Designed for students, parents, and schools supporting young people, this live webinar demystifies Canadian university admissions. Learn how province-based systems work, understand grade requirements, programme competitiveness, co-op opportunities, key deadlines, and post-study pathways—giving you the clarity and strategies to make applications.
Everything Parents Need to Know About Canadian University Applications
Join Tom Whittacker on Monday 27th April from 6:00-6:45 GMT for a 30-minute live webinar + Q&A and get the insider strategies, clarity, and confidence you need to help your child stand out in Canadian university applications.
Introduction
Canada’s university application system may seem straightforward, but province-based portals, programme requirements, competitive cut-offs, co-op options, and pathways to post-study work visas can make it overwhelming—especially for students and parents new to the system.
Whether you’re a student aged 15+ exploring studying in Canada, a parent trying to understand a new admissions system, or a counsellor supporting internationally mobile students, this webinar will answer your most pressing questions:
What grades are needed to be competitive?
How do UK qualifications translate to Canadian admissions?
Which programmes are the most competitive?
What are the key deadlines to watch?
By the end of the session, you’ll leave with practical strategies, insider insights, and a clear roadmap to help your application stand out.
What We Will Cover
- Navigating the system: Province-based applications (OUAC for Ontario, ApplyBC for British Columbia) and individual university portals.
- Grades & qualifications: Understanding Canadian grade expectations and how UK qualifications translate.
- Programme requirements: What top courses like Engineering, Business, Computer Science, and Health Sciences expect from applicants.
- Extracurriculars & co-op: How Canadian universities assess leadership, activities, and practical experience.
- Post-study pathways: Opportunities for work visas and insights into programme competitiveness across provinces.
You’ll leave with actionable knowledge to make informed decisions and confidently plan the next steps in your Canadian university journey.
About Tom
Tom Whittacker, counsellor at The University Guys has extensive experience guiding students to top Canadian universities, including U of Toronto, McGill, UBC, Waterloo, Queen’s, and more. With international experience across the UK, US, and Canada—plus roles at UK universities, the British Council, and as UK & Ireland representative for UBC—Tom has helped families across Europe navigate admissions successfully.
Why Attend?
This isn’t just a lecture—it’s a chance to ask your questions live and get advice that saves time, stress, and uncertainty. If you’re serious about having the competitive edge in Canadian admissions, this is the session you can’t afford to miss.