The International Centre for Students (ICS) provides support for ALL University of Manitoba students.

We offer programs and services to help international students before and after their arrival to ease their transition to Canada and ensure their experience is enjoyable, safe, and successful.

The ICS office also provides programs and resources for internationally-minded students looking for opportunities both inside and outside of Canada.

• Our Exchange Programs make studying abroad affordable and accessible. 
• The World W.I.S.E. Resource Centre can help students plan for work, study, or travel throughout the world.

Through the ICS office, all University of Manitoba students have the opportunity to internationalize their education and gain cross-cultural experiences without leaving Winnipeg.  Our office also serves the larger university community by providing support and assistance to staff and faculty.

Information for NEW International Students: 
New international students who will begin their studies at the U of M in the Fall 2012 term are encouraged to review the information in the Pre-Arrival Guide for New International Students.  To register for any of our orientation programs, please complete the International Student Arrival Form and return it to the ICS office.

• Pre-Arrival Guide for New International Students
• ICS Orientation Program Registration Form- fillable PDF!
• New international students are also encouraged to review the Post-Secondary International Student Orientation Handbook prepared by the Province of Manitoba.

ICS Events Calendar Don't miss any of the great programs and events ICS has planned for the year. Check out the ICS Events Calendar for details!

Health Insurance

• Effective April 1, 2012, the majority of international students studying in Manitoba will be eligible for provincial health coverage through Manitoba Health.  Visit http://umanitoba.ca/student/records/international_students/phc.html to learn more about the changes to health coverage for international students at the University of Manitoba.  To learn more about Manitoba Health eligibility and coverage, visit: http://www.gov.mb.ca/health/mhsip/.
• 
  Full-time students at the University of Manitoba also receive extended health and dental coverage through the University of Manitoba Students' Union (UMSU) Health and Dental Plan.  The UMSU Health and Dental Plan provides extended coverage, beyond what is provided through Manitoba Health, and is automatically assessed at the time of registration.

International students at the University of Manitoba are encouraged to review the eligibility criteria for and coverage provided by Manitoba Health and the UMSU Health and Dental Plan before coming to Canada and to purchase additional health, dental, and/or travel insurance from their home countries if they feel it is necessary.