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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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Study in Canada or Abroad

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

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Build Capacity

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

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Read Our Latest Research

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

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Our new video highlights our research on international students in Canada

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 2017

Of international students recommend Canada as a study destination

Of international students plan to apply for permanent residence in Canada

Latest News

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

CBIE recognizes Margaret Biggs and Roland Paris for outstanding leadership in advancing learning beyond borders

Ottawa, November 13, 2018 – As institutions around the world mark International Education Week, there is a growing call for... read more →

November 13, 2018

The Students’ Voice: Over 14,000 respond to 2018 International Student Survey

Ottawa, August 21, 2018 – A growing number of international students intend to apply for permanent residence in Canada after... read more →

August 21, 2018

Canadian Bureau for International Education expresses concern for Saudi students in Canada

Ottawa, August 8, 2018 – The Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) is deeply concerned about the impact of Saudi... read more →

August 8, 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.

19 Mar

Collaboration Mission to the Philippines

March 19 - March 24

Join us on a collaboration mission to build relationships between Canadian and Filipino higher-education institutions in March 2019.

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09 May

Quebec Regional Meeting

May 9 - May 10

Concordia University, Montreal, Quebec

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10 Jun

Ontario Regional Meeting/OAIE Conference

June 10 - June 11

University of Windsor, Windsor, Ontario

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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