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SUMMARY:What to Expect In Grade 12 (Free Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about the post-secondary application process? Join us for an informative and interactive presentation on navigating this journey! Our popular What to Expect in Grade 12 event will be hosted virtually through GoToWebinar. \nDon’t miss out on your chance to learn more about ever-changing post-secondary trends and what to expect as a grade 12 family\, facilitated by Melinda Giampietro and the Options Solutions team. Join us to hear from our panel of current grade 12 students who\, having just completed the admission process\, will share what they have learned first-hand. \nPlease note\, registration is required. Register here for the April 30th Webinar.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/what-to-expect-in-grade-12-free-webinar-4-30-2026/
CATEGORIES:workshop
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UID:16650-1778925600-1778936400@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:Video Interview Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This three-hour session prepares students for the video interview components of university applications. \nThe session will include a presentation that outlines the main components of video interview requirements\, as well as a practical guide for successfully completing those videos. During the session\, students will learn how to answer typical interview questions and have the opportunity to tackle some sample questions as a group. They will then practice in pairs and give each other feedback\, as well as record their responses for analysis. Programs that require the video interview include Commerce at UBC\, the University of Toronto\, and York University\, as well as Engineering at the University of Toronto and the University of Waterloo. \nThe workshop covers topics such as: \n\nbody language and appearance\ntechnical set-up\ncoping strategies for nerves\ntips on answering prompts
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/video-interview-workshop-5-16-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:workshop
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260523T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
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SUMMARY:Intro to Canadian Supplement Writing
DESCRIPTION:This three-hour session introduces students who are in grade 11 to the writing components for Canadian applications. \nThe session will include a presentation that outlines the typical essay and supplemental writing prompts required by major Canadian universities and programs. During this presentation\, session leaders will also provide writing and time management strategies and sample essays from previous years’ successful applications. Students will then be given time to brainstorm and engage in practice writing exercises. Options Solutions writing coaches will give students one-on-one feedback on their drafts. 
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/intro-to-canadian-supplement-writing-5-23-2026/
LOCATION:South Granville Office\, 3195 Granville Street\, Suite 203\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6H 3K2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260206T235010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T191536Z
UID:16674-1779906600-1779910200@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:Launching Your Post-Secondary Student: A Discussion for Parents (Free Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Join us virtually for an interactive discussion about what to expect as the parent of a new post-secondary student and how to set yourself and your student up for success when it comes to the first six weeks\, communication\, and dealing with unfamiliar situations. \nPlease note\, registration is required. Register here for the May 27th Webinar.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/grade-12-parent-send-off-5-27-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260620T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260129T000235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T000235Z
UID:16640-1781946000-1781956800@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:UK Personal Statement Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Personal Statement is an essential part of UK university applications for all post-secondary programs. Creating a strong Personal Statement is the best way for students to demonstrate their passions\, skills and suitability for all programs and especially for competitive programs such as Law\, Medicine\, Dentistry and Veterinary Medicine. The UK Personal Statement is written in a very different way than Canadian university application essays and this course will provide students with the knowledge and tools needed to be able to write a statement that stands out. \nTopics will include:  \n\nThe purpose of the Personal Statement\nExamples of strong statements\nResearch guidance to understand the key attributes that individual courses are looking for within specific programs\nExtra-curricular vs super-curricular activities and the role they play in the Personal Statement\nTools on how to write the statement with allocated student writing time. Students will receive individualized feedback on their writing.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/uk-personal-statement-workshop-6-20-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260622T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260622T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260304T211958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T211958Z
UID:16736-1782129600-1782140400@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:US Admissions Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:This series of sessions will help students understand and tackle the US admissions process. \nThe goal of this boot camp is to relieve the stress students feel about the application process and to kick start the process. Students will leave the boot camp with a solid start to the Common Application. Students are encouraged to attend the full series\, as each session will be unique and valuable.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/us-admissions-boot-camp-06-22-2026-1/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260622T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260622T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260129T000433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T000433Z
UID:16642-1782144000-1782154800@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:US Admissions Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:This series of sessions will help students understand and tackle the US admissions process. \nThe goal of this boot camp is to relieve the stress students feel about the application process and to kick start the process. Students will leave the boot camp with a solid start to the Common Application. Students are encouraged to attend the full series\, as each session will be unique and valuable.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/us-admissions-boot-camp-6-22-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260623T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260623T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260304T212031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T212031Z
UID:16737-1782216000-1782226800@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:US Admissions Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:This series of sessions will help students understand and tackle the US admissions process. \nThe goal of this boot camp is to relieve the stress students feel about the application process and to kick start the process. Students will leave the boot camp with a solid start to the Common Application. Students are encouraged to attend the full series\, as each session will be unique and valuable.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/us-admissions-boot-camp-6-23-2026-1/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260623T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260623T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260129T000500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T000500Z
