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Last month, Columbia International College opened a new academic facility for ESL students. The new building, named Cedar campus, will be home to our comprehensive ESL program for Canadian and international students with various ESL proficiency levels. (more…)

September offers students many opportunities to participate in fun and rewarding activities. Sports, leadership trips and community service outings  are a few of the things that await students this month. (more…)

Columbia’s University Placement Office (UPO) is dedicated to assisting students with their university applications and career planning. (more…)

“The best path to career success for Ontario students is still a university degree.” — 2014 Graduate Survey A recent survey by the Government of Ontario’s Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities has concluded that a university degree leads to well-paying jobs in relevant fields of study. Two years after graduating from an undergraduate program, almost 94 percent of graduated are employed…

Today Columbia International College is welcoming its youngest students and their parents to campus as they host the Junior Middle School’s (JMS) registration and orientation day. Students and parents will meet members of Columbia’s executive staff as well as teachers and support staff in both the Maple and Ainsliewood building. This is a great opportunity to learn about the services available in…

With students now settled into their classroom schedules they can add a little fun into their daily routines as they begin to participate in their favourite clubs and extracurricular activities. Yesterday, the Student Development department held a Club Information session in the Ainsliewood gym to introduce students to the clubs and activities offered at Columbia. Students browsed the booths of over 70…

A small addition has been made to the Ainsliewood building – a new bike rack. Installed earlier this week, the new bike rack is now located at the front of the Ainsliewood building. The new location is conveniently situated in front of the Campus Safety Office for the safety and convenience of Columbia’s students and staff. (more…)

Community involvement is an important part of student life at Columbia International College (CIC). We encourage our students to give back to the community by volunteering with various organizations and groups across the City of Hamilton. Throughout the year, students are able to take part in fun and rewarding community service trips that allow them to better understand issues facing…

Columbia International College is looking for a dynamic group of students who are interested in playing a vital role in the school community to fill Executive Student Leadership roles. Members of the Executive Student Leadership team will be responsible for promoting character and leadership throughout the school. (more…)

Are you looking for a challenging and unique opportunity? Do you want to achieve personal goals in community service, skills, fitness, and adventure? If so, consider participating in the Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Level Award program. (more…)