Canadian Rocky Mountains Promotion

 

THE CANADAIN ROCKY MOUNTAINS

This Promo ROCKS!

 

Camber College is already in full gear getting ready for Summer! It is our 10 year Aniversary and we are celebrating with this fantastic promotion. We will be sending any student who signs up with us for 12 weeks or more before July 1st, 2013 on this amazing Rocky Mountains trip with Club ESL and Discover Canada Tours. If you were ever planning on coming to Canada to study English then now is the time!

Here are the details:

 All you have to do is register with Camber College for 12 weeks or more by July 1st, 2013. You don't have to be here by then. Just be signed up. For more information on Camber College and it's English Language programs click here.

Join us in Canada and "Live the Edventure"

***This promotion is not valid with any other promotion***
***You must mention promo code THIS ROCKS when registering***

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14 FUN FACTS ABOUT VALENTINE'S DAY

14 FUN FACTS ABOUT VALENTINES DAY

 

1. More than 36 million heart-shaped boxes of chocolate are sold for Valentine's Day each year.

2. On Average, men shell out $130 each on candy, cards, jewelry, flowers and dates. That's more than double what women commit to spending.

3. Worldwide, over 50 million roses are given for Valentine's Day each year.

4. Women purchase 85% of all valentines.

5. 73% of people who buy flowers for Valentine's Day are men, while only 27 percent are women.

6. In the Middle Ages, young men and women drew names from a bowl to see who their valentine would be. They would wear these names on their sleeves for one week. "To wear your heart on your sleeve" now means that it is easy for other people to know how you are feeling.

7. The Italian city of Verona, where Shakespeare's lovers Romeo and Juliet lived, receives about 1,000 letters addresses to Juliet every Valentine's Day.  

8. Richard Cadbury invented the first Valentine's Day candy box in the late 1800s.

9. Alexander Graham Bell applied for his patent on the telephone, an "Improvement in Telegraphy", on Valentine's Day, 1876.

10. In Medieval times, girls ate unusual foods on St Valentine's Day to make them dream of their future husband.

11. In the middle Ages, people believed that the first unmarried person of the opposite sex you met on the morning of St. Valentine's Day would become your spouse.

12. Teachers receive the most Valentine's Day cards.

13. England's King Henry VIII declared February 14th a holiday for the first time.

 

14. Casanova, well known as "The World's Greatest Lover," ate chocolate to make him virile.

Happy Valentine's Day from all of us at Camber College!

Life in Canada for ESL Students

Life for International Students studying English in Canada

It can be scary and overwhelming to leave your families and come to Canada. But exciting to be able to learn English and in most cases go on to study at some of Canada's Universities. You know the experience will forever change your world and your future. You know you will love it. You know you will learn so much. You know you will meet new people and make new friends, but leaving the security of your family and country can be terrifying.

 

In the first few weeks it can be horribly frightening and frustrating. Simple day to day things like catching a bus, ordering a meal or buying something from a store can become an intimidating burden. The frustration to try and communicate your needs can be overwhelming and for some people embarrassing. Hang in there! It will get better!

 

Once you have adjusted and set up your routine, begin to make friends and master the art of ordering a coffee at Starbucks. You begin to realize that you are learning English and you didn't even realize it. Things you had trouble with when you first arrive are now easy. You begin to take more chances and participate in new activities. You have this realization as you are skiing down a mountain or learning how to scuba dive, that just a short time ago, you would have never thought that you would be doing all these amazing activities and learning English.

 

Coming to Canada and sitting in a class room studying English only provides you with the basics and fundamentals of the language. It's getting out there and meeting native speakers, participating in activities and everyday life in Canada that really teaches you how to master the language.

 

The friends you make at Camber College are people you would have never met if you hadn't come to Canada. They are people just like you that were brave enough to leave the security and comforts of where they grew up and come to Canada to learn English and create a bright new future. These friendships can last a life time and create opportunities to travel and visit other countries and have new adventures in the future.

 

 

The world is a much smaller place then it was even 30 years ago. With the advancement of technologies, social media such as facebook, combined with the fact that you can wake up one morning in your own bed and go to sleep that night in another country on the other side of the world, is proof of just how small our global village really is.  With the ability to speak English, the new friends you have made from all over the world; you are now a contributing member of our Worlds future.

