CILFO

Activities

At CILFO we know that students don't just come to Canada to study. Getting out, having fun, and exploring your new environment are big parts of your learning experience. Included in your course fees is a Friday afternoon activity in or around the city of Ottawa. We also provide activities throughout the week, as well as weekend getaways. Some examples (depending on the season) include:

  • Skating on the famous Rideau Canal (winter season and weather permitting)
  • Boat tours on the famous Rideau Canal
  • Ottawa river boat cruises
  • Biking/Hiking along the many trails in Gatineau Park
  • Tour of Parliament Hill
  • Ottawa's famous Byward Market area
  • National Arts Centre
  • Great Canadian Theatre Company
  • Ottawa Senators Hockey
  • Rideau Centre Shopping
  • Comedy Clubs
  • RCMP (Royal Canadian Mounted Police) Musical Ride
  • Concerts and Plays
  • Movie Theatres
  • Bowling
  • Sound and Light Show
  • International Jazz festival
  • Bluesfest
  • Central Canada Exhibition, a.k.a "SuperEX"
  • International Fireworks festival
  • Various weekend trips to Montreal/Toronto/Kingston, etc.
The Market - Selling Maple Syrup Downtown Ottawa - Chateau Laurier Hotel
The Market - Selling Flowers
Parliament Buildings
The Market - Selling Trinkets
Rideau Canal locks overlooking the Ottawa River and Gatineau Quebec