Working in Canada - St. Clair College

WELCOME GUIDE
What To Do
When You Land
AND HOW TO GET TO
ST.CLAIR COLLEGE
Chatham-Kent
City Guide
RESTAURANTS
SHOPPING
CITY MAP
Working
in Canada
DURING AND
AFTER YOUR
STUDIES
WELCOME TO
THAMES CAMPUS
Congratulations on studying abroad & a very
warm welcome from St.Clair College
Contents
See what it is like to be a St. Clair College student
through the perspective of some of our past
international students.
Student advice and experiences for international students
about; Living In Canada, Studying Abroad, Programs,
Professors, and more.
Visit St. Clair College’s International Student
Information Centre at
www.stclaircollege.ca/international
St. Clair College
International Student Services
If you have any questions or concerns feel free to contact us by phone or email.
Alex Wu
email: awu@stclaircollege.ca
International Recruitment Officer phone: 519.972.2727 ext. 4946
Dan Chauvin
International Student Liaison
Chatham Thames Campus,
Room 135C
email: dchauvin@stclaircollege.ca
phone: 519.354.9100 ext. 3312
fax:
519.354.3436
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Student Checklist
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What to Do When You Land
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St. Clair International Students page 6
St. Clair College welcomes you to one of Canada’s top rated colleges in Ontario.
This guide will provide you with some general information you will need to know before
coming to St. Clair College.
Please read through the guide carefully, as we would like to make your experience in
Canada a positive one.
Welcome to Canada
Getting Started at St. Clair
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Finding a Place to Stay
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Chatham-Kent City Guide
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Student Account Login Tutorials page 11
Working In Canada
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Student Notepad
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STUDENT
CHECKLIST
We have put together this checklist to help
you through the steps you must take to be
able to live and study in Canada.
Before You Arrive
You must Email the following documents
to the International Office:
Notice of Status
Notice of Arrival
Make Travel Accommodations to
Canada
After You Arrive
Please Report to the International office
with your documentation;
Study Permit
Passport
and
Current Address and Phone Number
Email Address
Phone
Inform International Office of
Arrival Date
Confirmation from the International
Office of Pick-Up Details
WELCOME TO
CANADA
Upon Arrival
Gain Study Permit from the
Customs Officer at the airport and check
validation dates
Travel Arrangements to Thames Campus;
Make Travel Arrangements with
Robert Q Services from Toronto to
Chatham-Kent
Studying in Canada
Each year Canada welcomes over 100,000 students
from around the world. We offer some of the
highest ranked education as well as the lowest cost
of living and tuition rates in any English speaking
country. Many Canadian colleges and universities
offer internationally recognized credits, degrees,
and diplomas.
CANADA IS KNOWN AROUND THE WORLD for being
one of the most welcoming countries. Nearly 60%
of Canada’s population growth is made up of new
Canadians who have immigrated here to live.
Year after year, Canada is proud to have been
named by the United Nations as one of the best
places to live in the world. This may be due to our
first rate education system, the diversity of our
population, our affordable cost of living, and our
health care. In addition, Canada is ranked one of
the safest countries in the world.
Ensure you have emailed
Confirmation of Arrival to St.Clair
College International Office to arrange
pick-up in Chatham-Kent
THE INTERNATIONAL OFFICE
CONTACT INFORMATION
Alex Wu - International Recruitment Manager
email awu@stclaircollege.ca
phone 519.972.2727 ext. 4946
Dan Chauvin - International Student Liaison
email dchauvin@stclaircollege.ca
phone 519.354.9100 ext. 3312
Address
House Number
Street
What you need from the International
Office (Important to do immediately)
Health Card and Health Insurance
Book appointment
for ESL placement test (if applicable)
Bring ESL placement register form to
International Office
Verify tuition amount for each semester
College Orientation
Get Student Card
Know when is the last day to drop classes
Know how to choose elective courses
Understand what GPA is (grade point average)
International Orientation
Get Health Insurance information
Learn how to apply for your visa before and
after it expires
Learn how to renew your study permit before
it expires
WHAT TO DO WHEN
YOU LAND
A GUIDE TO TRAVELLING TO ST. CLAIR COLLEGE
Ground Transportation
Robert Q Airbus
www.robertQ.com (1-800-265-4948)
The RobertQ shuttle service provides ground
transportation services to and from Pearson (Toronto)
Airport (YYZ) and Detroit Metro Airport (DTW) to
various locations in Southern Ontario. The fee from
Toronto Airport to Chatham-Kent is approximately
$84.55; and $61.20 from Detroit Metro Airport.
*** You may book RobertQ online in advance (www.
robertQ.com) of your arrival to ensure that your
shuttle will be available as soon as possible after your
flight.
It is important that once you have landed at Toronto
Airport or Detroit Metro Airport and have picked up
your luggage, that you then proceed to the customs
officer/passport control to certify your student-visa
here in Canada.
