Author: Harvey Jiang
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COVID-19 UPDATES (OCT 30 TO NOV 5)
European countries are returning to more strict restrictions due to the significant increase of cases in the continent. The goal is to control the spread of Covid that has been overwhelming the health care systems with the arrival of the second wave. New lockdown measures were approved in England and restrictions were put in place…
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Covid-19 Updates (Oct 30 to Nov 5)
European countries are returning to more strict restrictions due to the significant increase of cases in the continent. The goal is to control the spread of Covid that has been overwhelming the health care systems with the arrival of the second wave. New lockdown measures were approved in England and restrictions were put in place…
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CIC’s Safety Protocols Exceed Required Standards
Masks, temperature check, screening survey, deep cleaning, quarantine, no visitors policy, cohorting and many other safety protocols are implemented at CIC to protect students and staff beyond the requirements of Public Health. At CIC, we have a Safe School Committee that meets weekly to review the Health and Safety protocols and new developments of the…
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November IELTS Workshop
Students can achieve higher IELTS scores by joining Workshops offered at CIC. Modules focus on Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking and include mock tests for accurate practice. Conveniently scheduled after school, IELTS Workshops are comprehensive and material covers all four skills (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking), as well as mock and practice tests. See November…
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In-person Learning at CIC Offers Fun and Friendship
Student considers the academic atmosphere, interaction with teachers, and deeper connections with friends the highlights of her experience at CIC. Elina came to CIC in Grade 7 as part of the Junior Middle School program. She is now in Grade 9 and enjoys seeing and connecting with her friends every day in class, after school,…
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Covid-19 Updates (October 23 to 29)
The weekly new cases average in the City of Hamilton dropped from 21 to 19 reported cases. This is the second consecutive week with a decrease in new cases average in the city. Almost a Quarter of Canadian Population Has Been Tested for Covid Almost 25% of the Canadian population has been tested for Covid-19…
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Cooking Classes Promote Teamwork & Friendship
The “Learn to Cook” series is held in the Students Culinary Center (school) every Monday and at times in Residence. It has been an excellent opportunity for many CIC students to learn essential life skills, share their passion for cooking, and connect through food. Students work as a team to prepare the ingredients according to…
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Successful Journey from ESL to Academic
When Jade arrived at CIC in 2019, she was not confident in her English abilities. “I could not understand instructions in English.” She was glad to have orientation in her own language when she arrived. Jade started at ESLAO, the first level of our English as a Second Language program. Jade said her teachers contributed…
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COVID-19: Border and Immigration Updates (Oct 16 – 22)
Canada has reopened its border to international students. This means that our online students can apply for an Entry Visa and Study Permit to join us at our Hamilton Campus for our upcoming semester starting in January 2021, or anytime they can travel. Columbia international College has submitted an application to be on the DLI…
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Flu Shots Available to Protect our Students and Staff at CIC
CIC Medical team is offering free flu vaccines for students and staff on site. With flu season upon us, we would like to prevent it in the CIC community. Participating Students were called according to their classroom capacity and received the flu vaccine at prearranged times. Starting this week, students who have missed the prearranged…