Sun, Fun and Work
May 9, 2004

After eight months of stressing over exams and essays, there is nothing more concerning for a student then a job putting a damper on their entire summer. The summer is the time to decompress, take solace, and relax. That is why more and more students are choosing jobs and programs that allow for new experiences. Canada 's diverse physical and cultural landscape has seen the emergence of a new wave of jobs and programs directed at young people looking for a different social environment in addition to a paycheque.

With over fifty national and provincial parks across Canada , a wide selection of interesting hospitality jobs are available. From your extreme instructors in wild water rafting and mountain climbing to the more serene nature walk guides and camp supervisors – the parks offer a chance to explore Canada 's wilderness.

If nature is your thing then perhaps a summer tree planting in Northern Ontario will satisfy those summertime blues. Planters admit it is a good way to earn lots of money and reacquaint yourself with nature. If tree planting is too strenuous. There are still numerous resorts, fold clubs, and camp sites across Canada that accommodates students looking to work outside.

Many students also take advantage of Canada 's other official language. In Quebec , many exchange programs have been initiated that offer an Anglophone student a unique experience in a totally French environment. All across Quebec in the summer, university dorms become the meeting place of students from Ontario , Western Canada and even Americans who recognize that learning another language is a useful tool. Quebec offers students a chance to totally immerse themselves in a foreign language and culture at an accessible location and an affordable price.

Finally, for those with the travel bug, one of the best ways to so it is reaching English abroad. Teaching English as a second language is now the fastest growing industry in the world. Whether you choose to work in Tokyo , Poland , or Honduras , it will likely be an experience of a lifetime.

Sometimes the best way to forget about school and all the stresses that come with it is to get away from them.

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