| HOLIDAYS 2010 |
| January 1 |
New Year's Day |
| February 15 |
Family Day |
| March 14 |
Daylight Savings Time begins |
| April 2 |
Good Friday |
| April 4 and 5 |
Easter Sunday and Monday |
| May 24 |
Victoria Day |
| July 1 |
Canada Day |
| August 2 |
Civic Holiday |
| September 6 |
Labour Day |
| October 11 |
Thangsgiving Day |
| November 7 |
Daylight Savings Time ends |
| December 25 |
Christmas Day |
| December 31 |
New Year's Eve |
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| Social and Cultural Activities |
WINTER 2010 View our Events Calendar
SKI or SNOWBOARD AT CAMP FORTUNE DURING YOUR BREAK!
The trip is scheduled for Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Tickets will be on sale on February 1, 2010
If you are interested in skiing, the cost of the ticket is as follows:
$10 for Ski rental
Extra $14 for lift pass
Extra $10 for lesson with instructor
If you are interested in snowboarding, the cost of the ticket will include:
$15
Extra $14 for lift pass
Extra $10 for lesson with instructor
- You can purchase your ticket in the International Education Centre, Room C429, anytime from February 1, 2010 to February 15, 2010.
- Transportation from Algonquin College to Camp Fortune and from Camp Fortune to Algonquin College is included with the cost of the ticket.
- The bus will depart at 8:30 a.m. from Algonquin College to Camp Fortune and will depart from Camp Fortune at 3:30 p.m. to return to Algonquin College.
The Haunting Season 2008 (Saunders Farm)
The International Education Centre at Algonquin College hosted 60 students for The Haunting Season 2008 at Saunders Farm, a famous local attraction in the Ottawa area. The event, which ran on the evening of October 30th, included the Haunted Hayride, the Barn of Terror, and the Field of Screams.
“The students loved it.” said Academic Student Advisor Michelle Cameron. “The attractions at Saunders Farm are meant to scare their guests, and they certainly do a good job of that.”
Because the event was so successful this year, plans are already under way to do this same event next Halloween.
For more information on Saunders Farm, including video of the feature attractions, please visit their website at http://www.saundersfarm.com/pages/attractions.htm
International Students Enjoy Night at the Ballpark!
The International Education Centre hosted the 1st annual Ottawa Rapidz Baseball Night at the Ottawa Baseball Stadium on August 20th, 2008. Twenty eight International students boarded a bus at the main entrance of Algonquin College which took them to the Ottawa Baseball Stadium for a game between the Nashua Pride and our own Ottawa Rapidz.
The weather was perfect for the 7:05pm start time. The baseball game, a first for most of the students, was a fun learning experience. Not only did they enjoy the game, but they got to see the Rapidz Dancers and meet Rookie, the mascot!
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| FREE WORKSHOPS for International Students |
The International Education Centre organizes FREE Workshops on:
- Presentation about US Visas - to be announced
A US Embassy representative will give a presentation about US Visas. If you want to visit the United States or plan to apply for a US Visa sometime in the future, it is recommended that you attend this presentation as it will provide you with information that will help you when you apply for a US Visa.
US Embassy Presentation
TBA
- Income Tax Presentation - to be announced
Income Tax representatives will give a free presentation to International Students about filing income tax in Canada.
Income Tax Presentation
March 16, 2010.
Time: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Room : B132
March 18, 2010.
Time: 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Room: C047
We hope to see you there. Please contact Alicia George for more information.
- Off-campus Work Permit Workshop - to be announced
International students who successfully complete six months of full-time academic study, out of the previous 12 months, and who hold a GPA (grade point average) of 2.5 or higher for the most recent semester, are eligible to apply for an off-campus work permit.
- TRV (Temporary Resident Visa) workshop - to be announced
You will require a TRV if you are planning to leave Canada and return and are a citizen from one of the countries listed at this web site:
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/visas.asp
We will discuss what the TRV is, what is required for the application, where to send the application and other related topics.We will provide the application form and instruction sheet at this workshop.
Please note that International students registered in the ESL program are not eligible for the off-campus work permit.
For the most up-to-date information about CIC, please visit their web site at: www.cic.gc.ca or call them at 1-888-242-2100 (toll free if calling within Canada).
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The International Education Centre (IEC) will be running a series of free workshops for International students in the Fall semester. The workshops are designed to help International students become accustomed to Canadian teaching styles and methods for improving study habits.
The workshop topics include:
Wednesday, January 20, 5-7pm, Plagiarism
Wednesday, January 27, 5-7pm, Presenting in Front of Peers
Wednesday, February 3, 5-7pm, Exam Preparation
Wednesday, February 10, 5-7pm, Referencing and Documentation
Wednesday, March 3, 5-7pm Stress and Time Management
Wednesday, March 10, 5-7pm, Differences in Education System
To register, simply send an email to wheatlm@algonquincollege.com or visit the IEC office in C429.
New students to Algonquin College will also have the opportunity to sign up for these workshops at the International Student Orientation on September 4, 2009 (11am-3pm).
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| INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC STUDENT ORIENTATION |
The International Academic Student Orientation is for all new International students going into an academic program of study. The orientation will give you an opportunity to make new friends. You will learn about the Algonquin Student ID card, transportation in Ottawa, Counselling and Peer Tutoring services, the International Student Club (ISC), Citizenship and Immigration Canada issues, English 1 for International, as well as many other topics you will find useful while attending Algonquin College here in Ottawa, Canada’s capital!
Orientation for Academic Programs - Monday, January 4, 2010
Orientation for ESL
Please note that there will be a special orientation day for new ESL students on
Monday January 4, 2010 from 10:00am - 12:00pm
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| INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALGONQUIN STUDENTS WORKSHOP |
Being an Algonquin Student does not limit you to the Algonquin Campus! Find out what International Opportunities are available to Algonquin Students and how to get involved!
Everyone is welcome to attend. For more info contact Matt Wheatley at ext 7037.
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| SOCCER REGISTRATION |
If you are interested in registering for a soccer team at Algonquin College, please complete the form and return it to the Athletics Centre in room A121 as quickly as possible. You must have 10 students registered and submit a $50 fee per team. Game availability is Tuesdays (12 noon to 6:00 p.m.) in the gym and Thursdays (12 noon to 6:00 p.m.) in the Dome. To create a soccer team, simply complete the attached form , include 10 team members as well as the $50 fee. Males and females are welcome.
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