Sometimes we get so caught up in the day-to-day grind that we forget to plan for the future. Your college experience is important, but you also need to be prepared for life after you graduate. Read on to discover some of the things you should be thinking about before you finish college. Get your Resume […]
We recently reached out to our CTC students and graduates to ask them what they love about learning at CTC and working in the tourism and hospitality industries. Read on to meet some of them and learn about their educational and professional experience! Mae – CTC Graduate How does your CTC program prepare you for […]
You’ve heard it before; these are unprecedented times. It’s understandable that many of us are feeling anxious, worried, lonely, and uncertain about what the future will bring. You are not alone! Read on for tips on ways you can cope with any struggles you may be having during these times of social distancing and voluntary […]
We’re sure that you’ve heard this before, but we are all in this together. Curious about how you can help others during the COVID-19 crisis? Read on. Support a local business At this point, many local businesses have had to downsize or close completely. Some ways that you can help to keep these businesses alive […]
While we navigate the current situation with COVID-19 and adjust to the practice of social distancing, there has never been a better time to consider learning online. While staying at home every day has it’s challenges, there is also an opportunity for self-improvement and personal growth. Getting your education online is one way you can […]
At CTC we believe that an experiential, hands-on education plays a critical role in learning and retaining information. This is why our programs include behind-the-scenes visits to relevant local businesses, practicums, and optional co-op components that give students that opportunity to earn money while gaining experience in their field. This year, we took it a step […]
‘If we value the pursuit of knowledge we must be free to follow wherever the search may lead us’. This has always been one of my favorite quotes. With the heart of a traveler and the mind of a student, I took a giant leap forward to explore the world through joining the Travel & […]
Hello everyone! I have not done a blog entry in so long and I am so sorry about that! These few months have been so busy. I have not had the time. So much has happened since my last blog entry and I’m going to tell you about those things in this post. Let’s start […]
What does success as a school look like? When our Fall 2018 valedictorian Taylor sent a photo of her first flight with Flair Airlines, our Flight Attendant instructor Christina of course responded with pride and excitement. Being a social media enthusiast, Christina was quick to share it on Instagram right away! But there was something […]
It’s almost 2019, and you know what that means. Inevitably, someone is going to ask you what your New Year’s resolutions are. It’s likely that one or more of your resolutions involve self-improvement, such as “eat healthier”, “read more books” or “study more efficiently”. While these are all great objectives, it is a well-known fact […]
Hey everyone! Another month has passed and boy oh boy has it been a busy month. It has not been easy but I will continue to keep my head up because I know that there is a bigger goal ahead of me that I have to reach. I will continue to keep pushing to reach […]
Hello everyone! I am halfway through my first year! Time flies by so fast. I want the school year to end and I am ready to graduate but at the same time I don’t think I’m quite ready to make CTC a part of my past. I don’t know if I am ready to be […]
Hey there to all reading this right now. If you have been following all of my other blogs then by now you can predict that this school is pretty amazing. This is month 5 now and you’re probably wondering if I still feel the same way about the school or if things have gotten harder […]
The quote “The best things happen unexpectedly” sums up my journey with CTC perfectly. I came to Canada 12 months ago not knowing where to live or what school to go to. However, I did know my goal which is to work in the hotel industry. A family friend recommended CTC and I became part […]
It has now been 4 months since I first started going to this school and honestly it just keeps getting better as time goes on. Some days I look forward to coming here, and who can really say that about school really? Coming to this school, it is an amazing learning experience without the stress […]
As the year comes to a close … This will be my final blog as a Canadian Tourism College student. My time here is just about at its end. It has been quite the journey over the past year. I have met some amazing individuals who have become like one big family to me. The […]
It’s summertime and things are looking as bright as the sun. This month has been so eventful. My class got a little bigger and we had some amazing adventures as well. This month we took a trip to Canada Place to view some of the cruise ships and we also took a tour of the […]
Work-Life Balance Work-life balance is a hot topic these days. If you are a student, an employee, or both, it’s something that you will inevitably have to deal with. Technology can keep us in touch with the rest of the world 24 hours a day, so it’s easy to work well beyond the hours that […]
During World destinations in our Travel and Tourism course we have learned about a vast number of attractions and destinations we had no previous knowledge of. I’ve asked a few of my classmates to share one attraction or destination they have learned about, would like to visit and why it appeals to them. Maica […]
I would MOST DEFINITELY recommend CTC to anyone that is interested in the travel and tourism industry. They are the most well-known college in the area with amazing staff working for them. They will support you throughout your journey and even far after you’ve graduated. If you’re having second thoughts or doubting that you should […]