UID:16643-1782230400-1782241200@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:US Admissions Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:This series of sessions will help students understand and tackle the US admissions process. \nThe goal of this boot camp is to relieve the stress students feel about the application process and to kick start the process. Students will leave the boot camp with a solid start to the Common Application. Students are encouraged to attend the full series\, as each session will be unique and valuable.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/us-admissions-boot-camp-6-23-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260624T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260624T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260304T212058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T212058Z
UID:16738-1782302400-1782313200@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:US Admissions Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:This series of sessions will help students understand and tackle the US admissions process. \nThe goal of this boot camp is to relieve the stress students feel about the application process and to kick start the process. Students will leave the boot camp with a solid start to the Common Application. Students are encouraged to attend the full series\, as each session will be unique and valuable.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/us-admissions-boot-camp-6-24-2026-1/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260624T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260624T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260129T000532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T000532Z
UID:16644-1782316800-1782327600@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:US Admissions Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:This series of sessions will help students understand and tackle the US admissions process. \nThe goal of this boot camp is to relieve the stress students feel about the application process and to kick start the process. Students will leave the boot camp with a solid start to the Common Application. Students are encouraged to attend the full series\, as each session will be unique and valuable.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/us-admissions-boot-camp-6-24-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260625T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260625T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260304T212131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T212131Z
UID:16739-1782388800-1782399600@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:US Admissions Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:This series of sessions will help students understand and tackle the US admissions process. \nThe goal of this boot camp is to relieve the stress students feel about the application process and to kick start the process. Students will leave the boot camp with a solid start to the Common Application. Students are encouraged to attend the full series\, as each session will be unique and valuable.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/us-admissions-boot-camp-6-25-2026-1/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260625T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260625T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260129T000610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T000610Z
UID:16645-1782403200-1782414000@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:US Admissions Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:This series of sessions will help students understand and tackle the US admissions process. \nThe goal of this boot camp is to relieve the stress students feel about the application process and to kick start the process. Students will leave the boot camp with a solid start to the Common Application. Students are encouraged to attend the full series\, as each session will be unique and valuable.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/us-admissions-boot-camp-6-25-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260411T164416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T164416Z
UID:16861-1783531800-1783539000@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:How to Rock Your First Semester
DESCRIPTION:These intensive study skills sessions are designed to help students be academically prepared for post-secondary. \nThe sessions are instructional as well as practical\, hands-on work sessions. We will explore organizational strategies and understand the resources available to post-secondary students. We will also address how to communicate with professors and teaching assistants\, how to make use of a course outline\, and how to set goals and practice effective time management. Students will leave the workshop armed with the knowledge\, skills\, and strategies required to prepare them for academic success.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/how-to-rock-your-first-semester-7-8-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260714T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260714T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260411T165048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T165048Z
UID:16870-1784023200-1784030400@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:Preparing for University Application Essays
DESCRIPTION:This interactive workshop is geared towards preparing students to develop the fundamentals for university application responses and essays. Whereas Options’ other English programs focus on developing students’ technical writing skills\, this three day course will help expand students’ ability to express their authentic voice through writing. \nStudents will build confidence and develop their unique style through brainstorming\, reading a selection of prose and poetry\, and receiving feedback on their written work. Throughout the course\, students will write a personal narrative essay that responds to a reflective prompt. After this course\, students will be well-prepared to write in the genre of essay required for university applications.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/preparing-for-university-application-essays-7-14-2026/
LOCATION:South Granville Office\, 3195 Granville Street\, Suite 203\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6H 3K2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260715T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260715T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260411T165118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T165118Z
UID:16871-1784109600-1784116800@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:Preparing for University Application Essays
DESCRIPTION:This interactive workshop is geared towards preparing students to develop the fundamentals for university application responses and essays. Whereas Options’ other English programs focus on developing students’ technical writing skills\, this three day course will help expand students’ ability to express their authentic voice through writing. \nStudents will build confidence and develop their unique style through brainstorming\, reading a selection of prose and poetry\, and receiving feedback on their written work. Throughout the course\, students will write a personal narrative essay that responds to a reflective prompt. After this course\, students will be well-prepared to write in the genre of essay required for university applications.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/preparing-for-university-application-essays-7-15-2026/
LOCATION:South Granville Office\, 3195 Granville Street\, Suite 203\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6H 3K2\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260716T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260411T165200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T165200Z
UID:16869-1784196000-1784203200@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:Preparing for University Application Essays
DESCRIPTION:This interactive workshop is geared towards preparing students to develop the fundamentals for university application responses and essays. Whereas Options’ other English programs focus on developing students’ technical writing skills\, this three day course will help expand students’ ability to express their authentic voice through writing. \nStudents will build confidence and develop their unique style through brainstorming\, reading a selection of prose and poetry\, and receiving feedback on their written work. Throughout the course\, students will write a personal narrative essay that responds to a reflective prompt. After this course\, students will be well-prepared to write in the genre of essay required for university applications.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/preparing-for-university-application-essays-7-16-2026/