Come and visit Canada, study at Camber College, learn English and “Live the Edventure”.

Christmas 2012 - Things do do in Vancouver (part 1)

CHRISTMAS 2012

FUN THINGS TO DO IN VANCOUVER (part 1)

Christmas in Vancouver is such a magical time. If this is your first Christmas in Canada, then don't miss the opportunity to participate in the festivities. Below is a list of a few fun activities we recommend our Camber College students participate in while on their trip to Vancouver. Stay tuned because this is just part one. I'll be posting even more fun and fantastic holiday events!  



 

Bright Nights - Stanley Park Christmas Train

During the holiday season, Stanley Park sparkles with two million twinkling lights, decorating the darkness that comes early at this time of year. Make the Bright Nights Train part of your holiday tradition. Ride the train, watch animated displays, listen to holiday classics, sip warm cocoa, and feast on fresh popcorn or roasted nuts.

http://vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/bright-nights-train.aspx

 

Carol Ships Vancouver

 

Take in the sights of Vancouver from the deck of a Christmas Caroling ship. The Parade is a flotilla of brightly coloured vessels, lit up on the outside and decked out in their Christmas best on the inside. This holiday tradition features a combination of private and public vessels all decorated. It is the only time of the year that vessels are allowed to display coloured exterior lighting.

http://www.boatcruises.com/tour.php?pv=p2

 

 

 

VanDusen Garden's Festival of Lights

 

During December, VanDusen garden is decorated with hundreds of thousands of lights for the Festival of Lights.

Enjoy the twinkling lights and light show, take a stroll down Candy Cane Lane, hear the sweet sounds of caroling, and get in to the spirit of the season.

http://vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festival-of-lights.aspx

 

 

 

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Learn English in Canada at Camber College

This is how we Roll at Camber College

 

 

Check out Camber College; a great English lanuage school located in BC, Canada. We offer excellent English programs such as Academic English, Business English and Intensive English. You can get your TOEFL, TOEIC and study for your Cambridge exam. We can even get you certified as a Scuda Diver! We put together this video to highlight all the things that make us different from other English language schools. Come and learn English with us and we will show you the time of your life. "Live the Edventure" at Camber College.

 

http://www.cambercollege.com/

http://www.cambercollege.com/Courses.html

http://www.cambercollege.com/Activities.html

Canadian Christmas Traditions

CANADIAN CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS

 

 

Canada is such a large country filled with people from many different cultural backgrounds. In fact, Canada's multiculturalism, is one of the things many Canadian are most proud of. Because of this, there are many different Christmas traditions in Canada.

 

Christmas in Canada is about spending time with family and friends. Slow down and enjoy the company of loved ones and exchange gifts with the people you care about.

 

Canadian children believe in Santa Claus. Canadians are proud to say that Canada is home to Santa Claus but I'm sure people in Finland or even Turkey would disagree. ;) Many children are dressed up in their finest clothes and taken to the Shopping Mall to have there picture taken with Santa and get the opportunity to tell Santa Claus what they want for Christmas this year. This picture then gets sent to Grandparents and distant family members. 

 

One of the most important traditions is the Christmas Tree and the decorating of it with lights and shiny Christmas decorations. The family get together and go out to pick their tree and spend the evening drinking eggnog, warm apple cider or hot cocoa and decorating the tree. 

 

Many Canadian families have cookie-baking parties. They each bring a recipe for Christmas cookies or baked good, then bake them and exchange them with the members of their family. Each family, at the end of the party goes home with a variety of different cookies to enjoy over the Christmas season.

 

There are many parties to attend leading up to the Christmas holiday. Work holiday parties are when companies take their employees out to dinner and give them gifts as a token of their appreciation for the last year of work. Friends will sometimes throw a party or get together with friend and family that they will not have a chance to see over the holiday break.

 

If this is your first Christmas in Canada then hopefully this blog entry helps to keep you informed during the hustle and bustle of the Holiday Season.

 

Merry Christmas Everyone!

