CMEC

Bringing Education in Canada to the World, Bringing the World to Canada: An International Education Marketing Action Plan for Provinces and Territories Publication Date: 2011-08-05

At the meeting of the Council of the Federation in July, 2011, provincial and territorial Premiers endorsed an International Education Marketing Action Plan. The Action Plan identifies opportunities for federal-provincial-territorial collaboration on marketing aiming. In 2008, international students spent $6.5 billion in Canada and created over 83,000 jobs. By 2025, the global demand for international education is predicted to quadruple from 1.8 million to 7.2 million students.

A Literature Review of Factors that Support Successful Transitions by Aboriginal People from K–12 to Postsecondary Education Publication Date: 2011-01-13

A literature review that identifies key research findings relating to the challenges facing Aboriginal people as they make the transition from K-12 to postsecondary education was commissioned by the Canadian Education Statistics Council (CESC). The goal of the project is to understand the challenges Aboriginal people face in the transition from K–12 to postsecondary education through a synthesis of the available provincial/territorial and pan-Canadian literature as well as a scan of data available to support further research.

Ministerial Statement on Credit Transfer in Canada 2009 Publication Date: 2009-11-20

In 2002, CMEC approved a strategy to improve credit-transfer systems and promote mobility for students across Canada. Given the differences in credit-transfer systems and Postsecondary structures among provinces and territories, the initial focus was on developing and enhancing the pan-Canadian credit-transfer system. In the summer of 2009, the Ministerial Statement on Credit Transfer in Canada was updated and approved by all ministers.

Report of the CMEC Working Group on Credit Transfer 2009 Publication Date: 2009-11-20

The 2009 report is the fourth update on jurisdictional practices related to credit transfer in postsecondary education since the CMEC Working Group on Credit Transfer was established. The report highlights the activities, chievements, and future plans of each jurisdiction, and includes the updated version of the CMEC Ministerial Statement on Credit Transfer in Canada.

Fact Sheet: Transitions to the Labour Market Publication Date: 2009-06-17

The Pan-Canadian Education Indicators Program (PCEIP) is an ongoing initiative of the Canadian Education Statistics Council (CESC), a partnership between Statistics Canada and the Council of Ministers of Education, Canada (CMEC), to provide a set of statistical measures on education systems in Canada. This fact sheet reports on transitions to the labour market.

Fact Sheet: A Brand for Education in Canada Publication Date: 2008-09-22

The impetus for the creation of a brand for education in Canada was to support a concerted country-wide effort to promote Canadian educational systems and institutions, in order to produce enhanced results in attracting international students and establishing relationships. This fact sheet outlines the development, ownership, use, and maintenance of the brand.

European Higher Education Area (EHEA) - The Bologna Process Publication Date: 2008-05-15

The Bologna Process represents a commitment by 46 European countries to undertake a series of reforms to achieve greater consistency and portability across their higher-education systems, without affecting their sovereignty in matters relating to higher education. This report presents the objectives of the Bologna Process, an overview of the relevant ministerial meetings, and the implications of the Bologna Process for Canada.

Report of the CMEC Working Group on Credit Transfer, 2008 Publication Date: 2008-05-15

The 2008 report is the third update on jurisdictional practices related to credit transfer in postsecondary education since the CMEC Working Group on Credit Transfer was established. The report highlights the activities, achievements, and future plans of each jurisdiction, and includes the CMEC Ministerial Statement on Credit Transfer in Canada.

Report of the CMEC Working Group on Credit Transfer Publication Date: 2006-10-02

In October 2001, the Council of Ministers of Education, Canada (CMEC) revisited the issue of credit transfer between colleges and universities and among provinces and territories. In April 2002, ministers established the CMEC Working Group on Credit Transfer to develop pan-Canadian strategies. This report is the first to look at the provincial and territorial activities concerning credit transfer.

Meeting of OECD Education Ministers, Athens, Greece, June 2006 Publication Date: 2006-07-11

The chair's summary of the 2006 Meeting of OECD Education Ministers lists the areas of agreement concerning the need to reform higher education. Issues include funding, more accessible education, clearer focus on what students learn, responsiveness and diversity, research and innovation, and migration and internationalization. This report provides summaries of the presentations, discussions, and points of agreement and debate.

