Since 1979, under our unique Total Care Education System®, Columbia International College has been preparing students to be responsible global citizens and at the same time achieve their goal of gaining admission into top universities worldwide. With an enrollment of 1300 students from over 60 countries, Columbia is Canada’s largest private boarding school. The diversity of Columbia’s staff and students enhances the learning environment and encourages creative thinking. Columbia believes in the individuality of each student; thus we tailor its resources to effectively meet the unique Academic, Social, Emotional and Physical (ASEP) needs of our students. As a result, over the past 12 years, 100% of our students have received admission to top universities worldwide; many with scholarships. RECORD OF EXCELLENCE: 2008/2009 Graduates 96.5% accepted to top 7 Canadian Universities CAD $1,700,000 earned in University Entrance Scholarships 324 admitted to University of Toronto 201 admitted to University of Waterloo

PROGRAMS Middle School (G7 – G8) High School (G9 – G12) Pre-University (G12) Advanced Placement (AP) TOEFL Preparation ESL (Youth and Adult Programs) Teacher Training Program Summer Camp Middle School - Columbia offers Grades 7 and 8 to students who have completed Grade 6 in their home country. Our younger students live in a designated wing and floor and they are cared for by a Live-in Senior Advisor who has their quarters on the same floor/wing. Our younger students are enrolled in an age-appropriate extracurricular and weekend program known as Routine for Success which qualifies them for the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh Award. Through the Routine for Success program, students are equipped with the necessary life skills and also have a chance to participate in activities and trips which enhances their entire well-being. High School - Students who have completed Grade 8 in their home country can join our High School Program and complete Grades 9 to 12. Columbia provides an ESL program as part of the High School Curriculum. Therefore students with some English proficiency can take ESL Courses simultaneously with Academic High School Courses. Students receive an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) upon successful completion of the High School Program. Pre-University - This program is available to students who have completed Grade 11 or students who would like to improve their grades and enter Canadian, American, British or Australian universities. Students may complete their Pre-U or Grade 12 credits in as little as seven months. The 7-month Pre-U program is offered in January and June. It allows students to earn 6 Grade 12/ Pre-U credits. The 10-month Pre-U program is offered in August and allows students to earn up to 8 credits. Columbia offers Advanced Placement (AP) classes and TOEFL preparation courses for our Pre-U students. Junior ESL - The ESL (English as a Second Language) Program is designed for students who did not learn English as a first language and would like to study and improve their English. There are 5 ESL levels ranging from Beginners (ESLAO) to Advanced (ESLEO). These ESL credits counts toward the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). Students have opportunities to focus on developing their Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening skills and improve their Vocabulary, Comprehension, Conversation and Pronunciation skills. Learning opportunities exist in and out of the classroom for students to practice and perfect their English skills. Summer Camp - Columbia’s Summer Camp Programs provide students with opportunities to learn English in class as well as on cultural trips to various parts of Ontario and Canada. Students experience the multicultural atmosphere in Toronto, explore the beautiful ruggedness of Ontario’s northern wilderness and discover the beautiful sights and sounds of Eastern Canada. Three or four week all-inclusive summer camp programs are offered in July and August.

RESIDENTIAL FACILITIES OFFER A NURTURING ENVIRONMENT Columbia’s residences are a home away from home, facilitating cultural exchanges and the building of lifelong friendships. * Safe, Modern and Comfortable Residences * Separate residence for boys and girls: Pine Hall is exclusively for boys Linden Hall is exclusively for girls Oak Hall is for mature students (over 18 years), with separate wings for boys and girls Safe * Live-in Hall Masters and Residence Advisors provide round-the-clock care ensuring a safe and secure environment for students. * Night curfew and room checks ensure the well-being of students. * 24-hour monitored security system (Close-circuit TV) in all residences Modern and Comfortable * Air-conditioned and heated buildings. * Telephone and internet connection available in each room in all residences. * Coin-operated laundry facilities available in all residences. * Free membership to the Y-Fitness Center for all Columbia students. Stress-Free Living * Weekly housekeeping services provide stress-free living conditions. * Meal service eliminates grocery shopping, cooking and cleaning of the kitchen. * Door to door school bus service ensures students get to school on time. Certified Healthy Eating Practices * Five on-site cafeterias are professionally managed by world-renowned Sodexo Food Services. * Columbia’s cafeterias and Sodexo Food Services are certified by the Government of Ontario’s Eat Smart! School Program. This ensures that our students receive balanced and nutritious meals with healthy choices. * Choice of Eastern and Western cuisine during mealtimes * Choice of Eastern and Western hot entrée during mealtimes. During lunch, additional choices of freshly prepared pizza, sushi and sandwiches are available. * Students are served up to four meals per day (breakfast, lunch, dinner and night snack) * Special Meals menu is designed by a qualified dietitian on staff * Special Meals are provided to vegetarian students or students with religious or special dietary needs. * Special Meals are provided to sick students.

