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Differences between Colds Flu and H1N1

2009-10-28T15:21:00.004-04:00

Symptom Differences between Colds, Flu and H1N1 Flu

Fever
Fever is rare with a cold.
Fever is usually present with the flu in up to 80% of all flu cases.
A temperature of 100°F or higher for 3 to 4 days is associated with the H1N1 flu.

Coughing
A hacking, productive (mucus- producing) cough is often present with a cold.
A non-productive (non-mucus producing) cough is usually present with the H1N1 flu
(sometimes referred to as dry cough).

Aches
Slight body aches and pains can be part of a cold.
Severe aches and pains are common with the H1N1 flu.

Stuffy Nose
Stuffy nose is commonly present with a cold and typically clears within a week.
Stuffy nose is not commonly present with the H1N1 flu.

Chills
Chills are uncommon with a cold.
60% of people who have the H1N1 flu experience chills.

Tiredness
Tiredness is fairly mild with a cold.
Tiredness is moderate to severe with the H1N1 flu.

Sneezing
Sneezing is commonly present with a cold.
Sneezing is not common with the H1N1 flu.

Sudden Symptoms
Cold symptoms tend to develop over a few days.
The H1N1 flu has a rapid onset within 3-6 hours.
The flu hits hard and includes sudden symptoms like high fever, aches and pains.

Headache
A headache is fairly uncommon with a cold.
A headache is very common with the H1N1 flu, present in 80% of flu cases.

Sore Throat
Sore throat is commonly present with a cold.
The latest Toronto teen death started with a sore throat.

Chest Discomfort
Chest discomfort is mild to moderate with a cold.
Chest discomfort is often severe with the H1N1 flu.

One way to stop the spread of the H1N1 epidemic is to spread prevention awareness .

Dr. Goyal, an Intensivist and Thyroid specialist tells that the most common portals of entry are the nostrils and mouth/throat.

In a global epidemic of this nature, it's almost impossible to not come into contact with H1N1 in spite of all precautions.

Contact with H1N1 is not so much of a problem as proliferation is.

Dr Goyal recommends that while you are still healthy and not showing any symptoms of H1N1 infection, in order to prevent H1N1 proliferation some very simple steps can be practiced:

1. Frequent hand-washing.

2. "Hands-off-the-face" approach. Resist all temptations to touch any part of face.

3. *Gargle twice a day with warm salt water (use Listerine if you don't trust salt) (adults only). *H1N1 takes 2-3 days after initial infection in the throat/nasal cavity to proliferate and show characteristic symptoms. Simple gargling prevents proliferation. In a way, gargling with salt water has the same effect on a healthy individual that Tamiflu has on an infected one. Don't underestimate this simple, inexpensive and powerful preventative method.

4. Similar to 3 above, *clean your nostrils at least once every day with warm salt water. *Not everybody may be good at using a Neti pot, but *blowing the nose hard once a day and swabbing both nostrils with cotton swabs dipped in warm salt water is very effective in bringing down viral population.*

5. *Boost your natural immunity with foods that are rich in Vitamin C. *If you have to supplement with Vitamin C tablets, make sure that it also has Zinc to boost absorption.

6. *Drink as much of warm liquids (tea, coffee, etc) as you can. *Drinking warm liquids has the same effect as gargling, but in the reverse direction. They wash off proliferating viruses from the throat into the stomach where they cannot survive, proliferate or do any harm.

7. Take Vitamin C with Zinc, B Complex and Vitamin D when you travel before and after flights for a few days.

Our thanks to Michell Moore for this contribution

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Use the G R O W Model to organize Yourself

2009-10-23T20:37:00.001-04:00

Use the G R O W Model to organize Yourself

I do not actually set New Years resolutions. I believe in continuous goal-setting as opposed to creating a `wish-list' on December 31st.

However this year I was happy to discuss the coaching model that I use for goal identification and planning for my clients. It is called the G.R.O.W. model.

This is not just mine. Many coaches use it, or some variant of it. Here is what I use this acronym for and what I explained on CBC Newsworld national TV a couple days ago. I hope you enjoy it and find it useful for self-coaching and also for helping others around you take the next steps on the path to more success.

G – Goals.
What are your new goals and how do they mesh with your current goals already in place? This is where you establish your vision of where you want to be in life. Are those goals SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and time-based) or as I mentioned in last year's interview, are they BEST (believable, enthusiastic, specific and time-limited)?

R – Reality.
What is your current reality? What is your environment like at work and at home? Where are you now, at the starting point, and why do you want or need to achieve these identified goals?

O – Opportunities.
Some people use this letter for `obstacles', but I prefer the more positive word `opportunities' . What have you tried before that helped or hurt your goal achievement? What opportunities can you take advantage of now, around you, to achieve your goals? Are there courses, books, workshops, seminars, coaches or mentors? Will work subsidize professional development training for you? If you do not ask you will not know what their policy or budget is.

W – Willingness.
Again some other coaches use this letter to refer to the `wrap-up' stage, which is fine, but I prefer to be a little more specific and call it `willingness' . This is the very important stage of figuring out your current motivation for each of your goals. Write them down, from all different areas (financial, health, professional, communicative, etc.) and then assign a number to each one, based on your motivation to achieve it, on a scale of 1-10. Anything less than a 7 will be difficult to achieve at this point. Use your momentum and focus on the top 2 or 3 goals that have an 8 or above answer.

With your new priority list organize an action plan and get to work!

P.S. – There is a giveaway Ebooklet called "How to Achieve Goals" that you can check out here to get advice and understanding on goals: http://stores. lulu.com/ commcoach1 .

Author: Ric Phillips

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June 10, 2009 H1N1 Flu Updates for Travel

2009-06-11T12:30:00.004-04:00

About the H1N1 Flu Virus (Human Swine Flu)

The H1N1 flu virus is caused by a new strain of the influenza A H1N1 virus. It is a new flu virus of swine origin that has never been previously detected in either human or swine. This new virus is being detected among humans and is currently being spread from person-to-person.

H1N1 Flu Virus Symptoms
Usually includes symptoms similar to seasonal influenza (flu) including headache, chills, cough followed by fever, loss of appetite, muscle aches and fatigue, runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes and throat irritation. Nausea, vomiting and diarrhea may occur in adults as well as in children. In more severe cases, or in people with chronic conditions, complications such as pneumonia may develop.

Recommendations for travellers

Wash your hands frequently - By washing your hands with soap under warm running water, you will reduce your chance of getting the flu. Alcohol-based hand gel can also be used if soap and water are not readily available. It's a good idea to keep some with you in your pocket or purse when you travel.

Practice proper cough and sneeze etiquette - Cover your mouth and/or nose to reduce the spread of germs. Remember to wash your hands afterwards.

Try to avoid close contact with people who appear to have a respiratory illness.
Monitor the World Health Organization website frequently for updates on the situation and recommendations.

Pay attention to local government and public health announcements movement restrictions and prevention recommendations.

If you are at risk of severe illness from influenza (for example, persons with chronic conditions such as diabetes, lung disease, heart disease, elderly or children under 2 years of age), see your health care provider before you travel.

If you are ill with respiratory illness either before you leave Canada or while abroad, you should delay your travel.

