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Why was the ISIC card created? And by who?

If you are an ISIC, IYTC or ITIC cardholder, you are a part of a seven decades-long global community of students, youth, and teachers who believe in the power of education, travel and learning about other cultures. 

Our story started in 1953, when a group of students at the third International Student Conference shared a powerful idea: travel should be affordable and accessible for students everywhere. They believed experiencing other cultures firsthand could foster greater understanding across borders.

The Norwegian and Dutch Union of Students, supported by the Coordinating Secretariat of National Unions of Students (COSEC) of Denmark, turned that idea into action, and ISIC was born!

At first, the ISIC card focused on discounted airfares, opening the door for students to explore beyond their home countries. Over time, it expanded to include discounts across retail, transportation, food, and more, making student life both richer and more affordable.

ISIC’s pioneering mission statement has remained clear from the beginning: “Increasing international understanding through the promotion of travel and exchange opportunities among students, young people and the academic community.”

The founding of ISIC was transformative. Students who used to daydream about visiting new countries and experiencing different cultures could finally turn those dreams into a reality!

Fast forward to 2026, the ISIC card now exists in over 90 plus countries all over the world.

The ISIC card over the years – From 1950s to today

1. ISIC Application Form from the 1950s 

 

2. ISIC card from the 1960s

3. ISIC card from the 1970s

4. ISIC card from the 1980s

5. ISIC card from the 1990s

6. ISIC card from the 2000s (1)

7. ISIC card from the 2000s (2)

8. ISIC card from the 2008-2018

9. Our most recent ISIC card (the one you have!)

Want to learn more about ISIC’s history? Watch our 60th Anniversary Documentary Video

 

After 7 decades of operation, the ISIC card has evolved alongside the generations of students it has served and continues to serve. But the mission remains the same: opening doors to opportunity, travel, and global understanding.

As the world continues to change, ISIC continues to support students in exploring it through making experiences more accessible, affordable, and meaningful.

Ready to be part of the next chapter?

Don’t have any of our cards yet? You can purchase our cards here.

 

La riche histoire de la carte ISIC 

Pourquoi la carte ISIC a-t-elle été créée ? Et par qui ?

Si vous êtes détenteur d’une carte ISIC, IYTC ou ITIC, vous faites partie d’une communauté mondiale d’étudiantes et étudiants, de jeunes et d’enseignantes et enseignants qui existe depuis des décennies et qui croit au pouvoir de l’éducation, du voyage et de la découverte d’autres cultures.

Notre histoire a commencé en 1953, lorsque un groupe d’étudiantes et étudiants lors de la troisième Conférence internationale des étudiants ont partagé une idée novatrice : le voyage devait être abordable et accessible aux personnes étudiantes du monde entier. Ils et elles pensaient que la découverte d’autres cultures favoriserait une meilleure compréhension entre les pays.

L’Union étudiante norvégienne et l’Union étudiante néerlandaise, soutenues par le Secrétariat de coordination des unions étudiantes nationales (COSEC) du Danemark, ont transformé cette idée en action, et la carte ISIC est née !

Au début, la carte ISIC se concentrait sur les tarifs aériens réduits, ce qui a ouvert la voie aux étudiantes et étudiants pour explorer au-delà des frontières de leurs pays d’origine. Au fil du temps, elle s’est étendue pour inclure des réductions dans divers domaines tels que la vente au détail, les transports, la nourriture, etc., rendant la vie étudiante à la fois plus enrichissante et plus abordable.

La mission initiale de l’ISIC est restée claire depuis le début : « Promouvoir la compréhension internationale grâce au voyage et aux échanges entre les étudiants, les jeunes et la communauté universitaire. » 

La création de l’ISIC a été une révolution. Les étudiantes et étudiants qui rêvaient de visiter de nouveaux pays et de découvrir différentes cultures ont enfin pu transformer ces rêves en réalité !

Aujourd’hui, en 2026, la carte ISIC est disponible dans plus de 90 pays à travers le monde.

La carte ISIC au fil des années – Des 1950s à aujourd’hui :

1. Formulaire de candidature ISIC des années 1950s

2. Carte ISIC des années 1960s

3. Carte ISIC des années 1970s

4. Carte ISIC des années 1980s

5. Carte ISIC des années 1990s

6. Carte ISIC des années 2000s (1)

7. Carte ISIC des années 2000s (2)

8. Carte ISIC des années 2008-2018

9. Notre carte ISIC la plus récente

Vous souhaitez en savoir plus sur l’histoire de l’ISIC ? Regardez notre vidéo documentaire sur le 60e anniversaire.

Après 7 décennies d’activité, la carte ISIC a évolué en parallèle des générations d’étudiants qu’elle a servies et continue de servir. Mais sa mission demeure la même : ouvrir les portes à l’opportunité, au voyage et à la compréhension du monde.

