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Our International Education Team


International Students living in Powell River and attending school benefit from an established support program. Once students arrive in Canada, a team of International Student Advisors is available to ease the strain of adapting to a new culture and language. 


The International Education Program Team consists of:

Director of International Student Program - Brin Bymin

International Student Program Administrator - Michelle Doyle

Homestay Coordinator - Dana Sanderson

English Language Teacher - Trevor Sytnick

School Counsellor - Gerry Brach


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These advisors assist in settling into their new home and family, school environment and classes, and community. They provide a comprehensive orientation followed by ongoing community building and support activities. They assist with such things as course selection, academic success, behaviour expectations at home and school, post-secondary school applications, getting involved in activities, culture shock,  mental health and wellness, and personal counselling when needed.


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Other supports include:

  • Supportive and dedicated teachers ready to assist international students. 
  • Peer Tutoring available at lunch and help arranging outside tutoring.
  • Group of Canadian Buddies and service students. 
  • School staff including assistants, administrators, teachers and counsellors who get to know the international students and take on a joint responsibility to care for our international students. 
  • Extra-curricular club leaders, coaches, and staff.

To ensure an active and supportive social community, events such as term end parties, dinners, seasonal trips, fun-Fridays and numerous recreational activities are arranged by international program support staff throughout the school year.  



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