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CISS Toronto
The CISS Toronto programme is newly located to take place at Whitney Hall on University College, part of the University of Toronto’s St. George Campus in downtown Toronto. We are within easy walking distance to museums, art galleries, and world-class shopping. Single and double rooms with full staff supervision make this the ideal programme for students seeking a secure urban learning environment. CISS Toronto offers 20 hours of English lessons per week, or, students with a passion for change may choose to take part in our Global Leadership course. All courses are combined with an excursion package designed to showcase the best Toronto attractions.
CISS Toronto
Key Facts
Location
Downtown Toronto
Ages
12-17 years, boys and girls
Course Options
General English, Global Leadership and Summer Course for High School Credit
Session Length
2, 3, and 4-week sessions
Accommodation
Single or Double residence rooms
Weekly Hours
20 Hours per week
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Programme Options
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The General English + Activity option is the ideal choice for international summer students who want to improve their English. With this option, students receive 10 hours of English as a Second Language (ESL) lessons per week. This includes classroom instruction in speaking, listening, reading and writing, with a focus on helping students of all proficiency levels to improve in their fluency and accuracy of speech.
English lessons comprise two of the five daily periods. You can then choose different land, water, or art activities to fill the remaining two or three periods.
General English
Daily Schedule: 20 hours per week
English Proficiency: All levels Accepted
Learn English in a true University setting! CISS Toronto is proud to offer a comprehensive ESL programme including 20 hours of lessons per week. This option provides classroom instruction in speaking, listening, reading and writing, with a focus on helping students of all proficiency levels to improve their fluency and accuracy of speech. The general English experience is the choice for most international summer students and is augmented by evening language workshops that feature interactive activities that bring classroom learning to real-life situations.
Global Leadership
Daily Schedule: 20 hours per week
English Proficiency: Intermediate to Advanced (IELTS 4.0+)
This course is designed to provide youth aged 12-17 with the essential foundations to become better leaders in an ever-changing world. In-class lessons are taught by expert staff with a focus on providing students with essential communication, leadership, and decision-making skills. These competencies are further enhanced by specialized workshops – each with a different subject focus. Leadership skills come to life when students discuss their ability to take positive action not only at local and global community levels but within their immediate community at their programme campus as well. The course concludes with students making public presentations on action plans for projects they will pursue when they return home.
Learn more about the Global Leadership programme.
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Facilities
The ideal place to spend your summer in Toronto! Our downtown location puts the city right at your doorstep. Just south of the famous neighbourhood of Yorkville, you are a short walk to Yonge Street, coffee shops, stores and so much more. Although located right downtown, the campus is extremely secure, providing young teens with a safe living environment. Located on the same campus is a dining hall, featuring buffet style meals featuring a variety of healthy food choices. Students will also enjoy relaxing in the student lounges or taking advantage of the beautiful outdoor spaces. WiFi is available throughout the campus.
Facilities Include:
Large classrooms
Historic dining hall
Full WiFi access
Athletic centre (within walking distance)
Coffee houses, shops, boutiques and shopping centres surround the campus
Medical centre/hospitals within 1 km
You will have either a single room or share a double room in a university residence with another student attending this programme. Students are separated within the residence by gender. Each room has 1 or 2 individual beds, desks, chairs, dressers and/or wardrobes. All bed linens are provided, along with a bath towel. Students must bring their toiletries. There are laundry machines available for use free of charge in the residence – we provide laundry detergent. Shared washrooms and shower facilities are located on every floor. Safety is our priority so our staff live in the same residence, providing full supervision.
We provide you with three meals daily. All meals are served buffet style in the large, historical dining hall and offer several choices. Food is prepared on-site by professional staff and meet rigid nutritious standards.
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Location
The CISS Toronto programme happens at Whitney Hall at University College, part of the University of Toronto’s St. George Campus in downtown Toronto.
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Activities
Students always have something to do, beyond their course of study. Our programme includes full-day and half-day excursions, plus we offer a variety of afternoon and evening activities.
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The General English + Activity option is the ideal choice for international summer students who want to improve their English. With this option, students receive 10 hours of English as a Second Language (ESL) lessons per week. This includes classroom instruction in speaking, listening, reading and writing, with a focus on helping students of all proficiency levels to improve in their fluency and accuracy of speech.
English lessons comprise two of the five daily periods. You can then choose different land, water, or art activities to fill the remaining two or three periods.
Included Excursions
The CISS Toronto excursions showcase the best that the city has to offer. Each week, students attend 1 full-day excursion and 3 half-day excursions as part of the programme. Full-day excursions take place every Thursday and half day excursions may take place during the afternoon or evening. Transportation, meals, and admission costs are included.