If you have not booked in advance; you will need to
locate and inform the Robert Q Shuttle Services that
you will be traveling to Chatham-Kent, Ontario.
Confirmation of Arrival and College Pick-Up
Thames Campus is located at
1001 Grand West Avenue,
Chatham-Kent, Ontario,
N7M 5W4
A representative from St. Clair College will coordinate
with you your transportation via RobertQ shuttle
services to Chatham-Kent. Upon arrival you are
asked to proceed to the designated motel/hotel for
a complimentary stay while you find housing.
In order to assist you we will need the date and
time of arrival in advance and a photo copy
of your ticket. Please email this information to:
Alex Wu at awu@stclaircollege.ca
STUDENTS
“We want you to
experience the best
St. Clair College has to
offer.” - St. Clair College
International Office
DAY AND WEEKEND TRIPS
The St. Clair International Office organizes
several weekend trips every year to Toronto
and Niagara Falls to see Canadian culture
and attractions.
There are also day trips offered on a
seasonal basis to participate in Canadian
activities such as ice skating, nature walks
and apple picking.
FIELD TRIPS
In conjunction with your program, such as
the International Business Management
program, there are field trips to places that
relate to your field of study.
SCHOLARSHIPS
St. Clair College has exclusive
scholarships for international
students. We can help you get
information and apply for these
scholarships.
ON FACEBOOK
We want you to be able to share your
experiences here in Canada with
family and friends back home. This is
why we have made a Facebook page
just for you - to meet new friends,
stay up-to-date with events and trips,
share pictures of field trips, and have
group discussions.
Us on Facebook...
WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/STCLAIRCOLLEGEINTERNATIONALSTUDENTS
Share the experience...
finding a place to stay
GETTING STARTED AT
Guide to Housing and Renting in Chatham-Kent
Planning For your Arrival
You will want to begin making arrangements for housing as soon as you receive your acceptance to St. Clair College and before you
arrive in Canada. The International Office can help you. Contact Dan Chauvin; International Student Liaison at dchauvin@stclaircollege.ca
to inform the International Office of your arrangements.
On Campus housing
Coming to Canada
Books and Supplies
Heath Insurance
Please make arrangements to arrive in
Chatham-Kent, Ontario at least 3-4 days
before the start date of your program.
The approximate cost of books and supplies has
been stated in your Letter of Acceptance. Your
St. Clair College tuition fees do not include the
cost of books and supplies you will need for
your course. On average, students spend about
$600-$1,000 each semester on supplies.
Your St. Clair College tuition fees include
comprehensive heath insurance. If you
become ill or have an accident in Canada,
your health insurance will pay for
consultations with doctors, specialists, and
other heath care providers.
Your books and supplies can be purchased
from the campus bookstore such as;
Your college health insurance coverage will
begin on the first day of the month of your
school term. Please contact the International
Office, to pick-up your Campus Care Health
Insurance Card.
Classes Begin
Starting times will vary based on your
program. You will be expected to be
in class on time with your books and
supplies.
Pencils / Pens
Notebook
3-Ring Binder
USB Drive
Text Books
Computer (optional)
Student Card
St. Clair College HealthPlex
As part of your enrolment at Thames Campus
our 5,000 square foot St. Clair HealthPlex and
fitness gym are available to you at no extra
Contact:
Cecilia Chin at cchin@stclaircollege.ca
Thames Village is St. Clair College’s student residence which includes full kitchen, 5 piece
bathrooms and onsite laundry while providing comfortable living for four students per
townhome just steps away from classes.
Rent is $650 per month with utilities included. Space is limited so you will want to obtain a
spot on the waiting list as soon as you receive your acceptance letter from St. Clair College.
Contact Meagan Keats - Resident Director at ca-thamesvillage@hotmail.com
You may be able to obtain homestay housing with a Canadian family through “want ads” located on
Kijiji.ca * or, through a third-party homestay service such as The Canadian Home Stay Network which
you may contact via their website at www.CanadaHomestayInternational.com *
Below is a list of apartments located in Chatham-Kent you may contact for housing near to Thames
Campus. You will need to present the required documents located in the Renting Checklist.
jogging track, to fitness classes and
our state-of-the-art gym.
Visit these links to learn more:
www.stclaircollege.ca/HealthPlex/Thames/
www.facebook.com/StClairCollegeHealthPlex
Photo ID Passport
Student Visa & Permit
St. Clair Student ID
Proof of Income (Bank Statement, GIC)
You will need to be able to provide the
following standard payments when renting;
___ First and Last Month’s Rent
___ Security Deposit
Be prepared to pay monthly rent and
expenses for the duration of your stay.
