Canada, CAPSI
Area possibilities
Placements are available in community pharmacies and research.
Length of training periods
2 to 8 weeks
Available months and cities
Cities vary from year to year. Placements typically take place between June and August.
Type accommodation
Students are generally housed in rental housing or in a residence at the closest local university, if applicable. Local Exchange Officers (LEOs) located in each province will be matched to a student upon confirmation of exchange placement to help facilitate placements and approaches in finding accommodations. Students will most likely have to pay for housing.
Board, pocket money or other financial benefits/remuneration
Unfortunately, we do not offer any kind of pocket money. However, some placements might offer bus tickets or accommodation, at their discretion.
Language requirements
English (required), French (Required in Quebec only)
*Even though Quebec is mostly a French-speaking province, it is recommended to be bilingual (French and English) to ease communication, as some placements may be in some more multicultural areas. However, English is not a requirement.
Other requirements
Varies; some placements might prioritize applicants who are further along in their studies.
Information on Work Permits and Visa
Required documentation: - Liability insurance (if working in community pharmacy) - Travel medical insurance is strongly recommended but not required - Visa/ work permit
For information on work permits and visa requirements, please visit the Canadian consulate and/ affiliate offices in your country as procedures vary depending on your home country. If your home country is eligible, there is also the possibility to obtain an e-visa by internet: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/eta-start.asp. We recommend students to initiate the visa application process as soon as possible upon confirmation of placement to avoid delays/ complications.
Selection Procedures
Incoming placements to Canada are facilitated by the CAPSI-SEO. Please forward all inquiries regarding placements in Canada to: [email protected].
Applications are screened initially by the SEO. Applications matching the specific requirements for host sites available are selected and forwarded to the respective host/ employer for final selection.
