Brock University Intensive English Language Program

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GENERAL PRE-DEPARTURE INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS

Hokkai High School Japanese Student Program

This information is designed to help you prepare for your trip to St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada.

PROGRAM START

The Hokkai High School English Language Program starts on March 16th, 2007.

TRANSPORTATION FROM THE AIRPORT TO ST. CATHARINES

We understand that you will have a bus escort your group form Toronto Pearson International Airport to the Four Points Sheraton Hotel, nearby Brock University.  The morning of the 16th of March, member of our staff will greet you at the Hotel to begin the orientation session for this program.

LANGUAGE POLICY

As a student attending the Intensive English Language, you are expected to speak English at all times.  We understand that this will be a challenge and we are here to support you during your learning experience.

CURRENCY

When you arrive, try to have at least $100.00(Canadian or U.S.) in cash.  A currency exchange is usually available at the airport.  We recommend that you bring traveler's cheques or bank drafts.

TEXTBOOKS

All of the text and learning materials will be provided for you during your studies at Brock University.

WEATHER AND CLOTHING

You will be arriving at the end of the winter season and stay in St. Catharines for the beginning of spring.  This is probably the most unpredictable time of year with regards to weather.  Temperatures range from -5 to 15 degrees Celsius and it is not uncommon to experience snow on one day and sunshine the next.  Therefore, you will need to bring a variety of clothing ( pants, sweaters, jackets etc.)  If you are interested in sports, don't forget to bring your bathing suit ( indoor pool at Brock ), running shoes, tennis racket, roller blades etc.

BUS PASS

A St. Catharines City Bus Pass will be provided for you for the length of your stay.

LONG DISTANCE CALLS

If you are planning to make telephone calls home, you should purchase a pre-paid long distance "telephone card" or other "credit card" which allows you to make long distance calls.  You can also purchase long distance telephone cards at Brock University.

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Canada operates on 110 volts and 60 hertz.

We hope that while you are here you will enjoy Canadian food, but if you want a "taste of home," we do have a few Asian food stores and restaurants in town.

The International Orientation Coordinator is Stephanie Soccio-Marandola, [e-mail], telephone: [phone] ext. 4021 and the International Activities Coordinator is Jackie Angi-Dobos.  [e-mail], telephone:[phone] ext. 4021

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