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DIPLOMAS, CERTIFICATES, AND PRIZES.-Diplomas are granted to such students as take up the College Course regularly and proceed from year to year; and Certificates to those who take a special course adapted to their literary standing. Besides these, prizes are awarded in the form of gold and silver medals for First General Proficiency; and of books for Second General Proficiency, and the highest marks in each study.

9. Demill Ladies' College, Oshawa.

This College, under the management and control of the Rev. A. B. Demill, is well situated near the town of Oshawa. The building is large and commodious, and supplied with various modern improvements. The College is non-denominational, but every effort is made to surround the students with the highest moral and religious associations. One very noticeable feature in connection with the School is that there are no day pupils.

COURSE OF STUDY.-There are two courses in the College: the Preparatory, covering two years, in which the subjects of study are entirely English; the Collegiate, covering three years, in which the instruction is of the highest academic nature. The Music and the Art Departments are under the supervision of competent teachers.

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COURSE IN MUSIC.-Pupils desiring to graduate are required to pass an entrance examination. The course spreads over two years and embraces the following studies: Pianoforte, Organ, Harmony and Musical Form. examinations for graduating pupils are conducted by outside examiners. A successful examination at the end of the full course will entitle the pupil to a Diploma.

ART DEPARTMENT.-The course embraces the elementary principles and rules of Drawing as applied to both pencil and crayon. Special attention is paid to instruction in Oil Painting, Ornamental Painting on China, Glass, Wood, Brass, Satin, and Plush. Sketching from Nature is a prominent feature of the course in this Department.

ELOCUTION.-Semi-weekly lessons in Elocution are given by a thoroughly competent teacher. Careful attention is given to vocal culture and an effort is made so that an easy and natural style of reading and speaking may be acquired.

HONORS. -Satisfactory examinations in the course will entitle the students to the Degree of "Mistress of Liberal Arts." When the examinations are confined to the English branches the students will receive the Degree of "Mistress of English Literature."

LIBRARY, ETC.-The Library and the Reading Room are well equipped, and a Museum is in course of formation.

10. Woodstock College-Ladies' Department.

(See Woodstock College.)

II. Loretto Abbey, Toronto.

The Institute of which this Abbey (founded in 1847)—the Mother House in Canada-is a branch, is of ancient origin, and has been for more than two centuries devoted to the instruction of youth. The Mother House was first established in Rome, whence it was transferred to Munich. From this latter city, about 1683, Houses were established in Hammersmith and York, England. In the early part of this century (1822) the community established a

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House at Rathfarnham, near Dublin. To this first Irish foundation the Mother Superior gave the name of "Loretto," from the House of Nazareth now at Loretto, in Italy. Hence all filiations from the Irish Mother House have carried the name with them.

STATISTICS.—The cost of the buildings was $70,000. The income varies from $11,000 to $13,000. Cost of board and tuition, $200 a year. The number of pupils is 200; about the same number have graduated since 1847.

STUDIES.-The Course of Instruction in this establishment extends from four to six years. It comprises every branch suitable to the education of young ladies. They receive tuition, according to the wishes of parents or guardians, in English, French, Italian, German and Latin Languages; Harp, Piano, Melodeon and Guitar; Singing; Oil Painting, Grecian Oil Painting, Painting in Water-colors; Pencil, Pastile, and Monochromatic Drawing; Embroidery, Plain and Fancy Needlework, etc. Lessons are given in Domestic Economy. The same Course of Instruction is, in the main, pursued in all the Convents and Academies of Loretto.

12. Academy of the Sacred Heart, London.

The order of the Sacred Heart was founded by Madame Barat, in France, in the year 1800, for the puspose of securing a Christian education to women of the higher classes. Houses of this Order exist in Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, and Algiers. Its teachers must hold themselves in readiness to go to any post assigned them by the Superior-General, who resides in Paris. Facilities are thus afforded pupils for acquiring foreign languages. History, literature, the languages, and music receive special attention in the plan of studies. Opportunities are also given for art studies.

The ladies of the Sacred Heart were invited to London by Mgr. Pinsonneault in 1857. The first location chosen was Mount Hope. Afterwards, the Lawrason estate was purchased in 1865. It is surrounded by beautifully laid out grounds. The ladies put up a large brick addition, at a cost of over $30,000, which is admirably heated, lighted, and ventilated. The number of pupils of all kinds in attendance is about 250.

