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Course Description

Improve your English skills and visit some of Western Canada’s top travel destinations.  Activity Trips provides guided excursions to points of cultural and social interest in and around Calgary. 

Please see Program Policies and Procedures for information on admission, payment options and refunds.

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Prerequisites

  • Students must be registered concurrently in ESL 101, ESL 100, EAP 200 or IPP (For EAP 200 and IPP, students are responsible for checking their course schedules and ensuring there are no schedule conflicts before registering into the activity trips.)
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Type
Field Trip
Dates
Jun 08, 2023
Delivery Options
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $18.00
Section Notes

Includes:

  • Admission to CFL Football Game (Calgary Stampeders)
  • Exclusive opportunities to hold the Canadian National Flag on field and/or access sideline (Availability subject to change) 

This activity is for students enrolled in the English Language Program (ELP), the Academic Communication Certificate (ACC), and the International Professional Programs (IPP).

Registration Deadline: Jun.05

 

ACTIVITY REFUNDS

Activity fee refund eligibility is relative to the fee amount and activity date.


Activity fees $50 or more

  • Withdraw 7 or more days before activity date
    = 50% of the activity fee less deposit will be refunded
  • Withdraw 6 or less days before activity date
    = No refund


Activity fees less than $50

  • Withdraw before the activity date
    = No refund
Type
Field Trip
Dates
Jun 14, 2023
Delivery Options
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $25.00
Section Notes

"Activate" yourself with your friends playing in many technologically-advanced, uniquely-themed game rooms!

Includes: Admission and 75 minutes of gameplay at the Activate Calgary Southwest.

Registration Deadline: Jun.7

 

ACTIVITY REFUNDS

Activity fee refund eligibility is relative to the fee amount and activity date.


Activity fees $50 or more

  • Withdraw 7 or more days before activity date
    = 50% of the activity fee less deposit will be refunded
  • Withdraw 6 or less days before activity date
    = No refund


Activity fees less than $50

  • Withdraw before the activity date
    = No refund
Type
Field Trip
Dates
Jun 17, 2023
Delivery Options
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $125.00
Section Notes

A sightseeing focused day trip, highlighting some of Canada's most beautiful scenery.

This activity is for students enrolled in the English Language Program (ELP), the Academic Communication Certificate (ACC), and the International Professional Programs (IPP).

Includes:

  • Transportation from and to the University of Calgary
  • National Park entry fee
  • Trip up the Banff Gondola 
  • Sightseeing locations and attractions

Registration Deadline: Jun.8

ACTIVITY REFUNDS

Activity fee refund eligibility is relative to the fee amount and activity date.


Activity fees $51 or more

  • Withdraw 7 or more days before activity date
    = 50% of the activity fee will be refunded
  • Withdraw 6 or less days before activity date
    = No refund


Activity fees $50 or less

  • Withdraw before the activity date
    = No refund
Type
Field Trip
Dates
Jun 23, 2023 to Jun 24, 2023
Delivery Options
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $250.00
Section Notes

Waterton is known for its natural beauty, and is a highlight for many of our students in their Canadian experience. 

This activity is for students enrolled in the English Language Program (ELP) and the Academic Communication Certificate (ACC).

Includes:

  • Transportation from and to the University of Calgary
  • Overnight accommodation
  • National Park fee
  • Waterton Lake cruise
  • Sightseeing locations
  • Optional hike

 

ACTIVITY REFUNDS

Activity fee refund eligibility is relative to the fee amount and activity date.


Activity fees $51 or more

  • Withdraw 7 or more days before activity date
    = 50% of the activity fee less deposit will be refunded
  • Withdraw 6 or less days before activity date
    = No refund


Activity fees $50 or less

  • Withdraw before the activity date
    = No refund
Type
Field Trip
Dates
Jun 30, 2023
Delivery Options
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $35.00
Section Notes

Ranchman's is a local favorite that presents some of the biggest names in Country Music and is the Official Hospitality location of the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association. 

Includes:

  • Lunch (Cowboy meal) + one drink ticket
  • Line Dance lesson
  • Photo booth
  • Transportation from and to UCalgary main campus

Registration Deadline: Jun.22

 

ACTIVITY REFUNDS

Activity fee refund eligibility is relative to the fee amount and activity date.


Activity fees $51 or more

  • Withdraw 7 or more days before activity date
    = 50% of the activity fee will be refunded
  • Withdraw 6 or less days before activity date
    = No refund


Activity fees $50 or less

  • Withdraw before the activity date
    = No refund
Type
Field Trip
Dates
Jul 08, 2023
Delivery Options
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $0.00
Section Notes

This activity will take us to the Alberta Badlands, an area with stunning sights and a rich geological past, also known as the Dinosaur Capital of the World! 

This activity is for students enrolled in the 2023 Summer I Intensive Programs (ESL 101-086 & ESL 101-087).

Includes: - Transportation from and to the University of Calgary
  - Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology admission
  - Sightseeing locations

 Registration deadline: June 30

Type
Field Trip
Dates
Jul 12, 2023
Delivery Options
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $35.00
Section Notes

Music, stunt performance, dance, and fireworks, the Grandstand Show pushes the excitement of Stampede to the climax in the after-hours as the sun sets. 