Alors que le monde continue d’évoluer, l’ISIC continue de soutenir les étudiantes et étudiants dans leur exploration, en rendant les expériences plus accessibles, abordables et significatives.

Êtes-vous prêt à faire partie de la prochaine étape ?

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Vous n’avez toujours pas une de nos cartes en votre possession ? Vous pouvez vous-en procurer une ici.

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Imagine this: you found a spot to study on campus but you realize that you left your headphones at home. You sigh but accept your fate of having to study without them. 

As you try to study, you start to notice all the noise around you. A group of people nearby are talking loudly, someone’s on speakerphone and doors are opening and closing. You try to focus on studying but you just can’t concentrate with all the noise around you. 

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Noise is one of the biggest productivity killers for students.

This is where Loop Earplugs can help.

Traditional earplugs are often bulky and brightly coloured but with Loop Earplugs, that isn’t the case. Not only are Loop Earplugs designed for all sorts of environments and situations, they are stylish, comfortable and provide protection. 

So…are Loop Earplugs worth it for students? Yes. For students like you who lead busy lives and want to be able to study in peace, Loop Earplugs are a worthwhile investment. 


What are the benefits of using Loop Earplugs?

1.  Improve Focus While Studying

Filter distracting background noise so you can concentrate in libraries, cafés, or common areas — without feeling completely cut off from your surroundings.

2. Reduce Sensory Overload

Busy campuses can be overwhelming. Loop Earplugs help lower overall noise levels, making crowded environments more manageable.

3. Protect Your Hearing at Concerts & Events

Many concerts reach volumes above safe listening levels. Loop Earplugs reduces sound to safer decibel levels while keeping music clear and crisp.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), over one billion young adults are at risk of permanent, avoidable hearing loss due to unsafe listening practices.

4.  Improve Sleep in Noisy Dorms
Roommates, traffic, late-night conversations — quality sleep can be hard to get. Loop Earplugs help create a quieter sleep environment so you wake up more rested.

5.  Reduce Noise When Travelling
From buses to flights, Loop Earplugs makes travelling more comfortable by minimizing engine noise and background chatter.

What are the different kinds of earplugs available?

Depending on the situation(s) where you’ll use your earplugs, Loop Earplugs divides their products by the following categories: 

  • Noise Sensitivity 
  • Sleeping 
  • Events
  • Parenting 
  • Travelling

Choosing the right pair depends on your lifestyle and daily needs.

Our Loop Earplugs recommendations 

  1. Loop Engage 2 Plus – Earplugs for noise sensitivity 
         Great for: socializing, group study sessions, and busy cafés.
          Features include:
             – Fewer distractions, more connection
                – Filters background noise by 16 dB (SNR) for more present socializing (+9 dB with Loop Mute).
             – Keeps speech clear
               – Minimizes the ‘blocked ear’ sensation common when speaking with earplugs.
               – Extra noise control
               – Comes with a removable Loop Mute accessory for less noise when you need it.

2.  Loop Quiet 2 – Earplugs for sleep
      Great for: dorm rooms, shared apartments, and travel.
       Features Include:  
        –  Powerful noise reduction
            – 24 dB (SNR) of noise reduction for getting in your quiet bubble at home, work and beyond.
        –  New ultra-comfy design
            – Flexible soft-touch silicone earplugs for dreamy comfort day and night.
         – Customizable fit
            – A wide range of ear tip sizes for a perfect fit, even in smaller ears.

3.  Loop Experience 2 Plus – Earplugs for events
      Great for: concerts, festivals, clubs, and sporting events.
       Features Include:  
        –  Less noise, crisper sound
           – Filters noise by 17 dB (SNR) so music stays clear, but at a safer volume (+3 dB with Mute).
         – Certified hearing protection
            – High-quality protection from damaging noise for peace of mind in loud situations.
         – Extra noise control
            – Comes with removable Loop Mute accessory for less noise when you need it.

Loop Earplugs give you a simple way to take control of your environment. Whether you want deeper concentration during study sessions, better sleep at night, or safer sound levels at events, the right pair can make a noticeable difference in your daily routine.

Ready to explore the world of Loop Earplugs? You can find your perfect fit by taking this one minute quiz. Plus, if you’re an ISIC, IYTC, or ITIC cardholder, you can get 16% off your purchase at Loop Earplugs!

Les bouchons d’oreille Loop sont-ils utiles pour les étudiants ?

 

Imaginez la situation suivante : vous trouvez un endroit pour étudier sur le campus, mais vous réalisez que vous avez oublié vos écouteurs à la maison. Vous soupirez, mais vous vous résignez à étudier sans eux.

En essayant de vous concentrer, vous commencez à remarquer tous les bruits autour de vous. Un groupe de personnes à proximité parle fort, quelqu’un est au téléphone en mode haut-parleur, et les portes s’ouvrent et se ferment. Vous essayez de vous concentrer sur vos études, mais vous n’y arrivez pas, à cause de tout ce bruit.