13. St. Joseph's Academy, Toronto.

This Academy was established in the year 1856, by the Sisters. of St. Joseph, a religious community founded in Lyons, France, in 1650. With few exceptions, the Separate Schools of the Diocese of Toronto are under their charge. The building is very large and is well equipped. It is situated near the Queen's Park. The Academy is under the supervision of the Mother Superior, and the teaching is done by the Sisters of the Community, aided by Professors in one or two Departments. There are about 150 pupils in attendance.

COURSE OF STUDY.-There are two Departments, a Junior and a Senior; the former embracing all the subjects of an elementary course, including a Kindergarten. The studies in the Senior Department extend over three years, and embrace English, Mathematics and Languages. In this Department the pupils are prepared for University honors, and for First, Second and Third-class Teachers' Certificates.

SPECIAL COURSE.-In this course the pupils are thoroughly grounded in English, and devote additional time to the Modern Languages, Music, Painting and Fancy Work.

PRIZES.-At the end of the scholastic year prizes are distributed in the form of medals, gold and silver. Graduating honors, certificates of merit, etc., are also awarded.

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14. Loretto Convent, Lindsay.

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This Institution is situated on a slight elevation, which commands a view of the town, the river, and the surrounding country. It was established in 1876. The edifice is noted for the perfection of its style and finish, and for the method of ventilation adopted in the Convent. The study halls, dormitories, etc., are furnished with all modern improvements, chiefly under the direction of the late lamented Father Stafford, of Lindsay.

The great object of the pupils attending this Convent is to pass the Departmental Examinations. It is not so in the other houses of the Institute, consequently a somewhat different course of studies is pursued. In the highest class, composed of about 25 pupils, the High School curriculum is followed. Out of this class 43 passed the Departmental Examinations in three years.

STATISTICS.-The cost of the building was $30,000. The income is about $4,000 a year. The number of teachers is six, and the number of students and pupils about 120; the number of graduates, 55.

STUDIES - The Course of Study for the ordinary pupils is similar to that of the Loretto Abbey, Toronto.

15. Loretto Academy, Belleville.

This Seminary was established at a cost of $20,000. Its annual income is about $4,000. The course extends to eight years, and is similar to that of the Loretto Convents. The number of students and pupils is 155.

16. Loretto Academy, Niagara Falls.

This Institution is situated on a healthy location, overlooking the Falls of Niagara, on the Canadian side, and affords an extensive view of the Falls, Rapids and Islands in the vicinity. It was erected at a cost of $100,000, and opened in 1861. The number of pupils is 63. The studies are the same as in

the mother institution, Toronto. Particular attention is given to Music, and the pupils are required to perform at concerts once a month in presence of the teachers. Two medals are given annually-one for satisfactory conduct and assiduity at study, the other for Domestic Economy (including order, neatness of person, and exactitude in keeping in repair articles of clothing, etc.)

17. Loretto Convent, Hamilton.

This Academy for Young Ladies, directed by the Ladies of Loretto, was established in 1865. It is situated on elevated ground (Mount St. Mary) in the western part of the city, and commands a view of Lake Ontario, Burlington Bay, and the broken range of mountains which extends through this part of Canada. The grounds are extensive and ornamented with shrubs and trees. The Course of Study is similar to that of the other Loretto Convents. The number of students is over 100, and the number of graduates 60.

18. Loretto Convent, Guelph.

This Institution was established in 1856. It has five departments of study, and the length of the course extends to seven years. The number of pupils is 390, and the number of graduates 12.

19. Loretto Convent, Stratford.

This Convent was established in 1879. Its annual income is $3,000. The average number of pupils is 75.

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V. MEDICAL COLLEGES AND SCHOOLS.

I. College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario, Toronto.

The Medical Profession in Ontario was first incorporated by an Act of Parliament in the year 1866, and the name given to it in its corporate capacity was The College of Physicians and Surgeons in Ontario. As every legally qualified Medical Practitioner in the Province is a member of this College, it is not, as its name might indicate, an institution for the teaching of Medicine.

THE COUNCIL.-The business of this corporate body is managed by a Council composed of (1) a Representative from each of the Universities in the Province, (2) Twelve Territorial Representatives who are elected by the Registered Practitioners of Medicine residing within the territorial division, and (3) Five Representatives from the Homoeopathic Practitioners. The Council regulates all matters connected with medical education; determines the Curriculum of Studies to be pursued by Students; appoints a Board of Examiners. Candidates passing a satisfactory examination before the Board are enrolled as Members of the College-the prerequisite for being legally qualified to practice their profession in Ontario. In the case of practitioners duly qualified in other countries, the Council fix the terms on which they may be admitted and become legally qualified practioners. In all cases, however, they must undergo the examination.

