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Location and Community Involvement
- In a quiet, safe, coastal community 140 km northwest of Vancouver.
- The school and community are surrounded by ocean, forests and lakes providing opportunity for numerous local outdoor experiences.
- The West Coast has the mildest winter climate in all of Canada.
- Powell River and area has a population of about 20,000
- An airport, public transportation via city bus, taxi cabs, and on-demand small buses ensure that students can navigate transportation independently to participate in community recreation and events with friends.
- Most places are within walking distance.
- Outdoor experiences such as hiking, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, boating, whale-and seal watching, camping, snorkeling and beaches are accessible to students.
- Numerous restaurants, a shopping mall, department stores, markets, and a local shopping street with smaller shops meet the needs of students.
- Abundance of recreational activities for music, the arts, and sports exist.
- Community events for every season and holiday provide cultural experiences.
- Professional medical care with a hospital and designated medical clinic.
School Environment
- International students are fully integrated with Canadian students in classes and extra-curricular activities.
- Small international student population ensures maximum, individual attention, and support for each student.
- Teachers and program staff get to know students on a personal basis.
- Students attend a modern, fully equipped high school campus with a variety of programming options including academic and elective choices.
- International advisors and staff are located on campus and accessible daily.
- Program options are available to meet the needs of students whether the goal is a cultural experience, language acquisition, or BC graduation.
Homestay Environment
- Local families are invested in the community and school and provide a truly Canadian family experience.
- Host families welcome the students as a true member of their family.
- Families often know each other and provide a social group for students.
- Students often gain long-term family relationships with their host family members.
- A variety of homes around the school and community provide diversity.
- Families provide a home, support, conversation practice, school support, recreation and cultural activities.
- Families truly care for the well-being and positive experience of each student in their care.