Si cette situation vous est familière, vous n’êtes pas seul. Le bruit est l’une des principales causes de perte de productivité chez les étudiants.

C’est là que les bouchons d’oreilles Loop peuvent vous aider.

Les bouchons d’oreille traditionnels sont souvent volumineux et de couleurs vives, mais ce n’est pas le cas avec les bouchons d’oreille Loop. Non seulement les boucles d’écoute Loop sont conçues pour tous types d’environnements et de situations, mais elles sont également élégantes, confortables et offrent une protection auditive.

Alors, les boucles d’écoute Loop valent-elles la peine pour les étudiants ? Oui. Pour des étudiants comme vous, qui menez une vie bien remplie et qui souhaitez pouvoir étudier dans le calme, sans le bruit constant qui vous entoure, les bouchons d’oreilles Loop sont un investissement judicieux.

Quels sont les avantages des bouchons d’oreilles Loop ?

1. Amélioration de la concentration pendant les sessions d’études

Filtrez les bruits ambiants distrayants pour pouvoir vous concentrer dans les bibliothèques, les cafés ou les espaces communs, tout en restant connecté à votre environnement.

2. Réduction de la charge sensorielle

Les campus animés peuvent être accablants. Les boucles d’écoute Loop aident à réduire le niveau sonore global, ce qui rend les endroits bondés plus faciles à gérer.

3. Protection de l’ouïe aux concerts et aux évènements

Plusieurs concerts atteignent des volumes insécuritaires pour l’ouïe. Les bouchons d’oreilles Loop réduisent le volume tout en préservant la qualité du son.

D’après l’Organisation Mondiale de la Santé (OMS), plus d’un milliard de jeunes adultes sont à risque de perte d’ouïe permanente à cause de pratiques d’écoute insécuritaires.

4. Amélioration du sommeil dans les résidences bruyantes

Les colocataires, la circulation, les conversations nocturnes… il peut être difficile de bien dormir. Les boucles d’écoute Loop aident à créer un environnement plus silencieux, pour que vous vous réveilliez plus reposé.

5. Réduction du bruit en transport

Que ce soit en bus ou en avion, les boucles d’écoute Loop rendent les voyages plus confortables en réduisant le bruit des moteurs et les conversations environnantes.

Quels sortes de bouchons sont disponibles ?

En fonction des situations où vous vous servirez des bouchons, Loop divise ses produits selon les catégories suivantes :

  • Sensibilité auditive 
  • Sommeil 
  • Évènements
  • Parentalité 
  • Voyage

Le choix de la bonne paire dépend de votre style de vie et de vos besoins quotidiens.

Nos recommendations

1. Loop Engage 2 Plus – Bouchons d’oreilles pour la sensitivité auditive
     Superbe pour la socialisation, les sessions d’études en groupes et les cafés bondés
     Fonctionnalités : 
      – Moins de distractions, plus de connexions
        – Filtre du son de fond jusqu’à 16 dB (Rapport signal/bruit) afin de maintenir la présence pendant la
           socialisation (+9 dB avec Loop Mute).
    – Préserve la clarté de la parole
      – Minimise la sensation « d’oreille bouchée », trop commune avec les bouchons d’oreilles traditionnels.

2. Loop Quiet 2 – Bouchons d’oreilles pour le sommei
     Parfait pour les chambres de résidences, les appartements partagés et le voyage.
     Fonctionnalités :
     – Réduction puissante du bruit
       – 24 dB (Rapport signal/bruit) de réduction sonore afin d’entrer dans votre bulle personnelle chez vous, au
         travail et encore plus.
     – Conception ultra-confortable
        – Bouchons d’oreille souples en silicone doux au toucher pour un confort de rêve, de jour comme de nuit.

3. Loop Experience 2 Plus – Bouchons d’oreilles pour des évènements
     Idéal pour des concerts, des festivals, des clubs et des évènements sportifs.
     Fonctionnalités :
     – Moins de bruit, son plus clair
       – Filtre 17 dB (Rapport signal/bruit) pour que la musique demeure claire, mais à un volume plus sécuritaire
         (+3 dB de protection avec la sourdine).
    – Protection auditive certifiée
      – Protection de haute qualité pour que vous vous sentiez serein en situations bruyantes.

 

Les bouchons d’oreilles Loop vous offrent un moyen simple de reprendre le contrôle de votre environnement. Que vous souhaitiez une concentration accrue pendant vos séances d’étude, un meilleur sommeil la nuit, ou des niveaux sonores plus sûrs lors d’événements, la bonne paire peut faire une différence notable dans votre routine quotidienne.