Full Day (One per week)
May include:
- Canada’s Wonderland (Amusement Park)
- Niagara Falls (with boat tour)
- Treetop Trekking
- Wye Marsh Canadiana
Half Day (Three per week)
May include:
- Beach Day
- Blue Jays Baseball Game
- Casa Loma
- CN Tower
- Disco Boat Cruise on Lake Ontario
- Distillery District/Spaghetti Factory
- Downsview Park
- High Park
- Toronto Harbourfront
- Toronto Islands
- Toronto Zoo
- Ripley’s Aquarium
- Royal Ontario Museum (ROM)
- Wet’n Wild Water Park
Afternoon & Evening Activities
On non-excursion days, our team offers a variety of activities during the afternoons and evenings. Students may choose to participate in afternoon activities, all of which are staff led and supervised. Evening activities are considered mandatory for all students. The options available each day are noted on the schedule and may include:
- Amazing Race
- Board Games
- Capture the Flag
- Casino Night
- Colour Wars
- Crazy Olympics
- Dances / Discos
- Evening Under the Stars
- Athletic Centre
- Game Show Night
- Improv Night
- Karaoke
- Magic Show
- Movies
- Neighbourhood Tours
- On-Campus Sports
- Photo Scavenger Hunt
- Speech Contest
- Summer Festivals
- Talent Show
- Yoga
- Zumba
Optional Activities
Once or twice per week, students may choose to sign up for an optional activity. These activities are staff led and supervised and additional costs apply. Money is collected from the students at the programme. Optional activity choices may include:
- Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO)
- Canoeing / SUP on Lake Ontario
- Go-Karting
- Blue Jays Baseball Game
- CN Tower
- Escape Room
- Laserquest
- Playdium
Schedule
Our team is currently working on the schedule. We expect to publish details in Spring 2023.
2023 Dates & Fees – General English – 2, 3 or 4 weeks
July 15
July 22
July 29
August 05
August 12
July 02
$ 4500
$ 6250
$ 8000
July 09
$ 4500
$ 6250
$ 8000
July 16
$ 4500
$ 6250
$ 8000
July 23
$ 4500
$ 6250
July 30
$ 4500
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Extra Fees
- Unaccompanied Minor (UM) Fee – CAD 125 – UM fee applies to all students flying as unaccompanied minor with the airline
- Custodianship Fee – CAD 150
- Extra Night Fee – CAD 250 – Applies to all students who arrive early or depart late
- Extra Transfer Fee – CAD 100 – Applies to all students who arrive or depart on non-scheduled dates
- Late Arrival / Early Departure Fee – CAD 125 – Applies to all students with flights scheduled to arrive after 22:00 or depart before 09:00
All fees are in Canadian Dollars.
*Canadian and US citizens currently residing in Canada or the United States are asked to contact CISS for domestic rates. Taxes are included. Information updated: December 12, 2022
2023 Dates & Fees – Global Leadership – 3 weeks
July 22
August 12
July 02
$ 6250
July 23
$ 6250
Disclaimer text:
Extra Fees
- Unaccompanied Minor (UM) Fee – CAD 125 – UM fee applies to all students flying as unaccompanied minor with the airline
- Custodianship Fee – CAD 150
- Extra Night Fee – CAD 250 – Applies to all students who arrive early or depart late
- Extra Transfer Fee – CAD 100 – Applies to all students who arrive or depart on non-scheduled dates
- Late Arrival / Early Departure Fee – CAD 125 – Applies to all students with flights scheduled to arrive after 22:00 or depart before 09:00
All fees are in Canadian Dollars.
*Canadian and US citizens currently residing in Canada or the United States are asked to contact CISS for domestic rates. Taxes are included. Information updated: December 12, 2022
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FAQ
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Summer Camps
The CISS Difference
Since 1979, CISS has provided students from around the world the opportunity to come together in Canada for transformative summer learning experiences in traditional camps, language programs in cities, and other adventure experiences. With a focus on fun and unique opportunities to learn, our summer programmes promise to give you the experience—and the Canadian memories—of a lifetime.
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Specialized care for the unique needs of Campers
Motivated, caring and qualified staff
Personal attention
Student-centred programmes fostering independence
Programmes to suit different interests and ability levels
Strong focus on Canadian traditions
Fostering a multicultural and open-minded atmosphere
Summer City Programmes
CISS City Residential Programmes give you the chance to live, learn, and grow. And, most importantly, to have fun doing it during the summer in Canada.
High School
Whether you’re looking for a more academic environment, or specific classes, or a school with great sports, our wide variety of options means we have something for everyone.
Study Tours
Study Tours provide an opportunity for students to practice their English, integrate with local students in a high school, experience life with a host family, enjoy unique activities, and have a genuine Canadian cultural experience.