About us
Since 2019, Be a Canadian has helped Sri Lankan students and families file for study abroad — from Ragama and Jaffna.
Our story
Since 2019, Be a Canadian Business Management (PVT) Ltd has been helping Sri Lankan students and professionals study, live, and work abroad. We are an international education consultancy with ICEF accreditation and two offices.
Under Demian De Zilva, Chairman and CEO, the practice has grown by doing the unglamorous work well: the right destination, the right programme, a file that survives scrutiny.
We started with Canada. We now place students where the file will succeed — including the United Kingdom, Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, and Europe.
ICEF accreditation
Independent industry accreditation — not a Facebook ad. ICEF connects verified education agencies with universities, which is why our students reach institutions we have actually sat with.
View our ICEF profileRagama
Solar-powered, purpose-built, and set up for consultations — not for show. Jaffna families can visit us at 83 Kannathiddy Road.
Inside Be a Canadian
Head office, Ragama
A place for the conversation before the visa file — and for the ones after it.
Mission
To help people pursuing international higher education choose a destination they can fund, a programme they can enter, and a visa file that will stand.
Vision
To be the desk Sri Lankan families sit at when the next chapter is abroad — with partnerships that are real, and advice that is specific.
Events
ICEF 2026 Sri Lanka
Be A Canadian proudly participated in the ICEF South Asia 2026 event held in Sri Lanka, further strengthening our global education partnerships and industry connections. Representing our organization, Ms. Sathsarani Perera actively engaged with international institutions and education professionals, reflecting our continued commitment to providing students with reliable and updated international education opportunities.
ICEF 2024 Canada
Be A Canadian proudly participated in the ICEF North America 2024 event held in Canada, strengthening global partnerships and exploring new opportunities for students worldwide. Representing our team, Ms. Nethu and Ms. Mershiya actively engaged with international institutions and education professionals, reflecting our commitment to providing students with trusted and up-to-date global education pathways.
TRW2026
Be A Canadian proudly participated in the TRW 2026 event organized by ApplyBoard, further strengthening its international education partnerships and global engagement. Representing our organization, Ms. Sanuki, Ms. Shaini, Ms. Senari, and Ms. Kaveesha actively connected with international institutions and education professionals, demonstrating our continued commitment to providing students with quality overseas education opportunities and trusted guidance.
TRW2025
Be A Canadian proudly participated in the TRW 2025 event organized by ApplyBoard, continuing to strengthen its international education partnerships and global presence. Representing our organization, Mr. Kasun, Mr. Shone, and Mr. Pravinth actively engaged with international institutions and education professionals, showcasing our commitment to delivering quality overseas education opportunities and trusted student guidance.
Community
Making a difference beyond education
Free consultation
Bring your results and budget. We’ll walk you through two or three realistic options — and tell you honestly if waiting makes more sense.
Visit us 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Saturday