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Student Stories

Student Stories

Wondering what it’s really like to live and study in Burnaby?  Hear directly from international students as they share their experiences — from their first day of school to weekend adventures, academic life, and everything in between.

These stories offer a glimpse into daily life, friendships, challenges, and proud moments — all in the students’ own words.

Most Recent Student Videos

Italian Student Experience (in English)
German Student Experience (in English)
Czech Student Experience (in English)
Chinese Student Experience (in English & Mandarin)
Spanish Student Experience (in Spanish)
Japanese Student Experience
Mexican Student Experience (in Spanish)
Brazilian Student Experience (in Portuguese)

Videos in English

Welcome to Burnaby Schools
District Overview
International Student Life
Academic Excellence
Community and Homestay
Student Reflections

Videos: Chinese, Mandarin & Cantonese

Welcome to Burnaby International Education
Academic Programs Overview
Student Experience in Burnaby Schools
Homestay and Community Connections
Exploring Life in Burnaby
Student Reflections and Success Stories

Videos: Italian

District Overview
Programs and Opportunities
Student Voices
Academics and Innovation
Community and Belonging
Student Reflections

Videos: Japanese

Welcome to Burnaby Schools
International Student Life
Academic Excellence
Homestay Experience
Community Connections
Student Reflections

Videos: Korean

Program Introduction (Korean)
Korean Student Reviews (English)
Thomas, Korean Student Review (English)
Burnaby Mountain Secondary,
Experience of an International Student
High School in Canada
Burnaby North Secondary,
Reina from Korea

Videos: Portuguese

Program Introduction (Portuguese)
Portuguese Student Reviews (English)
Lara (Brazil), Burnaby North
Victoria (Brazil), Byrne Creek
Gabriela (Brazil), Burnaby South
Lucas (Brazil), Burnaby North

Videos: Spanish

Maria Fer (Mexico), Byrne Creek
Program Introduction (Spanish)
Maria (Columbia), Burnaby South
Palomo (Spain), Burnaby Mountain
Spanish Speaking Student Reviews (English)
Laura (Spain), Moscrop

Videos: Turkish

Program Introduction (Turkish)
Turkish Student Reviews
What to do in Burnaby, BC
Burnaby School District International
Welcome to a New Year

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