Travellers returning to Canada from countries where the H1N1 flu virus is occurring and who develop symptoms of H1N1 flu virus, especially high fever, are advised to follow recommendations in the Monitor Your Health section.
link: http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/tmp-pmv/2009/hsf-outside_na-090529-eng.php#monitor

This travel health notice is being provided by the Public Health Agency of Canada in response to the recent outbreak of H1N1 flu virus. This document has been developed to protect the health of Canadian travellers.
Link: http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/tmp-pmv/2009/hsf-outside_na-090529-eng.php

Summary of laboratory-confirmed cases of H1N1 flu virus reported to the Public Health Agency of Canada, by the provinces and territories as of June 10, 2009 at 15:00 EDT.

Province/New Cases/Total Cases/Deaths
British Columbia 6 151 0
Alberta 24 195 1
Saskatchewan 11 221 0
Manitoba 16 56 0
Ontario 339 1562 2
Quebec 64 611 1
New Brunswick 0 2 0
Nova Scotia 2 78 0
Prince Edward Island 0 3 0
Newfoundland 0 0 0
Yukon 0 1 0
Northwest Territories 0 2 0
Nunavut 71 96 0
Total 533 2978 4

The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) is committed to sharing information about H1N1 flu virus cases with Canadians. Confirmed cases are posted Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 16:00 EDT.

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Shop at Outlet Malls to Save Money

2009-03-09T14:40:00.006-04:00

Yes it is time to get ready for spring and summer in Toronto Canada.

The weather is bouncing from minus 20 degrees to plus 5 degrees and leaving us all confused. Really what to wear - from snow to rain and minus to plus all in the same day.

The best way to shop is to go to one of the outlet malls and buy for all three variations of precipitation and temperature.

The first suggestion is the Dixie Outlet Mall located in Mississauga. The Dixie Outlet Mall is located in Mississauga, Ontario, at 1250 South Service Road off the Q.E.W. Dixie has over 140 international and national brand name stores with great bargain prices.

Category Listing

Accessories
Children's Fashions
Department Stores Drugs,
Cosmetics And Health
Food Services
Footwear
General Merchandise And Stationery
Home Furnishings
Leisure And Recreation
Mall Entertainment
Women's Men's Unisex And Specialty Fashions

Use the Mississauga Transit

Dixie Outlet Mall is serviced by three routes:
· Route 4 - Applewood
· Route 5 - Dixie
· Route 85 - Dixie Express

All three routes drop off at the same stop on Dixie's parking lot. The bus loop is immediately adjacent to the Burger King restaurant in the southeast parking lot, just off Dixie Road South. Service begins at approximately 5:00 a.m. daily and ends at approximately 12:00 a.m. Buses run every 20 minutes during peak hours and every 20-45 minutes during off-peak hours.

Use the Go Transit

On the Lakeshore West Line Exit the GO train at Long Branch station. Take the Mississauga Transit bus service from Long Branch station. The Route 5 northbound will take you directly to Dixie Outlet Mall.

For additional mall info
http://dixieoutletmall.shopping.ca

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5 tips for Improving Cross-Cultural Communication

2008-12-26T13:26:00.006-05:00

From cross-cultural specialists Don Rutherford and Lionel Laroche in Recruiting, Retaining and Promoting Culturally Different Employees.

Entrepreneurs can employ tactics that can help to minimize difficulties and ensure they retain and capitalize on the ideas and skills from culturally diverse employees.

Here are five suggestions for how to make life easier for such employees:

1 - Simplify your message by using less complex sentence structure and vocabulary.

2 - Try to slow down your delivery and articulate each word more clearly. Avoid contractions such as “gonna” and “wanna.”

3 - Watch for nonverbal clues, such as body language, that indicate your message is not getting through.

4 - Use visual aids such as PowerPoint or charts during presentations or explanations. Employees may not be familiar with Canadian acronyms or jargon or slang English terms. These can be easily learned.

5 - Consider providing ESL courses for the non-native English speakers on your team. ESL Courses designed to cover specific industry terminology, and improve the four basic English skills.

Read the complete article:
http://www.canadianbusiness.com/entrepreneur/human_resources/article.jsp?content=20070411_115358_3340

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Store Closings Make Gift Cards Worth Less

2008-11-19T21:34:00.001-05:00

Before you do any holiday shopping take a look at the store list below.

PLEASE PASS THIS LIST ON TO ALL YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS.

There are lots of retail stores that are closing due to the credit crunch and the undeclared recession and the fact that people are just not shopping.

If you have any "gift cards" from these stores, make sure you use them "ASAP", or you will lose them. Keep these stores in mind, because you do not want to purchase a gift card for someone that won't be able to use it. Watch out for store money cards, gift cards and credit slips.

Retail Stores that informed the Security Exchange Commission of closing plans between October 2008 and January 2009.

Circuit City stores... most recent bankruptcy

Ann Taylor- 117 stores nationwide are to be shuttered

Lane Bryant,, Fashion Bug ,and Catherine's to close 150 store nationwide

Eddie Bauer to close stores 27 stores and more after January

Cache will close all stores

Talbots closing down all stores

J. Jill closing all stores

GAP closing 85 stores

Footlocker closing 140 stores more to close after January

Wickes Furniture closing down

Levitz closing down remaining stores

Bombay closing remaining stores

Zales closing down 82 stores and 105 after January.

Whitehall closing all stores

Piercing Pagoda closing all stores

Disney closing 98 stores and will close more after January.

Home Depot closing 15 stores 1 in NJ ( New Brunswick )

Macys to close 9 stores after January

Linens and Things closing all stores

Movie Galley Closing all stores

Pacific Sunware closing stores

Pep Boys Closing 33 stores

Sprint/ Nextel closing 133 stores

JC Penney closing a number of stores after January

Ethan Allen closing down 12 stores.

Wilson Leather closing down all stores

Sharper Image closing down all stores

K B Toys closing 356 stores

Lowes to close down some stores

Dillard's to close some stores.

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Link to TLC Travel Language Culture Network language exchanges, travel, immigration, employment, shopping, homestay and professional services

Link to Sentence Master English Writing Game that helps students improve English
grammar, English vocabulary, writing phrases, clauses and complete English sentences.

How to Shop for Hostels in Canada

2008-10-31T11:02:00.001-04:00

There are a wide range of hostels right across Canada. Hostels in Canada can be converted old houses, rooming houses, hotels, warehouses, farms or factories. Travelers can choose what type of hostel experience they want from small and intimate to large and busy.

When shopping for a hostel the first item to look for is the style of rooms.

Hostels can be a series of dormitory style rooms or single rooms or a combination of single rooms and dormitory style rooms. The single or sometimes called private rooms can be for 1 person, a couple, family of 3, 4, 5 or 6 people. The dormitory style rooms are usually from six to 20 beds in a very large shared room.

The second item to look for is the pricing for the hostel. Some hostels charge per person per night and some charge by the room. Usually the price for a dormitory style room is from $15 to 25 per night per person. Usually private rooms start at $40. for single rooms.

The prices for hostels in busy tourist locations like Whistler BC, Banff and Jasper Alberta and the larger cities like Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal are the most expensive. The smaller locations like Niagara Falls, Ottawa and Quebec are usually less expensive.

The third item when shopping for hostels in Canada are the facilities. Does the hostel have private bathrooms with the private rooms. Are lockers available. Does the hostel supply all the bedding materials and towels. Are pay phones available, internet access, computers, a TV room a shared kitchen. Are any meals supplied. Is laundry available.

The fourth item is location of the hostel. Is the location close to the attractions you wish to visit, on a public transportation route and in a safe neighborhood.

When shopping for Canadian hostels - travelers should make a list - type of room - price range - minimum facilities - location - when choosing hostels.

