Congratulations to the students of Columbia International College who participated in the Terry Fox School Run. CIC placed 13th in the secondary division on the Terry Fox Foundation's 'Top 50 Fundraisers of 2018' listing! With more than 4,200 Ontario schools raising over $7 million for the Terry Fox Foundation, CIC students raised $16,843.41! Terry Fox (July 28, 1958 - June…
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On December 8, 2018, 16 CIC students and 2 staff members, Columbia International College embarked on a ME to WE overseas trip to Quito, Ecuador. The purpose of the trip was to give students an immersive cultural experience abroad that will help them learn how their privilege (by coming from developed areas) can help others who are not as fortunate.…
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On Friday, November 16th, Columbia presented its second annual “Arts in Unison” showcase, composed of dramas, music performances and digital shorts. This acclaimed project is a collaboration amongst students from Grade 11 and 12 drama and vocal classes, as well as the school band. All props and backdrops were designed by volunteers from the visual arts class. The showcase featured:…
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This past weekend (November 2-4), we hosted the second annual Columbia International College Model United Nations Conference. We were very honoured to have The United Nations Association in Canada (UNAC) co-organize this conference for the Columbia International College students and for our partner school Columbia International School from Taiwan. Eight students from our partner school in Taiwan came to participate…
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Last night (April 24), Student Development hosted an appreciation dinner for all the hard work the executive student leaders put into this past winter semester. The evening started with appetizers and mingling as the students were able to enjoy the food from Sodexo. Before dinner, the students were presented the nominees for valedictorian and had the responsibility of voting. An…
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March is coming! It could be warm and breezy today and bone-chilling tomorrow. So, we'd remind all the students to dress for the weather, eat well and keep fit. Aside form your regular routines, the Student Development Office is offering a slew of exciting activities in March - community service, sports, special meals, movies... Each day will be packed full…
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It's late February now and university offers are arriving in a matter of just weeks! Many students will be facing a pleasant challenge: to pick one from multiple offers. In order to help them make the final choice, the University Placement Office (UPO) have arranged an array of university tours in March and April. University of Ontario Institute of Technology，Saturday,…
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Halloween Costume Contest CIC staff and students embraced the Halloween spirit by dressing in costumes for the day! Students were not afraid to show off their creativity with their costumes, as they bravely competed in the Halloween Contest. Results will be posted by the student council next week. Take a look at the pictures below to judge for yourself! What…
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A note from Steve Saunders (Principal, Columbia International College): This past weekend (October 28), we hosted the first ever Columbia International College Model United Nations Conference. We were very honoured to have The United Nations Association in Canada (UNAC) organize this conference exclusively for Columbia International College students. This conference was an great opportunity for the Model United Nations Team…
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Halloween Dance: October 27 The annual CIC Halloween Dance hosted by Student Development, took place on Friday October 27th in the Ainsliewood Gym. Students showed up in full costume to dance the night away! This was a great opportunity for students to get in the Halloween spirit and make new friends in a fun environment. Halloween Pictures from the Photo…
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