Visiting a sugar shack, feasting on poutine, and learning about native cultures during study abroad in Canada

– Isabel Arnez, SPC High School Student, Canada Program, January 2019

The Canada trip was a wonderful experience full of adventure and excitement! As a Floridian I do not really get to see snow, but in Canada it was everywhere.

Throughout our trip, we not only got to visit beautiful landscapes but also got to learn about some of the history behind Quebec and Montreal. One of my favorite days was when we got to walk with the snowshoes.

I also enjoyed learning about the Indian reserve, along with the different customs that the indigenous peoples of Canada had. Some of the highlights of that day were seeing the inside of the homes, hearing their stories, and learning about dream catchers.

The food in Canada is also wonderful! I was constantly eating poutine (which is fries topped with cheese and gravy), and even had it at the airport on the last day of the trip. Among all of the places we went to eat, however, the Sugar Shack was the best! We not only learned about how Canadians make their famous maple syrup, but got to taste it in all of the meals we ate. While there, we received a crash course on how to play the spoons and danced to the live music.

Out of the two places we went, Quebec City was my personal favorite. Seeing the buildings and ramparts of the city was breathtaking. While there, we also got to go tobogganing and look for souvenirs to bring back home. One of the beautiful things about traveling in a group is that you get to experience these things with your friends, and make new ones along the way.

While on this trip, I not only became closer to my peers, but also befriended some of the people in Canada. It is an experience I will never forget, and I highly recommend that students partake in a study abroad program.

– Isabel Arnez, SPC High School Student, Canada Program, January 2019

Thank you for sharing Isabel!

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