When choosing hostels try to find someone who has stayed at the hostel or has posted a travel diary and maybe pictures of the hostel. It is good to have a second opinion.

Hostels can be excellent meeting places for travelers to exchange tips, short cuts and savings. Experienced travelers who share information can help you see the best attractions and maybe for less. Hostels often have ads from local travel services and attractions.

I have stayed at the Backpackers Hostel in Niagara Falls. It is five minutes away from the old downtown and bus station and a healthy 25 minute walk from the Falls. The hostel has 2 TV rooms, clean baths, men's and women's dorms and private rooms. The only problem is their internet is almost always down. They also provide breakfast in the price for the room. I like and recommend this hostel.

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schools, programs, instructors, free ESL English lessons, homestay, education coaching, consulting services, student resources, information and advice across Canada, North America

Link to TLC Travel Language Culture Network language exchanges, travel, immigration, employment, shopping, homestay and professional services

Link to Sentence Master English Writing Game that helps students improve English
grammar, English vocabulary, writing phrases, clauses and complete English sentences.

Links to Education Services in Canada

2008-10-11T15:52:00.003-04:00

How to Shop for Homestay Tutors

2008-06-12T10:34:00.003-04:00

ESL in Canada recommends private ESL English tutoring for international language students as the best instructional format.

The combination of professional homestay and ESL English tutoring is an ideal learning opportunity for international students.

Look for the Network Club "How to shop for the best prices" Seminar.

Costs for the homestay tutor program:

Rooms are between $200 to $500 per four-week period
Meals are $300 per four-week period

Tutoring costs are:
Plan A : 20 hours per month for $300 or
Plan B : 40 hours per month for $600 or
Plan C : 60 hours per month for $900

Books, reading materials, reference materials: $100
Registration fee: $150

Cost to the student is from $1,050 to $1,950 per four-week period. The homestay tutoring program will save students $300 to $800 each month and provide 30+ additional hours of individual attention each month.

The language students can also study TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, or Business English, for 2 hours per day with a specialist or at the local Board of Education continuing education programs or self-study at the Library or they can volunteer at the ESL in Canada Social club for free language exchanges.

Example Day Program for Homestay Tutor Program
7:30 AM wake up
8 AM Breakfast
9 - 11 AM Study class with tutor
12 Noon Lunch
2 - 5 PM Metro Reference Library - Language listening Laboratory
6 PM Supper
7:30 - 9 PM Continuing Education Classes
9 - 10:30 PM Homework and journals
10:30 PM lights out

Example Listing for Issac in Toronto
I have three rooms that are devoted to ESL students. The common areas are open concept, living room, dining room, and kitchen. I have a three-level house located directly across from the subway.

There is also a large backyard for summer bbq parties. I provide all meals for the students + I assist them with English. I also provide introductions into all of the various cultures of Canada.

We take tours into Quebec, Ottawa, and central Ontario. I do a lot of entertaining (huge dinner parties). During these events, the students are able to mingle with artists, academics and just plain folks.

During the warmer months, I encourage the students to bike and walk. We take cycling tours of Toronto's parks and we often pack a picnic lunch. In the evenings and weekends I take them with me (walking tours) as I do my shopping. This is an important tool of learning the basics in English and also how to mingle with Canadians ( I talk with strangers as I go through my daily duties). Most students don't know how to start a conversation with a stranger in public. I try to devote a large percentage of my time to the students. I enjoy helping the students to learn about Canada and Canadians.

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The Travel Language Culture Network organizes special member group prices, special events and activities to help provide visitors with both fun and educational programs. TLC recommendations assists club members with travel, language, culture, immigration, employment, shopping, homestay and professional services.

ESL in Canada provides admission services and agency services for excellent schools, teachers and private classes in Canada, the USA and some international locations. ESL in Canada is the only agency in Canada that inspects the ESL English schools, curriculum, programs, books, learning resources, and interviews teachers, to rank the suitability of ESL programs for students.

How to Shop for your TRIP to Canada

2008-04-24T08:55:00.001-04:00

How to Shop for your trip to Canada

The initial shopping services to start a Canada trip can be provided by travel agencies or airlines and should include health insurance and emergency services.

When planning your trip to Canada or the USA students have to consider the weather. Students may have to shop for winter clothes if they are staying in late fall or during the winter months.

To pre-plan your Canadian accommodation there are a wide variety of choices: homestay, homestay tutors, hostels, boarding residences, furnished Apartments, B & B's, hotels, flat rentals or longer term purchasing real estate.

To pre-plan your local transportation with a variety of options and choices: taxi and limousine services, airport buses, public transportation, car rentals, car leases or for longer term use purchase a car.

To pre-plan your Canadian financial services with: travelers cheques, banking services, bank accounts with debit cards and credit cards.

To pre-plan your Canadian telephone with local phone services, long distance phone services, long distance phone cards, cell phones and hard-wired or wireless internet service providers.

To pre-plan your computer with desktop or laptop computers and mobile computer devices. There are basic ISP internet connection formats dial-up or high speed, and hard-wired or wire-less.

To pre-plan your Canada study supplies with: school supplies, electronic dictionary and translator, text books, reading books, book stores, magazines, newspapers and online publications.

To pre-plan your meals with grocery stores, specialty food stores, restaurants and take out and food delivery. You can supplement your healthy lifestyle with personal trainers and health consultants, dieticians, exercise coaches, fitness and health clubs.

To pre-plan your Canadian shopping with locations of discount outlet malls, shopping malls, specialty stores, catalogue shopping and online internet shopping.

To pre-plan your entertainment and visits with lists of tourist attractions, professional sports teams, performing arts, dance and night clubs, radio, TV and cable, tours, cruises and study tours.

To stay longer in the USA or Canada you may want to consult with immigration services, immigration lawyers, investment in Canada entrepreneur programs, USA business immigration programs, business development program consultants, Business immigration programs, business lawyers, tax lawyers, retirement lawyers, retirement consultants, IRA, Roth IRA, RSP, RRSP and RESP advisors.

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Links to our favourite websites:

Link to ESL in Canada Directory of ESL English tutors, teachers, classes, lessons, Business English, Canada universities, colleges, schools, Canadian ESL English as a second language
schools, programs, instructors, free ESL English lessons, homestay, education coaching, consulting services, student resources, information and advice across Canada, North America

Link to TLC Travel Language Culture Network language exchanges, travel, immigration, employment, shopping, homestay and professional services

Link to Sentence Master English Writing Game that helps students improve English
grammar, English vocabulary, writing phrases, clauses and complete English sentences.

How to Choose the best ESL English School, Part 2

2008-04-18T16:52:00.003-04:00

How to Choose the best ESL English School, Part 2

Asking proper questions will help international ESL students choose better English language schools, save money, save time and lessen culture shock.

Students can make better choices after they can compare the answers from several ESL schools, and take a trial lesson at the English class where they would like to study.

QUESTIONS about ENGLISH LEVEL TESTING

Are the English skill level standards published for each level in the school?

Are international standardized English tests available for evaluations?

What happens if one of my English skills is advanced and one beginner?

Does the school have remedial skills programs for students?

What can I do if the school keeps me at a lower level without justification?

QUESTIONS ABOUT SCHOOL BOOKS

Are all textbooks and workbooks included in the price?

Do I get to keep the textbook and workbooks at the end of each class and level?

How many books do I have to buy, and what are the prices?

Can I buy the books at discounts from the book stores?

Are school library books available free for students to take home to study?

How many reference books are in the school library?