Prêt à explorer le monde de Loop ? Vous pouvez trouver vos bouchons d’oreilles en remplissant ce court formulaire. De plus, si vous avec une carte ISIC, IYTC ou ITIC, vous profitez d’un rabais de 16% sur vos achats Loop!

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Happy New Year! (Hopefully we can still say that?!)

We’re nearing the end of January and as we settle into 2026, you may be feeling the motivation you had when you made your goals for the year start to dwindle, especially with the winter weather going on (if you aren’t in Canada right now, and somewhere warm, lucky you!). While you might feel your motivation running low in the winter, it’s important to take care of yourself in order to accomplish the goals you’ve set for yourself. We have five tips to make sure you are taking care of yourself through this winter weather:

1. Go for some winter walks

While you will have to bundle up more to go on a walk in the winter, it is a great way to get your steps in during the winter, especially if one of your goals for this year is to be more active. Apart from getting your steps in, other benefits of going on winter walks include:

    a. Vitamin D boost

Vitamin D is a nutrient that keeps our bones healthy and strong. During winter, since there is less exposure to the sun, we don’t get as much of it versus in the summer time we get a lot of Vitamin D because we are outside more.

    b. Improves overall well-being and mental health

Having trouble focussing during your study session? Go out for a quick 10 or 15 minute walk with or without music and take in the sights and sensations of winter walking. You’ll come back to your desk a little cold but ready to study with better focus.

    c. Can help lower blood pressure and reduce stress levels

Having a stressful week? Take a few times during the week to walk and reduce your stress levels. Remember to bundle up properly for your winter walk and have good boots!

2. Check-in/plan dates with your friends or loved ones

While the holidays may have had lots of socializing going on for you, January may be a little quieter and leave you with some feelings of disconnection with friends and loved ones.

Whether you plan a date to be with your friends or make a phone call to loved ones, it’s a great idea to figure out the ways you feel most connected to them and not feel that you are disconnected. Around this time of year we tend to be isolated and so staying connected with your friends and loved ones is very important during this time.

3. Go on a digital detox challenge in the evenings for a week

If one of your goals this year is to spend less time on your digital devices such as your phone, computer/laptop or TV – you can take baby steps to reducing the time you spend on your digital devices by trying a digital detox for a week in the evenings.

For example, once it hits 7pm, that’s when your digital detox starts. Not sure what to do during your digital detox? You can find some ideas here: https://notesbythalia.com/social-media-detox-mindful-activities/

4. Plan fun things to do for the rest of this season

If you are an Indoor person in the winter, here are some things you can do indoors:
      – Learn a new hobby
      – Read those books living on your bookshelf that you haven’t read yet
      – Do a digital declutter – reduce the emails in you inbox, delete apps you’re no longer using on your phone
      – Attend events being held indoors – campus events

If you are an outdoor person in the winter, here are some things you can do outdoors:
     – Ice Skating
     – Winter birdwatching
     – Ice Fishing
     – Go for a winter hike

5. Head to the gym or find a YouTube fitness channel you like and get your body moving
A common way to get out of a slump or rough day is to get your body moving. Whether you have a gym you can go to or not, you can find a variety of exercise videos on YouTube to try in the comfort of your room. Even just thirty minutes of exercise can make a big difference in your overall health and well-being.

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5 façons de prendre soin de vous cet hiver afin d’atteindre vos objectifs pour 2026 !

Bonne année ! (Si on peut toujours se permettre de le dire ?!)

La fin du mois de janvier approche à grands pas. Comme nous nous installons fermemement en 2026, vous ressentez peut-être s’amenuiser la motivation du début de l’année, surtout lorsque la météo vire vers le négatif (si vous n’êtes pas au Canada, mais à un endroit chaud, vous êtes chanceux !). Quoique votre motivation puisse s’amenuiser pendant l’hiver, il est important de s’occuper de soi-même afin d’accomplir tous vos objectifs. À cet égard, nous avons cinq conseils afin de s’assurer que vous vous occupez bien de vous, malgré la météo d’hiver :

1. Faites des promenades hivernales :
Quoique vous auriez à bien vous emmitoufler afin de faire une promenade hivernale, cette dernière est une très bonne opportunité d’accomplir vos objectifs de pas quotidiens, surtout si voulez être plus actif cette année. En plus d’obtenir vos pas, les avantages d’une promenade comprennent :

    a. Vitamine D

La vitamine D est un nutriment qui préserve la santé de nos os. Pendant l’hiver, puisqu’il y a moins de chance d’obtenir du soleil, nous en obtenons moins que l’été, lorsque nous passons plus de temps dehors.

    b. Amélioration du bien-être et de la santé mentale

Difficultés à vous concentrer pendant votre session d’étude ? Sortez pour une petite promenande de 10 ou 15 minutes avec ou sans musique, afin de bien intégrer les paysages et les sensations de l’hiver. Vous reviendrez à votre espace de travail un peu frisquet, mais fin prêt à vous concentrer.

    c. Réduction de la pression sanguine et des niveaux de stress

Vous passer une semaine anxiogène ? Prenez le temps de vous offrir une promenade et de réduire vos niveaux de stress.