VARIED CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES DEVELOP LEADERSHIP SKILLS * Columbia’s leadership programs teach students goal-setting, decision-making, communication skills and many more. * Columbia’s Bark Lake Leadership Training Centre occupies 700 acres and provides field training in leadership and outdoor education. Students learn to be confident and gain essential life and leadership skills. * Bark Lake provides year–round facilities: • 700 acres of pristine wilderness • Year-round cabins sleep 124 persons • Seasonal cabins sleep 204 persons • Fresh and delicious meals prepared and served in a well-equipped cafeteria • Indoor and outdoor meeting areas for group training • Certified high ropes course * Columbia’s Routine for Success (RFS) program is age-appropriate and is tailored to the academic, social, emotional and physical needs of the student. RFS instills discipline and consistency in our students’ daily activity, enabling them to have healthy social and emotional lifestyles. * The school’s 40 well-planned after-school activities equip students with the knowledge, skills and values needed to succeed in today’s global competitive environment. Athletics * Table Tennis * Swimming * Indoor Soccer * Yoga * Basketball Intramurals * Soccer Intramurals * Floor Hockey * Badminton

* Dance Club * Cheerleading Club * Manga Club * Public Speaking * ESL Pronunciation * Listening Club * ESL Reading Club * ESL Drama * Photography Club * Iron Chef * Art Club * Chess Club * Newspaper Club * Model U.N * Girl Talk/ Pop Culture * Math League/ Senior Scholars * Journalism Club * Debate Club

MODERN NETWORKS ALLOW FOR MAXIMUM COMMUNICATION * Students have internet access at both school and in the residence to enable them to keep in contact with family and friends. * Students have a personal telephone extension and voicemail system in their rooms for friends and family to contact and leave them private messages. * Multilingual liaison staff are available to help parents communicate with other staff or departments in school and residence. * Our dedicated and experienced support staff made up of the guidance counsellors, liaison officers, and residence staff work together to keep parents constantly informed of their child’s progress in school and residence. * Columbia’s online ezReport card is designed to conveniently inform parents about their child’s: Personal Success Plan – the student’s course load and their duration of study. Extracurricular activities Academic performance and conduct at school through * Progress Reports * Midterm Marks * Final Marks * Unit Test Marks * Daily class attendance reports * The online ezReport Card ensures parents are kept abreast of their child’s well-being even when they are travelling.

Academic Support Program (ASP) Teachers identify students who require academic support within the first two weeks of classes. ASP is offered during school hours, after-school and in the residences in the evening. It is provided by: * Subject Teachers * Tutors in school * Tutors in residence * Mentors * Peer Tutors * Online e-Tutor Gifted students are provided more challenging questions to practise during their spare time, are recommended for the AP program and are guided to participate in extracurricular and volunteer activities, to add to their personal portfolio and enhance/improve their chances of gaining admission to Ivy League universities. * Our University Placement Officers provide counselling and assist gifted students to apply to Ivy League universities in Canada and USA.

University Partners® Provide Exclusive Benefits * Our University Partners® offer our students numerous benefits including: * Reduced or waived TOEFL scores * Dual Admission which guarantees students their program of choice at their desired university once they meet the minimum program requirements * Exclusive scholarships for our students * Columbia has partnerships with 12 universities in Canada, the United States of America, Australia, and the United Kingdom, including: 1. University of Waterloo 2. York University 3. McMaster University 4. State University of New York – Buffalo State College 5. University of London – School of Pharmacy 6. University of Canberra 7. D’Youville College 8. Brock University 9. Acadia University 10. Cape Breton University 11. University of Ontario Institute of Technology 12. University of Alberta