QUESTIONS ABOUT SCHOOL CLASSES

How many students in the classes? average per class? maximum allowed?

How many English levels does the school teach?

Are all students in the class at the same level?

What happens if there are only a few students for my level?

Do classes of different levels get joined together?

What happens if there are no classes that I like?

What are the age ranges for the classes?

What if I am in a class where the students just goof around?

What if a student is causing a disturbance?

Do the classes have an English only policy?

What can I do if the class does not follow the curriculum?

Questions ABOUT the SCHOOL CURRICULUM

Does the curriculum follow Ontario Ministry of Education or LINC guidelines?

Does the curriculum follow ETS TOEFL test Preparation guidelines?

How can I be sure the curriculum meets professional standards?

QUESTIONS about INSTRUCTIONAL PERFORMANCE

What is the average increase in TOEFL score after 1 month in class at this school?

What is the Pass/Fail ratio for Cambridge students at this school?

Does the school evaluate their own teachers?

Do the students rate the teachers instructional performance?

Are the school or student rankings for the teachers posted?

What is the average study time to increase English skills one level?

What guarantees will I receive about the quality of English instruction?

Original Post - Questions to Ask: http://www.eslincanada.com/questions.html

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The Travel Language Culture Network Club (TLC Club) organizes special member group prices, special events and activities to help provide visitors with both fun and educational programs. TLC recommendations assists club members with travel, language, culture, immigration, employment, shopping, homestay and professional services.

ESL in Canada provides admission services and agency services for excellent schools, teachers and private classes in Canada, the USA and some international locations. ESL in Canada is the only agency in Canada that inspects the ESL English schools, curriculum, programs, books, learning resources, and interviews teachers, to rank the suitability of ESL programs for students.

How to Shop in Canada

2008-04-13T11:31:00.001-04:00

When shopping in Canada remember the price you see is not the final price!

In Canada there are two taxes the GST (Federal Government Goods and Services Tax) and the PST (Provincial Sales Tax). The GST is the same rate all over Canada, the PST is the local rate for the province and yes they are all different.

As an example if you see something like a pen in a dollar store the sticker price will show the price as 1 dollar. When you go to the clerk at the cash register and the item is "rung up on the till" the price will be the 1 dollar plus the two taxes and you will have to pay the total amount. In Ontario the Federal GST is 5 percent and the PST is 8 percent so the total price of the pen is 1.13 with the added taxes.

In Canada there are different government taxes that are added to alcohol, gasoline, tobacco, hotel rooms and other targeted consumables. Always ask what taxes are included and what taxes are added for the items you wish to purchase. This will help you avoid final price surprises.

In Canada some restaurants, bars and hotels add a service fee to the final bill. This fee can be 10, 15, 20 or 25 percent and can shock shoppers if you were unaware of this additional service fee. Always ask if there is a service fee and what is the rate.

When shopping in Canada you have to compare prices as tax in or out and with or without a service fee.

Let's do an example.

If you want a coffee and see 2 prices ($1.25 all in from shop A) and you see a price of ($1.00 from shop B) you have to ask questions before buying your coffee.

A - $ 1.25 final price

B - $ 1.00 - plus service fee .20 plus GST .06 plus PST .09 final price $ 1.35

In Canada ask what taxes and service fees are included or added to the product price so that you can compare the products based on the final price.

go to the TLC site for additional information:
http://www.eslincanada.ca/shopping.html

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Links to our favourite websites

Link to ESL in Canada Directory of ESL English tutors, teachers, classes, lessons, Canada universities, colleges, schools, Business English, Canadian ESL English as a second language
schools, programs, instructors, free ESL English lessons, homestay, education coaching, consulting services, student resources, information and advice across Canada, North America

Link to TLC Travel Language Culture Network language exchanges, travel, immigration, employment, shopping, homestay and professional services

Link to Sentence Master English Writing Game that helps students improve English
grammar, English vocabulary, writing phrases, clauses and complete English sentences.

How to Shop in Canada

2008-04-03T11:13:00.003-04:00

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The Travel Language Culture Network Club (TLC Club) organizes special member group prices, special events and activities to help provide visitors with both fun and educational programs. TLC recommendations assists club members with travel, language, culture, immigration, employment, shopping, homestay and professional services.

ESL in Canada Directory lists:

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How to Choose the best ESL English School, Part1

2008-03-19T14:25:00.003-04:00

Asking proper questions will help students choose better schools, save money, save time and lessen culture shock.

Owners operate schools - it is important to know who owns the school - school ownership will influence how a school is operated.

QUESTIONS ABOUT SCHOOL OWNERSHIP

Who owns the school?
Are the owners Canadian? USA? UK? Australian? or another country?
Do the owners speak English?
Do the owners have formal university with education as their major?

Managers supervise schools - it is important to know who manges the school - school management will influence how a school is operated.

QUESTIONS ABOUT SCHOOL MANAGEMENT

Who manages the school?
Are the managers Canadian? USA? UK? Australian? or another country?
Do the managers speak English?
Do the managers have formal university with education as their major?

Academic Directors supervise teachers - it is important to know who supervises the teachers - Academic Directors will influence how teachers teach.

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE ACADEMIC DIRECTOR

Does the school have a full time Academic director?

Is the Academic director Canadian? USA? UK? Australian? or another country?

Does the Academic director speak English?

Does the Academic director have a masters degree with Education as the major?

Does the Academic director have teaching and curriculum development qualifications?

Does the Academic director design the curriculum for each class?

Does the Academic director evaluate all students for initial level placement?

Does the Academic director evaluate all students for on-going level placements?

For additional information about "How to choose an ESL School" go to the ESL in Canada Directory http://www.eslincanada.com

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The Travel Language Culture Network Club (TLC Club) organizes special member group prices, special events and activities to help provide visitors with both fun and educational programs. TLC recommendations assists club members with travel, language, culture, immigration, employment, shopping, homestay and professional services.

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How to Shop for Immigration Services

2008-03-03T22:56:00.004-05:00

The first task is to choose a program from the wide range of Canadian immigration services.

The Citizenship Program receives and processes applications for Canadian citizenship and grants Canadian citizenship to successful applicants.

The Host Program helps new permanent Canadian residents, refugees and protected persons adjust to life in Canada by matching them with Canadian volunteers who will assist them to carry out day to day functions in Canada.

The Permanent Resident Program provides information on immigrating to Canada and applying for Canadian permanent resident status. The Permanent Resident (PR) Card program issues PR Cards to permanent residents of Canada. The PR card holders must present this card when traveling by commercial carrier when traveling back into Canada.

The Resettlement Assistance Program helps individuals resettle in Canada by providing financial assistance and covers the costs of accommodations, essential clothing, household effects and other living expenses.

The Study Permits Program issues study permits (formerly "student authorizations") to eligible foreign students and provides information on the study permits application process.

The Temporary Resident Visa Program issues temporary resident visas either single entry visas or multiple entry visas and transit visas to eligible individuals and provides information on the Temporary Resident Visa Program application process.

The Travel Documents Program issues travel documents to individuals who have status in Canada. The Travel Documents Program also issues certificates of identity to legally landed persons.

The Work Permits Program issues work permits to eligible foreign workers who wish to work temporarily in Canada, provides information on the work permit application process, and issues visitor records for business visitors to Canada.

The second task is to apply yourself or choose to use an unpaid or paid representative.

The paid representatives must have both federal and provincial licenses and have to be in good standing with either the Canadian provincial or territorial law society, the Canadian Society of Immigration Consultants, or the Chambre des notaires du Québec.

