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Population: 4.0 million
Largest City: Calgary
Major Industries: oil, agriculture, technology, tourism
The Inside Scoop: Alberta’s Ministry of Innovation and Advanced Education facilitates research and innovation opportunities, scholarships, apprenticeships, adult education, and economic development across the province.
From the Ministry’s Office: Alberta’s world-class post-secondary system is recognized and respected around the globe and serves an ideal location for any international student interested in studying in Canada. The Mitacs Global Research Internship program organizes 12-week internships for competitive students from around the world.
The breathtaking, mountain-and-lake-dotted landscape of Alberta is home to six universities, eleven colleges, and two polytechnical institutes. The booming, petroleum-based economy offers plenty of opportunities for international students wishing to stay in Canada to work after graduation.
The Ministry’s Website: http://www.eae.alberta.ca/
Further Information: http://www.studyinalberta.ca/post-secondary/