Trillium Village
1-888.217.5331
45 Timmins Crescent
1-866.914.8586
130 Sheldon Avenue
1-888.835.9921
150 Mary St
1-866.387.0236
1 Bedroom = $690
2 Bedroom = $800
2 Bed House = $870
1 Bedroom = $605
2 Bedroom = $705
1 Bedroom = $595 = 500 sp’
2 Bedroom = $695 = 725 sq’
1 Bedroom = $630
2 Bedroom = $995
455 Sandys Street
1-888.488.2353
65 Timmins Crescent
1-877.686.0671
795 Grand Avenue W.
1-866.998.4451
805 Grand Avenue W.
1-866.641.7561
82 Delaware Avenue
1-888.746.1305
Bachelor = $495 = 495 sq’
1 Bedroom = $645 = 615 sq’
2 Bedroom = $745 = 810 sq’
1 Bedroom = $605 = 550 sq’
2 Bedroom = $705 = 660 sp”
2 Bedroom = $775
3 Bedroom = $875
1 Bedroom = $650
1 Bedroom = $659
2 Bedroom = $759
3 Bedroom = $799
Search “Apartments” or “Renting” in
“Chatham-Kent, Ontario” online
at GottaRent.com* and Kijiji.ca*
for most recent listings.
charge. There is always something to do from
open basketball games, and indoor
You will need to provide the following
documentation when renting in Canada.
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homestay housing and Renting
Chatham-Kent Apartments*
RENTing CHECKLIST
*St. Clair College is in no way affiliated with the websites and/or companies thereof by act of providing the above information. The information is provided as a general guide from use of publicly available information.
Chatham-Kent City Guide
ESSENTIALS, GROCERY & SHOPPING
On behalf of Council and the citizens of our
friendly community, it is my great pleasure to
welcome you to cultivate your education and your
future with us, shore to shore.
~ Randy Hope,
Chatham-Kent Mayor
Chatham-Kent offers great dining, shopping,
beaches, parks, programs, and nationally
renowned events and attractions. ChathamKent is also home to enriching historical sites,
museums, art galleries, natural attractions and
tourist attractions – you will not be short of things
to do in your spare time.
Chatham-Kent is welcoming and multicultural. Our
residents enjoy the music, food, stories and celebrations
of people from different backgrounds. We are very proud
of the diversity found in Chatham-Kent. Adjusting to life in
Chatham-Kent doesn’t need to be done alone. There are
many organizations and people who want to support you
during your transition process.
It is our goal to make your transition to Chatham-Kent
smooth, and to connect you to the many services and
resources available to help you settle into your new home.
Thanks to our rich tradition of welcoming newcomers,
there are many active cultural groups in our community
which you can connect with these communities through
places of worship.
The Resident Attraction and Retention team looks forward
to welcoming you to Chatham-Kent.
Please visit www.chatham-kent.ca/newcomers
or connect with us via email:
CKImmigration-Youth@chatham-kent.ca
www.facebook.com/CKYouthandImmigration
Twitter: @CKYandI
ST. CLAIR COLLEGE
Thames Campus and the Chatham Capitol
Theatre are your home for education and culture in
Chatham-Kent.
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St. Clair College Thames Campus
Chatham Capitol Theatre
Chatham-Kent has many supermarkets, and other
stores where you may purchase food and supplies
for home and school. As well as banks located
near the Campus.
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Target Superstore
Scotia Bank
The Dollarama
Staples Office Supplies
Value Village
Food Basics
TD Bank
Giant Tiger
Sobeys
CAFES AND RESTAURANTS
Agriculture is very important in Chatham-Kent.
Locally grown foods are abundant and are
served in many restaurants, from ethnic dishes to
Canadian specialties. You will enjoy a wide variety
of foods and dining experiences.
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Wendy’s Old Fashioned Restaurant
Burger King
A&W Restaurants
Tim Hortons Coffee and Bake Shop
Spice and Curry Indian Restaurant
Subway Sandwiches
Quiznos Sandwiches
Jade Garden Restaurant
Dragon Chinese Food TakeOut & Delivery
Chatham Burgers
Quo Vadis Pizzeria
Harvey’s Restaurant
Downtown Deli
Fortune Express
Tokyo Sushi
Subway Sandwiches
The Pita Pit
Chef Dimitar’s Kitchen
HEALTH STORES AND CLINICS
Pharmacies and health stores are located in
Chatham-Kent where you can purchase personal
hygiene supplies, fill prescriptions, etc. Many walkin clinics are also available if needed.
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Shoppers Drug Mart
Rexal Pharma Plus
St. Joseph’s Hospital
St. Clair College Account Login Tutorials
Student Email “St.Clair Connect ID”
Student Email is used to keep in contact with your professors,
and receive important documents, assignments, test reviews,
etc.
St. Clair Computer Labs and Internet Login
Obtain St.Clair Connect ID from Self Service (1-time setup)
- Go to your Self-Service Login information and follow the steps.