The third task is to assemble and complete the correct application forms for the Canadian immigration program that you have chosen. You can do this yourself or use a representative to assist in the form completion process. You must submit application fees in advance to the Canadian government according to the CIC fee schedule before any processing occurs.

For additional info go to Original Post:
http://www.eslincanada.ca/immigrationservices.html

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The Travel Language Culture Network Club (TLC Club) organizes special member group prices, special events and activities to help provide visitors with both fun and educational programs. TLC recommendations assists club members with travel, language, culture, immigration, employment, shopping, homestay and professional services.

ESL in Canada Directory lists:

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How to Shop for Hostels in Canada

2008-02-22T19:33:00.002-05:00

There are a wide range of hostels right across Canada. Hostels in Canada can be converted old houses, rooming houses, hotels, warehouses, farms or factories. Travelers can choose what type of hostel experience they want from small and intimate to large and busy.

When shopping for a hostel the first item to look for is the style of rooms.

Hostels can be a series of dormitory style rooms or single rooms or a combination of single rooms and dormitory style rooms. The single or sometimes called private rooms can be for 1 person, a couple, family of 3, 4, 5 or 6 people. The dormitory style rooms are usually from six to 20 beds in a very large shared room.

The second item to look for is the pricing for the hostel. Some hostels charge per person per night and some charge by the room. Usually the price for a dormitory style room is from $15 to 25 per night per person. Usually private rooms start at $40. for single rooms.

The prices for hostels in busy tourist locations like Whistler BC, Banff and Jasper Alberta and the larger cities like Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal are the most expensive. The smaller locations like Niagara Falls, Ottawa and Quebec are usually less expensive.

The third item when shopping for hostels in Canada are the facilities. Does the hostel have private bathrooms with the private rooms. Are lockers available. Does the hostel supply all the bedding materials and towels. Are pay phones available, internet access, computers, a TV room a shared kitchen. Are any meals supplied. Is laundry available.

The fourth item is location of the hostel. Is the location close to the attractions you wish to visit, on a public transportation route and in a safe neighborhood.

When shopping for Canadian hostels - travelers should make a list - type of room - price range - minimum facilities - location - when choosing hostels.

When choosing hostels try to find someone who has stayed at the hostel or has posted a travel diary and maybe pictures of the hostel. It is good to have a second opinion.

Hostels can be excellent meeting places for travelers to exchange tips, short cuts and savings. Experienced travelers who share information can help you see the best attractions and maybe for less $. Hostels often have ads from local travel services and attractions.

I have stayed at the Backpackers Hostel in Niagara Falls. It is five minutes away from the old downtown and bus station and a healthy 25 minute walk from the Falls. The hostel has 2 TV rooms, clean baths, men's and women's dorms and private rooms. They also provide breakfast in the price for the room. I like and recommend this hostel.

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New Club ID Card
The New Travel Language Culture Network Club Card will help students obtain language training, shopping and travel discounts, special group discounts and access to events and activities for TLC Club members. TLC is negotiating with national, regional and local suppliers to obtain club recognition for group shopping discounts and benefits. Watch for news announcements.

Use the Registration form to Join

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Travel Language Culture Network Club BLOG URL
http://tlc-network-club.blogspot.com/

The Travel Language Culture Network Club (TLC Club) organizes special member group prices, special events and activities to help provide visitors with both fun and educational programs. TLC recommendations assists club members with travel, language, culture, immigration, employment, shopping, homestay and professional services.

ESL in Canada Directory lists:

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Site Map TLC Network Club

2008-02-16T00:02:00.007-05:00

Site Map TLC Network Club

TLC Network Club Language Exchange

TLC Network Club Language Exchange
Students will be matched who wish to speak a second language. Students who speak English as a first language and wish to speak another language will be matched with Students who speak the other language as a first language. Speakers of Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Korean, Japanese, German, Russian, Chinese, French, and others will be matched to Native English speakers who wish to practice their second language.

TLC Network Club Blog

TLC Network Club Blog
The Club organizes ESL English language exchanges, educational workshops and seminars. International students, language students, new Canadians, visitors to Canada and volunteers are welcome to join in Toronto, Canada. The Club will evolve to include networking activities and start to organize events to assist club members with shopping recommendations and discounts, immigration, employment, travel and education.

English provides true global communications with access to information, techniques and methodology. Just think of any door. English may be the key. Many doors in the world "music, business, science, movies, arts, computers, medicine, travel" are opened with English. This site provides ESl links, classes and programs for students interested in job training; professional work in science, computers, engineering, accounting, medicine; international trade, import/exports, investments, finance, travelers and tourists to Canada and other english speaking countries; arts and culture enthusiasts and english for special purposes.

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Travel Language Culture Network Club BLOG URL
http://tlc-network-club.blogspot.com/

The Travel Language Culture Network Club (TLC Club) organizes special member group prices, special events and activities to help provide visitors with both fun and educational programs. TLC recommendations assists club members with travel, language, culture, immigration, employment, shopping, homestay and professional services.

How to shop for Winter Clothes

2008-02-11T15:58:00.002-05:00

The far northern and southern countries all have four seasons. In Canada and the USA we have names for the four seasons: winter, spring, summer and fall.

The changing weather means that students and visitors must be prepared for the seasonal changes in temperatures. Students must bring or purchase clothing suitable for each of the seasons that they will experience. If the student is staying longer than two months then they should be prepared for the change in seasons.

If the student is visiting during June and July be prepared for summer, if visiting August and September be prepared for Fall. The transitions from Fall to Winter can be dramatic as the temperature can drop from 20 degrees C one day to minus 5 degrees C the next. So this two month period requires students to be prepared both for Fall and Winter conditions.

In many of the countries located near the Equator where there is very little seasonal changes and the temperatures usually stay in the tropical range the available selection of winter clothing is usually non-existent. This can be a problem for students traveling to the countries during the winter season. It is difficult for the students to be prepared for the cold temperatures.

The other problem is that after the students have finished studying in the winter - the winter clothes will have no real use back in the student's tropical home.

For the very rich students and visitors - this is not a problem. They can go to the designer shops and pay $2,500 for boots and $20,000 for a custom winter coat and $1000 each for winter outfits and presto they are ready for anything winter throws at them. The rich can afford to put everything in storage - just in case they go on a North or South Pole expedition some day.

For the rest of the world buying clothes that you really need only once is a waste of money. My suggestion is to help a vary famous Charity organization in Canada or the USA.

In Toronto there are several "Goodwill" stores that sell used clothing that has been donated and refurbished by dis-advantaged workers and trainees. The money from purchases is used to fund the charity. It is an excellent organization and the prices for the clothing is very low.

I suggest that students buy coats, sweaters, pullovers, pants, thermal wear, hats, gloves, scarves and some boots from the very large and low priced selection of winter clothes.

When the winter is finished and there is no need for the clothing you can donate the clothes back to Goodwill - they will fix anything up for the next person. This means that you do not have to pack and take this very heavy clothing back to where it is not needed.

You can be prepared for winter and help an excellent charity.

In countries where the temperature drops to zero degrees C usually students from the warmer countries have to wear three layers. This usually consists of a thermal undershirt, shirt and sweater. When going outside students need a good outer coat able to insulate you from very cold temperatures. When outside at zero degrees you need three layers and a coat, hat, gloves and scarf.