Rappelez-vous de bien vous emmitoufler pour votre promenade, et de faire usage de bonnes bottes !

2. Prenez des nouvelles de vos amis et vos proches ; planifier des sorties avec eux !
Bien que les fêtes sont souvent pleines d’activités sociales, le mois de janvier peut être un peu plus tranquille, ce qui risque de créez un sentiment de déconnexion entre vous, vos amis et vos proches.

Que ce soit une sortie avec vos amis ou un appel téléphonique avec vos proches, c’est toujours une bonne idée de connecter avec eux. À ces temps-ci de l’année, nous avons tendance à nous isoler ; rappelez-vous donc d’entretenir ces connexions essentielles.

3. Relevez le défi d’une détoxication numérique pour une semaine
Si un de vos objectifs de l’année est de passé moins de temps sur votre téléphone, sur votre ordinateur ou sur votre télévision – vos pouvez prendre un peit pas dans la bonne direction en faisant une détoxication numérique, les soirées, pendant une semaine.

Par exemple, dès que 19h sonne, votre détoxication commence. Vous ne savez pas quoi faire pendant votre détoxication ? Vous pouvez trouver des idées dans l’article ci-bas : https://notesbythalia.com/social-media-detox-mindful-activities/

4. Planifiez des activités plaisantes pour ce qui reste de l’hiver

Si vous préférez demeurer à l’intérieur pendant l’hiver, voici des suggestions d’activités intérieures :
     – Apprenez un nouveau passe-temps
     – Lisez ces livres qui peuplent votre étagère depuis quelques temps
     – Faisez un désemcombrement numérique – réduisez les courriels dans votre boît de réception, supprimer les
      applications que vous n’utilisez plus sur votre téléphone
    – Rendez-vous à des évènements intérieurs sur votre campus !

Si vous préférez l’extérieur, voici quelques activités à faire dehors :
     – Patiner
     – Observation
     – Pêche sur glace
     – Entreprenez une randonnée hivernale

5. Rendez-vous au gymnase ou trouvez une chaîne YouTube de santé personnelle qui vous plaît et faites bouger votre corps
Une bonne tactique pour vous sortir d’une baisse d’énergie est de faire bouger votre corps. Que vous ayez un gymnase où vous pouvez vous rendre ou non, vous pouvez trouver une gigantesque variété de vidéos d’entraînement sur YouTube à essayer dans votre propre chambre. Que trente minutes suffisent à concrétiser une grande différence pour votre santé comme votre bien-être.

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Due to the Canada Post strike, we have paused our plastic card option as we are unable to guarantee our usual delivery timelines. We will notify everyone once we are able to resume the production of our plastic cards. Thank you for your understanding. 

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En raison de la grève de Postes Canada, nous avons suspendu notre option de cartes en plastique, car nous ne sommes pas en mesure de garantir nos délais de livraison habituels. Nous vous informerons dès que nous serons en mesure de reprendre la production de nos cartes en plastique. Nous vous remercions de votre compréhension. 

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We’re having a contest! 

You are now almost done a month of the new semester and you are also now (hopefully) used to your class schedule, maybe found some nice study spots on campus and attended a few orientation events and got free swag from them (aka free stuff!). 

The free stuff continues for you because… we’re hosting a fall contest that launches today! 

We’re sure you have a couple of questions about our contest, so here are the answers: 

What prizes can I win?  

 Enter to win one of our two student prize packs to make your student life even better this semester. These prize packs were designed with items to help you get through the new academic year.

Prize Pack #1 contains the following: 

  • Porter Airlines – $100 Gift Card
  • Herschel Novel™ Duffle | Carry On – 26.5L in colour black
  • Lenovo Wired Essentials Kit
  • Luggage tag

Prize Pack #2 contains the following: 

  • LaCie 2TB Rugged USB-C Portable Hard Drive
  • Herschel Canada – City Backpack – 16L
  • Softmoc Giftcard – $100 Gift Card 
  • Luggage tag

How do I enter the contest?!

There are only FOUR steps you need to take to enter the contest!

Step 1: 

Step 2: 

Step 3: 

Step 4:

  • Head to isic.ca/studentspackscontest/
    • Fill out the entry form 
    • Answer the question, “Which item in the student prize packs would make your student life better this semester?”

When does the contest end?

The contest runs from October 7, 2025 at 6:30 p.m EST to November 24, 2025 at 6 p.m. EST.

Anything else I should know about the contest?

Yes, here are the other important details to know about the contest: 

  • The contest is only open to Canadian ISIC cardholders with a current Canadian mailing address. Yes, we will ask you on the entry form if you have a Canadian address.

