IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS
Important Information for Students
Please click on the links below for information on the following:
Professional Designations
The Industry Training Association certifies cooks through three levels until they attain their Red Seal status. Northwest works with the organization to help culinary students achieve Cook Level 1 while attending Northwest and sponsors students through the remainder of the process
The Private Training Institutions Branch is the certifying body for all diploma- and certificate-granting organizations in British Columbia. Northwest is a Designated Institution, meaning we meet additional requirements associated with a higher level of quality.
Educational Quality Assurance is available to public and private institutions in B.C. that meet or exceed quality assurance standards set by the province of BC. This designation allows Northwest to host international students.
International Student Housing Guide
If you are looking for housing while attending NWCAV there are a number of communities you could live. Transit is reliable and we are near major transit hubs.
Options for finding rental housing:
It is important to understand that housing in the Greater Vancouver area is quite expensive. Here are some resources to help you make decisions about your stay while attending NWCAV.
The BC Government also has regulations in place to protect you as a renter. Please visit BC Tenant’s Rights Advisory Centre or the BC Government Tenants Rights Page