When the temperature drops down to the minus 5 or minus 10 degree range then students start to wear four layers thermal undershirt, shirt, sweater and pullover sweater. When going outside students need the four layers plus a good outer coat, hat, gloves and scarf able to insulate you from the very cold temperatures and maybe the wind chill effect.

Networking Club information and recommendations will assist club members when shopping for winter clothes. Look for the Network Club "How to shop for the best prices" Seminar.

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The Travel Language Culture Network Club (TLC Club) organizes special member group prices, special events and activities to help provide visitors with both fun and educational programs. TLC recommendations assists club members with travel, language, culture, immigration, employment, shopping, homestay and professional services.

ESL in Canada Directory lists:

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Welcome to the Travel Language Culture Network Club

2008-02-01T21:02:00.002-05:00

Welcome to the Travel Language Culture Network Club

The Travel Language Culture Network Club will organize special group prices, events, activities, educational programs and assist club members with travel, immigration, employment, shopping, homestay and professional services.

TLC memberships are available to Canadian and international language students and teachers, homestay providers and language education suppliers.

Travel Language Culture Network Club Shopping Recommendations and Discounts

The Network Club will organize special member group prices, special events and activities to help provide TLC Members with both fun and educational programs. Network Club recommendations will assist club members with travel, immigration, employment, shopping, homestay and professional services.

The TLC Network Club will publish the shopping recommendations and discounts based on their on-site inspections, research, analysis, expert evaluations and industry comparisons. We will try to establish a fair and open criteria from the consumer point of view.

Go to our Recommendations Page to see the initial information and recommendations.

Use the Registration form to Join

Travel Language Culture Network Club Language Exchange

The Network Club organizes ESL English language exchanges, fun activities and seminars for ESL English and international students, language students, new Canadians, visitors to
Canada, student interns and volunteers to practice English and international language skills, meet new friends and enjoy life in Toronto, Canada.

Go to our Language Exchange Page and join the ESL in Canada Language Exchange programs.

Use the Registration form to Join

Travel Language Culture Network Club Internships

The TLC Club provides Canadian work experience internships for students. Students can use the
registration form to apply. Several of the ESL in Canada/TLC interns have already enjoyed free travel trips as part of their internship.

Pictures of Sayaka on the wonderful TNT Tour of Quebec, Montreal and Ottawa.

Pictures of Sayaka, Suzi, Serina and Jung Min on the wonderful Magic Bus Tour of Niagara Falls.

How to Shop for Fitness Clubs

2008-01-17T16:16:00.002-05:00

TLC Networking Club information and recommendations will assist club members when making fitness club purchase decisions.

Fitness clubs can be found in all shapes and sizes and offering a wide range of services.

Regular fitness gyms consist of free weights and machines for resistance training and step, treadmill, bike and rowing cardio equipment for aerobic exercise. The larger facility fitness clubs offer a wider range of cardio training such as group exercise classes, pools for swimming laps and running tracks.

Full fitness clubs offer several complete lines of training equipment such as Nautalis, Bally, Hammer, Lifefitness, group exercise classes which include weight training, step, yoga, pilates, spinning and high/low cardio cross training.

Some fitness clubs overlap with sports training and offer classes in running, boxing, mixed martial arts, sports conditioning training, strength flexibility and endurance training for sports participation.

Some fitness clubs overlap with spa and esthetic services and offer a variety of massage, stress reduction, skin, hair and cosmetic services.

Some fitness clubs overlap with restaurant diet and nutrition services and offer special fitness oriented snacks, meals, diet products, meal replacement, energy supplements and sit-down have a full meal facilities.

Some fitness clubs are networking locations and offer access to medical specialists, dietitians, spas, therapists and whatever may be required by the members.

There are huge international and national fitness chains with locations right across Canada. Some of these clubs have completely computerized systems that can tell you date, time, and location of your workouts. There are mom and pop fitness clubs with one location, no computers, old equipment and no group classes.

When choosing your fitness club the considerations should be convenient location, price, type of fitness club, type of equipment, type of classes, range of services and club atmosphere.

You must ask yourself some questions about the club

Is the club clean and well maintained?

Is the club too busy?

Is qualified help available?

is the fitness club staff nice and helpful?

Can I see myself working out here at this club in 2 months, 6 months and one year?

The TLC Club is negotiating with a select few fitness clubs to offer a special group rate for both teachers and students. Look for the announcements of price and locations.

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The Travel Language Culture Network Club (TLC Club) organizes special member group prices, special events and activities to help provide visitors with both fun and educational programs. TLC recommendations assists club members with travel, language, culture, immigration, employment, shopping, homestay and professional services.

ESL in Canada Directory lists:

Canadian ESL English schools university colleges high schools teachers tutors and
English as a second language programs classes lessons seminars workshops games

Language Exchanges Wanted 4

2007-12-15T15:53:00.002-05:00

Listings for Language Exchanges sent to TLC

We have omitted contact info to prevent spam going to members.

Please use the registration form if you wish to practice your English or practice any of the other major international languages.

We also have language teachers and language classes available for students who desire formal English or international language training.

Thank You
Travel Language Culture Network Club

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Full Name: Rene
First Language as a Native Speaker: English
Second Language you wish to practice: Mandarin
Age: 25 Male
Education: Account Tech.
Major or Main interest in School: woodworking and machine shop classes
Type of Work and job description: aviation paint prep.
Do you like sports: boxing, hockey
like: rock concerts, classic rock, the simpsons,
Other activities or Hobbies or Interests: biking, rollerblading
Best time to language exchange for 1 hour:
mon-fri 7-10pm, sat-sun anytime in the day.

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Hi, I am interested in a language exchange.
Name: Sarah
English is my native language.
I wish to exchange English for Spanish.
I'm 25. Female.
I have a diploma in Journalism.
I am currently not working.
I love hockey and some football.
I like dance and movies.
I listen to all types of music, love Friends and CSI, action movies and comedy and eat lots of pasta.
I love dogs and work with them. I also like scuba diving, reading and hiking.
I am flexible with my time and am available all day.

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I'm interested in this language exchange program.
Below are my information.

Ken L. - Vancouver
1st langauage- english
2nd langauge- practise mandarin
male
denturist program
all kinds of sports, reading, computers

thanks
Ken

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Full Name: Jennifer
First Language as a Native Speaker: English
Second Language you wish to practice: Mandarin (will also consider
Cantonese)
Age: 26 Female
Education: BA (Wilfrid Laurier); MA (UBC)
Major in School: politics;
Sports: Rugby
Work : Investment/Finance Research
Do you like sports: Hockey, Rugby, Golf, Tennis
Do you like: Theatre: Plays and Musicals, Art
Foods: Thai, Greek, Indian,
Chinese: Szechuan, Shangahiese;
Music: Alternative, Classical;
TV: The Simpsons, Curb Your Enthusiasm;
Movies: Anything Directed by Woody Allen and Guy Ritchie
Other activities or Hobbies or Interests: Asian culture, art, politics,
Best days and time to language exchange for 1 hour.
Weekdays: Evenings, more flexible during summer months

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Name: Nicole
1st Language: English
2nd Languages I want to practice: Japanese & Portugeuse
Age: 28 Female
Education: BA, MA Candidate: Global Environmental Politics
Work: Student & Teacher
Sports: basketball, sailing, kayaking, snowboarding
Like: movies, theatre, art
Music: Jazz, Techno, 80's

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Mandarin Chinese Language Classes for January 2008

Our new Mandarin class will start on the 7 th of January, 2008.
Evening Times: 6:30 -8:00 pm.
3-5 students in the class.