  • There is a limit of one entry per person for this contest.

  • This contest is not affiliated in any way with Meta or Instagram. 

  • Full contest terms can be found at cfs-fcee.ca/contest-terms

  • Terms sheet can be found at isic.ca/studentspackscontest/

Enter our contest today and we’ll notify the winners (hopefully, you!) on November 28, 2025 when we randomly draw the two lucky winners. Go ahead and share our contest instagram post with your friends so they can also enter the contest. 

Point de vue : vous pouvez gagner des cadeaux simplement pour avoir été formidable ce trimestre

Nous lançons un concours!

Vous avez presque terminé le premier mois du nouveau trimestre et vous vous êtes (nous l’espérons) habituée ou habitué à votre emploi du temps, vous avez peut-être trouvé de bons endroits pour étudier sur le campus et vous avez participé à quelques activités de la semaine d’accueil où vous avez reçu des cadeaux (autrement dit, des trucs gratuits!).

Les cadeaux continuent pour vous, car… nous organisons un concours d’automne qui commence aujourd’hui! 

Nous sommes certains que vous avez quelques questions à propos de notre concours, voici donc les réponses : 

Quels prix puis-je gagner?

Inscrivez-vous pour gagner l’un des deux lots de prix pour les étudiantes et étudiants afin de rendre votre vie étudiante meilleure ce trimestre. Ces lots de prix ont été créés afin de vous aider à passer la nouvelle année scolaire. 

Voici ce que comprend le premier lot de prix :

  • Porter Airlines – une carte-cadeau de 100 $
  • Herschel NovelMD polochon | bagage de cabine – 26,5 litres de couleur noire
  • Ensemble Lenovo Wired Essentials Kit
  • Étiquette à bagage

Voici ce que comprend le deuxième lot de prix :

  • Disque dur portatif de deux téraoctets LaCie Rugged USB-C
  • Herschel Canada – sac à dos City – 16 litres
  • Carte-cadeau Softmoc – carte-cadeau de 100 $ 
  • Étiquette à bagage

Comment puis-je m’inscrire au concours?!

Il n’y a que QUATRE étapes à suivre pour vous inscrire au concours!

Première étape :

Deuxième étape :

Troisième étape :

  • Veillez à avoir déjà une carte ISIC!
    • Vous n’avez pas de carte ISIC? Si vous fréquentez une école d’une section locale de la FCEE, vous pouvez obtenir la carte ISIC pour 0 $! Allez à ce lien pour demander votre carte GRATUITE : isiccanada.ca/cfsfcee
    • Vous ne fréquentez pas une école d’une section locale de la FCEE? Procurez-vous la carte ISIC pour seulement 20 $ à l’adresse suivante : isiccanada.ca/cards

Quatrième étape :

  •    Allez à isic.ca/studentspackscontest/
    • Remplissez le formulaire d’inscription
    • Répondez à la question suivante : « Quel article des lots de prix pour les étudiantes et étudiants rendrait votre vie étudiante meilleure ce trimestre? »”

Quand prend fin le concours?

Le concours se déroule du 7 octobre 2025 à 18 h 30 EST au 24 novembre 2025 à 18 h EST

Y a-t-il autre chose que je devrais savoir au sujet du concours?

Oui, voici les autres détails importants à connaître au sujet du concours : 

  •  Le concours est réservé aux titulaires d’une carte ISIC canadienne ayant une adresse postale canadienne valide. Oui, nous vous demanderons sur le formulaire d’inscription si vous avez une adresse canadienne. 
  • Une seule participation par personne est autorisée pour ce concours.
  • Ce concours n’est en aucun cas affilié à Meta ou Instagram. 
  • Les modalités complètes du concours se trouvent à l’adresse suivante : cfs-fcee.ca/contest-terms
  •  L’information sur les modalités se trouve à l’adresse suivante : isic.ca/studentspackscontest/

Participez à notre concours dès aujourd’hui et nous informerons les gagnantes ou gagnants (vous, nous l’espérons!) le 28 novembre 2025 lorsque nous tirerons au sort les deux heureux gagnants ou gagnantes.N’hésitez pas à partager notre publication Instagram sur le concours avec vos amies et amis afin qu’ils puissent également y participer. 

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We’re G Adventures — and we’ve been the leaders in small group adventure travel for over 30 years. How’d we earn this oh-so-glorious reputation? By listening to awesome travellers just like you, and giving you exactly what you want. Flexible itineraries? Check. Freedom to explore? Yup. Safety and peace of mind? You betcha. Un-freakin-believable guides? 100%. Student-friendly adventures that are ridiculously good in value? Ohhh yeah. 

