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Youth Programs

On-Campus Summer Program

Ryerson University Campus (Toronto)

Ryerson University is one of Toronto's downtown universities. It is located in the heart of downtown and is in walking distance to City Hall, Museums, CN Tower and shopping. It has libraries, sports facilities, restaurants, athletic centres and computer facilities.

Students

Coming from all over the world, our students are immersed in an exciting international atmosphere where they have excellent opportunities to meet and interact with other international students. They also learn about Canadian culture, an essential part of their language learning experience.

Age Groups

Students will be separated into separate classes according to their age. The three groups will not be integrated into the same classes. Youth under 13 years old will be accompanied by a Eurocentres representative or adult at all times.

• 9-13 years of age
• 13-16 years of age
• 16-18 years of age
• 18-24 years of age

Residence, Homestay and Combined Programs

Fees include:

• 20 lessons per week of English instruction
• 5 afternoon activities per week
• 1 weekend full-day activity per week
• Daily evening activities (students in residence only)
• Public transportation to and from the university (students in homestay only)
• Accommodations
• 3 well-balanced meals per day
• Airport transfers
• 24-hour staff supervision (students in residence)
• Eurocentres Certificate

Residence Program (Ryerson University)

Ryerson residences provide superb on-campus accommodations. Students have a private or twin room with shared washroom facilities on each floor. Eurocentres Toronto staff lives with the students in the residence to ensure that they have 24-hour supervision. Three well-balanced meals are provided daily through the university's catering service.

Other Residential Information

• Kitchen facilities are available on each floor. The kitchens are equipped with sink, fridge, microwave and stove. Students must have their own cooking utensils
• Washroom facilities are located on each floor and shared with residents on each floor
• There is an athletic club which has daily and monthly fees
• Students who bring laptops can get Internet access in their rooms for nominal fees
• Bed linens are provided and are changed weekly. Towels and toiletries are not provided and students should bring these items with them
• Laundry machines are located in the residence. Laundry machines are coin operated. Each load costs $2.00 to wash and $2.00 to dry. (fees subject to change)
• Meals will be taken in the residence cafeteria

Basic Option

For students 16-24, fees include 20 lessons per week of English instruction, accommodations (16-24 for homestay, 18-24 for residence), and 3 well-balanced meals per day. The program also includes airport transfers. The Basic Option is designed for Young Adults who are looking for a flexible option of the On-Campus Program. Basic Option students will take intensive English classes in the morning and then have free time to create their own plan after lunch. There are possibilities for the Basic Program student to participate in afternoon, evening or weekend activities if desired, but must select one complete week of activities. Single day activities are not available for students on the Basic Option.

Safety, Supervision and Responsibility Program Notes

Safety is a great concern at EUROCENTRES CANADA and we have done our best to ensure that all students will have a safe and enjoyable time while in our programs. We understand that safety is a key element in any successful study abroad experience. Canada is known to be a very safe country, one of the safest in the world, and we are careful in choosing the accommodation, facilities and staff to make sure that everyone is well cared for and satisfied.  Students will be looked after at all times, with their safety being the highest priority.  Our staff is professional, qualified, experienced and enthusiastic. They are dedicated to helping each and every student meet their individual goals. Our high ratio of staff to students guarantees that everyone is well cared for and safe.

• A Eurocentres staff member will be staying on campus with the students to provide 24-hour supervision. Students will be given a curfew and a time for ‘lights out.'
• A Eurocentres staff member will tell students meeting times and places.  It is the responsibility of each student to know meeting times and places.  
• A signed Parental Consent Form is required for any student under the age of 18.
• If a student is under 16 years of age, they must receive permission from Eurocentres Canada staff to leave the campus at any point during the day.
• If a minor is under 13 years of age, they must will be supervised at all times, including while traveling to and from school (an additional fee will apply).
• It is the responsibility of each student to follow the Eurocentres Canada School Rules and Regulations and abide by Canadian Laws.

Airport Transfers

Our Airport Transfer Service provides a safe and friendly welcome to students upon their arrival in Toronto. At the end of their program students are escorted back to the airport for their flight home.

Student Timetable (Sample)

English Lessons Curriculum
Students will be provided with quality English instruction based on our internationally acclaimed ESL curriculum. Students will receive training in our ESL program where they will take classes designed to improve their English fluency. Through these classes students will develop communication skills to assist them in a wide variety of English language situations. There is a maximum 15 students per class to ensure a fun, dynamic learning environment while allowing for strong teacher-student interaction. All course material is included in the program fee.

Language Development

There is a strong emphasis on building fluency in oral skills, with daily speaking practice and regular discussions and communicative activities. Written skills are developed as a preparation and follow-up to oral practice. By using the skills learned in the previous two classes, students can strengthen their use of language through measured growth and improvement.

English Skills

With grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation, students will study and practice the way it is used in context and develop their vocabulary skills. The focus will be on giving students an accurate grasp of appropriate language at their level to be able to express what they want effectively.

Meals

Students in the Residence Program will take their meals in the Residence Cafeteria. Lunches will be a box lunch (for example: sandwich, apple, cookie, and drink). Students in the Homestay Program will eat breakfast and dinner at their homestay home and they will be given the opportunity to prepare their own bag lunches. 

Afternoon Activities

On weekday afternoons, students take part in a range of recreational, cultural and sightseeing activities, both on and off campus including arts & crafts, basketball, swimming, as well as day trips around the city.

Afternoon Activities May Include:

• CN Tower
• Centre Island
• Ontario Place
• Royal Ontario Museum
• Laser Tag
• Beaches
• Biking Tours
• Canoe Adventures
• Swimming at Ash Bridges Pool
• Science Centre

Evening Activities
Only students in residential accommodations will participate in exciting and fun evening activities.                    

Evening Activities May Include:

• Fireworks
• Movies
• Volleyball
• Soccer in the park
• Blue Jays Major League Baseball Game
• Street Festivals
• Centre Island/Wards Island

Weekend Activities
Weekend Activities are also central to the program. Saturdays or Sundays are spent doing day-long off-campus activities enabling students to get the most out of their stay.

• Niagara Falls
• Algonquin Park
• Harbourfront Festival
• Beach picnic
• Metro Toronto Zoo
• Waterpark

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