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Welcome to Alexander College!Congratulations! You are just about to start your University Career at Alexander College! We are sure you will

have a great experience studying with us in Canada.

The following guide will help you to learn more about your upcoming adventure at Alexander College.

AlexanderCollegeYOUR ROAD TO UNIVERSITY STARTS HERE!

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OUR CAMPUS LOCATIONS

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Finding Alexander CollegeVancouver CampusOur downtown Vancouver campus located at 602 Hastings Street, first floor.

The easiest way to come to the downtown campus is by SkyTrain or Canada Line (subway). If you are travelin

by SkyTrain or Canada Line, exit at Waterfront Station (Cordova St. exit), walk southwest on Seymour St. until

you reach Hastings St., turn right and you will find our campus located on the corner of Seymour and Hasting

This map will help you to find our school easily.

Alexander Collegeis located downtown surrounded by lots of shops, restaurants, and much more.

If you have difficulties finding our school, please contact us at 604-681-5815

#100 - 602 West Hastings, Vancouver

British Columbia, Canada V6B 1P2

Tel. (604) 681 5815 Fax. (604) 681 5819

Indicates Skytrain Location

#101 - 4603 Kingsway, BurnabyBritish Columbia, Canada V5H 4L9

Tel. (604) 435 5815 Fax. (604) 435 5895

Burnaby CampusOur Burnaby Campus is located at 101-4603 Kingsway, Burnaby (first floor).

The easiest way to get to the Burnaby campus is again by Skytain. Exit at the Metrotown Skytain station (a sto

on the millennium and expo lines). Walk northwest on Central Blvd, turn northeast at McKay Ave, and then

turn southwest at Kingsway. The campus is located on the northeast corner of McKay Ave and Kingsway.

This map will help you to find our school easily.

Burnaby Campus is located next to Metrotown, the 2nd largest mall in Canada complete with a movietheatre and hundreds of stores.

Indicates Skytrain Location


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OrientationAlexander College holds a mandatory Student Orientation for new students. Student Orientation is a full-day

session that is rich with activities and information designed to welcome you to Alexander College. The sched

is packed with opportunities to meet great people, get acquainted with the campus and community, as well learn about the many services and programs that will help you succeed as an Alexander College student. And

lets not forget the free food!

Please arrive at our school at 9:00 am in order to check in for orientation.

FRIDAY, MAY 10TH, 2013

Burnaby Campus 9:30am 4:30pm

#101 - 4603 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC

CLASSES BEGIN APRIL 29TH, 2013

Be sure you understand your schedule ahead of time when and where your classes are. If you need any help

finding your way, staff members would be happy to point you in the right direction.

Make sure your registration is complete and you have fully paid your tuition and other fees. If you have any

questions about registration, your recruiters would be happy to help you.

And dont forget to get your free student card in the Library. You will need this often, especially to write your

exams.

If you need to take a Math or English placement test upon arrival, your recruiters will be able to help

you sign up for one. The tests are offered all year long, at the following times:

Placement Tests Burnaby Test Times Vancouver Test Times

Math Placement Test Monday, Wednesday, Friday; 1pm and 3pm Tuesday, Thursday; 1pm and 3

English Placement Test Monday, Wednesday, Friday; 1pm and 3pm Tuesday, Thursday; 1pm and 3

ORIENTATION & CLASSES



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Transportation in VancouverVancouver has a wonderful transportation system operated by Translink. This transit system is made up of bu

the Skytrain, and the Seabus. A Translink pass allows you to use this pass on any of these Translink services.

There are 3 ways you can pay for your transportation ticket:

1. Ticket Machines Ticket Machines at Skytrain stations sell individual tickets. These tickets are valid for 90

minutes after the purchase time, on any of the Translink services

2. Book of 10 tickets You can buy 10 tickets in advance and use one ticket every time you take any type of

transportation. There is a 15% discount when buying a book of tickets.

3. Monthly Pass You can buy it at the beginning of the month and it is much cheaper than buying tickets.

We recommend you buy a monthly pass, so you can use the SkyTrain,

buses, and the Seabus any time you need in that month.

Booklets of tickets and monthly passes can be

purchased at most convenience stores (including

7-eleven, Macs, and various gas stations), as we

as grocery stores such as Safeway and Save-On

TRANSPORTATION


Fare InformationThe transportation system in the city is divided into 3 zones. The cost of transportation depends on the zones

you are going to be travelling in. For more information, visit http://www.translink.ca/en/Schedules-and-Maps/Transit-Maps/Fare-Zone-Map.aspx

Monthly Pass Fare

1 zone $81

2 zone $110

3 zone $151

Book of 10 Tickets

1 zone $212 zone $31.50

3 zone $42

Regular Fare

1 zone $2.50

2 zone $3.75

3 zone $5

As soon as you arrive in Vancouver, ask your homestay family to advise you on which tickets or monthly

passes you should buy.

