School Districts Welcome:
Located in the southern central region of British Columbia, Canada, School District No. 83, North Okanagan-Shuswap, is situated in an area that is known around the world for its incredible scenery and unlimited variety of adventure, excitement, and outdoor activities that awaits you year-round. The district consists of the four communities of Salmon Arm, Armstrong, Sicamous, and Enderby with each having its own unique charm, outstanding educational institutions, and access to close-by recreational activities. If you are interested in down-hill skiing, mountain biking, horseback riding, hockey, rugby, etc., then this is the district for you!
Nearest Airport:
Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
Students participating in the North Okanagan-Shuswap International Education program can experience an excellent assortment of academic and elective courses during their stay.
With smaller high schools, students have the unique opportunity to be actively involved and engaged in school musical and theatrical productions, as well as sports teams and clubs.
Our school district is located in one of the most popular outdoor adventure locations in Canada. People travel from all over the world to experience our lakes, ski hills, mountain bike trails etc.
In the North Okanagan-Shuswap, students can choose from one of our five high schools. Each of our schools has excellent facilities for science, art, theater, athletics, music providing students with many academic and elective choices. Each school is slightly different from the others, reflecting the interests and needs of their students.
Our schools offer many opportunities to play sports such as basketball, volleyball, soccer, football, rugby, tennis, golf, mountain biking, and skiing. Not all schools offer all sports. Students who want to play a particular sport should confirm if that sport is offered at the school they are interested in.
Academies, French Immersion, Trips
The North Okanagan-Shuswap is developing a Mountain Biking Academy for 2020-21. Schools plan a variety of optional field trips every year.
Ice Hockey
Mountain Biking
Mountain Biking
School Operator: State School
Program Established: 2019
Total number of schools: 26
Total Students: 6000
Number of High schools for international students: 5
Total international students grade 9-12: 37
Grades: K - 12
International students accepted for: 10, 11, 12
Foreign Languages: French, French Immersion, Spanish, Japanese
Info: Salmon Arm Secondary offers a two-track French-Immersion program for students. All schools offer French as a second language. Salmon Arm Secondary offers Spanish and Japanese as second languages.
Entrance Dates: September, February, flexible entrance upon request and availability
Length of stay: 3 months/Term, 5 months/semester, 10 months/full year, until graduation
Application Deadlines: Jan 15 & July 15 but students who apply by April 15 will have better course selection opportunities
Application Process: Online Application Forms, Letter of Acceptance, Online English test
Website: isp.sd83.bc.ca/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/sd83isphomestay
Location: City, small-town
Info: Welcome to the North Okanagan-Shuswap International Education Program!
Improve your English, learn about and experience Canadian culture, explore the outdoors and make lifelong friends. The North Okanagan-Shuswap International Student Program provides an excellent learning experience in a safe and beautiful environment in one of the mildest climates in Canada. Students who choose to participate in our program can enjoy extra-curricular opportunities at the school as well as access the many opportunities available in the surrounding areas. Whether your passion is school sports, downhill skiing, x-country skiing, mountain biking, horseback riding, hiking or some other activity we can help you pursue your interests.
Number of courses / system: Semestered
Accomodation: Homestay
Info: The school district manages our homestay program. Our international students live with Canadian families where English is the main language spoken in the home. Our host families are carefully selected and matched with international students who have similar interests as much as is possible. Students will meet with our homestay coordinator shortly after arrival. The homestay coordinator works with students and homestay families to ensure that everyone has the best experience possible. All of the homestay neighborhoods are very safe.
| High School | Total Enrolment | Website |
|---|---|---|
| A.L. Fortune Secondary | 300 | alf.sd83.bc.ca/ |
| Eagle River Secondary | 150 | ers.sd83.bc.ca/ |
| J.L. Jackson Secondary | 600 | jlj.sd83.bc.ca/ |
| Pleasant Valley Secondary | 500 | pvs.sd83.bc.ca/ |
| Salmon Arm Secondary | 600 | sas.sd83.bc.ca/ |
| Application Fee | CAD 200 | EUR 135,44 |
| Full Year Tuition Fee | CAD 14000 | EUR 9480,60 |
| Semester Tuition Fee | CAD 7000 | EUR 4740,30 |
| Annual Homestay Placement Fee | CAD 0 | EUR 0,00 |
| Homestay Monthly Fee | CAD 1000 | EUR 677,19 |
| Health Insurance Monthly Fee | CAD 120 | EUR 81,26 |
| Annual Custodianship Fee | CAD 0 | EUR 0,00 |
| Airport Pick-up Fee | CAD 0 | EUR 0,00 |
| Total Semester Fees | CAD 13200 | EUR 8938,85 |
| Total Annual Fees | CAD 25400 | EUR 17200,51 |
Please calculate additional costs for
Airfare approx. Euro 1200 to Euro 1700
Study Permit approx. Euro 180
Pocket money approx. Euro 250 to 300/month
If applicable additional health/accident/third part liability insurance
Health Insurance: mandatory
Guard Me/ BC Medical Services Plan
Info: Please note the lower prices for two of our schools: A. L. Fortune and Eagle River Secondary - $12000 per year or $6000 per semester.
valid for school year 2024/25
Please note that the program description is very much reduced. All information, in particular on the fee-structure, is based on the information provided by the individual Canadian program and is subject to change / as at 11/2023