2. Toronto School of Medicine.

This Medical School, recognized by the several Colleges of Physicians and Surgeons in Great Britain, was established as the Rolph School in 1843, and incorporated by Act of Parliament in 1851. It is in affiliation with the University of Toronto and Victoria University, of which it may be consider the Medical Faculty. The Staff of Lecturers is composed of seventeen physicians. The School is in close proximity to the General Hospital. The students have also access to the various public charities of the city.

COURSE OF STUDY. -As fixed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario, the Course of Study extends over four Winter Sessions of six months each.

SUMMER SESSION.-A Summer Session is held in the General Hospital. The teaching is entirely practical and demonstrative, and is intended to supplement the Winter Session.

3. Trinity Medical School, Toronto.

This School was originated in 1850 by Drs. Hodder, Bovell, Badgley and Bethune, and then became a Faculty of the University of Trinity Coilege. In 1855-6 it ceased to be a Faculty of the University. In 1871 it was reorganized under a Faculty differently constituted but with many of the original Professors. In the year 1877 the School, instead of being one of the Faculties of the University of Trinity College, became an affiliated body.

COURSE OF STUDY.-The Curriculum embraces all the subjects required by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario; and besides these, Lectures on Medical Psychology, Biology, Zoology, etc., are provided for those students who desire to graduate at the University of Toronto, or wherever else these ourses are demanded.

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AFFILIATION, ETC.-This School is in affiliation with the Universities of Trinity College, Toronto, and Manitoba, and is recognized by the Royal College of Surgeons, England; the Royal College of Physicians of London; the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Edinburgh; the Faculty of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow; the King's and Queen's College of Physicians of Ireland, and by the conjoint Examining Boards in London and Edinburgh.

SUMMER SESSION.-A Summer Session of eight weeks, consisting of Didactic and Clinical Instruction, Lectures, and Demonstrations, is given at the Toronto General Hospital by the Professors of this School, conjointly with the Professors of the Toronto School of Medicine.

4. Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Kingston.

This Medical College was incorporated in 1854, and, possessing independent powers and privileges, is entitled to confer upon its own students and others the Diplomas of "Licentiate" and Fellow." In consequence of its affiliation with Queen's University, its students obtain the Degree of "Doctor of Medicine and Master of Surgery," by passing the requisite examination.

FOREIGN RECOGNITION.-Certificates of attendance at this College are recognized by the Royal College of Surgeons, London and Edinburgh.

CURRICULUM.-The Course of Study embraces all the subjects required by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario, and may be pursued either at the College, or partly there and partly at some other recognized Medical School, provided that at least one full session has been spent at the College. Full courses in the subjects of instruction for at least three (3) sessions must be attended before a student can present himself as a candidate for either the Diploma of the College or the Degree of the University. In either case the candidate must have completed a period of four (4) years' study, and have passed the Matriculation Examination of Queen's University or its equivalent.

5. Ontario College of Pharmacy, Toronto.

The Ontario College of Pharmacy is established in Toronto, having been incorporated by Act of Parliament in 1871. It is designed for the education of those who desire to carry on the business of Chemist or Druggist.

THE COUNCIL.-The College is under the control of the Pharmaceutical Council. It has authority to grant certificates of competency, and the holders of these certificates must be registered. The qualification for such certificates is that the candidate shall furnish to the Council satisfactory evidence of having served an apprenticeship, under a written contract, for not less than three years, to a regularly qualified Pharmaceutical Chemist. He must also satisfy the Council that he has passed an examination entitling him to admission to a High School, Collegiate Institute, or to a fourth class of a Public School.

COURSE OF STUDY.-The course of instruction pursued in the College covers all the subjects prescribed by the Council for certificates, and embraces Chemistry, Elementary and Pharmaceutical; Pharmacy; Materia Medica; Botany; Practical Dispensing; Reading and Translating Prescriptions.

6. School of Dentistry of the Royal College of Dental Surgeons for Ontario.

The Royal College of Dental Surgeons, incorporated in 1868, was empowered to establish a School of Dentistry in the City of Toronto.