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Principal's
Message
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 I
am privileged to fulfill the roles of Principal for TAIE International
Institute. Over the period of my involvement, I have admitted
many bright, serious students who have given our staff a special
sense of purpose as we plan for the future.
The true leaders of a nation are those who train and inspire
its youth. With that in mind, it is the vision of TAIE to
serve its students through a unique experience in learning,
it is our duty to respond to the hopes and aspirations of
each student, helping them grow in their quest to become productive
contributors to society.
Overall, these are stimulating times for TAIE, and we appreciate
the confidence of students and parents as we strive to provide
a quality experience for everyone associated with our Institute.
The aspirations we have for TAIE International Institute are
quite ambitious, and fulfilling those expectations will require
the careful attention of the entire team in Toronto. We trust
you will be pleased with the result.
I do hope you will all feel free to visit and let me know
how you are getting along in the learning process. If you
have any difficulties, I will be pleased to assist you along
the trail.
Best wishes,
Kirk A.W. Wipper C.M., KSJ.
Professor Emeritus
Principal
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Mr.
Kirk Wipper -- Well-known Educator
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Mr. Kirk Wipper was a senior professor
of the University of Toronto from 1950 - 1988. He was awarded
the "Arbor Award" by the University.
Mr. Wipper is well known as the founder and director of the
Kanawa International Museum (later the Canadian
Canoe Museum), now the largest in the world. One of his
primary concerns is how to pass on to young people an appreciation
for our natural surroundings and our colourful heritage. He
also owned and directed a summer camp for boys in Haliburton.
Kirk Wipper holds a number of degrees: a Bachelor of Phys.
Ed., Bachelor of Social Work, Master of Arts, and Master of
Education from the University of Toronto, and a Doctor of
Museology from Wolfe University. He also ran an excellent
TV series for CBC named, 'Walk with Kirk '.
University of Toronto awards the "Kirk A.W. Wipper Award
" for outstanding students.
Due to his great contribution to Canada, he was awarded her
highest honor--"Order
of Canada" in 2002.
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