Toronto Summer Memory Book KGIC 2008

Summer Memoirs 2008TorontoSUMMER RESIDENCE PROGRAM

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ContentsThank you from Program Coordinator ......... 5

Reflections; Teacher’s Notes ......................... 7

First Impressions of Canada ......................... 9

Residence at Seneca College .........................11

Learning English in my Classes .................... 13

Meeting Friends in Canada ........................... 15

CN Tower ..................................................... 17

Niagara Falls ................................................. 21

Canada’s Wonderland ................................... 25

Outdoor Activities ........................................ 29

Farewell Ceremonies ..................................... 37

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“I cannot forget all the memories and enjoyable experiences...thank you for an amazing summer.”


staff to interact and learn from one another. Every student brought with them a unique set of views, opinions, and knowl-edge, which functioned to create an atmosphere of acceptance and understanding within the group.

The days were full of learning—not only in class, but outside of class as well. The students learned more perhaps outside, on field trips, interacting with others, and living with one another. Through the smiles and happiness we witnessed on the students’ faces, I truly believe that they all learned way beyond KGIC’s built-in curriculum.

I cannot forget all the memories and enjoyable experiences; camping under the unexpected rain, the tearful graduation and farewell ceremonies, KGIC Summer Camp songs that the students wrote, creative art work like the Island Project, skits on camping night, academic learning in class and workshops, rides at Wonderland, and even waiting for dawdling students in the shopping malls.

I want to give a special thanks to the group leaders, Frank from Mexico and Beatriz from Spain who have supported KGIC staff and students throughout the way.

Overall, we all made KGIC Summer Residence Camp academic and fun! I believe that each and every student and staff has enjoyed their experience here at KGIC Toronto Summer Resi-dence Program and took a little bit of Canadian culture back home. Thank you for an amazing summer! See you all in 2009!

Sarah LeeSummer Residence Program Coordinator

KING GEORGE INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE

As a camp coordinator of KGIC’s 2008 Summer Residence Program, I want to thank all campers and staff for the amazing and enjoyable experience we shared.

Living together at the residence among such a diverse group of individuals provided an excellent opportunity for both students and

"In KGIC, all the activities are wonderful, because all

students and teachers work together”

- Débora Oerasda Ponte

My experience as a teacher and counsellor at KGIC’s Toronto Summer Residence Program will always be very special to me. It was won-derful to meet and teach students from around the world who are eager to embrace Canada - the beauty, the English language, and the culture. It’s hard to hold your own excitement when you see them cheer for a winning base-ball game, work together to create a beautiful art project or see their faces light up when they understand a language concept in the classroom. As time passed, I saw friendships develop between the students as their love of Canada continued to grow, even through rainy camping nights. In retrospect, I have learned a lot from both the students and staff alike, from spending time with them. I’ll never forget this memorable and fun summer! THANK YOU KGIC!

Carisa Wu

Working at KGIC’s 2008 summer camp has been an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Being around the kids was a reward in itself as the diverse mix of cultures taught us all a bit about each nationality while at the same time we had the pleasure of showing them Canadian culture.

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First Impressions ofCanada

“I think (Canada) is a beautiful country, it’s big and green. During the travel from the airport to

the college I thought that all the people were very polite and the streets are very clean”

- Francesca Voa

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CANADA is a country occupying most of North America, extending from the Atlantic Ocean in the east, to the Pacifi c Ocean in the west.

Comprised of 10 provinces and 3 territories, Canada is a bilingual and multicultural country. It has a diverse economy which is reliant on its rich and abundant natural resources.

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“Canada is beautiful”

“My fi rst impressions of Canada was beautiful. I like it because it is green and people in Canada are very friendly. Th ere are lots of fl owers and trees.” - Burçak Kök

“When I fi rst arrived in Canada, my fi rst impression was it is a beautiful place, and the people are very friendly.” - Inma Mir Cereza

“Canada is beautiful, has beautiful landscapes and the people are kind.” - Jocelyn Olivares Gonzalez

“...people (in Canada) are extremely nice and kind. I was shocked by the beautiful and green landscapes, the pine trees... bright colored fl owers and the maple trees” - Priscila Gonzalez Rodriguez


King Campus is located in the township of King City which is a prosperous and vibrant

community located 20 minutes outside of Toronto. King City features some of the

most picturesque countryside in Ontario. Th e campus features a sports fi eld, cafeteria,

internet lounge, hiking trails and a nearby lake with life guard services.

Residence suites feature private bedrooms, a private kitchenette with a microwave, fridge,

and a washroom.


“In this College there are students from all over the world”

- Virginia Chimenti

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n this College there are students “In“My Classes

"I like interacting with other students, because I learn from other cultures and make more friends" -Inma Mir Cereza

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Meeting Friends

“I will never forget this experience”- Debora Oerasda Ponte


The summer camp was so fun, I met people from various nationalities and we did a cultural exchange... Camp Summer was a really good experience for me.- Dina Mota I have made a lot of friends from many countries because all came from a diff erent country, tradition and more, I like it.- Dariel Torres

I have been to another camp in England, but KGIC is better than England. Here is so funny =) - Ipek Eraslanso funny =) - Ipek Eraslan

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CN Tower“Canada’s Wonder of the World”

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I loved the CN Tower which was so tall and amazing,

the glass floor is super unbelievable”- Priscila Gonzalez Rodriguez

An Elevated Experience

Defining the Toronto skyline, the CN Tower is one of Canada’s most recogniz-able and celebrated icons. At a soaring height of 553.33m (1,815 ft., 5 inches), it is Canada’s National Tower, the world’s tallest freestanding structure, an important telecommunications hub, and the centre of tourism in Toronto.

Niagara FallsThe Natural Phenomenon


A natural phenomenon second in size only to

Victoria Falls in Africa, Niagara Falls sees between

four and six millions cubic feet of water go over

its crest every minute. Niagara Falls is 188 feet

(57 meters) high, with the deepest section of the

Niagara River just at their base-going down 170

feet (52 meters).

THIS PAGE AND OPPOSITE The histori-cal ride, Maid of the Mist is a half hour thrill of a lifetime! It is North America’s oldest tourist attraction, and millions of visitors have enjoyed the boat tours since 1846.

Niagara Falls

In 1846, the fi rst Maid of the Mist steamboat operation began. Th e original, coal fi red boat was later replaced with steel, diesel-powered ships, capable of carrying 300 to 600 passengers per trip. Th e present Maids – there have been seven boats in total - carry thousands of passengers each year, taking them on an amazing, unforgettable trip. Th e boat starts off at a calm part of the Niagara River, near the Rainbow Bridge, and takes its passengers past the American and Bridal Veil Falls, then into the dense mist of spray inside the curve of the Horseshoe Falls.


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Canada’s Wonderland

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Thrill of a Lifetime

Canada’s Wonderland is Canada’s premier amusement park. It fea-tures over 200 attractions, more than 65 exciting rides, North America’s greatest variety of roll-er coasters, and Splash Works, a 20-acre water park.

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“I learned something not only studying but playing too, and it’s great!”

Virginia Chimenti

KGIC Summer 2008

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