Speaking of value — let’s give that wallet of yours a little break. Thanks to our brand new ISIC Partnership, we’re rolling out not one, but two student discounts to kickstart your next adventure. Whether you’re in college, university, or high school, we’ve got you covered with these exclusive offers:

 

  1. $100 travel voucher: Exclusive to college and university students, just verify your student status, snag your travel voucher, and get your next adventure on the books for less! 

2. 10% off promo code: For all other students, simply contact G Adventures when booking and provide the code when you validate your ISIC or IYTC card via this link (*insert link) — we’ll hook you up with that sweet, sweet 10% discount.

Find more details about these offers on this page.

Now let’s jump into the fun part — choosing your adventure! We’ve got a whole whack of Travel Styles to choose from, but we’ve zoned in on two specially crafted for young, savvy adventurers like yourself: Roamies and 18-to-Thirtysomethings. These trips are bursting with value, jam-packed with good times, and designed for students eager to discover the world without breaking the bank. And with over 180 trips between the two, the world is pretty much your oyster. 

Now that you’ve got a hot discount at your disposal, the only thing left to decide is…where to next? 

Head on over to GAdventures.com and let the adventure begin!

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On Friday, November 15, 2024 it was announced that Canada Post workers were on strike. Due to this strike, we have decided to halt the issuance of plastic ISIC, IYTC, ITIC cards for the time being. We will resume the issuance of the plastic cards once the strike is over.

We will reach out to any customers who ordered plastic card orders on or before November 15. 

Virtual versions of the ISIC, IYTC, and ITIC cards can still be ordered during this time and will be processed as normal. 

Thank you for your patience as we navigate this change!

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Five ways to make time for exercise

One of the benefits of regular exercise for students is its positive effects on studying such as improving memory and thinking skills. It can often be easy as busy students to neglect our physical health and put it on the back burner to focus on school and our other responsibilities. However, even as busy students, making time for exercise is incredibly important. So how do you make time for exercise in your busy life as a student? Here are five ways!

1.  Schedule your workouts like your classes 

When you schedule your workout ahead of time, it will likely be harder to skip it, and this is especially true once you have a workout routine in place. You should aim to work out on the same days and at the same times for consistency. 

Scheduling your workouts reminds you to be physically active, but it also reminds you to take a break from studying and sitting down all-day long. Schedule your workouts in either your planner, Google calendar or whatever you use to plan your day.

 

2. Kickstart your exercise habit with a workout challenge and then build your workout routine from there

 One of the biggest ways people start their journey to being more active is by starting a workout challenge that they see on the internet, on a YouTube video or on a social media post. This workout challenge may be a daily, weekly or monthly challenge. For example, one of the popular workout challenges of 2020 was Chloe Ting’s “2 Weeks Shred Challenge.”

While there is nothing wrong with starting your exercise habit with a workout challenge, the problem comes after you complete the challenge. Once you finish the challenge, it’s easy to stop working out altogether. To keep up your new exercise habit, you need to create a workout routine. 

To create a workout routine, you need to figure out three things:

– how many times a week you want to work out,
– for how long,
– and on which days. 

The key to creating an effective workout routine starts by starting small and then adding more workouts into your routine over time. If your goal is to work out four times a week, you can start by working out two times a week for the first two weeks. Then in the next two weeks, you can add another workout and work out three times a week and so on.

3. Figure out your “why” or “whys” 

Taking a lesson from Simon Sinek’s book “Start with Why”, take some time to figure out exactly why you want to fit more exercise into your life. In most cases, you’ll discover one the main reason you want to work out or realize you have more than one reason (which is normal).

Whatever you discover is your “why” or “whys”, write them down on a sticky note and place it somewhere you’ll see it every day. Writing down your “why” or “whys” helps you understand your reasons for wanting to be more active and serves as a reminder on days you don’t want to work out. 

 

4. Sneak in a quick walk or take the stairs 

This is one of the easiest ways to incorporate more exercise into your daily routine on top of your workouts. Try to find more ways to be active in your day-to-day life, this can include taking the stairs instead of the elevator or going for a 15-minute walk during lunchtime or even taking the long route to your next class.

 

5. Keep your workout clothes close by where you can see them 

Preparing your clothes the day before the day your work out is one of the easiest ways to remember to exercise but also stay motivated. You won’t have to try to get your workout clothes together when you are in a rush because it’s already put together! Keeping your workout clothes someplace you see them every day too will be a helpful reminder about your goal.

 

Making time for exercise in your life as a busy student is important. Exercise helps us live an overall better and healthier life and helps us accomplish all the things we want to do as students. 

 

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Don’t forget! With your ISIC, IYTC, or ITIC card, you get exclusive offers in Canada and beyond! Find discounts for you here.

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The fall 2023 semester is here and the transition back to studying can be hard. Luckily we have six tips for you on how to get back into studying but in a way that makes it easier, not harder.