 

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Visit Canada - Find out if you need a Visa

VISIT CANADA 

 

 

 

Are you wanting to visit Canada? Find out if you need a Visa! Below are a list of Countries that DO NOT need a temporary resident visa to come to Canada.

United States of America
United Kingdom
Belgium
Switzerland
France
Germany
Greece
Italy
Netherlands
Hungary
Poland
Spain
Portugal
Austria
Denmark
Finland
Sweden
Norway
Australia
New Zealand
Antigua and Barbuda
Andorra
Japan
Brunei
Singapore
Taiwan
Korea
Bahamas
Barbados
Botswana
Croatia
Cyprus
Israel
Iceland
Ireland
Monaco
Luxembourg
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Latvia
Slovakia
Slovenia
Malta
Namibia
Papua New Guinea
St. Kitts and Nevis
St. Lucia
St. Vincent
San Marino
Solomon Islands
Swaziland
Western Samoa

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Top 5 Countries to learn English

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10 Reasons to learn English

10 Reasons to Learn English

 

English is one of the most difficult languages to learn, but there are many reasons why it is the most important language to learn. Below I will give you 10 great reasons to learn English. Hopefully these reasons will help you stay focused on your path to learning the English language.

 

• English is the most commonly used language among foreign language speakers. When people with different languages need to communicate they usually do so in English.

• The English language is very difficult to learn but knowing English will make you bilingual and more employable in every country in the world.

• The United States is a leader in technical innovation and economic development. English is used in the United States and in each of these fields.

• English is commonly spoken throughout much of the world due to Great Britian’s expansion during the colonial age. People in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, parts of Africa, India, and many smaller island nations speak English. English is the commonly adopted second language in Germany, Norway, Sweden, Denmark and the Netherlands. Speaking English opens these countries and cultures up to you.

• Another reason why English is so important is that it is the language of science. To excel in science you need to know English.

• English is based on an alphabet and, compared to Chinese, it can be learned fairly quickly.

• English is also the language of the Film Industry and English means you no longer have to rely on subtitles.

• In the United States, speaking English immediately opens up opportunities regardless of your ethnicity, color, or background.

• Learn English and you can then teach your children English -- or if they are already learning, you can now communicate with them in English.

• English speakers in the United States earn more money than non-English speakers. Learning English will open your job prospects and increase your standard of living.

Come and live the Edventure and learn English at www.cambercollege.com

http://www.5minuteenglish.com/why-learn-english.htm

Halloween Costume Ideas 2012

Halloween Costume Ideas 2012

 

 

For some of you this might be your first Halloween and first time in Canada. Your ESL school is throwing a Halloween party and you need to dress up....What/Who are you going to be? Most ESL schools will be having a contest for the best costume and you want to win. You might even be a little nervous or shy but trust me it will be a lot of fun! Start thinking creative!

 

You may also be going to private parties or clubs and bars that you will need a Halloween costume for. For Canadians it is the one time of year you get to be whoever you want. Whether you decide to go as something spooky and scary or funny/sexy like your favourite hollywood celebrity or Disney character you will have a good time. I listed some costume ideas and links to other sites for inspiration.

 

 

Vampire

Vampire Woman

Britney Spears

Deadmau5

Gangam Style

 

For more inspirational ideas check out sites like pinterest. Or click here for an A - Z list of costume ideas.

 

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Winter in Canada - What to wear?

 

WINTER IN CANADA - What to Wear???

 

Don't be fooled by the picture. The only place it snows here on the Sunshine Coast and Powell River, BC, is on the mountains where it belongs. Our winters are mild and wet with very little snow. From November to February, temperatures average from 0 to 5 Celsius. Average temperatures in other parts of Canada are -15 to -25! Now that's COLD!  There will be a few days in which it snows but it never stays long. To stay cozy and dry, you'll need warm clothes, such as sweaters, hoodies, scarf and a water proof jacket. Invest in an umbrella as well because it does rain a lot.

We love snow! It's beautiful....but only for a day or two. That's why we do plenty of activities such as snowshoeing for the day up to the Knuckleheads. Weekend ski and snowboarding trips to Whistler, BC or the local mountains of Vancouver, BC. We also have Snowman contests, and tobogganing for the day. While your busy having fun you'll be learning English at the same time! Contact us at Camber College and we can help you get in touch with and Educational Travel Agent in your area.

