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Since 1980, Destination Canada - International English Summer Language Program has provided thousands of students from all parts of the globe with an unparalleled educational and cultural experience.
12/24/2025
From our family at Destination Canada to yours, we wish you a very Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and a Happy New Year filled with love, health and adventure.
As 2025 comes to an end, we are thankful for the connections, memories, and work we shared this year. Thank you for being part of our story, we look forward to continuing our journey together in 2026! ✨🇨🇦🎄
What an incredible summer it’s been!! It’s hard to believe, but in just two days, the 2025 camp season will come to a close.
This year, we welcomed 300 international students to Canada’s capital, where they worked hard to improve their English, explored Canadian culture, and formed friendships that reached across the globe. From classroom moments to weekend adventures, this summer has been full of learning, laughter, and connection.
To our students, tour leaders, agents, and the families who chose our program, THANK YOU!! You have all been part of what made this summer so special.
✨ Here’s a glimpse into the unforgettable moments from this summer full of fun, friendship, and unforgettable experiences!!
08/02/2025
Last night, we celebrated another group of students as they completed their English program. We’re so proud of their hard work, growth, and the friendships they’ve built along the way.
Congratulations to all the students!!🎓🍁
08/01/2025
The 45th annual Staff vs. Students soccer game brought the energy once again! For the second year in a row, the staff took the win with a final score of 1–0!! What a match! ⚽️
Hats off to the students for their impressive effort and sportsmanship. A big thank you to everyone cheering from the sidelines! 👏
📸 Swipe through for some of our favourite moments from the match.
07/30/2025
The 2025 Olympic Games at Destination Canada were an unforgettable highlight of the summer!
From epic chants to wild cheers and creative costumes, every student gave it their all in the competition. The team spirit was off the charts, and best of all, everyone had a blast! ☀️🙌
A massive congrats to our champions: 🎉🔥
🥇 Rulemakers (Juniors)
🥇 Pitbulls (Seniors)
07/27/2025
Our 45th Anniversary Celebration was a night to remember! 🎉
From dancing to laughing with friends at the photo booth, our students came together to celebrate an unforgettable summer at camp.
If you want to see the full gallery of photo booth memories, just click the link and use the password '2025' to access all the photos! 📸✨
https://flashphotoboothottawa.smugmug.com/Destination-2025
07/26/2025
⛴️ Celebrating on the Ottawa River!
This week, we took our students on a boat cruise to celebrate their achievements and the incredible progress they’ve made during their time at camp. A perfect way to enjoy the view and reflect on a great summer so far!
07/26/2025
After an inspiring round of speeches from 21 semi-finalists, six outstanding finalists took the stage last night at the Destination Canada International Speech Competition, presenting in front of the entire camp!!
Each speaker brought something unique, and we’re incredibly proud of the effort, courage, and passion shown by all who participated.
We’re excited to congratulate the two winners of the 2025 International Speech Competition:
Senior: Auguste Kliveckaite - Lithuania 🇱🇹
Junior: Emilia Uribe Galván - Mexico 🇲🇽
07/24/2025
Tonight, we celebrated our students’ achievement in completing the English program, and we could not be more proud of all they’ve accomplished!!
A heartfelt thank you to the students, their families, the tour conductors, and our incredible staff for making these past few weeks so meaningful. It’s been a joy to watch friendships grow, confidence build, and lasting memories take shape.
We wish our departing students all the best, and hope they leave with not only improved English, but unforgettable experiences from their time here in Ottawa!!!
07/24/2025
We’re excited to announce the talented students who have made it to the finals of our 45th Annual International Speech Competition! These students have impressed with their clarity, creativity, and confidence, and we can’t wait to hear more.
Junior Finalists:
Emilia Uribe Galavan (Mexico)
Philip Luking (Germany)
Yeonjae Park (Korea)
Senior Finalists:
Liepa Marija Stravskyte (Lithuania)
Auguste Kliveckaite (Lithuania)
Michele Belsky (Germany)
📺 Join us live tomorrow, July 24th at 7pm to watch the semi-final speeches and cheer them on as they take the stage!
07/21/2025
From Niagara Falls and the Skylon Tower to Canada’s Wonderland and the CN Tower, the first group made the most of their adventure, checking off some of Canada’s most iconic sights.🍁🇨🇦
Here’s a look back at some of their highlights!