This activity is for students enrolled in the English Language Program (ELP), the Academic Communication Certificate (ACC), and Explorer Program.
International Professional Program (IPP) students must register separately into ESL 103 - 208.

Includes: - Calgary Stampede grounds entry fee
  - Calgary Stampede Grandstand show

Registration deadline: July 5

 

ACTIVITY REFUNDS

Activity fee refund eligibility is relative to the fee amount and activity date.


Activity fees $50 or more

  • Withdraw 7 or more days before activity date
    = 50% of the activity fee less deposit will be refunded
  • Withdraw 6 or less days before activity date
    = No refund


Activity fees less than $50

  • Withdraw before the activity date
    = No refund
Type
Field Trip
Dates
Jul 12, 2023
Delivery Options
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $35.00
Section Notes

Music, stunt performance, dance, and fireworks, the Grandstand Show pushes the excitement of Stampede to the climax in the after-hours as the sun sets. 

This activity is for students enrolled in the 2023 Spring International Professional Programs (IPP) only.

Includes: - Calgary Stampede grounds entry fee
  - Calgary Stampede Grandstand show

Registration deadline: July 5

 

ACTIVITY REFUNDS

Activity fee refund eligibility is relative to the fee amount and activity date.


Activity fees $50 or more

  • Withdraw 7 or more days before activity date
    = 50% of the activity fee less deposit will be refunded
  • Withdraw 6 or less days before activity date
    = No refund


Activity fees less than $50

  • Withdraw before the activity date
    = No refund
Type
Field Trip
Dates
Jul 14, 2023 to Jul 16, 2023
Delivery Options
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $385.00
Section Notes

Jasper, located in the Canadian Rockies, has a wonderful combination of vast mountain ranges, stunning glaciers, and cozy townsites. Join us to craft your own unforgettable memories in the longest and most extensive trip ever organized by the English Language Program.

This activity is for students enrolled in the 2023 Summer I Intensive and Explore Programs (ESL 101-086 & ESL 101-087).

Includes: - Transportation from and to the University of Calgary
  - Hotel accommodation
  - National Park entry fee
  - Sightseeing locations and attractions

 Registration deadline: July 2

 

ACTIVITY REFUNDS

Activity fee refund eligibility is relative to the fee amount and activity date.


Activity fees $51 or more

  • Withdraw 7 or more days before activity date
    = 50% of the activity fee will be refunded
  • Withdraw 6 or less days before activity date
    = No refund


Activity fees $50 or less

  • Withdraw before the activity date
    = No refund
Type
ESL Event
Dates
Jul 20, 2023
Delivery Options
ESL Event  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $25.00
Section Notes

Includes:

  • Admission into the event venue
  • Meal and beverage

Fee:

  • Early bird: $25 (Register before Jun.16, 4 pm)
  • Regular: $40

Registration Deadline: Jul.6

 

 

ACTIVITY REFUNDS

Activity fee refund eligibility is relative to the fee amount and activity date.


Activity fees $50 or more

  • Withdraw 7 or more days before activity date
    = 50% of the activity fee less deposit will be refunded
  • Withdraw 6 or less days before activity date
    = No refund


Activity fees less than $50

  • Withdraw before the activity date
    = No refund
Type
Field Trip
Dates
Jul 21, 2023
Delivery Options
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $0.00
Section Notes

Join your classmates and ELP staff for a casual game of soccer on the University of Calgary campus fields! 

This activity is for students enrolled in the 2023 Summer I Intensive and Explore Programs (ESL 101-086 & ESL 101-087).

*Weather dependent.

Includes: - Soccer nets
  - Soccer balls
  - Outside Soccer field

Registration deadline: July 14

Type
Field Trip
Dates
Jul 22, 2023
Delivery Options
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $150.00
Section Notes

A sightseeing focused day trip, highlighting some of Canada's most beautiful scenery.

This activity is for students enrolled in the 2023 Summer I Intensive and Explore Programs (ESL 101-086 & ESL 101-087).

Includes:  - Transportation from and to the University of Calgary
  - National Park entry fee
  - Sightseeing locations and attractions

Registration deadline: July 14

 

ACTIVITY REFUNDS

Activity fee refund eligibility is relative to the fee amount and activity date.


Activity fees $51 or more

  • Withdraw 7 or more days before activity date
    = 50% of the activity fee will be refunded
  • Withdraw 6 or less days before activity date
    = No refund


Activity fees $50 or less

  • Withdraw before the activity date
    = No refund
Type
ESL Event
Dates
Jul 28, 2023
Delivery Options
ESL Event  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $5.00
Section Notes

This activity is for students enrolled in the 2023 Summer I Intensive and Explore Programs (ESL 101-086 & ESL 101-087).

Includes: - Transportation from and to the University of Calgary
  - Buffet Luncheon and beverage 
  - Heritage Park entry fee
  - Exclusive group use of the Gasoline Alley Mezzanine

*Venue availability subject to change.

Registration deadline: July 14

ACTIVITY REFUNDS

Activity fee refund eligibility is relative to the fee amount and activity date.


Activity fees $51 or more

  • Withdraw 7 or more days before activity date
    = 50% of the activity fee will be refunded
  • Withdraw 6 or less days before activity date
    = No refund


Activity fees $50 or less

  • Withdraw before the activity date
    = No refund
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