The 5th Annual Conference 2009: Host Schools
Appleby College
Appleby College is an independent school for more than 750 young men and women in Grades 7 to 12. Founded in 1911, Appleby offers a university preparatory education to both boarding and day students. The curriculum offers an exceptionally diverse education that combines rigorous academics with dynamic arts, athletics and community service. For more information, visit: www.appleby.on.ca.
Fern Hill School
Fern Hill School is an independent co-educational school for students in Preschool to Grade 8. With campuses in Oakville and Burlington, Fern Hill is regarded as one of the pre-eminent elementary schools in Canada. Fern Hill School encourages independent thinking and cultivates individual talents. In a supportive classroom environment, every student is encouraged to explore their different interests and develop their academic skills. For more information, visit: www.fernhillschool.com.
About Oakville
The Town of Oakville is a beautiful lakeside city with a strong heritage, preserved and celebrated by residents and visitors alike. Founded in 1857, this striking town has become one of the most coveted residential and business centres in Ontario. For more information, visit: www.oakville.ca.
About Burlington
The City of Burlington is located in southern Ontario on the north shore of Lake Ontario between Hamilton and Toronto. It is a growing municipality with a population of approximately 156,900 located at the western end of the Greater Toronto Area. For more information, visit: www.burlington.ca.
About Toronto
The City of Toronto is the cultural, entertainment and financial capital of Canada. The city is home to more than 2.7 million people and is the business centre of Canada. Toronto is a clean, safe, cosmopolitan city with a wonderful network of parks, recreational, and cultural facilities. One of the world's most ethnically diverse cities, it is home to more than 80 ethnic communities from Africa, Asia, and Europe. For more information visit: www.toronto.ca
