Summer Camp
Welcome to Columbia International College’s Summer Camp
A complete learning, skill-building and cultural adventure in Canada!
With over 30 years of summer camp experience and a 45-year history of educational excellence, Columbia International College delivers a fun, safe, and enriching program that goes far beyond the classroom.
Campers enjoy a memorable blend of English learning, leadership development, exciting excursions, and international friendships. You can be confident that your time at CIC Summer Camp will be unforgettable, rewarding, and full of new discoveries!
A Total Learning Experience
Improve your English proficiency in a supportive, immersive environment
Develop leadership and teamwork skills through engaging group challenges
Explore Canada’s most iconic attractions and natural beauty
Build lasting friendships with peers from around the world
Discover Canada
Experience Canadian culture while discovering unique Canadian attractions like:
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CN Tower
Experience an eye-opening new perspective on the most spectacular views in Toronto at the CN Tower. Our campers can walk on the glass floor located 1,122 feet above ground!
Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada
Travel on moving glide paths and come face-to-face with thousands of fascinating sea creatures, everything from barracudas, to rays, to jellyfish, octopi, moray eels and giant sharks!
Niagara Falls
View Niagara Falls up close on the Voyage to the Falls Boat Tour! It also offers our campers an incredible range of entertainment and restaurants.
Canada’s Wonderland
70+ thrilling attractions for you! Take a ride on the World’s Tallest, Longest and Fastest Dive Coaster: the Yukon Striker.
4-Day Eastern Canada Tour: Quebec City
A beautiful historic city that’s genuinely fun to explore, with cafés, shops, and photo-worthy streets around every corner.
4-Day Eastern Canada Tour: Montreal
A vibrant city with amazing food and cool neighbourhoods to explore. La Grande Roue is a must-do in the old Port for big views and great photos.
4-Day Eastern Canada Tour: Ottawa
See where Canada’s government meets on Parliament Hill -beautiful architecture, big history, and great views.
What to Expect
English for Academic Purposes
- Experiential Learning components
- Fun and Engaging Classes
- Workbook to bring home
University Visits
- University of Toronto
- McMaster University
Exciting School Events
- CIC Talent Show
- Water Games Day
- Half Day Trips
- Evening Activities
Team Development and Leadership Program
- Climbing
- Field Initiatives
- Bonfire
Mutiple Activity Themes
- Music
- Robotics
- Arts & Crafts
- Sports
- Cooking
Choose Your Program
Bronze Program
2 Weeks
- Hamilton City Tour & McMaster Tour
- CN Tower
- Ripley's Aquarium
- Niagrara Falls
- Voyage to the Falls Boat Tour
- Activate Interactive Game
- Shopping Mall
- Talent Show
- Water Games Day
- Movie at Theater
- Bowling
- Go Karts
Silver Program
3 Weeks
- Hamilton City Tour & McMaster Tour
- CN Tower
- Ripley's Aquarium
- Niagrara Falls
- Voyage to the Falls Boat Tour
- Activate Interactive Game
- Shopping Mall
- Talent Show
- Water Games Day
- Movie at Theater
- Bowling
- Go Karts
Gold Program
3 Weeks with Eastern Canada Tour
- CN Tower
- Ripley's Aquarium
- Niagrara Falls
- Voyage to the Falls Boat Tour
- Activate Interactive Game
- Shopping Mall
- Talent Show
- Water Games Day
- Movie at Theater
- Bowling
- Hamilton City Tour & McMaster Tour
- 4-Day Eastern Canada Tour
- Royal Ontario Museum
- Canada'a Wonderland
- Ti-Caats Game (Football)
- Team Developments and Leadership Program
STEM Program
3 Weeks with STEM
- 5-day McMaster University STEM immersion
- English and academic perparation at CIC
- Niagrara Falls
- CN Tower
- Ripley's Aquarium
- Royal Ontario Museum
- Canada'a Wonderland
- Ti-Caats Game (Football)
- Team Developments and Leadership Program
- Extendend cultural immersion and academic enrichment
2027 Arrival & Departure Dates
| July 4 Start | July 11 Start | July 18 Start | July 25 Start | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze (2 - week) | July 4 - 17 | July 11 - 24 | July 18 - 31 | July 25 - Aug 7 |
| Silver (3 - week) | July 4 - 24 | July 11 - 31 | July 18 - Aug 7 | |
| Gold (3 - week) | July 4 - 24 | July 11 - 31 | July 18 -Aug 7 | |
| CIC x McMaster STEM (3 - week) | July 4 - 24 | July 11 - 31 |
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Commitment to Safety in a School and Residence Setting
Hamilton’s Safe Spirit
- The City of Hamilton, located 45 minutes west of Toronto, is known for being a very safe city.
- Columbia International College has a very safe living and learning campus environment.
- Safety and security measures are set up with the young international students in mind.
Quality Care and Comfort
- Clinics are conveniently located in our school and residences. Nurses visit the residences daily, including weekends, to ensure students’ good health.
Friendship & Personal Growth Opportunities
- Our summer camps usually play host to campers from 10+ nationalities worldwide.
- Every camper comes to Columbia International College with the expectation of cultivating friendships with fellow campers.
- From Orientation to Graduation and from Sports to Talent shows, in school and residence, every camper finds the opportunity to discover their passion and strengthen their independent living skills.
Where You'll live:
Comfortable and Secure
Apply Today!
Step 1
Download the Application Form.
Step 2
Complete the Application Form.
Step 3
Email the completed application form to summer.camp@cic-totalcare.com
What Happens After You Apply
- You will receive an invoice, and documents to review and sign, once your application is accepted.
- Email back the completed documents, and proof of payment.
- Once we have received the payment and all documents, you will receive an Acceptance Package, including: Letter of Acceptance, Receipt, and Custodianship Declaration Form.
- Get the Custodianship Declaration Form notarized, and email us a copy.
What to do After You Receive Your Acceptance Package
- Apply for your Canadian Visitor Visa as soon as possible.
- Purchase your flight tickets, and email us your flight information.
- Let us know when you get your Visa.
- Start packing and get ready for a fun-filled summer at CIC!
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