Niagara College Canada Filipino Community

It’s convocation week! 🎓🎓🎓

Congratulations to all our Spring 2024 graduates! Class of 2024 is making history for 5,500 graduates! 🥳

Use and don’t forget to tag us on all of your social posts!

For more information, visit https://www.niagaracollege.ca/enrolmentservices/convocation/

Join us for Go Niagara! Application Week with non-stop 25-hour kick-off event

Get all the answers you need about:
+ Study Permit, Post Graduate Work Permit
+ Life as a student in Canada
+ Programs at Niagara College
+ and more!

WHY JOIN and apply before June 15:
+ 5 days for all documents to be ready for your visa application!
+ 1,000 CAD deposit ONLY
+ Scholarship 2,000 CAD (PSEC) & 1,500 CAD (EAP)

Time of 25-hour kick-off event:
9 AM, Friday, June 7 - 10 AM, Saturday, June 8 (EST)

🌐 Register now: https://bit.ly/GONIAGARA24

Fill | GO NIAGARA! Application Week Thinking of study in Canada soon? This is the best week to apply at Niagara College. Join our non-stop 25-hour kick-off event and apply from June 7 to June 15, you will: Get all the answers you need about:   Study Permit and Post-Graduate Work PermitLife as a student in CanadaScholarships...

Niagara College recently established a partnership with Sacred Heart School–Ateneo de Cebu (SHS-AdC) and welcomed its first cohort of senior high school students from Cebu, the second largest province in the Philippines, who embarked on an enriching educational journey to Canada.

NC hosted the group, including 22 students and two teachers from SHS-AdC, from April 24 to May 3, during the Global Explore and Canadian Education Experience Program. The Program is part of SHS-AdC’s International College and Career Exposure (iC2E) Program, which aims to immerse students in learning experiences in preparation for college, work and life.

Read more on 🔗 niagaracollege.ca/insidenc

Welcoming a fresh and exciting Spring term 🌼

Hey newcomers and returning Knights! What better way to kickstart the new term than to join these social events to make this semester memorable 🙌 Mark your calendars kabayan!

👋 Mix n' Mingle: May 10, 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m., Welland Campus
⛵ Niagara Falls Boat Trip: May 11, 11:00 a.m. (All Day), Niagara Falls
🍔 Free Welcome Lunch: May 14 & May 16, Noon - 2:00 p.m., Welland & NOTL Campuses
🍉 Farmer's Market Picnic: May 18, 9:00 a.m., Merritt Island, Welland
👭 Friendship Socials: May 21 & May 22, 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., Welland & NOTL Campuses
🥓 Free Hot Breakfast: May 22, May 23, & May 24, 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m., Both Campuses
💆 Free Massages: May 23 & May 28, Various Times, NOTL & Welland Campuses
⚾ Welland Jackfish Baseball Game: May 30, 7:00 p.m. - Midnight, Jackfish Stadium, Welland
🌈 Pride Flag Raising: May 31, 1:00 p.m., Both Campuses

Some events requires you to register so be sure to sign up before it closes!
For more information visit
🔗 niagaracollege.ca/international

🎉 Midterm Break Week is here, Knights! 🎉

Whether you're hitting the books or taking a well-deserved break, we wish you a fantastic and rejuvenating Midterm Break!

Here are a few ideas to make your break memorable as an Student:
• Explore local culture 👉 visit museums, try new foods, and uncover hidden gems.
• Focus on studies 👉 review materials, work on projects, and join study sessions.
• Prioritize self-care 👉 practice mindfulness, exercise, and relax.
• Connect with peers 👉 host dinners, language exchanges, or cultural events.
• Travel nearby 👉 plan a weekend getaway for memorable experiences.

We hope you make the most of this time, kabayan!

Meet Gigie from the Philippines, a graduate of Niagara College. Her time at NC boosted her confidence to succeed in different business settings.

Just like Gigie, you too can benefit from the supportive environment at Niagara College. Start your today!

Apply now to one of Niagara College’s 100+ bachelor’s degrees, diploma, or graduate programs and open the door to your future.

To learn about Program Availability of its programs in the Niagara Region, visit international.niagaracollege.ca/programs/program-availability/

Niagara College Canada’s largest career event of the year is coming up! Meet various exhibitors, network with employers, and find job opportunities (full-time, part-time, seasonal, and co-op).

📅 Feb 5 & 6 (NOTL Campus)
📅 Feb 7 & 8 (Welland Campus)

Full details at careerfair.niagaracollege.ca/

Follow for more opportunities!

Meet Bianca, a Filipino student taking 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 at Niagara College. In her program, she learns culinary skills and food science simultaneously.

As a Culinary Innovation and Food Technology student, you will have a unique ability to develop and improve foods, products and operations; reduce food safety risks and ensure regulations are met; and provide nutritional labelling and analysis.

Highlights of taking this program at Niagara College.

✔️ State-of-the-art facilities and equipment.
✔️ The School of Culinary Arts at Niagara College is renowned for its outstanding reputation with graduates, employers and industry partners.
✔️ Co-op work term offers work integrated learning experience in food science and product development.
✔️ Collaboration with Research and Innovation Centre provides applied research opportunities to many students.

Learn more about this program ⤵️ https://www.niagaracollege.ca/culinaryarts/program/culinary-innovation-food-technology/

Attention Niagara College Filipino students! 📢

Make sure not to overlook the opportunity to secure your scholarship! Applications are currently being accepted until February 25, 2024.

Take advantage of this moment to enhance your academic journey at Niagara College.

