Eminent College has several designated staff members to assist students while attending college. Aside from the International Admission Advisor, students can seek assistance from the following individuals:
• Director of Operations: manages and oversees campus operations
• Academic Manager: assists students with academic progression
• Financial Administrator: manages student account receivables and payables
• Financial Advisor: assists students with budgeting and funding
• Employment Services: assists graduates with seeking employment
Eminent College provides several types of assistance and resources to international students. These include resources and information on:
• Newcomer community supports o Edmonton: https://www.edmonton.ca/programs_services/for_new_residents/newcomers- guide.aspx
• Community cultural services;
• Accommodation and transportation;
• Banking;
• Community Counselling services;
• College life and expectations;
211 Alberta (24/7 Mental Health Help Line): Crisis support, anxiety/depression counseling for post-secondary students. Eligibility: All students. Free, confidential. Call 211 (Alberta) or 1-877-303-2642; text/chat at 211alberta.ca. Hours: 24/7
United Cultures of Canada (Pro Bono for Newcomers): Free psychological help for stress, trauma (in- person/online). Eligibility: Newcomers/all ages. Cost: Free. How to Book: Call 211 or visit ab.211.ca/record/1135275. Hours: Mon-Fri 8 AM-4 PM.
Newcomer Centre Therapeutic Counseling: Free individual/family therapy, resilience building. Eligibility:
Newcomers/international students. Cost: Free. How to Book: newcomercentre.com/program/therapeutic-counselling-services for in-person/virtual/home visits. Hours: Flexible
Cornerstone Counselling: Affordable/sliding-scale therapy (anxiety, depression; first session free). Eligibility: Open to all. Cost: $20+ for interns. How to Book: cornerstonecounselling.com. Hours: Mon-Fri daytime.
Eminent College facilitates access to health insurance guidance and community social supports—no on-campus clinicexists. Staff assist with referrals. All services listed are free unless noted.
The College is dedicated to maintaining a healthy and safe environment for all. Students, employees, and contractors are expected to work safely and adhere to established safe work procedures. Everyone shares the responsibility of following safety protocols, helping to maintain a hazard-free environment, and promptly reporting any accidents, injuries, safety breaches, or concerns related to unsafe equipment, conditions, processes, or procedures to an instructor or designated campus representative.
As an international student, you will need to apply for a study permit through Citizenship and Immigration Canada. For complete information regarding Study Permits, please contact an International Admission Advisor or visit http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/index.asp.
As an international student or graduate with a study permit, you and your spouse or common-law partner may be eligible to work while in Canada. For complete information regarding work permits, please contact an International Admission Advisor or visit http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/work.asp. Please note that students graduating from a private institution are not eligible for a Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP).
International students studying in Canada for more than twelve months are eligible to register for the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP). Students with Study Permits valid for more than 3 months but less than 12 months may be eligible for AHCIP coverage if their application is accompanied by a letter from the student confirming their intent to reside in Alberta for at least 12 months. Please visit http://www.health.alberta.ca/AHCIP/register-for- AHCIP.html or http://www.health.alberta.ca/AHCIP/temporary-residents.html for complete information and application eligibility.
Students enrolled in programs under twelve months who may not be eligible for the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan are still required to purchase health insurance through a private health insurance plan. Eminent College does not recommend a particular plan or agent; however, it can assist in researching available private health insurance companies that would suit a students particular needs.
Alberta offers a great and accessible health care system more information on hospitals and access to health and wellness service can be found at http://www.albertahealthservices.ca/.
As an international student, you will be responsible for securing your own rental accommodations, as Eminent College does not provide student housing. No institutional housing or homestay is provided.
For guidance, please refer to the list below or contact an International Admissions Representative for additional resources.
Please note: Eminent College is not affiliated with any of the listed accommodations and cannot guarantee the quality
or services provided.
• Places4students.com is an Off-Campus Housing Service solutions which allow international students to search for apartment vacancies with listing rates that are less than most advertising mediums. Students can view property photos, floor plans, features and details before they decide to contact the landlord. This free service allows you to use Google maps to search for vacancies in the area of the College. https://www.places4students.com/Index.aspx
• Canada Homestay Network – a family-run, non-profit society that has helped tens of thousands of students find a home away from home in Canada http://canadahomestaynetwork.ca/
• Search for Student Housing – Canada’s Off Campus Housing Website. By using a comprehensive search options, students can finally find the right housing, in the right location, for the right price. https://www.search4studenthousing.com/
• Rent Seeker – free student rental housing, apartments for rent, and condo rentals search by school location with the closest proximity to where students want to live. Users can also look for roommates and post messages on our Student Forums. http://www.rentseeker.ca/Student.aspx