Partnerships
EduNova
Website: www.edunova.ca
EduNova is a co-operative industry association of education and training providers in Nova Scotia, Canada. With an office in the province's capital city of Halifax, we are the only provincial education and training co-operative in Canada.
EduNova's mandate is to work with our members to raise the profile of Nova Scotia's education and training programs abroad. EduNova's focus is on collaborative international recruitment activities and the identification of international project opportunities.
EduNova recognizes the importance of education and training in today's global economy. When international students choose to study abroad in Nova Scotia, they help connect our province to the world and spread the word about the quality of life and learning found here. When education providers in Nova Scotia take their expertise to other countries, our province gains further international recognition and respect.
Canadian Education Centre Network
Website: www.cecenetwork.ca
The Canadian Education Centre (CEC) Network is a private, independent non-profit company that was founded in 1995 with support from the Government of Canada to promote and market Canada as a study destination for international students and as a world-class provider of education services.
We carry out our mandate through our 16 Canadian Education Centres and four satellite offices in Argentina, Australia, Brazil, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Russia, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey and Vietnam. These Centres provide international students with materials and application forms for hundreds of Canadian schools, counselling to identify the institutions and programs that best meet their needs, and pre-departure orientations to help prepare them for life in Canada. Our Centres host Canadian Education Fairs and other events that bring potential students in direct contact with Canadian education institutions. Centres also perform outreach to local schools and agents, and gather market intelligence.
CAPS-I
CAPS-I is the Canadian Association of Public Schools-International.
The purpose, mission or mandate of CAPS-I includes the following:
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National voice for board-endorsed international student programs
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International marketing through a Canadian image or brand focused on quality
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Member development through networking, sharing of best practices, and providing information and advice.
In addition the organization liaises with federal and international agencies, advocate to policy makers, plan and organize conferences, and establish guidelines for members.
Class Afloat
Website: www.classafloat.com
West Island College International – Class afloat is the most unique secondary boarding school in the world. Students begin in grade 10 with a foundation year in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia to prepare for the journey ahead. For grade 11 and 12 students alternate between sailing on board the majestic tall ship, SV Concordia, and the Lunenburg Academy. Students also have the opportunity to earn first year university credit through Acadia University, and sail to over 20 countries on board the SY Fryderyck Chopin and experience diverse cultures from around the world. At Class Afloat, we build responsible citizens, critical thinkers and engaged doers who challenge themselves and others to be accountable for their impact on our global community.
Department of Education
Website: www.ednet.ns.ca
The Nova Scotia International Student Program is a joint venture of the Department of Education and the seven regional English school boards. The department’s goals, guiding principles, and strategies help to develop an environment where education and training are valued, achievement is celebrated, and learners are provided with opportunities and tools for rewarding and successful learning experiences.
The mission of the department is to provide excellence in education and training for personal fulfillment and a productive, prosperous society.