Apply now ⤵️ https://bit.ly/3DWiiwI

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Choosing the right program is an important step on your journey toward a brighter future. Apply now at NC to turn your dream of studying and living internationally into reality. Niagara College stands out for its commitment to quality education, diverse programs, and a supportive community.

Use the program finder below to discover the program that's right for you! Over 130 programs await you. Kaya i-check mo na yan!

https://international.niagaracollege.ca/programs/program-availability/

Niagara College knows how to turn up the fun with a commitment to student engagement that's as vibrant as our Roller Disco night! 🕺💃 Who said academics can't be a blast?

Were you present during this funky night? Kita-kits ulit sa next NC event!

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Welcome back, Knights! ❄️📚 Let’s kick off the winter term with excitement and joy. To new faces and familiar friends, enjoy the first day of school! 🎉 Tayo na’t mag-enjoy at matuto!

New Knights, you absolutely rocked the Orientation Day! 🎉 Sending a wave of success as you step into your first day at Niagara College – see you there!

Kita-kits ngayong sem, NC Filipinos!

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Winter Transit Update! 🚌

If you're a January start student or you don't have the transit app downloaded it's time to download the Transit App and register with your NC Student Email on the Niagara Region Transit Portal on the app.

Be sure to register by January 1st to get your pass by January 5th!

If you are currently enrolled with the Transit App and continuing your studies in January, your pass will show up on you app in the first week of January. No action is required.

If you require assistance, NCSAC is willing to help you with your queries.

📸 NCSAC

Maligayang Pasko sa lahat! May your Christmas be full of peace, joy and love!

From all of us at NC Filipinos 💙

The Niagara College School of Business and Management prepares students for a wide variety of industries spanning from accounting to marketing, human resources, international business, and more.

Diploma, certificate and two four-year degree programs are taught by professors with significant expertise in their field and reflect.
Join us and embark on a transformative educational journey that prepares you with the skills and insights needed to thrive in the ever-evolving landscape of business and management.

Visit https://www.niagaracollege.ca/business/ for the full list of programs. Your success begins here at Niagara College!

Remember your first snowfall? We still do. Coming from a tropical place, it was like stepping into a winter wonderland. The chilly air, the soft snow underfoot – it’s pure magic. And that first winter Christmas? Cozy indoors, snowy outdoors, and carols in the air. Nostalgia at its best. ❄️

Hope everyone is soaking in the season's magic and making their own cherished winter memories!

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Exams can be demanding, but with proper planning, resource utilization, a healthy lifestyle, and effective time management, you can ace them! Here are our five exam tips to help you succeed.

Meet Norizle, a proud alumna from the Business program.

Norizle shared a sense of achievement and gratitude in successfully juggling her school, work, and family commitments—a sentiment to which every Filipino international student might relate.

She acknowledged the ups and downs of studying in Canada, emphasizing how Niagara College's support tools played an important role in overcoming the challenges of studying abroad.

Her advice to new and aspiring NC students is to take it step by step, stay calm, enjoy the learning process, and stick to your goals. It's a thoughtful reminder to approach challenges with patience and a focused mindset.

Learn more about Niagara College programs for international students at https://international.niagaracollege.ca/programs/program-availability/

Here's your guide to tuition, ancillary and program fees of Niagara College.

Estimated tuition fee expense & inclusions:
• 17,000 – 19,000 CAD per year - payable in two (2) ways, either full-year payment or one (1) term payment
inclusions: medical insurance, unlimited bus pass, and service fees or miscellaneous
• You will pay the tuition fee after you receive your LOA (letter of acceptance), no need to pay any fee for LOA issuance.
• The deadline for tuition fee (at least half) payment is 4 – 5 months before the intake
• To calculate your program tuition fee, visit https://www.niagaracollege.ca/enrolmentservices/fees/calculator/

Unwrap the magic of this season at our Annual International Family Christmas Party! 🎄🌟

Free festive fun, holiday crafts, epic cookie battles, and a sit-down Christmas feast! 🍽️✨

Secure your spot NOW - registration ends Nov 20th! FREE for all international students, staff and homestay families!

Learn more about this event at https://international.niagaracollege.ca/event/nc-international-family-christmas-party-f23/

Meet Krystel, our alumna from Palliative Care and Culinary Skills.

Krystel recounted her journey at Niagara College, where she was able to learn not only academically but also through a collaborative learning environment and diverse international backgrounds.

Her advice to new and aspiring NC students is to utilize the academic support, guidance, and assistance available at the college to ensure your life as a student, regardless of your needs, excel in your academic journey.

Like Krystel, you can take two different programs at Niagara College.

Learn more about Niagara College programs for International students at
https://international.niagaracollege.ca/programs/program-availability/

Hello, Winter 2024 students! ❄️❄️❄️

Join the upcoming Virtual Pre-Departure Information Session for Filipinos.

📅 Date: November 17, Friday
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM, EST
🌐 Register: https://bit.ly/NCW24PDOS

See you, Knights!

As international students in Canada, we encourage you to explore in order to reduce stress and promote well-being, especially during this fall season, all without breaking the bank. You can take a leisurely stroll along Niagara Falls and relish the breathtaking views as the leaves change to rich shades of red, orange, and yellow.

Make sure to take the time to travel and explore the different sites that Canada has to offer during this season. Amazing experiences await you everywhere!

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Happy Halloween to all! 🎃 Check out our pumpkin masterpiece and some photos on how we celebrated the Halloween! 🕷️👻

Thank you for all who met at the EduCanada Manila and Iloilo. Looking forward seeing you at Niagara College! 💙

Attention NC Filipino students! 🌍📣

Ready to pay your tuition? Use CIBC International Student Pay for a chance to win!

Click the link to get started ➡️ https://pay.cibc.com/ncc