NEW STUDENT INFO

ALL STUDENTS  :|:  INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

ALL STUDENTS

1. MEDICAL / DENTAL
   1. HEALTH INSURANCE
      1. Provincial Insurance (FREE-of-Charge)
         http://www.gov.mb.ca/health/mhsip/index.html
      2. University of Manitoba Student Union (UMSU)
         
         The University requires all students to carry Supplemental Health Insurance to cover health expenses not covered by Manitoba Provicial Insurance. UMSU offers excellent coverage at VERY reasonable rates for you and, if applicable, your family.
         http://www.umsu.ca/services-a-programs-umsumenu-3/health-a-dental-plan-umsumenu-4
      3. Opting OUT of UMSU Supplemental Insurance
         If you have Supplemental Insurance through you job or parents you may "Opt Out" of the UMSU Insurance plan.  Proof of other supplemental insurance is required.
         http://www.umsu.ca/services-a-programs-umsumenu-3/health-a-dental-plan-umsumenu-4/health-a-dental-opt-out-umsumenu-99
   2. HEALTH SERVICES (On-Campus)
      1. Campus Medical
         University Health Services
         First floor University Centre
          
      2. Campus Dental
         First floor University Centre
          
   3. HEALTH SERVICES (Off-Campus)
      Closest Hospital to the University (next to campus)
      Victoria General Hospital http://www.vgh.mb.ca/
2. LIVING IN WINNIPEG
   1. International Student Cost of Living & Fees
      • Another Cost Estimate
   2. Study Permits
   3. Studying In Canada
   4. Average Cost of Living
3. FAMILY INFO
   1. UofM Day Care for children of students (on-campus)
      http://umanitoba.ca/campus/daycare/home.htm
       
   2. Manitoba Child Care Info (including subsidiaries, children with disabilities, etc.)
      http://www.gov.mb.ca/fs/childcare/quality_child_care.html
       
   3. Enrolling your child in school (General Info)
      http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/schooling-your-child-in-canada-%E2%80%93-must-know-to-parents-t49799.0.html
       
   4. Your Child's Education
      http://www.rbc.com/canada/settled/lifestyle/education.html
       
   5. Government of Manitoba (Education)
      http://www.edu.gov.mb.ca/
       
   6. Kindergarten through High School (K-12)
      http://www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/index.html
      
      1. Registering or Enrolling in school
         http://www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/schools/choice/index.html#Admission 
      2. Going to school in Manitoba
         http://www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/schools/gts.html

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT REGISTRATION

1. INTERNATIONAL STUDENT REGISTRATION FORM
   If you are an International Student please fill-in this form to
   1. Put you on the International Student Mailing List -- keeping your apprised of fun/educational events & immigration issues
   2. information regarding International Student Orientation
      • opening a bank account
      • getting a driver's license
      • paying taxes
   3. to let the International Centre for Students know your citizenship
      • should visa requirements change for your country the International Centre for Students (ICS) can easily contact you and let you know what you need to do
2. PRE-ARRIVAL GUIDE & CHECKLIST -- International Students
   1. University International Centre for Students (ICS)
   2. International Student Registration Form & Orientation (above)
   3. International Student Employment
   4. Employment for Your Spouse
   5. INSURANCE
      • General Information
        http://umanitoba.ca/student/records/international_students/727.htm
3. INTERNATIONAL STUDENT FUNDING
   1. International Student Funding (from Canadian Government)
   2. International Student Funding (from the University)