International Centre
The International Centre is the University of Manitoba’s hub for all things global. Whether you’re a student looking to explore, a faculty member looking for international partners or a researcher hoping to work with us, we’re here to support you.
Provincial Attestation Letter
On January 22, 2024 Immigration Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) introduced a new requirement for the Study Permit application process. Students who are applying to study in a master’s degree or doctoral degree program are not affected by this new requirement. IRCC will now request an additional document called the Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) issued by the provincial government. A list of students who don’t need a PAL can be found here.
International students applying for a study permit and those that are requiring a Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL), will be required to pay a $2000 non-refundable tuition deposit. The deposit will be required to accept the admissions offer and be granted documentation needed for the study permit application (PAL and Standardized Letter of Acceptance). International students are encouraged to apply for an admission term for which they are prepared to accommodate the tuition deposit payment and attend classes. A short deadline for payment will be given after admission is offered. DO NOT submit the $2000 CAD tuition deposit until specifically directed to do so via the application portal.
If you are an undergraduate student and you have any questions related to the process of obtaining a PAL or paying the tuition deposit, please send an email to the Undergraduate Admissions office: UMPALinfo@umanitoba.ca.
If you are an Extended Education student and you have questions related to obtaining a PAL, please email extended@umanitoba.ca.
If you are applying for a study permit extension or TRV, you are likely exempt from providing a PAL, please check out this page for detailed instructions on applying for study permit extensions.
How to book an appointment with an international student advisor:
For the weeks of August 19th to September 20th inclusive, there will be increased drop-in advising and reduced scheduled appointments. Please call our reception desk on 204-474-8501 for details
- To book a virtual/in-person appointment to see an International Student Advisor, please go to the International Centre's WaitWell page.
- Drop-in advising:
- Drop-in's are Monday to Friday and will begin at 9:00am and 1:00pm. Except for September 2, when the UM is closed.
Please come EARLY to secure your spot.
Drop-in appointments can’t be booked in advance. Availability is limited and appointments are offered on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Drop-in times are subject to change without notice, based on the availability of the International Student Advisors (ISAs).
For all students
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Study with us as an exchange student
If you're a student at a partner university, you can apply to spend one or two semesters with us, while earning credits toward your degree.
Mitacs
UM provides some supports to students going abroad with Mitacs, and to Globalink Research Interns coming to the University of Manitoba.
Funding and awards
GSO Application information
What can GSO funding cover?
Depending on where you go and for how long, funds may cover between 30% and 80% of the costs of your outbound experience. Funds will be allocated based on the GSO target group criteria and destinations, the cost of the program, and the length of your experience.
The funds can be used to pay for any expenses required to support your mobility program such as student tuition, airfare, relocation, family support, living expenses, accommodation, health insurance, passport / visa application, dependent care, etc.
Funding is limited to one physical international outbound mobility experience per student for the period 2023-2025.
Who can participate?
Funding is open to UM undergraduate students who are Canadian citizens or Permanent Resident of Canada. Priority will be given to groups for whom international experiences have traditionally been less accessible, specifically:
- Indigenous students
- Students from low-income background
- Students with disabilities (must be registered with UM Accessibility Services)
- Visible minorities, 2SLGBTQIA and those who practice minority faith religions.
How to apply?
Please contact the International Centre at GSO@umanitoba.ca for an application form.
Students must be approved to participate in a UM recognized outbound mobility program (e.g., student exchange, field/research/studio course work, travel study and co-op, etc.) before applying to be considered for a GSO funding
Tony T.K. Lau Awards for Volunteer Services to International Students
In order to promote cultural understanding, and in honour of the support he received as an international student, Tony T.K. Lau (B.A.’71), past President of the International Students' Organization (1971-1972), and co-founder and current President of the University of Manitoba Chinese Alumni Association of Canada (1986), has established scholarships to recognize student volunteers who have had an impact in the lives of international students at the University of Manitoba.
Each year, one or more scholarships will be awarded to undergraduate or graduate students.
Questions about the Tony T.K. Lau Awards for Volunteer Service to International Students can be directed to IC.Awards@umanitoba.ca.
Tony T. K. Lau Scholarship for Volunteer Service to International Students
Each year, one or more scholarships will be offered to undergraduate or graduate students who meets the following criteria:
- enrolled full-time (min 80% load) in any faculty, college, or school at University of Manitoba;
- has achieved a minimum DGPA of 3.5;
- has volunteered to help international students adapt to Canada and the University of Manitoba, either through participation in programs offered through the International Centre, or through any University of Manitoba association or group.
Candidates will be required to demonstrate how they meet the third criteria by submitting a nomination from International Centre staff, University of Manitoba staff, and/or members of a University of Manitoba association or group. Students will fill out the application form (see Apply Now button below), and ask their nominator to complete the online nomination form (see Nomination Form button below). Nominations must be received by the deadline for students to be considered for the scholarship.
The scholarship is open to domestic and international students. Applications will close in October each year. To be considered, students must seek a nomination from UM staff, members of a UM association, group or student club. Nominators can submit their nomination through the form linked below.
Applications for the 2024 scholarship will open in mid-August 2024. Application deadline on October 21, 2024.
Other funding opportunities
Outbound IC Exchange Program funding and awards
International student funding opportunities
Emergency financial support for international students
For faculty and staff
Contact the Research and International Agreements Team for support with international agreements, international funding opportunities, proposal development, and delegation visits.
Whether you’re planning to travel, supporting someone who is, or want to work more closely with others around the world, we’re here to help.
International partnerships and agreement development
With over 500 active research, funding and education partnerships around the world, we’re experts in helping you identify potential partner institutions and develop, negotiate and renew agreements with them.
International mobility, development, and collaboration funding opportunities
The Research and International Agreements team provides information on international funding opportunities and supports international funding proposal development for faculty and staff.
Information sessions and events
We host several information sessions each term on topics related to international funding opportunities, international development funders and agreement development.
- Explore our upcoming events
Funding Your Research in Germany Information Session
Oct. 8, 2024 from 2:30 to 3:30 pm
Location: 307 Tier Building
Topic: Join DAAD – German Academic Exchange Service for an information session on the German research landscape, its structure and details on programs to fund your research work in Germany or in collaboration with German colleagues.
This session will be relevant to faculty, postdocs and doctoral students in all disciplines.
For more information and to register: contact Anna.Polonyi@umanitoba.ca
German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) Student Information Session
Date: October 9, 2024 from 1:30pm
Location: 103 Isbister Building
Topic: Research and Studies in Germany
For more information: view poster
Delegation and visiting student researcher support
If you’re hosting a diplomatic or research delegation, or coordinating a visiting student researcher or intern, we can assist with the logistics.
Travel safety services
We provide support for international mobility for faculty, staff and students, including travel risk advice, a travel registry, training, and access to International SOS, which provides free, 24-7 medical and travel security assistance.
Exploring barriers to participation in international experiences
Read our 2021 study and recommendations: Exploring Barriers And Bridges to UM Participation in International Opportunities
If you have questions about how the Research and International Agreements Team can support you, please contact us.
News
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Events
Contact us
International Centre
Room 541 UMSU University Centre
65 Chancellor's Circle
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada