2014 Summer Camp Brochure

http://www.cic-totalcare.com/en/

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BEYOND THE CLASSROOMA TOTAL LEARNING EXPERIENCE

Since 1995, Columbia International College’s Learn English & Discover Canada summer camp program has provided students from around the world with a Total Learning and

international cultural experience against a beautiful Canadian backdrop.

By participating in engaging activities, our campers develop their English skills, discover the electric sights and sounds of Canada, and build international

friendships that last a lifetime.

Unique to Canada

Immerse yourself in Canadian culture and dis-cover unique Canadian attractions like the CN Tower, Canada’s Wonderland, Bark Lake and Niagara Falls! Columbia’s action packed Summer Camp program appeals to every interest. Colum-bia’s Learn English & Discover Canada program is guaranteed to give campers a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

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Bark LakeLeadership Training & Outdoor Education Centre

Identify your strengths, unearth hidden abilities and expand your comfort zone while working with your peers at Bark Lake. Located three hours north of Toronto, Bark Lake is among the top leadership training centres in Canada. Here, you’ll be submerged in the great Canadian wilderness and will participate in exciting nature and adventure based experiences like archery, canoeing and high ropes!

Festival and Events

Enjoy a variety of festivals and events throughout Ontario with hundreds of other Canadians! Festivals and events feature cultural entertainment including:• Music and dancing• Unique cuisine and beverages• Arts and sport attractions• Cultural displays of costumes and history

UniversityVisit some of Canada’s, and the world’s, best uni-versities by attending guided university tours at:McMaster University – Intensive research programs, renowned medical and business programsUniversity of Toronto- Top ranked medical doctorate program, largest and best library collectionYork University – Its Schulich business program is consistently in the top 10 MBA rankingsWaterloo University – Largest engineering program in Canada, competitive environmental program

And much more...

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Canada’s WonderlandThrill-seekers will get the spin of their lives, 30 storeys above the ground, and bravehearts will push the limits and test their stamina. Daredevils will discover the exhilaration of plunging down 306-feet of steel at the mindboggling speed of 148km/h on some of fastest rollercoasters in the world.

Niagara FallsExplore the intimate town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, and discover the amazing delights in the quaint shops that line its tourist filled streets. Encounter the power of Niagara Falls, up-close and personal on the Maid of the Mist boat ride.

CN TowerZip up to the observation deck on one of the world’s tallest freestanding buildings and take in the spectacular views of the City of Toronto. Walk, stomp or dance on the glass floor located 1,122 feet above the ground. Discover EdgeWalk - the world’s highest full circle hands-free walk around the top of the Tower’s main pod. Don’t forget to check out the gift shop to get some really cool souvenirs from your amazing experience!

Unique to Canada

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Marine LandAt Marineland, the deer will edge closer to nuzzle you, you’ll feed magnificent beluga whales and come face-to-face with the powerful, but friendly, killer whales. Remember to check out the amazing and hilarious antics of the sea lions and dolphins at King Waldorf’s castle, and catch a breath-taking bird’s eye view of Niagara atop the Sky-Screamer.

4 day Eastern Canada TourA trip to Canada is incomplete without a visit to the nation’s capital, Ottawa, and Canada’s French province of Québec. See the changing of the guard ceremony on Parliament Hill, explore the Museum of Natural Civilization, discover the magnificent architecture of the Notre Dame Basilica, and tour Québec City – North America’s oldest city.

Medieval TimesThe lords and maidens at King Philippe’s court await your presence at Medieval Times. Dine on a large, magnificent meal, watch the enchanting mastery of the Royal Falconer, and cheer on your brave knight to victory as they battle the forces of evil to secure peace in the land.

• St. Jacobs Mennonite Village• Vaughan Mills Shopping Mall• Rogers Centre (Skydome)- Major League

Baseball Game

• Dundurn Castle• Provincial Parliament Building• Montréal Biodome

And many more...

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Special Features

Customized ProgramsAthletic Camps such as:• Basketball Camp• Soccer Camp• Golf CampPerforming Arts CampDance CampMartial Arts Camp

Leadership OptionsLEADER-IN-TRAININGLIT 5 week program*• One part selection process• No English requirement• Certificate upon successful completion of program

LIT + Internship*• Two part selection process• IELTS English requirement• Successful leaders have potential to be selected as Columbia interns

in final 2 weeks of program• High School Credit granted upon successful completion

*Option to add Advanced Leadership Training at Bark Lake Leadership Center + Eastern Canada Tour

Leadership instruction• 3 hours a day• Certificate of completion

Leadership Credit Course• High School credit available for ages 16 to 18• Option to be involved with LIT Internship program

ESL Credit Course 4 week ESL credit program

Weekend Activity Trips: (Toronto Tour, Niagara Falls, Wonderland)

*Option to add our Bark Lake and/or Eastern Tour package

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3 Exciting Programs

ALL PROGRAMS INCLUDEIntensive English (3 or 6 hours per day)1 Weekday Half-day Trip per week including: • Hamilton City Tour• Outlet Mall Shopping Trip• Historic Landmarks4 after-dinner Evening Activities per week

2 Weekend Trips per week including trips to: • Niagara Falls • CN Tower and Toronto Blue Jays Game at Sky

Dome• Bark Lake Leadership and Outdoor Educational

Centre

2014 Arrival Dates: June 30, July 7, 14 and 21Experience more of Hamilton and the Greater Toronto Area with this 3-week program. Students will enjoy the pristine lake view, the plant and animal life and adrenaline charged activities at Bark Lake. Under the guidance of certified instructors at Bark Lake, students will participate in:• High Ropes and Low Ropes• Archery• Canoeing and Kayaking • Swimming

2014 Arrival Dates: June 30, July 7, 14 and 21Experience the best of both worlds as you embark on a 4-day tour of the English and French parts of Canada. With this 3-week program, you will:• Explore Ottawa and the 1000

Islands in Kingston• Tour Montreal and enjoy a

shopping trip in one of the world’s fashion capitals

• Marvel at the magnificent architecture of Canada’s oldest city, Québec City

• Bark Lake

2014 Arrival Dates: June 30, 7 and 14This 4-week program is the perfect blend of the best features of our programs to provide the ultimate experience in educational activities and trips. The highlight of this program is the exciting 12-day trip:• 3 days and nights in King

City (Canada’s Wonderland, Vaughan Mills Super Mall)

• 1 day and night at Niagara Falls• PLUS! 4 days and nights at Bark

Lake and• PLUS! 4 days/ 3 nights in

Eastern Canada (Montreal, Québec City, Ottawa and 1000 Islands in Kingston)

PROGRAM COMPARISONAge group: Junior - ages 9 to 14 Senior - ages 15+

Program Features

Canada Silver3 weeks

Niagara Falls

+Overnight stay and

firewoks

Canada Gold3 weeks

Canada Platinum4 weeks

+Overnight stay with

NASCAR andLaser Tag

Canada’sWonderland

Eastern CanadaTour

CN Tower + Medieval Times Bark Lake

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Sample Daily Schedule

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1WEEK

2WEEK

3WEEK

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2014 Arrival Dates:June 30, 7 and 14

Note: All programs subject to change pending on booking of venues, weather and arrival date of group.Schedule will be finalized after we receive confirmation of group size and arrival date and time.

On the August 5 public holiday, in place of the regular schedule, all campers will participate in the activities at Westfield Heritage Village.

Monday

Testing and Orientation

LunchHamilton City

TourDinnerCinema

ESLLunch

(Activities) Arts and Crafts

DinnerLeisure time/

Sport Activities

ESLLunch


DinnerLeisure time/

Sport Activities

EasternCanada

TourBegins

Depart toAirport

ESLLunch

(Sports)ScienceDinner

Bowling

Bark Lake Leadership & Outdoor Eduacational Centre(Swimming, Indoor Bouldering Cave, Tandem,

Voyageur Canoeing, Kayaking, Beach Volleyball,Leadership Training, High-Ropes, Low Ropes,

Orienteering, etc.)

ESLLunch

Walking Tour ofWestdale and

McMaster University

DinnerWagner’s

Beach

Graduation Lunch

Depart to Niagara Falls

DinnerNiagara at

Night

Toronto City Tour and U of

TorontoSelf-paid LunchToronto Eaton

CentreMedieval Times

Dinner and Tournament

ESLLunch

GraduationDinnerSocial

Networking Time

Canada’s Wonderland

Self-paid lunch*Canada’s

WonderlandSelf-paid dinner*

Canada’s Wonderland

Arrival atCIC Summer

CampResidence

Eastern Tour(Montréal, Ottawa, Québec City, 1000

Islands)

ESLLunch

(Activities) ScienceDinner

Hiking/OutdoorGames at Pier 4

Park

ESLLunch


Air BandTalent Show

ESLLunch


Air BandTalent Show

ESLLunch

(Activities)Computers

DinnerSocial

NetworkingTime

ESLLunch

(Activities)SportsDinner

Mini Golf

Niagara-on--the-lake

LunchNiagara FallsMaid of the

Mist Boat RideDinner

Depart to King City

BrunchMarine Land

Dinner

Depart toHamilton

CN TowerPacked LunchMajor League

Baseball Game at the

Sky Dome Dinner

Vaughan Mills Super Mall

LunchBowling and

Laser TagDinner

Leisure Time

Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday SundayTuesday

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WEEK

1WEEK

2WEEK

3WEEK

1WEEK

2WEEK

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2014 Arrival Dates:June 30, July 7, 14 and 21

2014 Arrival Dates:June 30, July 7, 14 and 21

Monday

Monday


LunchHamilton City

TourDinnerCinema


LunchHamilton City

TourDinnerCinema

ESLLunch


WaterfrontTrolly Tour

ESLLunch


DinnerLeisure time/

Sport Activities

ESLLunch


DinnerLeisure time/

Sport Activities

EasternCanada

TourBegins

Canada’sWonderland

Day Trip(self-paidlunch and

dinner)

ESLLunch


Bowling

ESLLunch


Bowling



Orienteering, etc.)



Orienteering, etc.)

ESLLunch


McMaster University

DinnerWagner’s

Beach

ESLLunch


McMaster University

DinnerWagner’s

Beach









ESLLunch

GraduationDinnerSocial

Networking Time

ESLLunch


DinnerSocial

Networking Time


CampResidence


CampResidence

Eastern Tour(Montréal, Ottawa, Québec City, 1000

Islands)

ESLLunch


Leisure time/Sport Activities

ESLLunch



Park

ESLLunch



Park

GraduationLunch

Dundurn CastleDinner

Pack

ESLLunch


Air BandTalent Show

ESLLunch


Air BandTalent Show

ESLLunch


DinnerSocial

NetworkingTime

ESLLunch


DinnerSocial

NetworkingTime

ESLLunch


Mini Golf

ESLESL

Lunch(Activities)

SportsDinner

Mini Golf

BrunchNiagara Falls

Dinner

BrunchNiagara Falls

Dinner

Depart toHamilton

Depart toAirport



Sky Dome Dinner



Sky Dome Dinner

Wednesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Thursday

Friday

Friday

Saturday

Saturday

Sunday

Sunday

Tuesday

Tuesday

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Leadership Training at Bark Lake

Transportation to and from all activities

Admission fees for all scheduled activities

Columbia T-Shirt, Summer Camp Booklet

Certificate of Completion

English Classes• Small interactive classes of 15 to 20 students• Beginner to advanced English levels• Taught by certified teachers• Language labs for students to practice speaking

and listening skills• Enhance English proficiency in reading, writing,

speaking and listening• 15 to 30 hours per week

Accommodation• Double, triple or quad rooms assigned based on

availability• Secured access to all residences• Personal telephone extension and • voicemail in each room• Ensuite bathrooms or private bathrooms in

common area• Live-in Residence Chaperones conduct nightly

room checks• High speed internet in-school and in-residence

All Programs Include

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Bark Lake Leadership• Nestled on over 700 acres of beachfront property• Accommodations are rustic log cabins, unique to

the Canadian wilderness• Activities taught by enthusiastic certified

instructors• Delicious, fresh meals are served daily• Certified ropes course, canoeing, hiking and

team-building activities

Full-day Trips• Trips to Canadian landmark attractions are

scheduled on Saturdays, Sundays and long-weekend Mondays

• Niagara Falls• CN Tower• Canada’s Wonderland • Medieval Times• Exclusive inside look at Canadian Parliament

Evening ActivitiesThe fun never ends! Students will participate in evening recreational activities and trips:• Cinema• Mini-Putting Golf• Wagner’s Beach• Pizza Parties• Shopping, Hiking and more

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Half-day Activities

Meals

SportsWarm-up drills, dodge ball, basketball drills and volleyball are just a few of the fun sports activities you will engage in at camp. All sports and recreational activities are professionally coordinated so that students of all athletic abilities can participate.

DanceExpress yourself with different dance styles including hip-hop, jazz, zumba, salsa and contemporary dance while experiencing a variety of body movement exercises.

ComputersDiscover and explore the world of computers through building robots, and learning cool editing and presentation techniques using Photoshop®, Prezi and other fun software programs!

• All meals are included on weekdays + School days

• Continental Breakfast is served on early weekend trips; Brunch is served for later trips

• Packed Lunches are provided on early weekend trips

• Dinners and Brunches are all-you-can-eat• 3 self-paid meals to allow students to choose

from many diverse dining options (“2 meals” wonderland trip, “1 meal” Toronto City trip)

ScienceTest the laws of physics by launching plastic bottle rockets and use scientific ways to actually make apple pie and ice cream! Discover the practical, fun – and tasty – side of Science!

ArtsGet in touch with your “artsy-crafty” side in our Arts classes. Under the guidance of Arts instructors you will discover your creative side by creating a fashion show, making face masks, and designing other mementos.

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The Green Team

At our Learn English & Discover Canada Summer Camp, we provide unsurpassed care to all our campers, every day, every session and every moment.

Why? Because, we genuinely care about each and every camper’s experience at camp.

Care in Every MomentThe Green Team provides unsurpassed care to all our campers.Our low staff-to-camper ratio at camp also means that each and every camper enjoys individualized attention.

Meet Diverse NeedsOur Green Team is filled with passionate young adults who are highly trained and devoted to meeting the diverse needs of our campers. They are selected for their abilities, versatility and affection.

Positive Role ModelsThe Green Team serve as positive role models that are attentive to the needs of every camper and provide high quality instruction, guiding the campers to challenge themselves daily.

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Celebrate FIFA World CupBring your flags, jerseys and get ready to scream as we celebrate the 20th FIFA World Cup! Watch the magic on the pitch unfold and cheer on your home team as we host special FIFA viewing parties throughout the summer. All in one rhythm’ / ‘Juntos num só ritmo.

World Cup

A Memorable Experience

• Create universal bonds by making friends from all over the world

• Learn the different cultures of other students and teach them yours

• Gain knowledge, skills and experience that will develop you into a global citizen

Adventure Learn New Skills

Learn English

the Official Mascot of the 2014 FIFA World CupFuleco

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Green Team

Have Fun!Discover Canada

Experience New Cultures

Achieve your Goals

Make New Friends

Class Activities

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