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    A world-class education, inspiring location and great
    experiences create an incredible foundation.
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  • Beautiful Saanich. The ideal
    setting to live and learn.
    Located on the west coast of Canada, Saanich features
    the perfect blend of rural and urban landscapes.
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  • Your home away
    from home.
    Living with a host family during your
    studies is the experience of a lifetime.
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  • A Diverse Homestay
    Family Program.
    An internally run Homestay Program
    providing a truly Canadian experience.
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Three High Schools, Hundreds of Opportunities, a Lifetime of Memories!

Students who study in Saanich enjoy a world class learning experience in a safe, beautiful, culturally diverse and inclusive environment.  The Saanich International Student Program (SISP) vision is to transform lives and communities through intercultural experiences. Your study abroad journey begins in Saanich. 

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Latest SISP News

sisp orientation sept 2023
News Aug 21, 2023
JumpStart Orientation Schedules

New student JumpStart orientation is next week! Homestay families and new international students

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Join our community of wonderful host families!
News Mar 10, 2023
Host Families Wanted for September 2023!

Saanich International Student Program (SISP) is looking for host families to open their hearts and

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JumpStart Orientation Group Photo
News Jan 05, 2023
New Semester 2 Student Arrival Guide
The arrival guide for newly arriving semester 2 students is now available.
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Happy Holidays from Saanich Schools International Student Program
News Nov 18, 2022
Winter Break Office Closure

The SISP office will be closed December 24, 2022 to January 2, 2023 for the winter break. If you

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International Students at the Christmas Dance
News Nov 08, 2022
Christmas Dance Registration Open

SISP and Stelly's Secondary School will be hosting the annual International Student Christmas Dance

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Group of International students and friends
News Jul 12, 2022
Homestay Families Needed
Make life-long friendships, receive a generous allowance to offset expenses and share the beauty of your home
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Territorial Acknowledgement

We acknowledge and thank the W̱SÁNEĆ people on whose traditional territory we live, learn, and teach. The W̱SÁNEĆ people have lived and worked on this land since time immemorial.