ESL English School in Canada

Comox Valley International College - School of English:
Canada English School ESL Courses

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Learn English at Comox Valley International College (CVIC). We are a government registered and internationally recognized English language school in Canada.
At CVIC you will meet students from all parts of the world and have the opportunity to share your knowledge and experiences. Through our activity, volunteering, and homestay programs you will meet and interact with many Canadians.

Since January 1997 CVIC has been producing exceptional English language programs based upon our student's needs. In addition to such programs we also offer our students a school where you can learn English in the warmth and security of an extended family atmosphere. All the typical school descriptions that you will see around the internet truthfully do apply to CVIC. Be assured that the Comox Valley and CVIC language school are;
- Safe.
- Friendly.
- Interesting.
- Exceptionally clean.
- The Perfect Learning Environment.

CVIC is located in the center of the commercial and shopping district of the City of Courtenay, Vancouver Island. Students are only minutes from services such as the Public Library (with free Internet), Parks, Recreation Center, Museum, Theaters (Movie and Live Plays), Bus Depot.

Full time intensive English, mornings only intensive, year round English & Special Activities for groups, high school preparation

ESL Summer and Winter Activities will:

- Familiarize you with your host community.
- Introduce you to many exciting attractions for visitors to Canada.
- Will increase your confidence in asking for information.
- Enhance your ability to follow instructions.
- Help you to become more self-reliant.
- Will be good exercise for your mind and your body.

The schedule of events is always changing as we discover new things to do and to suit the many different tastes and preferences of our clients.
Ice Skating, Barbecues, Team Sports, Tidal Pool Exploration, Art Galleries, Mountain Biking, Emu Ranch, Roller Bladeing, "Enviro-Ed", Festivals, Bird Watching, Hiking, Ceramics Instruction, Canoeing, Farm Visits, Down Hill and Cross Country Skiing, Snow Shoeing, Tubing, Snow Boarding, Sailing, Native Culture, Billiards, Live Theater, Research Forest Instructional Tour, Photography, Wildlife Observation, Miniature Crafts, Fossil Excavation, Attend Car Races, Butterfly World, ............ and the list goes on and on and on.....................! Special Interest Sights,festivals, museums and galleries.

Comox Valley International College Homestay is a nonprofit program administered by this school. We strongly recommend this program to all of our English school students. Families are chosen for their impeccable character and ability to speak English well. They each have the sincere interest to help you learn English, teach you our customs, and show you our part of this wonderful world. You will be treated as family.
* A completed homestay family registration form must be submitted to CVIC.
* Two letters attesting to the character of the family must be submitted with the application. One letter must be from a professional in the community such as a Doctor, Lawyer, or Clergy etc. The other can be from a neighbour or workmate etc.
* Each family must allow a criminal background check by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
* CVIC completes a detailed interview with each family at their home.
* After the interview we are given a tour of the home and inspect student accommodations.

What You Will Receive

* You will be assigned a CVIC Homestay Co-Ordinator who will work with you to assure that your stay is happy and comfortable for both you and your family.
* You will be matched to a compatible family.
* You will have a private bedroom with study area.
* You will be given free use of family facilities.
* Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
* You will be included as part of your new family.
* Your family will assist and guide you.
* Your family will be your friends while you are here and, very often, friends for the rest of your life.