Buses require exact coin fare. The SkyTrain accepts coins (except pennies) & bills (up to $20). Debit & credit cards are accepted at most SkyTrain stations.


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Vancouver WeatherSummer

Summertime temperatures are between 20C and 25C, with 23C being the average. July and August are the

warmest months of the year, and daytime temperatures frequently reach 25C. Though daytime is warm,evenings are cool, so visitors should bring a light jacket. Overall, summers are rarely hot and offer some of the

most comfortable and ideal weather for visitors.

Fall

Fall is a beautiful and enjoyable time of year in Vancouver. Warm, sunny days stretch into October.

Temperatures near 18C are ideal for viewing the colorful fall leaves. During mid-to-late October, warm summ

days give way to crisp, cool air. Highs during October and November range from the 5C to 10C. Packing for a

fall trip means bringing along some warm clothing, as well as some water-friendly pieces to wear during

during fall showers.

Winter

Winter in Vancouver is not too cold, but is usually wet. While the city does not receive large amounts of snow

rain is common and visitors are advised to bring an umbrella, raincoat and water resistant shoes.

Temperatures from late November through February reach an average high of 6C, so visitors should also

bring warm clothing like sweaters, warm socks and pants.

Spring

Springtime is a pleasant and colorful time of year in British Columbia, as days grow longer and spring flowersbegin to bloom. Daily highs typically reach 10C to 18C, making this time of year ideal for outdoor activities

such as biking, inline skating and running. Be sure to bring jackets and light sweaters for evenings and the

occasional cool day.

No matter what time of year you choose to study in Vancouver, the city always offers you outdoor and indoo

activities to keep you entertained.

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REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Necessary Documents to Bring1. Original Study Permit

Admissions will need to see your original study permit. Upon arrival, visit your recruiter and let them make

copies of all your important documents for your student file.

2. Original Documents

The school will also need the original copies of other necessary documents, including official transcripts,

passports, and English proficiency scores.

3. Medical Insurance

Alexander College offers medical insurance through a partnership with guard.me. Many students have found

this to be a convenient and affordable option. Enrollment is available through our website:

http://www.alexandercollege.ca/student-services/medical-insurance/

Once you have lived in BC for 3 months or more, you are then eligible for the BC Medical Services Plan (MSP).

If you would like to apply for MSP, you can do so upon arrival in Canada with the help of student services.



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PREPARATION FOR VANCOUVER

Things to Prepare for your trip to Vancouver1. Clothes

Choose your clothes depending on the season you will be studying with us and dont bring too much because youll

probably do some shopping during your stay here.

2. Small Souvenir/Gift for your homestay family

Its always nice to prepare a small gift for your homestay family to show your appreciation for having you stay with them

and to participate in their family.

3. I.D.

Bring a credit card, international student card, or international drivers license because students will need two pieces of

to open a bank account. For activities involving alcohol two pieces of I.D. may be required (legal drinking age is 19).

Note: student cards will not work for night clubs/bars so you should also prepare a passport protector.

4. International Phone Cards

You cant change coins in our country, so dont bring any coins for your trip here. We recommend that you buy aninternational phone card before coming to Vancouver so that you can call someone in an emergency andyour parents

soon as you arrive.

International phone cards are also found at most convenient stores and different cards have different rates, so be sure t

ask about the best rate when selecting a phone card. Current students will know which are the best cards to buy so ask

current student!

5. Copies of Important Documents

We recommend making copies of all your important documents and permits, including your passport. Leave one set of

copies with a reliable relative in your home country, and carry one set with you (stored separately from your original

documents).

We hope this information has given you some useful tips in your travel preparations. We look forward to meeting you a

Alexander College on your first day with us!

Feel free to contact us to find out more about Alexander College and Vancouver:

[email protected] or (604) 681-5815

[email protected] or (604) 435-5815



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FURTHER READING

Canadian Cost of Living:

http://www.studyincanada.com/english/canada/cost.asp?Preference=canada

Cost of Living in Vancouver:http://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/city_result.jsp?country=Canada&city=Vancouver

Citizenship and Immigration Canadas Living in Canada Checklist:

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/after-checklist.asp

Welcome to Canada: What You Should Know:

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/resources/publications/welcome/index.asp

Canadian Study Skills:

http://canadaonline.about.com/od/studyskills/Canadian_University_Study_Skills.htm

Study Tips:

http://www.youth.gc.ca/eng/topics/education/study_tips.shtml

Lonely Planet Guide to Vancouver:

http://www.lonelyplanet.com/canada/vancouver

Tourism Vancouver:

http://www.tourismvancouver.com/do/