LOCATION:South Granville Office\, 3195 Granville Street\, Suite 203\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6H 3K2\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260721T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260721T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260411T171654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T171654Z
UID:16889-1784628000-1784638800@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:Canadian Admissions Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:This two-day intensive preparation will help students understand and tackle the Canadian admissions process. The goal of this boot camp is to relieve the stress students feel about the application process and to get a head start. \nTopics will include:  \n\nComprehensive overview of the Canadian admissions process \nIntroduction to university or college – choosing a major\, minor\, or concentration \nFinding a field of study & matching a field of study to the best post-secondary options \nExploration of the curriculum covered in expected major \nFactors to consider when choosing a university (location\, size\, class size\, access to services\, etc.) \nIntroduction to essay writing and supplement applications \nExtra-curricular summary \nGenerating individualized timelines \nGrade 12 academic goal setting
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/canadian-admissions-boot-camp-7-21-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260722T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260722T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260411T173045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T173045Z
UID:16890-1784714400-1784725200@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:Canadian Admissions Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:This two-day intensive preparation will help students understand and tackle the Canadian admissions process. The goal of this boot camp is to relieve the stress students feel about the application process and to get a head start. \nTopics will include:  \n\nComprehensive overview of the Canadian admissions process \nIntroduction to university or college – choosing a major\, minor\, or concentration \nFinding a field of study & matching a field of study to the best post-secondary options \nExploration of the curriculum covered in expected major \nFactors to consider when choosing a university (location\, size\, class size\, access to services\, etc.) \nIntroduction to essay writing and supplement applications \nExtra-curricular summary \nGenerating individualized timelines \nGrade 12 academic goal setting
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/canadian-admissions-boot-camp-7-22-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260722T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260722T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260411T173600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T173600Z
UID:16903-1784736000-1784743200@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:Foundation for Video and Online Applications
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to start building the skills that top universities and employers look for? This interactive workshop is designed specifically for younger students who want to gain a competitive edge early in their high school years. Whether you’re preparing for future university applications\, scholarships\, or part-time jobs\, this session will give you the video interview and timed-writing skills\, practice\, and foundational tools to stand out with confidence.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/foundation-for-video-and-online-applications-7-22-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260723T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260723T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260411T174003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T174106Z
UID:16907-1784818800-1784829600@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:Intro to Canadian Supplement Writing
DESCRIPTION:This three-hour session introduces students who are going into Grade 12 to the writing components for Canadian applications. \nThe session will include a presentation that outlines the typical essay and supplemental writing prompts required by major Canadian universities and programs. During this presentation\, session leaders will also provide writing and time management strategies and sample essays from previous years’ successful applications. Students will then be given time to brainstorm and engage in practice writing exercises. Options Solutions writing coaches will give students one-on-one feedback on their drafts. 
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/intro-to-canadian-supplement-writing-7-23-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260411T182653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T182653Z
UID:16919-1785232800-1785243600@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:Mastering the Essay
DESCRIPTION:Want to brush up on your reading and writing skills over summer break? Options Solutions is here to help!  \nThis interactive\, fast-paced workshop is aimed at providing students with the theory and practice to succeed in their English studies at the grade 11 to 12 level. It will give students the skills and confidence they need to succeed\, making their future English courses easier and more enjoyable. \nFurthermore\, active reading\, planning\, and essay writing skills are a great way to prepare for the Graduate Literacy Assessment (GLA)\, a new provincial exam for students in grades 12. 
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/mastering-the-essay-7-28-2026/
LOCATION:South Granville Office\, 3195 Granville Street\, Suite 203\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6H 3K2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260411T201534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T201534Z
UID:16931-1785259800-1785270600@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:Video Interview Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This three-hour session prepares students for the video interview components of university applications. \nThe session will include a presentation that outlines the main components of video interview requirements\, as well as a practical guide for successfully completing those videos. During the session\, students will learn how to answer typical interview questions and have the opportunity to tackle some sample questions as a group. They will then practice in pairs and give each other feedback\, as well as record their responses for analysis. Programs that require the video interview include Commerce at UBC\, the University of Toronto\, and York University\, as well as Engineering at the University of Toronto and the University of Waterloo. \nThe workshop covers topics such as: \n\nbody language and appearance\ntechnical set-up\ncoping strategies for nerves\ntips on answering prompts
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/video-interview-workshop-7-28-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260729T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260729T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260411T182848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T182848Z
UID:16920-1785319200-1785330000@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:Mastering the Essay
DESCRIPTION:Want to brush up on your reading and writing skills over summer break? Options Solutions is here to help!  \nThis interactive\, fast-paced workshop is aimed at providing students with the theory and practice to succeed in their English studies at the grade 11 to 12 level. It will give students the skills and confidence they need to succeed\, making their future English courses easier and more enjoyable. \nFurthermore\, active reading\, planning\, and essay writing skills are a great way to prepare for the Graduate Literacy Assessment (GLA)\, a new provincial exam for students in grades 12. 
