DAILY SCHEDULE

Day1: Tuesday August 18

2:55pm:
Arrive at Vancouver International Airport by NH116 21:55/14:55 from Haneda, Japan
4:10pm:

Group will meet a guide at welcome figure (wood carving sculpture) and depart Vancouver Airport

5:30pm:

Arrive at Howe Sound Secondary school, Squamish, British Columbia

Students will be met by their host families and enjoy a welcome reception.

5:40pm:

5:55pm:
6:15pm:

Opening words by Angela Isaac, Program Coordinator

Greetings from Shimizu town
Japanese Teacher: Mr. Chikara Ikeda
Japanese Student: TBA
Host Family / Student Matching / Refreshments
Students will return home with families to settle in for the exciting days ahead

Day 2: Wednesday August 19

9:00am:
ESL class.
12:00pm:
We will depart for Squamish Cityhall.
(Lunch will provide by city hall this day. Host family will give students some snack.)
Students will have an opportunity to visit City Hall and meet with Acting Mayor, and students will
receive a community orientation. On your orientation you will learn about the different industries
in your small town and what makes the community in which you are staying unique.
*** Mayors schedules subject to change.
12:30pm:

2:00-2:45pm:
4:00pm:

Students arrive at Squamish City hall

Pizza Lunch with Acting Mayor followed by Greetings, Q&A and gift exchange. Students will have
photo opportunity in the Municipal Hall.
Tour of the Library
Return to host family

Day 3: Thursday August 20

9:00am:
ESL class.
12:00pm:
Lunch
1:00pm:
Students will visit Shannon Falls Provincial Park that is one of the most popular picnics along the
entire Sea to Sky corridor. Located on the east side of Highway 99 just south of Stawamus Chief

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Mountain, extensive picnic grounds surround the base of BCs third-highest waterfall (335m)
Students will ride Sea to sky Gondola. It will provide sweeping views of Howe Sound fjord, the
majestic coastal forest and surrounding mountains. Every gondola cabin will have a maximum
capacity of 8 passengers and a level entrance/exit point, making them wheelchair and stroller
accessible. The gondolas were custom made by Austrian manufacturer, Doppelmayr, and have
comfortable padded seats and floor to ceiling glass windows for maximum views. The ride up and
down will be a thrilling adventure for all ages and will provide new views of Shannon Falls and
the famous Squamish Chief climbing area.
Return to host family

Day 4: Friday August 21

9:00am:
ESL class.
12:00pm:
Lunch
1:00pm:
This afternoon students will learn about how Canadians celebrate one of Canadas National
Holidays. They will learn about how the holiday is celebrated by Canadian families and have the
opportunity to take part through games, creating traditional crafts, and decorations that relate to
that holiday. This may include Easter Eggs, Halloween Masks and Christmas decorations. This
will provide students with insight into the Canadian lifestyle and some of the national events that
take place
4:00pm:
Return to host family
Day 5: Saturday August 22
Enjoy the weekends with your host family
Special note:
Shimizu-cho and local Japanese community will invite Students and their host family for Cultural fair.
Host family will give students ride to and from Squamish Seniors Centre.
Time: 10:30am 12:00pm
Location: Squamish Seniors Centre
1201 Village Green Way, Squamish, BC V8b 0S2
Day 6: Sunday August 23
Enjoy the weekends with your host family
Day 7: Monday August 24
9:00am:
This morning students will board the coach and enjoy a full day sightseeing in Whistler
Students will stop by Brandywine Falls Park and enjoy the view of stunning falls and the trail.
Have a lunch break there. (Students will have bagged lunch from homestay)
12:30pm:
Student will visit Whistler Village and enjoy shopping!
3:00pm:
Students will board the coach and depart for host community.

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4:00pm:

5:15pm:

5:20pm:
5:30pm:
5:40pm:
6:10pm

Arrive at Adventure Centre. Students will take this time to make some decorations and crafts to
help decorate the room in preparation for this evenings party. They will have time to practice their
performances or set up their displays depending on how they choose to express their thanks to
their host families and the host community, Squamish.
Students and their host families will gather for a farewell party. Refreshments will be served
and there will be presentations of certificates and performances by the students.
Welcome Remarks Angela Issac
Japanese Cultural Presentation by students
Words from Shimizu Town
Japanese Teacher: Mr. Chikara Ikeda
Japanese Student: TBA
Refreshments
Clean up-Students and Families Depart for home

Day 8: Tuesday August 25(Please give students packed lunch for this day too)
9:00am:
Students will say good bye to host families and depart for Vancouver sightseeing.
Students will board the coach and enjoy sightseeing in Vancouver. Students will visit Granville
Island, Stanley Park and Gastown.
Stanley Park is recognized around the globe as one of the great parks of the world! Vancouver's
first park and one of the city's main tourist attractions, Stanley Park is an evergreen oasis of 400
hectares (1,000 acres) close to the downtown core. Its natural west coast atmosphere offering a
back drop of majestic cedar, hemlock and fir trees embraces visitors and transports them to an
environment rich in tranquility. The park abounds in wildlife and its features appeal to the
naturalist, the plant lover or one who would do nothing more than relax in beautiful surroundings.
A seawall walkway meanders along the park's perimeter, with beautiful views of the city skyline,
the harbour, beaches, and the spectacular North Shore Mountains.
Established the same year that Canada became a nation, Gastown grew into Canadas third
largest city and one of its most cosmopolitan. But the Gastown district today retains its historic
charm, independent spirit and distinctiveness. Theres no mistaking Gastown for any other area
of Vancouver, or of Canada for that matter. Historic Gastown, a tangle of cobble-stoned.
Granville Island was once an industrial wasteland is a thriving hub for Vancouverites and
visitors alike. You'll find artists' studios, galleries, theatres, nightclubs, restaurants, and Granville
Island Brewing. In summer, wandering buskers and street performers delight the crowds. Stop by
the Granville Island Public Market for freshly picked produce, seafood straight off the boats,
gourmet foods, and tasty delights from the bakeries. Students will have lunch at Granville Island.
2:30pm:

Arrive at Vancouver International Airport. Flight is NH115 (YVR/NHD 16:50/19:00+)

****Schedule****(Subject to change due to traffic and unexpected events.)
9:00 Depart Host Community
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10:00 Totem pole park at Stanley park (must use washroom)

10:45 Depart Totem pole park- to Gastown
12:20 Depart to Granville Island
14:00 Departure
14:30 Arrive at Vancouver International Airport

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