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Universities in Canada

Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU)

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Trinity Western University (TWU)

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Universite de Moncton

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Universite de Montreal (U de M)

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Universite de Sherbrooke (UdeS)

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Universite du Quebec a Chicoutimi (UQAC)

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Universite du Quebec a Montreal (UQAM)

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Universite du Quebec a Trois-Rivieres (UQTR)

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Universite Laval

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University College of the North

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University of Alberta

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University of Calgary (UCalgary)

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University of King's College

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University of Lethbridge

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University of Manitoba (UM)

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University of New Brunswick (UNB)

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University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC)

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University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT)

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University of Ottawa

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University of the Fraser Valley (UFV)

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University of Toronto (U of T)

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University of Western Ontario (UWO)

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University of Winnipeg

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Vancouver Community College (VCC)

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Vancouver Island University (VIU)

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Wilfrid Laurier University (WLU)

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York University

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Yukon University

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Northern Lakes College

Portage College

St. Francis Xavier University

Grading intelligence

Grading systems used at Canada universities

62 universities use a percentage-based scale
Scale range
0.0–12.0
Top grade
A+ = 4.3

e.g. Alberta University of the Arts (AUArts)· Alexander College· Assiniboine College

37 universities use a letter-grade scale
Scale range
0.0–10.0
Top grade
A+ = 4.0

e.g. Acadia University· Ambrose University· Aurora College

4 universities use a percentage (no grade points) scale
Scale range
0.0–4.0
Top grade
A+ = 0.0

e.g. Brock University· Lakehead University· OCAD University

Each Canada university stores its own grading scheme — including any plus/minus subdivisions, custom cut-offs, and scale maxima — so you don’t need to convert your GPA manually. Pick your university and the calculator applies the correct conversion automatically.

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These 100 calculators have had their grading scheme checked against the university’s own published policy — the table the calculator applies is the table the institution prints:

Canada GPA Calculator FAQs

Common questions students from Canada ask about calculating their GPA with GPAWise.

Which grading scale do Canada universities use?
Across the 103 universities we list in Canada, 62 universities use a percentage-based scale (0.0–12.0), 37 universities use a letter-grade scale (0.0–10.0), and 4 universities use a percentage (no grade points) scale (0.0–4.0). Each sets its own cut-offs, so your GPA reflects your specific institution rather than a generic conversion. Examples in our listing include Alberta University of the Arts (AUArts), Alexander College, and Assiniboine College.
What is considered a good GPA at Canada universities?
On Canada's most common 12-point scale, a GPA of about 9.0 is generally considered good and 10.5 or above excellent; many graduate programs look for at least 9.0. Because each university sets its own cut-offs, treat these as planning figures — your registrar may round or weight credits differently.
Is GPAWise free for students in Canada?
Yes — GPAWise is completely free for students in Canada, with no signup, no email, and no ads. Your GPA inputs stay in your browser, scoped to this site, for 60 days from your last visit — they're never sent to a server unless you choose to submit feedback.
How accurate is the GPA calculation for Canada institutions?
For the courses and credits you enter, the calculator applies each Canada university's official grading scheme so the result matches your transcript. Canada uses the 4.0 scale (some provinces use 4.33 or a 9-point scale), and differences usually come from special credits (audit, withdraw, transfer) or rounding rules your registrar may apply differently.
Can I see what semester GPA I need next semester to hit a target?
Yes — every per-university page on GPAWise has a Target GPA calculator (linked from the regular calculator's result card) that tells you the average semester GPA you'd need across your remaining credits to reach a goal. It uses the same institution-specific grading scheme.