Sprott Shaw College

A Message from our President

It is in times of challenge when human character is questioned most.  The COVID-19 Coronavirus is one of those times.
As the world responds to a situation changing by the minute, and as we progress through the pandemic confirmed last week by the World Health Organization, we are provided with the opportunity to see the humanity in life and strive for what is right.  All of us will be faced with a Fight or Flight decision.  We cannot control what others do, but we can control what we do.
In this time of uncertainty, where the unknown is causing fear and anxiety, let’s pause, breathe and look at the greater good.  This is not a time to give in to fear and to sacrifice the good of others for ourselves.  It is not a time to hoard, hate or place blame.  It is a time to show consideration; to act caringly; and to work together to move through and overcome the challenges we face.  It is a time for our communities, country and world to unite – this disease knows no boundaries and we must work together to contain, control and ultimately defeat it.
We all have an important role to play as we move forward.  We need to remain calm, remain educated and stay informed.  We need to think and consider the needs of others as we move through our daily lives which includes what we purchase and what we post.  We also need to keep living.  For many Canadians, that means accepting social distancing but still taking advantage of life through walks, human connection and appropriate communication using social networks.
We will experience a range of emotions as we transgress through the days and weeks ahead – and that is normal and to be expected.  But let’s work together to try and make the best decisions that reflect the true human character and the best traits of humanity. This challenge will pass and let us know that we played our role in supporting the containment of the virus and in making decisions that demonstrated living our lives in selfless ways where we cared for the needs of others the same as ourselves.

Respectfully,

Sprott-Shaw offers a wide range of activities during and after class that are fun, interesting, and most of all educational experience for international students. Our teachers and staff encourage students to participate in various conversations and communicative activities, celebrations of International and Canadian holidays, student clubs, sports teams, alumni associations, and tutoring/exchange programs.
Students are also encouraged to experience the wonderfully multi-cultural environment in Vancouver, the natural beauty and history of Victoria, the great outdoors and friendly people of Kamloops, and all of the great adventures throughout Canada.

CANADA DAY – July 1st  
Sprott Shaw College is a proud Canadian institution. Every July 1st, we enjoy feeling and expressing the Canadian spirit through a variety of festivities like: parades, open concerts, fireworks, food fairs, and more! Sprott Shaw staff and students also join each other each year to have fun and celebrate Canada’s special day. We can’t wait to welcome you to our community and have some fun!
FESTIVAL DEL SOL – Every July
There is no better place to experience multiculturalism than in Vancouver. To embody our international spirit and celebrate our diverse student body, Sprott Shaw staff and students participate in various cultural activities each year in many different roles: spectators, volunteers, or participants.
Earlier this year, we celebrated Vancouver’s Latin American community in general, and our Latin American students in particular at Festival Del Sol. It was truly an occasion of rich and joyful cultural music, games, cuisine, and traditions for those who attended.
SOCCER TOURNAMENT– Every Summer
Sprott Shaw always encourages healthy competition among students, while wanting them to learn to work cohesively as a team. To do so, there is no better lesson than having students participate in sports events such as the Carnaval Del Sol Soccer Tournament sponsored by LatinVancouver.