Secondary Education in Canada: A Student Transfer Guide, 2004-2005 Publication Date: 2005-11-25

Each year, thousands of Canadian secondary-school students transfer from one province or territory to another. One of the major concerns associated with such transfers is the continuity of students' education. This document was prepared to assist receiving schools in placing secondary students so that their education would be as continuous as possible. Information for each jurisdiction is divided into two parts: part I provides information on secondary education in each of the ten provinces and three territories, and part II contains course descriptions to facilitate the placement of students.

Secondary Education in Canada: A Student Transfer Guide, 2001 Publication Date: 2004-06-01

Each year, thousands of Canadian secondary-school students transfer from one province or territory to another. One of the major concerns associated with such transfers is the continuity of students' education. This document was prepared to assist receiving schools in placing secondary students so that their education would be as continuous as possible. Information for each jurisdiction is divided into two parts: part I provides information on secondary education in each of the ten provinces and two territories, and part II contains course descriptions to facilitate the placement of students.

Guide to Terminology Usage in the Field of Credentials Recognition and Mobility in English Canada Publication Date: 2003-03-03

Definitions of over 100 terms used in postsecondary education in relation to credential evaluation, programs, and credits are provided.

Fact Sheet No. 3 - The Council of Europe/UNESCO Convention on the Recognition of Qualifications concerning Higher Education in the European Region: What it means for Canada Publication Date: 2002-12-12

In 1989, Canada ratified the 1979 UNESCO Convention on the Recognition of Studies, Diplomas and Degrees concerning Higher Education in the States belonging to the Europe Region. The purpose of that convention was to facilitate the recognition of foreign degrees and diplomas and to improve access for other countries to information of an official nature about Canadian systems of higher education. A new joint convention was adopted in April 1997 by the countries of the Council of Europe and the UNESCO Europe Region. The new convention, which replaces the 1979 convention, does not differ significantly in substance and objectives. However, it specifies more concretely and in greater detail the responsibilities of ratifying states with respect to the principles and mechanisms for the recognition of qualifications and the collection and dissemination of information on higher education. Canada signed the Council of Europe/UNESCO convention in 1997, committing itself to a wide range of matters regarding the enhancement of academic and professional mobility and to the promotion of fair practice in assessment and recognition of qualifications. This fact sheet provides details on conventions, as well as the main features of this convention, Canada's obligations, and the implications of the convention for postsecondary institutions in Canada.

Fact Sheet No. 4 - Information for Canadian Students Planning to Study Abroad Publication Date: 2002-07-04

This fact sheet provides information for Canadian students about getting credentials from foreign institutions recognized in Canada, verifying the status of foreign institutions and programs, learning about foreign universities, and obtaining financial support for studies abroad. Links to useful addresses are included.

Fact Sheet No. 1 - Information for students educated abroad applying for admission to Canadian universities and colleges Publication Date: 2002-07-04

This fact sheet provides information for foreign students considering postsecondary education in Canada on how to learn about postsecondary institutions in Canada, how to apply, language testing, foreign-qualification assessment, entry to study in Canada, and the role of the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials. Many sources for further information are included.

Fact Sheet No. 2 - Assessment and recognition of credentials for the purpose of employment in Canada Publication Date: 2002-07-04

This fact sheet provides information for individuals coming to Canada who want to enter the workforce about how to get qualifications obtained abroad recognized in Canada, regulated and non-regulated occupations, trades, translation services, and employment opportunities. Links are provided to credential-assessment and qualification-recognition services and many other sources of information.

Report of the Canadian Delegation to the OECD/US Forum on Trade in Educational Services Publication Date: 2002-05-23

This delegation report presents highlights of the discussions on demand for access to postsecondary education, foreign-credential assessment and transfer, quality assurance, and the influence of GATS (General Agreement on Trade in Services) negotiations on educational services.

Agreement-in-Principle — Labour Mobility Chapter of the Agreement on Internal Trade/Teaching Profession Publication Date: 1999-09-01

This agreement-in-principle is intended to allow any teacher who holds a teaching certificate in one province or territory to have access to teacher certification in any other province or territory in order to be eligible for employment opportunities in the teaching profession. It is to be in place until a further agreement is developed.

Report on Public Expectations of Postsecondary Education in Canada Publication Date: 1999-02-01

This report looks at what constitutes reasonable expectations from the public for postsecondary education, and how institutions measure up. The consequent question is whether institutions have the capacity to adapt and change to meet these expectations. Detailed appendices present public expectations on a number of key isssues.