The Okanagan Valley is blessed with one of Canada's most temperate climates and receives over 310 days of sunshine per year. The area is a popular destination for Canadian and International visitors, alike.

Highlights of the region include azure blue lake waters, internationally acclaimed vineyards, championship golf courses, lush orchards and a healthy, semi-desert lifestyle. The Canadian Tourism Commission consistently rates the Okanagan Valley as Canada's premier golf destination, Japanese Newsweek Magazine (2005) lists Kelowna as one of the world's best places to retire and Frommer's Travel Guides (2007) ranks the Okanagan as one of the world's most alluring destinations. Big White, Apex, Silver Star and Crystal Mountain Resorts offer skiing and snowboarding on near perfect 'champagne powder' from December to April. Big White is recognized by Luxury Travel Magazine as one of the world's 'TOP 5' ski resorts.

With a population of over 110,000, Kelowna is the largest city in the Okanagan Valley and one of the fastest growing in Canada. Kelowna is surrounded by picturesque Okanagan Lake and a visit would not be complete without trying to sight the legendary lake monster, the Ogopogo.

Kelowna offers unique shops, restaurants, resorts, spas, health services and entertainment venues. Prospera Place Stadium, the cities largest entertainment venue, hosts a wide variety of cultural and musical performances and is home to the Kelowna Rockets ice hockey team of the Western Hockey League. Il Divo, Nelly Furtado, Avril Levigne, Cher, Elton John, Motley Crue, Bryan Adams, Diana Krall, Snoop Dogg, Meatloaf, Lord of the Dance and the World Jr. Ice Hockey Tournament are just a few of the recent concerts and events in Kelowna.

Best of all, Kelowna provides a fun, safe, relaxing and friendly environment in which to study.

Air Canada, West Jet and Horizon Airlines frequently service Kelowna from Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Seattle, Victoria, Toronto and Las Vegas. Kelowna International Airport is Canada's 9th busiest with new routes and flights added on a regular basis. Greyhound Bus also serves Kelowna from all major centres.