We understand that the sudden closure of ILAC has caused significant disruption and distress for many students and their families. Losing your school mid-term is incredibly stressful, but SOA (Schools ON AIR) is here to help you navigate this difficult time and ensure your education continues without delay. To support students urgently looking for a new school, SOA is assisting with expedited transfers to Metro International Secondary Academy (MISA). If you have already paid

A sudden announcement has left many international students preparing to study English in Canada, as well as students already studying in Toronto and Vancouver, deeply concerned. On September 18, 2026, ILAC, one of Canada's well-known private English language education providers, officially announced that it had filed for bankruptcy protection and would cease operations immediately. According to ILAC's announcement, all classes and programs were cancelled effective immediately

"My child is an outstanding soccer player in our home country. When we move to Canada, will they easily make the school soccer team? If they perform well, could they even secure an athletic scholarship for university?" As an educational consultant at Schools ON AIR, this is one of the most frequent questions from parents. However, excelling in sports in one's home country and being recruited as a collegiate student-athlete in North America are two entirely different matters.

For parents sending minor children to study in Canada, the first major hurdle following the receipt of a Letter of Acceptance is preparing the Custodianship Declaration. Due to complex legal terms and English formatting, it is often mistaken for a mere formality; however, this is one of the most strictly examined documents by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and local school boards. Its primary purpose is to verify a nationwide safety net for young internat

A dramatic transformation is reshaping the global talent landscape. Leading technology frontrunners—such as Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI—are moving away from rigid reliance on prestigious academic credentials, standardized GPA cutoffs, and conventional cover letters for new hires. The definitive asset they now seek is real-world capability: the proficiency to strategically leverage artificial intelligence to solve complex business bottlenecks. Rather than assessing pedigree,

Preparing for minor students to study in Canada can be an exciting journey, but navigating the required legal paperwork often feels overwhelming. One of the most essential and strictly regulated requirements is the Custodianship Declaration. “Does my child really need a custodian in Canada?” “Where and how do we get these documents notarized?” “What is the difference between a full custodial guardian and a paper custodian?” At Schools ON AIR, we provide clear guidance and str

A short while ago, during a conversation with an acquaintance working in the field, I heard an interesting story. It was the fact that when engineers dedicated to data center cooling infrastructure are brought into emergency shutdown prevention or special consulting projects, their hourly rate can exceed $1,000. At first, I thought it was somewhat of an exaggerated figure, but as I closely analyzed the rapidly changing technological landscape recently, I came to deeply unders

For students dreaming of entering art school, summer vacation means more than just a break It is a golden time to refine their artistic inspiration and materialize their portfolio, which is the most crucial key to college admission. This summer, with the guidance and support of Schools ON AIR, a student who participated in the high school summer program at OCAD University in Toronto, Canada, has shared a valuable review. We share this vivid experience hoping it provides pract

When addressing academic challenges faced by students in Canadian education, science and mathematics often stand out as major hurdles. Understanding invisible electron flows, molecular bonds, or complex physics laws solely through flat textbook diagrams and equations is rarely easy. For students struggling with foundational concepts, Schools ON AIR strongly recommends exploring the University of Colorado’s PhET Interactive Simulations website. Far from a passive tool that s

Have you ever considered studying abroad? For decades, the default dream for high-achieving students worldwide was an Ivy League education in the United States. But recently, a fascinating shift has been happening in global education. Just a short while ago, a brilliant student from Vietnam made headlines after being accepted into world-renowned institutions like Harvard and Yale. Instead of heading to the US, however, they chose KAIST (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and

Recently, there have been frequent cases of great confusion among students and parents preparing to study or take language courses in the US right after their visa interviews. This is because, even after successfully completing the interview and having the consul take their passport, they return home to check the visa status tracking site only to see the firm message: 'Refused.' Today, we will take a detailed look at the recently changed US visa screening trends, the correct

When planning to send your children to college in Canada or pursuing new studies to enhance your own skills, the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is often the first system you consider. OSAP has been a core educational welfare system that goes beyond simple loans, practically alleviating financial burdens. However, due to a major system overhaul recently announced by the Ontario provincial government, a significant change in the educational financial strategy for fam

If you live in Ontario, you still have a prime opportunity to fast-track your career with the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP): ✅ With NO tuition burden ✅ While receiving living allowance support ✅ Earning a Canadian-recognized career certificate or diploma 📌 Why is right now the ultimate golden time? The OSAP system is changing starting August 1, 2026, which means the portion of non-repayable grants will be significantly reduced. Even under the exact same personal

When consulting with many parents preparing for their children's early study abroad in Canada, one of the most frequent questions concerns the racial demographics of the residential areas. In particular, many parents prefer schools in neighborhoods with a minimal Korean population and an overwhelmingly white demographic, considering them the most ideal destinations. Underlying this preference is the expectation that living among native English-speaking white students will max

For a long time, we have often heard voices of disappointment and anxiety mixed together among many Korean parents regarding Canadian public education. The concerns were mostly, "Canada raises children too freely," or "I am worried they might lose their academic competitiveness compared to students in Asian countries like Korea." There were also many criticisms that classroom discipline had collapsed due to a somewhat loose structure where school exams were replaced by assign

With spring arriving exceptionally early this year, anticipation and preparation for the upcoming summer break seem to be starting much sooner than usual. As the end of June approaches, signaling the conclusion of the school year, many parents find themselves deeply contemplating how to meaningfully fill their children's long summer vacation. While the market is flooded with various summer camps and package programs boasting hefty price tags of thousands of dollars, we must a

For parents raising children in Canada, university admissions are always a top priority. With the steep rise in tuition fees and the increasingly fierce competition for North American universities, many families find themselves searching for viable alternatives. Today, I would like to introduce an option that is often overlooked: pursuing higher education in South Korea. For non-Korean citizens, South Korean prestigious universities offer a wealth of benefits that can transfo

In April 2026, as the warmth of spring begins to settle in, a highly anticipated update was announced by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). A revolutionary change has been made to the "Co-op Work Permit" system, which has long been a source of anxiety for many students and parents. Today, I would like to analyze the reform of the international student internship system that took effect on April 1st and summarize what students need to prepare in practical ter

The Canadian immigration landscape has been chaotic lately due to IRCC's policy changes and stricter scrutiny. In particular, an increasing number of international students are receiving refusal letters for their Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWP) after successfully completing their studies, often due to minor procedural errors like missing language test scores. As an education expert who has guided countless international students through their career paths and settlement p

“I want to study at a top US university.” This dream no longer exclusively means ‘transferring to a US university.’ Realistically, you can gain this experience while attending a university in South Korea or Canada through exchange and visiting student programs. Although these two programs appear similar, they possess distinct differences in cost, structure, and strategy. The exchange student program operates based on inter-university agreements. In South Korea, Seoul National