Banking Setup
TD Canada Trust
No-fee student account for 4 years + $100 welcome bonus. Best for GIC investments.
Best for GICRBC Royal Bank
Leo's Savings Account with no monthly fees. Seamless GIC integration for new arrivals.
Best Credit LimitsScotiabank
StartRight Program for newcomers. Scene+ rewards for movies and groceries.
Best RewardsHousing & Neighbourhoods
The Annex
Closest to UofT St. George campus. Walkable, vibrant, and historically student-centric. Avg rent $2,000-$2,400/mo.
Scarborough
Home to UTSC campus. Most affordable area with incredible food diversity. Avg rent $1,400-$1,800/mo.
North York
York University campus nearby. Modern condos, great TTC subway access. Avg rent $1,600-$2,000/mo.
Top Universities
University of Toronto
St. George, Scarborough, and Mississauga campuses.
York University
Canada's third-largest university, known for law and business.
Toronto Metropolitan University
Located in the heart of downtown Toronto near Dundas Square.
Jobs & Permits
- check_circle Off-campus work: up to 24 hours/week (increased from 20 in 2024).
- check_circle Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): up to 3 years.
- check_circle High demand sectors: Tech, Finance, Healthcare, AI.
Transit
TTC & Presto
One card for Subway, Streetcars, and Buses. Monthly student passes save $30+.
