Canadian International Student Services (CISS)
Toronto, Canada
About Canadian International Student Services (CISS)
Canadian International Student Services (CISS) is a Canadian education services organization founded in Toronto in 1979. Its offerings include summer camps, language study, high school placements, study tours, and customized group programs. Part of MLI Education Group, CISS combines educational experiences with accommodation and student support. Its high school services include school matching, homestay arrangements, custodianship, local coordinators, and emergency telephone assistance.
Teaching style
CISS emphasizes experiential learning, cross-cultural communication, and personal development. Its city summer programs combine English lessons with practical language use during daily life, activities, and excursions. Leadership and skills courses add subject learning, collaborative activities, and projects. High school students learn within their placement schools, supported by CISS coordinators.
Reputation & Succeed take
CISS has operated since 1979 and describes itself as a globally recognized choice for language study in Canada. It reports partnerships with more than 40 school districts and access to over 400 schools. Testimonials published on its website highlight international friendships, Canadian experiences, and supportive staff.
Our take
CISS is a strong option to consider for families seeking a Canadian study experience with accommodation and organized student support. Its range spans traditional camps, city-based language and skills courses, and high school placements. Compare the specific age requirements, learning goals, accommodation, and support arrangements before choosing.
CISS offers several routes to studying in Canada through one organization: traditional summer camps, city residential programs, leadership and skills courses, and high school placements. Its high school service combines access to more than 40 school districts and over 400 schools with an internal homestay department and local student coordinators.
Who this provider suits
Who should choose them
International students and families seeking Canadian summer learning, language practice, or high school immersion with organized accommodation and support should consider CISS. It also suits groups seeking customized experiences and students who want to combine English practice with leadership, entrepreneurship, technology, or academic and career exploration.
Who it may not suit
Families already in Canada seeking legal or immigration advice for international family members should use a qualified adviser for that need. CISS states that it is not an immigration consultant agency and cannot provide that advice.
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Programs by Canadian International Student Services (CISS)
Academic and Career Prep
Organised by Canadian International Student Services (CISS)
Dates
11 Jul – 31 Jul 2027
Location
Multiple locations
Duration
3 weeks
AI Future Skills Lab
Organised by Canadian International Student Services (CISS)
Dates
July to August 2027, 2 sessions
Location
Multiple locations
Duration
2 weeks
CISS at Trinity
Organised by Canadian International Student Services (CISS)
Dates
June to August 2027, 15 sessions
Location
Multiple locations
Duration
6 weeks