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/mastering-the-essay-7-29-2026/
LOCATION:South Granville Office\, 3195 Granville Street\, Suite 203\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6H 3K2\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260729T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260729T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260411T202110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T202110Z
UID:16939-1785319200-1785330000@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:Foundation for University Application Essays
DESCRIPTION:Want to gain confidence in your ability to express yourself through writing? Options Solutions is here to help! \nThis interactive workshop prepares students to develop the fundamentals for Canadian and American university application responses and essays. While Options’ other English programs focus on developing students’ technical writing skills\, this two-day course will help expand students’ ability to express their authentic voice through writing. Students will build confidence and develop their unique style through reading a selection of prose\, brainstorming\, and receiving feedback on their written work. \nThroughout the course\, students will write a personal narrative essay that responds to an application essay prompt. After this course\, students will be well-prepared to write in the essay genre required for university applications.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/foundation-for-university-application-essays-7-29-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260729T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260729T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260411T164455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T164455Z
UID:16862-1785346200-1785353400@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:How to Rock Your First Semester
DESCRIPTION:These intensive study skills sessions are designed to help students be academically prepared for post-secondary. \nThe sessions are instructional as well as practical\, hands-on work sessions. We will explore organizational strategies and understand the resources available to post-secondary students. We will also address how to communicate with professors and teaching assistants\, how to make use of a course outline\, and how to set goals and practice effective time management. Students will leave the workshop armed with the knowledge\, skills\, and strategies required to prepare them for academic success.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/how-to-rock-your-first-semester-7-29-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260730T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260730T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T055407
CREATED:20260411T183731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T183731Z
UID:16921-1785405600-1785416400@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:Mastering the Essay
DESCRIPTION:Want to brush up on your reading and writing skills over summer break? Options Solutions is here to help!  \nThis interactive\, fast-paced workshop is aimed at providing students with the theory and practice to succeed in their English studies at the grade 11 to 12 level. It will give students the skills and confidence they need to succeed\, making their future English courses easier and more enjoyable. \nFurthermore\, active reading\, planning\, and essay writing skills are a great way to prepare for the Graduate Literacy Assessment (GLA)\, a new provincial exam for students in grades 12. 
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/mastering-the-essay-7-30-2026/
LOCATION:South Granville Office\, 3195 Granville Street\, Suite 203\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6H 3K2\, Canada
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UID:16940-1785405600-1785416400@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:Foundation for University Application Essays
DESCRIPTION:Want to gain confidence in your ability to express yourself through writing? Options Solutions is here to help! \nThis interactive workshop prepares students to develop the fundamentals for Canadian and American university application responses and essays. While Options’ other English programs focus on developing students’ technical writing skills\, this two-day course will help expand students’ ability to express their authentic voice through writing. Students will build confidence and develop their unique style through reading a selection of prose\, brainstorming\, and receiving feedback on their written work. \nThroughout the course\, students will write a personal narrative essay that responds to an application essay prompt. After this course\, students will be well-prepared to write in the essay genre required for university applications.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/foundation-for-university-application-essays-7-30-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
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UID:16863-1786527000-1786534200@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:How to Rock Your First Semester
DESCRIPTION:These intensive study skills sessions are designed to help students be academically prepared for post-secondary. \nThe sessions are instructional as well as practical\, hands-on work sessions. We will explore organizational strategies and understand the resources available to post-secondary students. We will also address how to communicate with professors and teaching assistants\, how to make use of a course outline\, and how to set goals and practice effective time management. Students will leave the workshop armed with the knowledge\, skills\, and strategies required to prepare them for academic success.
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/how-to-rock-your-first-semester-8-12-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:workshop
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UID:16908-1786642200-1786653000@www.optionssolutionsed.com
SUMMARY:Intro to Canadian Supplement Writing
DESCRIPTION:This three-hour session introduces students who are in going into Grade 12 to the writing components for Canadian applications. \nThe session will include a presentation that outlines the typical essay and supplemental writing prompts required by major Canadian universities and programs. During this presentation\, session leaders will also provide writing and time management strategies and sample essays from previous years’ successful applications. Students will then be given time to brainstorm and engage in practice writing exercises. Options Solutions writing coaches will give students one-on-one feedback on their drafts. 
URL:https://www.optionssolutionsed.com/calendar/intro-to-canadian-supplement-writing-8-13-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Format\, Online
CATEGORIES:workshop
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