Columbia International College

Author: Harvey Jiang

  • October Brings University Visits and Workshops to Help Students Prepare

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    CIC University Placement Office is bringing many Canadian and American Universities to CIC students this month. Virtual and In-person visits will be available for students to learn more about each university, programs and the application process.  Students will receive an email with the Zoom link to attend Virtual University Visits. For the in-person visits on October 25…

  • CIC Students Enjoyed a Boat Ride in Niagara Falls

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    This week’s trip to Niagara Falls was the safest and most delightful way to experience the breathtaking natural wonder up close!   – Chartered boat tour exclusively for CIC students – CIC staff sanitizing and disinfecting the boat railings – School bus transportation between residence and Niagara Falls  Thanks to the Student Leadership Development Office…

  • Student Leaders Host Games Day at CIC

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    Student Leadership groups will host a Games Day this Friday! The activity has been planned and will be coordinated by CIC students who have been accepted into the school’s Residence Leadership team, Student Council and Athletics Council. The idea is to promote a fun day for all students on campus where they can mingle, play, and interact with friends and staff!  On…

  • CIC Launches Contact Tracing Tool

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    CIC has introduced REACH App to all students and staff. All are required to use their phone to scan tags or QR codes around the school building which checks them in at various locations. Contact Tracing Reports will be accessed by Security Management, only in the event of a positive case of COVID-19. Student safety and well-being are at the heart of Total Care…

  • Welcome Olympics Closing with Smiles and Treats

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    After seven days of fun games and activities, CIC’s Welcome Olympics come to an end with prizes, funnel cake & ice cream, and lots of new friendships. New and returning students participated with their teams in two rounds of activities per day where they had a chance to mingle with other teams, work together, and…

  • Lots of Clubs and Activities Await Students

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    Meaningful extracurricular activities will be offered to CIC students this fall. Teacher-led clubs will start running on August 25. Students, based on their interests, will take part in defining which activities will be running. During their first week of classes, all students will select their preferred activities. On the second week, Club Sign-up will take place.  At CIC we believe in experiences that go beyond the classroom…

  • CIC Summer Camp Finished on University of Toronto Campus

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    Harvey Jiang
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    CIC and University of Toronto delivered an exclusive Summer Camp program to CIC students living in Residence during the summer. During the Global Citizenship Challenge program, CIC students:  had lessons with University of Toronto professors  had a practical component to apply their knowledge  received their program certificate at the University’s St. George campus  Sixteen CIC students have successfully completed the Global Citizenship Challenge (GCC) co-hosted by the University of Toronto and CIC.  The program was an intensive experience in team-building and problem solving for motivated students…

  • COVID-19 Vaccination Required to Live in CIC Residence

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    The objective of this new policy is to keep ALL CIC STUDENTS in a safe bubble. CIC maintains the highest safety protocols for all in-person activities at school and in residences, which includes classes, meals times, trips, sports, clubs, events and other activities.  To continue to maintain our safe bubble, students will need to be vaccinated before moving into our residences.  Vaccine Available to All CIC Students   CIC has been officially authorized by Hamilton Public Health to administer COVID vaccine to all students (12+), staff and their immediate families, free…

  • Fun-filled Orientation to Promote Friendship

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    Plenty of opportunities are planned for new and returning students to connect with peers and make new friends! As soon as quarantine is over, CIC students living in Residence will join a Welcome Barbecue, Games Day, Niagara Falls, Adventure Trip and a 2-week School-Wide Olympics! The Total Care team is ready to roll out the events starting…

  • Canadian Border Reopening on Sept. 7, 2021 for Fully Vaccinated Travellers

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    Following the easing of restrictions to Americans starting August 9th, Canada will widely reopen its border for vaccinated international travellers on September 7, 2021. As of August 9th the 3-night hotel quarantine will be eliminated for all travellers.   The Canadian Government announced on Monday, July 19th, the plan to reopen the border to international travellers.  All travellers are still required to have negative COVID tests 72 hours prior to boarding.    Fully vaccinated travellers – including our CIC parents – meeting requirements (see below section B – To be considered fully vaccinated) will be exempted from 14 days…