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Our annual conference is the meeting place for international education professionals from across Canada and around the world

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We manage scholarships and internships within Canada and around the world.

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We work internationally to advance inclusive governance, economic empowerment and education for all

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We are Canada’s hub for international education research and data

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Our annual conference is the meeting place for international education professionals from across Canada and around the world.

Did you know?

In any given year only 3.1% of Canadian university students and 1.1% of college students have an education abroad experience

7 out of 10 mobile students agreed learning abroad influenced their career choice

Two thirds of mobile students agreed learning abroad influenced their academic path

82% of mobile students cited self-confidence as the top outcome of their learning abroad experience

Business is the top field of study for outbound students

France is the top destination for outbound students

Cost is the greatest barrier to education abroad

60% of students received credit for their experience abroad

International students in Canada at all levels of study in 2018

Increase in international student population in Canada from 2010 to 2018

Of international students recommend Canada as a study destination

Of international students plan to apply for permanent residence in Canada

Latest News

Canadian Bureau for International Education welcomes Governor General Julie Payette as patron

The Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) is pleased to welcome Her Excellency the Right Honourable... read more →

May 29, 2019

Nurturing global leaders: Budget 2019 invests in international education for Canada’s youth and attracting high-calibre international students

The Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) is pleased to see funding in Budget 2019 to make possible international experiences for Canadian... read more →

March 20, 2019

Revitalizing CBIE’s Strategic Direction

CBIE’s February 2019 board meeting/planning retreat featured a thoughtful and lively discussion of the current international education landscape. There was... read more →

March 6, 2019

Another record year for Canadian international education

As of December 31, 2018 there were 572,415 international students in Canada. This number from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada... read more →

February 15, 2019

Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) announces new President and Chief Executive Officer

Ottawa, February 6, 2019 – Following a national executive search process, CBIE’s board of directors is pleased to announce Larissa... read more →

February 6, 2019

Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) appoints new board chair

Ottawa, November 26, 2018 – CBIE is pleased to announce the appointment of a new chair of the board of... read more →

November 26, 2018

CBIE and EduNova reaffirm collaboration in international education

Ottawa, November 21, 2018 – Yesterday, at its annual conference in Ottawa, the Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) renewed... read more →

November 21, 2018

CBIE and MCIE affirm collaboration in international education

Ottawa, November 21, 2018 – This week, at its annual conference in Ottawa, the Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE)... read more →

November 21, 2018

CBIE and BCCIE to expand international education collaboration

Ottawa, November 20, 2018 – Yesterday, at its annual conference in Ottawa, the Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) renewed... read more →

November 20, 2018

Upcoming Events

We offer our network a wide range of opportunities to come together, either virtually or face-to-face, to learn about the latest trends and research, exchange knowledge and best practices, and strengthen national and international partnerships.

18 Sun

Taking Stock of International Student Regulations in Canada: Part I & II

July 30 - August 20

This event has been approved by ICCRC for 4 hours of CPD. The 2019 calendar year has seen a fervent pace of Canadian immigration and refugee law, regulatory, and policy-related changes that will...
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02 Oct

Blending Together Immigration and Academic Advising Practices

October 2 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm EDT

This webinar has been submitted to IRCC for 1.5 hours of CPD. This presentation offers international student advisors (ISA) in higher education a view of what is happening in “blended”...
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21 Oct

¡VAMOS A Colombia!

October 21 - October 30

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Testimonials

“CBIE events and PLCs provide an excellent opportunity to meet with and learn from colleagues across the country. Perhaps CBIE's greatest value is this ability to bring together professionals from across the sector to engage in open, productive and respectful dialogue.”- Marc Usunier, University of Saskatchewan

“I have found CBIE to be a valuable source of information and a way to build a network of colleagues. I have also been inspired by the work done by CBIE globally through CIDA supported programming.``- Catherine Fisher, University of Calgary

“CBIE has meant many things to my institution over the years: as an advocate for international student immigration policy, a source of high quality sponsored students, and a forum for connecting with colleagues - but in recent years its most valued contribution has been CBIE's support for the new generation of international educators in Canada. I have observed tremendous growth in the professional skills of my staff from CBIE's attention to our emerging leaders in the field and this will have a lasting impact on international education in Canada.”- Sonja Knutson, Memorial University of Newfoundland

“I have come to depend on CBIE to help position me within a recognized profession and to establish international education as an integral part of post-secondary education.”- Alison Cummings, Queen’s University

“CBIE has been the way I have developed my internationalization professional network. It has made all the difference!”- Clayton Smith, University of Windsor

“CBIE has been a source of leadership, inspiration and support for professionals in international education for decades. We value the friendly and open-minded communication with all colleagues in CBIE. Their insights and their readiness to support our work have provided a valuable source of support for us at the university-level.”- Britta Baron, University of Alberta