Three months program, 48 hours total.
Tuition is $485, Plus book.$15.

We also have
1. Business Mandarin.
2. Daily Mandarin
3. Mandarin speaking and writing class.
4. Chinese cuisine
5. China study Mandarin camp and tour

We can design: one-on-one class, Small group class and membership classes.

Please use the registration form to register or ask questions

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Travel Language Culture Network Club BLOG URL
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The Travel Language Culture Network Club (TLC Club) organizes special member group prices, special events and activities to help provide visitors with both fun and educational programs. TLC recommendations assists club members with travel, language, culture, immigration, employment, shopping, homestay and professional services.

ESL in Canada Directory lists:

Canadian ESL English schools university colleges high schools teachers tutors and
English as a second language programs classes lessons seminars workshops games

Language Exchanges Wanted 3

2007-11-24T13:39:00.002-05:00

Listings for Language Exchanges sent to TLC

We have omitted contact info to prevent spam going to members.

Please use the registration form if you wish to practice your English or practice any of the other major international languages.

We also have language teachers and language classes available for students who desire formal English or international language training.

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I'd be very interested to participate in an English - Mandarin language exchange in Toronto. My profile:

name: David
native lang: English
wish to learn: Mandarin
age: 35 male
education: Ph.D. student
job: technical writer / university instructor
interests: books, theatre, movies, food, travel, etc.
best time for language exchanges: evenings or weekends

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Full Name: Micah
First Language as a Native Speaker - English
Second Language you wish to practice. - Mandarin (or Cantonese)
Age 26 Male
Education Level- OSSD and OAC
Major or Main interest in School - philosophy
Work: Kitchen Manager
Sports: rock climbing, Yoga, Martial Arts
Like Dance, Opera, Theatre, Art
Music: elecrtonic, folk, hip hop, clasical, etc.
Movies: i just saw "A Very Long Engagement" it was pretty good.
Foods: healthy, simple, organic
Interests: reading, learning, improving
Best days and time to language exchange for 1 hour. - flexible

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name: Jillian
first language: English
exchange for lessons in Mandarin
Age: I am 28 female
Work: teach piano to students of various ages and levels.
Education: Jazz Studies, ARCT Performance diploma from the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto.
Sports: martial arts
Interests: reading books and seeing movies.
I am available to exchange languages on Mon. mornings/early afternoons, Wed. mornings/early afternoons, Fri. mornings/early afternoons, Sat. late afternoons, or Sun. afternoons.

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name: Darren
First language: English
Exchange for: Japanese
Age: 29 Male
Education: University Design
Work: Design
Sports: Yes, snowboarding, baseball, basketball, cycling
Like art, film
Favorite Music, Hiphop, Trance, Drum & Bass, electronic.
Favorite Movies: independant or art films.
Interests: Mountain Biking, Photography, art
Best days and time to language exchange for 1 hour: M-F after 6pm. Sat-Sun: anytime but depends on the week. I am looking for a language exchange partner so I can continue to study Japanese, something that I require for my job. I am just starting taking Japanese classes in Toronto. I have studied Japanese for 4 years and have a conversational level of proficency.

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Full Name: Christian
First Language as a Native Speaker: English
Second Language you wish to practice: French
Age 29 Male
Education Level: University, BA. MBA.
Major in School: Politics/Economics
Work: Business Analyst - IT
Sports, running, ultimate frisbee, basketball
I like Dance, Opera, Theatre, Art,
Favorite Music: all kinds except country,
TV shows: discovery channel, learning channel, history channel.
Movies: hollywood, european, asian,
Foods: all kinds
Interests: travel, learning about other cultures
Best days and time to language exchange for 1 hour: evenings, weekends

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Name: Ken
First Language: English
Wish to practice: Korean
Age: 31 Male
Education: BA Major in Science
Work: Design
Sports: Tennis, cycling, hiking, walking
Like: Theatre, Art
Enjoy most music
Some TV shows, all Movies,
Any type of food
Best times for language ecxchanges: After 7:00pm weekday and any time on weekend for language exchange.

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Mandarin Chinese Language Classes for January 2008

Our new Mandarin class will start on the 7 th of January, 2008.
Evening Times: 6:30 -8:00 pm.
3-5 students in the class.

Three months program, 48 hours total.
Tuition is $485, Plus book.$15.

We also have
1. Business Mandarin.
2. Daily Mandarin
3. Mandarin speaking and writing class.
4. Chinese cuisine
5. China study Mandarin camp and tour

We can design: one-on-one class, Small group class and membership classes.

Please use the registration form to register or ask questions

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Travel Language Culture Network Club BLOG URL
http://tlc-network-club.blogspot.com/

The Travel Language Culture Network Club (TLC Club) organizes special member group prices, special events and activities to help provide visitors with both fun and educational programs. TLC recommendations assists club members with travel, language, culture, immigration, employment, shopping, homestay and professional services.

ESL in Canada Directory lists:

Canadian ESL English schools university colleges high schools teachers tutors and
English as a second language programs classes lessons seminars workshops games

Language Exchanges Wanted 2

2007-11-22T14:13:00.001-05:00

Listings for Language Exchanges sent to TLC

We have omitted contact info to prevent spam going to members.

Please use the registration form if you wish to practice your English or practice any of the other major international languages.

We also have language teachers and language classes available for students who desire formal English or international language training.

Thank You
Travel Language Culture Network Club

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Language Exchanges Wanted

Name: Jesse
First Language: English
Wish to practive Mandarin or Japanese
Male Age 24
B Commerce (University of Guelph)
Major: Hospitality and Tourism Management
Work: Securties/Brokerage Industry
I watch all sorts of sports, especially Hockey and Basketball. I play tennis, squash, basketball and hockey.
I'm not the best dancer... But, I do love to try!
I like hip hop, jazz, rap, rock (many things!). I have a very broad pallet... So, finding something to eat is never a problem!
I love to workout, read, socialize with friends, cook...
Can offer an hour any time after 5:30 - Monday to Friday and weekends are open

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Full Name : Renard
First Language as a Native Speaker ; English
Second Language you wish to practice. : Chinese Mandarin
Age : 34 Male
Education Level: M.Com.
Major or Main interest in School : Management
Type of Work and job description : Banker
Do you like sports: Yes cricket
Do you like Dance: Yes dance
Love Music, all kinds
Interests : Reading
Best days and time to language exchange for 1 hour. Evenings, weekends,
I would like to do this as a hobby and enjoy teaching English to students.

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Full Name: Jandu
First Language as a Native Speaker: English
Second Language you wish to practice. Japanese - beginner level
Age : 33 Male
Education Level: 3rd year University
Major or Main interest in School : Management
Work: Regional Sales Manager
Do you like sports: Grand Prix level motorcycle racing
Like : well made movies , Any music, vegetarian food, no tv
Other activities or Hobbies or Interests: Japan,
Management, Technology, Innovation etc
Best days and time to language exchange for 1 hour.: weekends, nights

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My name is Russel
First Language is English
Second language I wish to practice is Japanese
Age. 38 Male
York University B.A. Major Geography
I play rugby and basketball and like swimming
Like Rock music
like to watch eduacational prog. on tv
I like dance, theatre and art
Like to travel
Language exchanges on weekends even weekday evenings are ok

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Full Name: Alain
First Languages as a Native Speaker: English and French
Second Language you wish to practice: Korean
Age: 34 Male
Education Level: B.A. (History/Religious Studies), Dipl. Computer
Programming
Major or Main interest in School: History
Type of Work and job description: Computer Programmer
I LOVE sports. Playing and watching Hockey, football, baseball, golf, tennis...
I love Shakespeare... I try to go to Stratford every year.
Favourite Music: Pop and rock
TV shows: I don't watch much TV... other than sporting events
Love movies.... favs: Shawshank, Fisher King, Pulp Fiction, etc.
Foods: All
Interests: hiking, rollerblading... outdoors stuff.
Also, reading classic literature and writing fiction
Best days and time to language exchange for 1 hour: weekday evenings or Sundays

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Mandarin Chinese Language Classes for January 2008

Our new Mandarin class will start on the 7 th of January, 2008.
Evening Times: 6:30 -8:00 pm.
3-5 students in the class.