 

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Top 5 Tips to Learn English

 

With English now being a global language with over a billion people speaking it. (on at least a basic level) It is becoming more and more important to learn English. It's required for certain jobs and to get into good schools and universities. Below are the top 5 most helpful tips we could find to help you learn English.

Tip #1
Listen to English Music - Listening to English music while doing something else can help to get used to the natural rhythm and tone of English speech. The more and more you listen to a song the more you will learn. So put your favourite English song on repeat!

Tip #2
Travel to an English Speaking Country - Traveling to an English speaking country will force you out of your comfort zone. You will have to try and speak English just to get directions. It's amazing how much of the language you will learn in even just a week.

Tip #3
Read an English Book - Read a book written in English. If you are a beginner start with a children's book. Maybe even a story you are already familiar with. Any words you do not understand you can look up in a dictionary. Practice reading this book until you can read it all the way through and then move on to something harder. ***reading out loud will also help you with pronounciation***

Tip #4
Watch an English Movie - Watch an English movie with subtitle in your own language. It will help you become familair with the words. Have a pen and paper close to write down any new word you learned to practice later.

Tip #5
Find an English Speaking Pen Pal - Find a native English speaking pen pal. This is a great way to learn new words, practice grammer and make a new friend. There are sites for free language exchange. http://www.speakmania.com/index.php?language_id=1

BONUS TIP
Come to Camber College - The best way to really learn English is to join us at Camber College. (lol) You will learn English, make new friends, see a new country and learn fun new activities like skiing, scuba diving and horseback riding. Come Live the Edventure!

Student Testimonial - Sao Paolo - Brazil

CAMBER COLLEGE

Spotlight Student

Ana Clara Maria - Sao Paolo, Brazil

 This year we had a lovely young woman from Brazil join us at Camber College. She completely embraced the experience we are trying to offer students travelling abroad to learn english. She participated in just about evey activity we offer such as learning to scuba dive, surfing, bungee jumping and whale watching trips to Tofino, BC. Her enthusiasim was contaigious and quickly she had many other students signing up to join her on her adventure. Life is an adventure and should be lived to the fullest!

Below is her testimonial about her time spent here with us at Camber College.

 

Testimonial

"I'm Ana Clara, I really recommend to all students who can live the same experience that I lived in Camber College and Powell River. the people are very friendly. My Canadian family made me feel the best place in the world. I made friends from many countries of the world such as Japan, Mexico, Korea, France, Spain, Germany and Brazil. My teachers were excellent in teaching me not only English, but how to make the best of Powell River as well as sports and developing my English with others.

I really miss all of Camber College and very soon I hope to visit them again.

Kisses and hugs!"

Ana Clara Maria Arantes

 

 

 

Did you have a great time at Camber College? Do you have a memory or experience you want to share? Send us a picture and a few sentences about it and we'll shine the spotlight on you!

Send it to info@cambercollege.com attention Jacquie Powell.

 

 

 

 

Winter in Canada

ENGLISH WINTER CAMP

 

 

Come and experience the magic of a Canadian winter. Spend a month with us learning English and participating in fun activities such as skiing, snowboarding, ice hockey, ice skating, snowshoeing and so much MORE! We're currently accepting registation for our popular Winter Camp program. For more information please visit our Winter Camp page on our website or contact Jacquie at jacquie@cambercollege.com

 

Saudi Arabian Cultural Bureau

GREAT NEWS!!

Camber College has been officially recognized by the Saudi Arabian Cultural Bureau!

What this means is that Camber College is now on a list of approved schools by the SACB that allow Saudi Arabian scholarship students to attend. This is a great honor for us because the SCAB has stringent guidelines in order for a school to be accepted.

1. The school must be a member of Languages Canada.  
2.  The school must pass a thorough in depth review of it's curriculum.
3. Teachers must be highly educated and trained.

We are proud to say we passed all the requirements and look forward to hosting many students from Saudi Arabia. Assalaam Alaykum! Marhaban!