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Being Canadian High School Student Studying at a Canadian high school is a great way for international students to learn about the Canadian education system and increase their chances of attending a Canadian university. During my high school experience, we had an international exchange student from Germany, but the program accepts students from across the globe. The International Exchange Program through my former school board offers international students ESL classes in addition to other subjects such as science, the arts, and English. Since a strong foundation in English is important for admission into Canadian universities and colleges, international students can benefit from these ESL classes as well as being immersed in an English-speaking environment. In Ontario, Canada, high school students are required to earn 18 compulsory credits, which includes subjects like math, English, French, science, the arts, geography, history, physical education, and civics and careers. These 18 cre...

Canadian Health Care System Many people are familiar with the concept of “universal health care” and often associate the term with the Canadian system. While the term may seem self-explanatory, Canada’s health care system is complex. “Universal health care” refers to the fact that Canadian citizens and individuals with immigration status can use their provincial health card to visit the hospital, walk-in clinics, and their family physicians for no cost. The benefits of this system are clear when we consider how economic disparities affect access to health care services in other countries. However, some people hear the term “universal health care” and make two incorrect assumptions. The first assumption is that our health care is free for all Canadians. While it may feel costless to go to the emergency room, Canadians pay taxes to maintain this system. Another assumption made often under the pretense of “universal health care” is that all healthcare services are free . Unfortunately, th...