Year-Round Programs

  • Nova Scotia International Student Program (NSISP)
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    The Nova Scotia International Student Program (NSISP) is a joint venture between the provincial Department of Education and Early Childhood Development and the seven English language school boards. With over 1,000 full-time students, the NSISP is one of the largest international student programs in Canada. The Strait Regional School Board is currently hosting students from 14 countries in a variety of programs, including Short Term Programs, Teacher Internship Programs and academic semesters/full academic years at the junior high and senior high level. We are committed to providing an excellent education and homestay environment to all international students, and the students are given the opportunity to choose from a variety of subjects focusing on arts, sciences, languages, and computers. The subjects are taught under the careful supervision of certified teachers. All schools follow curriculum set by the provincial government. Students can also choose from a variety of extracurricular activities such as soccer, volleyball, basketball, curling, skiing, and creative art to name a few. Students are closely matched with a host family who lives in the area they will attend school. Education in Nova Scotia – It is a place to grow.

    For more information on the NSISP short term program, please e-mail info@fortunestart.ca
  • NSISP English Immersion Program (NSEIP)
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    This program combines a teacher-training course at a school accredited by Quality English with a total education immersion experience in a Canadian public school environment. This unique program has two elements:
    ACE Teaching English to Young Learners (TEYL)
    Participants will study for four weeks to learn how to teach English to children aged 3 to 13+.
    Education Immersion Program
    Students can enroll for 4-12 weeks at one of Nova Scotia’s public schools where students will experience a Canadian classroom and be partnered with a licensed teacher.
    Start dates of programs: January 18, April 18 and August 22 (Subject to be changed)
    The minimum number of applicants required: 1 student
    Participants must have at least an intermediate level of English to start TEYL (TOEFL 45+ iBT, IELTS 5.0, or CEFR B1)
    Participants are required to obtain a study permit.

    For further information and application:

    Please e-mail info@fortunestart.ca
  • NSISP Education Experience (NSEEP)
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    NSEEP provides participants the opportunity to be mentored by a Nova Scotian teacher while learning new teaching methodologies in the subject area of most interest. Participants can expect to:
    • observe the NS teacher for their first few days in the classroom.
    • prepare lesson plans/presentations on their home country.
    • get involved in school life as much as possible.
    • students may also be asked to move from class to class so that they can observe more than just their own subjects.
    The period of operation: Participants may enroll at any time during the academic year ex-cluding December and June, minimum one week.
    The minimum number of applicants required: 1 student.

    For further information and application:
    Please e-mail info@fortunestart.ca
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Summer Camps

  • Nova Scotia International Student Program (NSISP) – ESL CAMP
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    Summer camp is designed for international students aged 13 – 18 and combines quality English instruction with exciting adventures and activities. During camp, students will enjoy activities like visits to Halifax – the capital city of Nova Scotia; Lunenburg – a UNESCO World Heritage Site; and local attractions like Anthony Park for mud sliding and Maitland for the world-famous tidal bore rafting.
    The period of operation: From one to eight weeks in July and August
    The minimum number of applicants required: 1 student.

    For further information and application:

    Please e-mail info@fortunestart.ca
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