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1. CLIMATE
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Toronto has a temperate climate. Spring is
generally nice with temperatures between 5~10˚C. Summers in Toronto are warm, with temperatures typically in the
25~30˚C range. Fall in Toronto is cool, with temperatures usually between 5~10˚C. Winter temperatures are usually below freezing, with an average temperature
of -3~ -5˚C. Please come prepared with appropriate clothing for the weather.
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2. INSURANCE
Health Insurance (OHIP) is no longer provided free of charge by
the Ontario government. All foreign students on student visas must ensure that
they have private health insurance when they arrive in Canada. Otherwise,
students may purchase insurance upon arrival at school. The prices vary
depending on the type of insurance that they need. The cost is based on the
student's age and the sum to be insured. An average amount would be about $
90.00 - 100.00 (CAD $) per month.
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EXPENSES
You should allow for weekly expenditures of at least
$75-$100 (CAD$). This includes extra meals, the cost of transportation and any
other extra-curricular activities. Light refreshments, such as sandwiches and
soft drinks, can be obtained from cafeterias near the school.
4. TRANSPORTATION
From Lester B. Pearson
International Airport to downtown Toronto:
Taxi: CD$ 40 to $50
Bus:
CD$10.00
Airport Pick-up: CD$100
Airport Drop-off: CD $ 50
If you
would prefer to be picked up at the airport by a representative of Omnicom
School of Languages, please send us the following information as least two weeks
before your arrival:
a. Your flight number and name of your airline
b. The
exact date and time of your arrival
c. A recent photograph of
yourself
Please confirm your flight information one week before arrival.
Without confirmation we will not guarantee airport pick up.
The most common
type of transportation for students is the subway and bus (TTC). Students can buy a monthly
Metropass for $ 98.75 (CAD). This gives them unlimited travel.
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What you'll need to know... General Information.
