No matter how far you've traveled
you can find a piece of home here.
welcome to the community!
We are happy to have you here! Whether you are an enrolled student physically in Toronto or studying virtually….or simply getting to know us, we are glad you are here. Take a look around and discover our growing CCHS community!
top 5 tips on adjusting to a new country
Coming to another country is not easy, it is natural to be nervous thinking about how you will adapt here. You thought that you might get a little bit lost but worry not, in this article, we’ll tell you some tips that will help you to adjust to a new country as an international student!
a taste of home
Known for being the most multicultural city in the world, one way to get to know Toronto and its people is through different ethnic foods which will help cure your homesickness.
adjusting to virtual learning
We understand how daunting online classes can be for some people. Keep reading our tips and etiquette list to make your virtual learning be more manageable.
making new friends
Join a community
The internet is a great way to meet new people in the beginning and when the ice has broken, you may feel comfortable eventually meet in-person.
Start small
You can reach out to acquaintances who are now living the same area as you are. See if there are opportunities to reconnect and cliques you can join.
Be available
Accept invitations to go out for a birthday or a holiday party. Parties or events are the places you’ll make a high quantity of new friends and who knows, a quality relationship of your own.
Attend a worskshop
Have a passion in playing the drums or pottery making? A workshop serves as a central avenue that gathers like-minded people.
Volunteer
Not only will you get to spread kindness and compassion, you will also meet compassionate people who may share similar interests.
Be open-minded
Don’t judge. Sometimes you have a preset notion of the kind of friend you want. Give the friendship a chance to blossom. More importantly, give yourself a chance with this budding friendship.
