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VanWest College, Vancouver:
With two locations in Vancouver and Kelowna in British Columbia, western Canada, VanWest College VanWest College offers a variety of English language training programs including intensive English. general English, business English, Cambridge courses PET, FCE and CAE, TEFL, IELTS, TOEIC and TOEFL preparation, business career programs with internships and youth programs. We also provide courses online. VanWest College Vancouver is an official testing centre for Cambridge and TOEIC and has been accredited by the Canadian Association of Private Language Schools and is a member of the CEC Network and recognized by Industry Canada.

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Our teachers are fully qualified with university degrees, TESL certification and experience in the ESL industry. Teachers and classes are regularly evaluated to ensure our high standards are maintained. VanWest College has over 10 years of experience in providing safe, comfortable and friendly host families.

Quality:

VanWest College offers
* Structured Intensive English programs
* Study/work internships for a professional career advantage
* Links to recognized certificate and diploma programs in travel, business, hospitality, arts and career options with our partnership schools.
* Academic and Business English Programs: Cambridge University Diplomas, BEC, TOEFL, TOEIC preparation
* Challenging internet-based learning program options

Exciting, interactive classes, proven teaching methods, monthly reviews and testing and strict “English Only” rules keep VanWest College’s standards high. Small class sizes mean students receive a high level of teacher attention and assistance.

Programs:

- English (ESL) Programs for all levels beginner to advanced
- Intensive English
- Business English
- English for Specific Purposes including job skills, idioms & slang, pronunciation, debate & discussion, reading & writing skills
- Cambridge Exam Preparation Courses PET, FCE and CAE
- TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS Exam Preparation Courses
- Group Courses
- Private Tuition
- Business and Career Programs with internships
- Cambridge Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) and TEFL Courses
- Summer annd Winter Youth Programs

Accommodation :

We offer a wide range of options including homestay and self-catering accommodation.

Homestay

Staying with a Canadian family is the fastest way to improve your English. VanWest College has over 10 years of experience in providing safe, comfortable and friendly host families. All families have been interviewed, visited prior to placement and evaluated. Our Homestay Coordinator is available on-site to provide assistance to students.

Self-Catering
Vancouver offers a wide range of affordable alternative accommodations. Examples of these include: hotels, The YMCA of Greater Vancouver, the international youth hostels, bed and breakfast accommodation, rooming houses, apartment (private and semi private) and independant homestay.

Arrival Information:

Vancouver and Kelowna offer modern and easy to use transportation facilities. They include the Vancouver and Kelowna International Airports, intercity bus services, and national rail services.

VanWest Airport Pick Up Service in Vancouver
Our airport pick-up service is performed by Language Limousine. At the airport arrival greeting area, look for a large yellow sign with your name on it.

VanWest Airport Pick Up Service in Kelowna
At the airport arrival greeting area, look for your Homestay Family, who will be holding a VanWest College sign with your name on it.

Weekend Trips and Adventures:

Our Activity Coordinator organizes weekend trips to Victoria, located on Vancouver Island (1.5 hours by ferry), Seattle (located in the United States, just 2 hours from Vancouver) and Whistler (the world famous ski resort, 2 hours from Vancouver).

Learning English in Real World Situations
Learning English in Vancouver means more than coming to class every day. A large part of your experience will be after school hours when you will meet new friends and enjoy all that Vancouver and Kelowna have to offer. We organize a variety of activities to suit people of all nationalities and interests.

Some activities include hockey games, pub nights, festivals, concerts, hiking, biking, cultural days, yoga, restaurants, skating, skiing, movie nights, football games, beach parties and free conversation club (Monday – Thursday). We speak English only at all activities!

School Events

School events are also organized regularly to bring students together. Such events include: guest speakers, monthly parties, boat cruises, disco nights, barbecue dinners on the beach, etc.

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Address: 200 - 1016 Nelson Street, Vancouver, BC , Canada
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Omnicom School of Languages, Toronto & Calgary
Courses / Programs
Situated just 12km north of Downtown Toronto, in North York ON, Omnicom School of Languages has been providing quality English language courses to students from all over the world for forty years. We also have a campus in Calgary, Alberta. Our high-quality academic programs are available for beginner to advanced level English learners, and include complete English immersion experiences, Business English courses, specialized ESL exam preparation such as IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC, college preparation pathway programs, a Homestay program, and more.

Students can choose from short to long-term study options, with courses ranging from 2 to 48 weeks in length. We also provide a range of Summer & Winter ESL programs at our schools.

We have a variety of programs to suit all your needs, including a homestay program for you to experience North American culture and lifestyle, and exciting and fun activities to guarantee a rich and fulfilling experience. Upon arrival, a complete placement test (listening, speaking, reading, writing, structures and grammar) is administered to each student to ensure that he or she starts at the correct level. Certificates are awarded upon successful completion of studies.

Our dedicated staff have the skills and experience to help you succeed in your language goals. There is no substitute for personalized instruction from recognized experts. This is why so many people from around the world choose Omnicom School of Languages.
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- Intensive English Programs
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Sol Schools Toronto
Courses / Programs
Located in Toronto, Canada's largest city and one of the world's most desirable places to live, Sol Schools Toronto took its first registration in 1996. The school's founding philosophy was to offer high quality English programs in a warm and comfortable atmosphere for students from around the world.

