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About the Camps

Our Summer and Winter Camps provide opportunities for students to study English and experience the wonderful lifestyle on Vancouver Island, British Columbia.

English Study and Activities Programpicture

For students seeking a short term program of English studies and activities, Malaspina High School offers students aged 13 to 18 an exciting opportunity to study the English language while participating in field trips and typical Canadian recreational activities. Two, Four, and Six week programs in summer and a Four-week program in winter offer activities such as swimming, basketball, soccer, golf, curling, bowling, canoeing, skating, skiing, and snowboarding for your enjoyment. Field trips to Victoria and Vancouver, popular tourist destinations, are also part of the program.

Group Programs

Schools, companies or organizations interested in sending a group of students to the Summer and Winter Camp can receive a quote for a custom program.

2013 Summer Program Dates

picture The six-week program begins on July 2, 2013 and ends August 9, 2013. Students may attend for a 2, 4 or the full 6-week program within the above dates. A detailed invoice will be provided upon application. Please indicate requested start date and length of program you are applying for on your application. Programs for 3 or 5 weeks may be available upon request.

 

 

2013 Winter Program Dates

The four-week program begins on January 2, 2013 and ends January 26, 2013. A detailed invoice will be provided upon application.

Weekly Themes

Weekly themes may include: Culture & Lifestyle, First Nations & Forests, Sports & Leisure, Oceans & Lakes, Performing Arts & Entertainment, and Tourism.

Group Program Refund Policy

  1. A deposit is required to reserve the time period and cover administration fees. The deposit is non refundable.
  2. Full payment is required a minimum of 8 weeks prior to commencement of the program.

A full refund of all fees (except those noted in No. 1 above) will be paid only if a travel visa is refused by Immigration Canada.  In order to receive this refund, the school or group representative must submit to Malaspina High School a letter of rejection from Immigration Canada authorities as proof of the refusal.

  1. There is no refund of fees if a student:
  • is found to be in serious contravention of school rules and is asked to leave the school (for example - chronic, unexplained absenteeism; consuming alcohol or drugs at school or while in a homestay situation; demonstrating behaviour which impacts negatively on Malaspina High School or Vancouver Island University);
  • has been removed from two homestay placements for violation of the Homestay Policy.
  • The laws of the Province of British Columbia apply.

All requests for refunds not covered by the above must be submitted in writing to the Chairperson of the Board of Directors of Malaspina High School.