Movember is back at Columbia International College! Throughout the month of November, Columbia’s staff and students will be joining forces to participate in Movember – a campaign which raises funds and awareness for men’s health issues, including prostate and testicular cancer, mental health, and physical inactivity. (more…)

November is an exciting month at Columbia as there are endless opportunities to pursue new interests, make new friends and explore the community at large. Columbia’s November activity schedule offers students the chance to participate in every aspect of school life. Students are strongly encouraged to join all activities. (more…)

Columbia International College is organizing a day dedicated to literacy as students prepare to write the OSSLT – Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test. On Monday, November 9th, the school will encourage and promote literacy by holding Literacy Day. (more…)

Relay for Life is returning to Columbia! Our Student Development (SD) Department is challenging one another to an exciting and fun Relay for Life event in coordination with the Canadian Cancer Society. On November 14th, the male or female SD members will cut off their hair to raise money for, and to support, cancer research. (more…)

The YELT test – York English Language Test - is coming to CIC! On November 28, York University will administer the YELT test at Columbia. The test will determine if those applying to York will require additional ESL courses when they begin their first year of study.  The test will assess English reading and writing comprehension as well as English speaking…

This past week, Columbia’s Character Team was working hard to inspire and motivate their peers during the school’s annual Character Week. Each day highlighted a different character trait and students were invited to participate in activities related to the day’s theme. Among the traits celebrated were responsibility, caring, peaceful and positive conflict resolution, inclusiveness, and perseverance. (more…)

Columbia International College’s Guidance Department is preparing students for their upcoming winter semester by holding course confirmation information sessions throughout October and the first week of November. Guidance Counsellors will visit each homeroom class between October 27th to 29th to ensure students have the opportunity to ask questions about courses and verify prerequisites for university programs. (more…)

A former Columbia International College student is making a name for himself by becoming a multifaceted entrepreneur and author. Sultan Moni, a 2014 graduate from the United Arab Emirates, recently released his debut novel Let the Heart Beat. The young adult fiction novel is about overcoming adversity. The book’s synopsis on Moni’s website reads as follows: (more…)

Executive Student Leadership positions for the Winter 2016 semester are now available! Columbia’s is seeking students who are interested in playing an important role in student life.  Student leaders will act as role models and promote and exemplify Columbia’s 10 Character traits, such as honesty, integrity and respect. They will also be responsible for organizing and preparing a variety of…

The University Placement Office (UPO) is giving students the opportunity to visit university campuses across Ontario. Students can sign up to attend one of three weekend trips currently planned UPO. The trips are a great resource for students who are in the initial stages of their university applications as it will give them an inside look into university life and…