ACTIVITIES


Students from all over the world come to SEC for their education and often to experience their first trip abroad. We offer a variety of activities that provide the necessary cultural experiences. We focus not only on learning about Canadian culture, but also on helping the students adapt to an often very different culture.


We integrate the enjoyment of activities with education, where our students practice and better their English while at the same time, having fun.



Activities range from:


  • Exploring both Toronto and Vancouver 's great outdoors and historical museums.
  • Traveling to the cities nearby to experience the different lifestyles and cultures in places like Quebec City, Montreal, Whistler,Victoria, Seattle, and New York.
  • Toronto and Vancouver are the most multicultural cities in Canada, and many would argue, the world.
  • Both cities are home to professional sports teams including the Toronto Blue Jays baseball team, The Vancouver Canucks, and Toronto Maple Leafs hockey teams, the Toronto Raptors basketball club, and other prominent sports teams including
 Lacrosse and Soccer.


Festivals in Toronto


Toronto is known for its festive spirit - many festivals, parades and many, many activities

Some of the regular festivals include:

  • Toronto International Film Festival (September)
  • Toronto International Dragon Boat Festival (June)
  • Santa Claus Parade (November)
  • Street Festival (July)
  • Winterfest (December-January)
  • Designs in Ice (December)
  • St. Patrick's Parade (March)
  • Caribana Festival (July-August)
  • International Jazz Festival (June)
  • Canadian International Air Show (September)
  • Canadian National Exhibition (August-September)
  • Beaches Festival (May)
  • Brazilian Street Festival (July)
  • Molson Indy Auto Racing (July)
  • Plus many, many more!

Festivals in Vancouver


Vancouver is known for its commitment to active lifestyles and broad culture, and the festivals and events reflect this attitude


  • Vancouver Shakespeare Festival, Bard on the Beach (June-September)
  • Vancouver Folk Music Festival (July)
  • VanDusen Botanical Garden Festival of Lights (December)
  • Vancouver Pride Festival (July)
  • Vancouver International Writers Festival (October)
  • Vancouver Lantern Festival (July)
  • Vancouver International Comedy Festival (October)
  • Vancouver Celebration of Light: International Fireworks Festival (July-August)
  • Vancouver Storytelling Festival (November)
  • Plus a whole lot more!