Simcoe County Familiarization Tours

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Experience what Simcoe County has to offer!

Are you student at Lakehead University (Orillia Campus) or Georgian College? Are you ready to explore more of Simcoe County and learn about local job opportunities? If so, this event is perfect for you!

Join us for an exciting day-long tour where you’ll uncover hidden gems of Simcoe County, meet potential employers and enjoy classic Canadian activities.

Tour Dates:

  • Tuesday, March 18: Discover south central areas in the county, including the exciting and innovative landscape of municipal careers and the thrill of snow tubing!
  • Thursday March 27:  Explore northern parts of Simcoe County, including careers in social and life sciences, an employer panel discussion and take a leap back in time at Sainte Marie Among the Hurons.

Highlights:

  • Visits to local employers
  • Stops at community attractions
  • Fun winter activities

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with fellow international students and experience the best of Simcoe County! 🚍❄️🍁 RCost to students is an in-kind or financial donation to your campus food bank.

Donations will be collected at the start of the tour day.

Thank you for your interest! The tours are now FULL.

March 18 – South Central Simcoe County Itinerary

Time*Location  
8:00amPick up begins
(Lakehead University, Georgian College Orillia Campus, Georgian College Barrie Campus)
9:15am County of Simcoe Administration Building 
11:30am Lunch 
12:30pm  Snowtubing at Snow Valley Ski Resort
2:30pm Innisfil DMZ
3:45pm Friday Harbour  
4:45pm  Depart Friday Harbour 
5:15pm Arrive for Georgian College Barrie Campus 
5:35pm Arrive Georgian College Orillia Campus  
5:45pm Arrive Lakehead University Orillia Campus

*Times are approximate

March 27 – North Simcoe Tour Itinerary:  

TimeLocation  
8:00am 
Pick up begins
(Georgian College Barrie Campus, Georgian College Orillia Campus, Lakehead University)
9:00am West St. Community and Social Services Hub  
10:50am Quayle’s Brewery
11:45am Midland Library – Employers Panel Discussion and Networking
1:15pm Lunch & Tour of Georgian Village
3:00pm Sainte Marie Among the Hurons
4:30pm Depart Sainte Marie  
5:10pm Arrive Lakehead University  
5:20pm  Arrive Georgian College Orillia Campus 
5:45pm  Arrive Georgian College Barrie Campus 

*Times are approximate

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