Step One
You will be prompted when using St. Clair computers to enter your
student ID and password.
- Then proceed to click “Self-Service Click Here”
User ID
You must enter your personal student number that is located on your
student ID card along with the letter “W” as shown in the window below.
- Click on “Campus Personal Information” from the menu; then click
“Email Addresses” within the menu.
(Figure 1 - St. Clair Connect Homepage)
- Follow the steps on this page and add your personal email address
to register and setup your St. Clair Connect ID.
Password
Your password will be the first two letters of your first name and first
two letters of your last name CAPITALIZED along with the last four
digits of your student number.
W0207130
JOSM7130
Using St. Clair Online Resources
Visit www.stclaircollege.ca and click the Current Students menu on the right-hand side of the College
website to choose either theSelf-Ser
Self-Service
vice Login
Login, Blackboard
Blackboard Login
Login or the Student
Student Email
Email Login
Login
Step One
You will see a website that looks like the one in Figure1. Click on the
“Sign-In Here” button.
Step Two
You will see a website that looks like the one in Figure 2. Type in
your username and password and click “Sign In”. You will be taken to
website similar to the one in Figure 3.
User ID
Your user ID will be your first name and your full last name with a
period “ . ” between. Example; john.smith
Followed by (@stclairconnect.ca)
Username = john.smith@stclairconnect.ca
(Figure 2 - Email Login)
Password
Your password will be the first two letters of your first and last name
CAPITALIZED along with the last four digits of your student number.
Example Name: John Smith Student Number: 0207130
Password = JOSM7130
Blackboard Login Steps
Self-Service Login Steps
Self-Service is used to check your schedule, select elective
courses, view your final grades, and other information regarding
your College account.
Example Name: John Smith Student Number: 0207130
Password = JOSM7130
Password
Your password will be the first two letters of your first name and first
two letters of your last name CAPITALIZED along with the last four
digits of your student number.
Blackboard is used to get information from your
professors such as assignments and notes and may be
used to check your grades during the semester.
Step One
You will see a website that looks like the one below.
Step One
Click on the Student Email Login from www.stclaircollege.ca. You will be
taken to a website that looks like the one to the right.
Step Two
User ID
You must enter your personal student number that is located on your
student ID card along with the letter “W” as shown in the window
below.
(Figure 3 - St. Clair Connect Inbox)
W0207130
JOSM7130
User ID
You must enter your personal student number that is located
on your student ID card along with the letter “W” as shown in
the window to the right.
Password
Your password is your date of birth written as
year/month/day.
Example Name: John Smith
Password = 19910428
Birth Date: May 28 1991
W0207130
19910528
MY NOTEPAD
Working in
Canada
We have designed this notepad for you to make notes of important information you may find that
is not included in this Guide. We recommend that you utilize this Guide to store information such
as important dates, professors’ email addresses, supplies that you may need and other information
you think is important.
NOTES
Working During Your Studies
The Canadian government supports the idea of international students
working part time to offset many of the costs associated with studying
in Canada—e.g., tuition fees, accommodation, food, entertainment,
etc.
Therefore, after 6 months of full time post secondary studies, students
are allowed to work up to 20 hours per week off campus and 40 hours per
week during vacation breaks.
Contact the St. Clair College International Office after 6 months of study
for assistance in completing your work-study permit application.
For additional information about
student work permits, please visit:
www.cic.gc.ca/english/
information/applications/workstudents.asp
Working After Graduation
Upon completion of your post secondary studies, a post-graduate open
work permit is available to graduates. This permit is valid for 1 - 3 years
based on a student’s program of study.
Please visit www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/work.asp
for official information about student work permits, eligibility, and
application process.
Immigration to Canada
For general information about
working in Canada, and finding jobs
in Chatham-Kent, Ontario, please
visit:
www.cic.gc.ca
www.jobbank.gc.ca
www.indeed.ca
The Canadian government understands that after graduating from college
and working full time that many international students may wish to stay in
Canada and pursue a path towards becoming a Canadian citizen.
After 12-months post-graduation skilled work experience, international
students with temporary residency may apply for permanent residency
through the new Canada Experience Class Policy.
Please visit www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/cec/
for current official information, eligibility, and application requirements.
EMAIL ADDRESSES
4 Great Reasons to Choose
St. Clair College
International students who study and graduate are
eligible to work in Canada.
9 out of 10 graduates are employed within six months
of graduation.
Our public college campuses are located in safe,
clean communities, that are in the heart of North
America’s technology and manufacturing centres.
Access to more then 20 universities through St. Clair
College’s transfer agreements.
Join us on Facebook
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Take a photo with your smartphone
to use the QR Code to direct you to
our Facebook page.
At your first opportunity please contact Cecilia Chin by
email: cchin@stclaircollege.ca or phone: 519-972-2727 ext. 4822
our focus is you