Next week Columbia students will be taking part in the school’s annual Terry Fox Walk-a-thon. On September 30th, students will walk from Hamilton’s Pier 4 to the Ainsliewood building to honour Terry and to raise funds for cancer research. In participating, students learn about Terry Fox and his journey,  and gain a better understanding of the importance of helping others…

Earlier this week, Columbia welcomed its newest ESL students to our school and to Hamilton by holding information sessions during Transition Day. Held at our new Cedar building, the daylong event presented students with important information of student life as well as familiarizing them with the school’s many resources. (more…)

Over the next few months, Columbia will welcome university representatives from post-secondary institutions across Canada to its campus as the fall university visit program begins. From September to December, university representatives will hold information sessions and will be available to speak with students one-on-one. The information sessions, organized by the University Placement Office (UPO), are the best way for students to explore prospective…

Columbia’s leadership teams are preparing to visit our Outdoor Leadership Education Centre, Bark Lake. Later today, students from our four school Prefect leadership teams – Service Prefects, Athletic Prefects, Residence Activity Prefects, and Student Council – will depart for a four day leadership retreat. (more…)

The Guidance Department is reminding students of important upcoming dates in September and October: September 15 - Progress Report /Mid Term Reports / Final Reports 14-18 (70% Fee Deferral )-Students can withdraw from a course and defer 70% of the balance tuition fee. Refer the fee deferral policy. 18 - Last day to withdraw from a 8-week course with no mark shown. 21-25 - Full ASEP…

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…