1. Take organized notes

Organizing your notes is actually very important in the learning and memory process and is first tip in how to get back into studying. There are a variety of ways to take organized notes that make sense to your brain. One very simple but effective way is called the Cornell Note Taking Method. How does this method work? First, make two columns on your page, with the left-hand column taking up roughly 1/4 of the page. Then write down your notes on the main ideas and terminology in the right column after identifying them in the left column. This works much better than trying to copy down every word of a lecture or a full chapter of your textbook. 

Also did you know the physical act of writing actually helps you retain the information? 

 

2. Use handmade flashcards

All you have to do is write the key term or concept on one side and then a definition or example on the opposite side. Then test yourself or even have a classmate or friend to do it with you! This is a highly popular way on how to get back into studying.

 

3. Read out loud

Reading aloud triggers many different areas of your brain to become active. Although it seems like a simple thing, reading out loud requires your brain to process the information to get it out verbally, then as you hear it your brain processes it again. Don’t worry if you feel shy doing this, you may want to find a quiet, secluded place for this.

 

4. Find and take practice tests – or create them!

Lots of research suggests that practice tests are a great way to help you retain information. There is usually a large variety of resources on the internet or even your professor can provide one. If you can’t find anything, make a quiz and test yourself!!

 

5. No distractions!

It’s definitely tempting to check your phone while you study. Muting or turning on airplane mode can help you focus on studying and you can dedicate a time to check your phone. Also, listening to music can distract your thinking and memory processes, so it’s essential to find a quiet place and stick to listening to music like classical or jazz.

 

6. Plan a consistent study time

Although you may assume a single long study session may be the most effective strategy, it’s not. Instead, setting aside shorter periods of planned time each day are much more effective than a longer time. Research shows that your brain needs repetition in order to start the processes that support learning and memory.

 

Lastly, make sure that you get a good night’s sleep to allow your brain to solidify all the information you learned in the day!!

 

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What is ISIC?

The International Student Identity Card (ISIC) is for both domestic and international full-time students and is your passport to access student discounts in Canada and around the world. An ISIC card is the only internationally-recognised student ID, making cardholders members of a truly global club. Every year more than 4.5 million students from 130 countries use their ISIC to take advantage of offers on travel, shopping, museums and more, worldwide. Check out our website https://isic.ca/ for more information.

 

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The gift guide for the traveller in your life. Whether you’re looking for a trip, an attraction, or a hotel stay, you’ll find it in this gift guide!

Give the gift of travel to the traveller or first-time traveller in your life with Contiki! Contiki operates tours in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Asia. They currently have their winter sale trips going on for the holidays and for escaping the cold to the Mediterranean! 

Some of our favourite trips include Ireland, Spanish Spree, and European Magic. 

Who it’s perfect for: students, first-time travellers, avid travellers

ISIC members – You get 150 CA$ Off at Contiki!

 

Reedem this offer here

While waiting for your flight, you can head over to Plaza Premium Lounge, the world’s largest independent lounge that welcomes all travellers regardless of class of travel or airline! With their locations in over 70 major international airports, you can relax, have some delicious food and beverages, and do some work while you wait for your flight at their lounges.

Who it’s perfect for: Students

ISIC members – Get up to 50% off on Student Lounge Access at selected Plaza Premium Lounge locations worldwide! 

Reedem this offer here

Do you know someone planning to travel to another province, another country, or planning a staycation in their city? Choice Hotels has over 325 locations spanning all provinces and over 6,300 worldwide waiting to welcome you.

Their hotels are conveniently located near major airports, key highways, and business districts.

Who it’s perfect for: Students

ISIC members – Get up to 15% off accommodations at Choice Hotels!

Reedem this offer here

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia, FlyOver Canada uses state-of-the-art technology to give you the feeling of flight. You will hang suspended, feet dangling, before a 20-metre spherical screen while their film whisks you away on an exhilarating 8-minute journey across Canada, from east to west.

Special effects include wind, mist and scents, combined with the ride’s motion to create an unforgettable experience.

Who it’s perfect for: Students

ISIC members – Get up to 15% off accommodations at Choice Hotels!

Reedem this offer here

The most recognizable and celebrated icon, the CN Tower, defines the Toronto skyline at 553.33m (1,815ft5in). If you are planning to visit Toronto, this is a must visit place with its world-class entertainment and dining destination.

Spectacular views include floor-to-ceiling panoramic Window Walls, world-famous Glass Floor, SkyPod and glass fronted elevators with glass floor panels.

Who it’s perfect for: Students

ISIC members – Get up to 50% off on Student Lounge Access at selected Plaza Premium Lounge locations worldwide! 

Reedem this offer here

Check out our other gift guides:

 

2021 Gift Guide for Tech Lovers

2021 Gifts for the people you’re having trouble finding a gift for

2021 Gift Guide for Fashion, Makeup, and Footwear Lovers

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