Sol Schools Toronto offers a range of full-time and part-time intensive English courses including General English, Business English and exam preparation for the TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC and Cambridge FCE / CAE exams. Private English lessons are also available.

With a maximum class size of 12, innovative instructors, a full calendar of activities and the safety and comforts offered in Toronto you are sure to have the time of your life at Sol Schools Toronto! Homestay accommodation with Canadian host families is available as well as holiday study programs for teenagers.

Sol Schools Toronto is conveniently located in downtown Toronto. Only a few minutes walk from Yonge and Bloor, the school is close to many trendy shops, cafés, restaurants, cultural centres and attractions.
- Semi-intensive General English (20 or 25 classes/wk)
- Intensive English (30 classes/wk)
- Power English (35 classes/wk)
- TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS, Cambridge FCE / CAE exam preparation
- Private & semi-private English lessons
- Executive / Business English training
- Professional Internship
- Work and Study program
- Work and Travel program
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- Summer/Holiday program for juniors & teens
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University Of British Columbia English Language Institute
Courses / Programs
Since 1969, the UBC English Language Institute in Vancouver has been providing the highest quality ESL training at one of Canada's top universities. The ELI building is in a central part of The University of British Columbia campus, close to many university amenities such as libraries, museums, bookstore, sports facilities, galleries, theatres, cafeterias and dormitories. In addition to our bright, comfortable classrooms, our building also has a student lounge and Student Study Centre, two multi-media language labs, free internet and email access, and other resources for self-guided study.
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International House Vancouver
Courses / Programs
Study English in beautiful Vancouver, Canada at International House Vancouver (IHV)!

We provide quality English language courses to international students (adults, teenagers, and children) from around the world. Taught by highly qualified and experienced professionals, our accredited programs are truly unique in the flexibility that we offer to our students.

In addition to our English courses for beginners to advanced learners, we offer ESL teacher training programs.

The school is accredited by the International House World Organisation and Languages Canada, both quality organizations assuring that their members adhere to the highest standards in teaching English as a foreign language.

Our wide range of ESL programs includes General English, IELTS & TOEFL test preparation, university pathway program, Business English classes, private English lessons, working holiday programs, and junior programs for children and teenagers.

With its scenic views, mild climate and friendly people Vancouver is consistently ranked as one of the top places to live in the world.

It offers outstanding outdoor adventures and while the city itself, located at sea-level, is known for temperate climate, the surrounding mountains are covered in snow making it perfect for winter sports and breath taking views.

Student Testimonial:
"It`s the perfect place to learn English! Definitely the best school in Vancouver!!!"
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• General English (beginner to upper advanced levels)
• Elective English courses
• Exam Preparation for IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC, PET, FCE, CAE & CPE
• Business English
• Private & semi-private tutoring
• University Pathway Program / English for Academic Purposes
• Programs for Working Holiday Visa Holders
• Junior Summer & Winter Programs
• Programs for adults 50+
• Homestudy Program (Live and study in your teacher’s home)
• TESL Certificate & CELTA English Teacher Training...
Vancouver International College
Courses / Programs
Vancouver International College (VIC) in the heart of downtown Vancouver specializes in communication in English. Since 2000, VIC has been teaching English to students from around the world. Classes range from basic English to college preparation. Students may also study TOEIC, TOEFL and Medical English.

VIC is an accredited TOEIC test center and administers the official TOEIC test monthly. All VIC instructors are qualified, have had multicultural experience outside of Canada and are committed to providing their students with the care and support necessary to maximize their learning.

Vancouver is a clean, cosmopolitan and multicultural city with easy access to beaches, forests and mountains.
General English Programs:
- General English
- Speaking Clinic
- Listening Clinic
- Real Canadian Pronunciation
- Written Arts
- Communication Arts
- Intensive Speaking & Listening

Specialized English Programs:
- College Preparation
- iBT TOEFL
- TOEIC
- Academic Communication
- Business Communication
- TESOL
Metropolitan College, Toronto
Courses / Programs
Metropolitan College in downtown Toronto, Ontario offers Specialized English Language programs (ESL) for international and Canadian students. Our English courses are ideal for professional preparation, academic preparation or personal enrichment.

You can purchase block packages of 5, 10, 20 or 40 classes. Classes are available 7 days a week (mornings, afternoons and evenings) at our Toronto campus. All programs are results-focused, preparing students to become successful communicators.

All classes are small, and we ensure that you receive the attention you need to achieve your goals. Our small classes also give you more opportunity to participate in conversation, and begin to communicate more easily from the very first day!

Metropolitan College is located on The Danforth, one of the most vibrant areas of downtown Toronto. Just steps from the Pape subway station, it is easily accessible. The College is surrounded by many welcoming restaurants, distinctive shops, lively bars and pubs, entertaining theater, lounges featuring live music and trendy cafes.
Beginner to Advanced level English Classes:

- Full Time ESL program
- iSpeak ENGLISH! (a unique course that helps you improve all skills while focusing on speaking)
- Full-time IELTS test preparation course
- Business English / Corporate training classes

Classes are purchased in blocks of 5, 10, 20, or 40 - available on-campus in the morning, afternoon & evening.

Also: 
English Pronunciation training
Private English lessons (including for TOEFL test prep, MELAB / TOEIC test prep, Cambridge ESOL exam prep, customized English conversation classes..)