Three months program, 48 hours total.
Tuition is $485, Plus book.$15.

We also have
1. Business Mandarin.
2. Daily Mandarin
3. Mandarin speaking and writing class.
4. Chinese cuisine
5. China study Mandarin camp and tour

We can design: one-on-one class, Small group class and membership classes.

Please use the registration form to register or ask questions

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Travel Language Culture Network Club BLOG URL
http://tlc-network-club.blogspot.com/

The Travel Language Culture Network Club (TLC Club) organizes special member group prices, special events and activities to help provide visitors with both fun and educational programs. TLC recommendations assists club members with travel, language, culture, immigration, employment, shopping, homestay and professional services.

ESL in Canada Directory lists:

Canadian ESL English schools university colleges high schools teachers tutors and
English as a second language programs classes lessons seminars workshops games

Language Exchanges Wanted

2007-11-21T10:28:00.001-05:00

Listings for Language Exchanges sent to TLC

We have omitted contact info to prevent spam going to members.

Please use the registration form if you wish to practice your English or practice any of the other major international languages.

We also have language teachers and language classes available for students who desire formal English or international language training.

Thank You
Travel Language Culture Network Club

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Full Name : KC
First Language as a Native Speaker : English
Second Language you wish to practice : Cantonese
Age : 33 Male
Education Level : University BA
Major : engineering
Type of Work : designer
Do you like sports : badminton
Do you like Dance, Opera, Theatre, Art? theatre
Average Computer time per week? 10
Language exchange for 1 hour : weeknight or weekend afternoon

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Full Name: Jason
First Language as a Native Speaker: English
Second Language you wish to practice: Korean
Age:23 Male
Education Level: University, BA.
Major or Main interest in School: Finance, Japanese minor
Type of Work and job description: Underwriter for Mortgage Investment Company
Do you like sport: Tennis, Golf
Do you like: Movies: I like all movies
Favorite Music: Rain Foods: Korean
Average Computer time per week: 50+ hours
Other activities or Hobbies or Interests: korean music
Best days and time to language exchange for 1 hour: Weekends anytime

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Full Name: Brandon
Native Language: English
Would like to learn Mandarin
Age: 21 Male
Education: 2nd Year University of Toronto
Major: Engineer
Likes badminton, ping pong, tennis.
I am available on weekday afternoons and early evening in Toronto, and free on weekends in Mississauga.

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Name: Brock
1st language is English
I would like to learn Japanese and Thai
Age: 29 Male
Education: BA
Major was English
ESL Teacher in Asia
I enjoy snowboarding and longboarding
I am a music and movie fan
My favorite TV show is the Daily Show
I am available after 6pm on weekdays and all day
weekends

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Full Name: Kevin
First Language as a Native Speaker: English
Second Language you wish to practice: Mandarin
Age: 27 Male
Education: B.Sc.
Major or Main interest in School: Physics, Space Science
job: Technical Specialist, Spacecraft Instrumentation
sports: Volleyball
like Dance, Opera, Theatre, Art, other: all of the above :-)
Music: R&B, House, Pop, Hip Hop
TV shows: Simpsons, Family Guy, That 70's Show
Movies: Rush Hour 1 and 2, Men In Black 1 and 2, Star Wars, Shrek, Crouching
Tiger Hidden Dragon
Foods: Don't have any particular favourite but I'll try anything once. :-)
Interests: model trains, astronomy, space technology, boating, roller blading
Best time to language exchange for 1 hour: Sun, Mon or Tues evenings, Saturday

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Name: SAN
First Language: English
Second language which I wish to practice: Mandarin
Age: 33 Male
Education: MBA
Major: Marketing and Finance
Type of work: Marketing Manager
Sports: Tennis
Computer time per week: 30 hours
Best time for language exchange: Evenings

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Mandarin Chinese Language Classes for January 2008

Our new Mandarin class will start on the 7 th of January, 2008.
Evening Times: 6:30 -8:00 pm.
3-5 students in the class.

Three months program, 48 hours total.
Tuition is $485, Plus book.$15.

We also have
1. Business Mandarin.
2. Daily Mandarin
3. Mandarin speaking and writing class.
4. Chinese cuisine
5. China study Mandarin camp and tour

We can design: one-on-one class, Small group class and membership classes.

Please use the registration form to register or ask questions

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See 6 Toronto Attractions with City Pass

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Hello TLC Members

The Toronto CityPass is available for sale at the ticket windows at each participating attraction in Canadian Dollars $59 CAD adult & $39 CAD youth.

The CN Tower is the World's 2nd Tallest Building and Wonder of the Modern World and is Canada's most celebrated architectural triumph offering Toronto's most spectacular views! Visit the Look Out Level at 1,136 ft/346 m, Sky Pod - the World's Highest Man-made Observation Level at 1,465 ft/447 m, or test your nerve on the Glass Floor at 1,122 ft/342 m above the ground!

Explore Casa Loma featuring unique architecture, beautifully furnished rooms, secret passages, towers and an 800-foot tunnel to luxurious stables. Magnificent estate gardens surround the Casa Loma castle and are in bloom May through October. Film about Sir Henry Pellatt and a self guided digital audio tour are included.

The Ontario Science Centre transforms the way in which people see the world around them through interactive exhibitions and science demonstrations. Visit the Weston Family Innovation Centre - featuring current science and technology. Bring the kids to KidSpark, a unique discovery playground for children ages 1 to 8.

The Royal Ontario Museum features galleries of ancient Egypt, arms and armour, China, Japan, Canada's First Peoples and more. In June 2007, the new Michael Lee-Chin Crystal opened. Look for galleries of dinosaurs, mammals, textiles and early North American settlers.

Voted "Favourite Toronto Attraction!" see 5,000 animals and 460 species within 710 acres of beautiful Rouge Valley. The Toronto Zoo offers 5 indoor pavilions and outdoor trails, ponds and beautiful floral displays. Explore the 30-acre award winning African Savanna and Gorilla Rainforest, the largest indoor gorilla rainforest exhibit in North America. Don't miss the NEW Great Barrier Reef Exhibit.

Experience the Hockey Hall of Fame that defines Canada's game and a sport that has been adopted by over 80 countries. Home of the STANLEY CUP, the Hockey Hall of Fame has something for everyone: state-of-the-art games, interactive exhibits, larger-than-life statues, replica dressing room and rink zone, theatres and hockey's most interesting artifacts.

If you are a visitor to Toronto this is an excellent value for 6 of Toronto attractions.

Total Combined Admission Prices:
Adult
$113.55 CAD
$113.88 USD
Youth
$74.94 CAD
$75.16 USD

CityPass Price
Adult
$59.17 USD
$59.00 CAD
Youth
$39.11 USD
$39.00 CAD

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