Welcome International Students

International Students Quick Facts

• 4,400 are in Nova Scotia this year
• 3,200 are in Halifax
• They add more than $200M to our economy
• They come from countries all over the world including China, India, Bermuda, Saudi Arabia, and the US
• International students may be eligible to become permanent residents to Nova Scotia through the Nova Scotia Nominee Program – International Student Stream  or through the Federal Canadian Experience Class
  

International Student Resources

• Welcome to Halifax Regional Municipality
• Working in Halifax
• International Student Connector Program
• Studying in Nova Scotia
• International Student Handbook (Saint Mary's University) (PDF)
  
• A Newcomer's Guide to Halifax Regional Municipality (PDF) 
  
• Community Contacts (PDF)
  

Employer Resources

• Hiring International Students
• International Student Connector Program
• Employer's Guide to Hiring International Workers (PDF)
• Employer Support Program
• Immigration Works in Halifax
• Hire Immigrants.ca