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What makes our English schools in Canada special?

Experience: For over 25 years, Global Village has been a trusted name for language students and study travelers and is a designated Learning Institution (DLI) authorized by the Government of Canada.

Global Village programs are accredited by Languages Canada, the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit in BC, and the British Columbian Education Quality Assurance (EQA) to name a few. Our commitment to the accreditation process serves to keep our programs current, relevant and educationally sound.

Whether you are looking for information about English courses, university preparation, accommodations, activities or study permits, we are here to help!

Why Study in Canada?

Our 10 Reasons to love calgary & Victoria

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What makes our English schools in Canada special?

Established in 1996, thousands of students have studied English at GV to enhance their career prospects, improve their English for university purposes, or simply to communicate in English more confidently with like-minded people from all over the world.
 
There is more to Canada than Toronto and Vancouver. Calgary and Victoria have been rated at the top, globally, for quality of life and safety. Our smaller size allows students to have a more personalized, and immersive experience.

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English & French Language Courses at Global Village
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Ready to learn English or French? Our expert instructors can help you.

At Global Village in Canada, we pride ourselves on our high-quality language courses that are taught by excellent instructors who are ready and willing to help you reach your academic, professional, and general language study goals.

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50+ Activity Program

The 50+ Student Activity Package includes a variety of excursions, social events, wellness activities and tours for mature students, which are offered after classes and on the occasional weekend.

Beginner French Course (In-Person)

Join our Beginner French Course starting June 16th in Victoria! Over six interactive weeks, you will build a solid foundation in grammar and vocabulary while learning to navigate real-life situations with confidence. This course is...

Beginner French Course (Online)

Join our online Beginner French Course! Over six interactive weeks, you will build a solid foundation in grammar and vocabulary while learning to navigate real-life situations with confidence. This course is perfect for beginners or...

Business English

Business English classes emphasize functional skills as a means of improving English language skills in an exciting and motivating manner.

Exam Preparation

If you need to prepare for an English exam, Global Village is proud to offer a variety of comprehensive English exam preparation courses in Canada.

Online English Program

Global Village is a Canadian leader in English language education and we are to announce our Online English Program! Our General English program helps you build vocabulary, improve your listening, reading, and writing, and feel...

Private Lessons

Through private lessons in General English or Test Preparation, students can customize their English studies with Global Village in Calgary.

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University & College Pathways

Academic success in Canada starts at Global Village.

Global Village has established pathway partnerships with over 15 top-tier universities and colleges to provide students with a seamless transition into their desired post-secondary institution. Through these partnerships, students can achieve their academic goals and pursue their desired careers. By completing Global Village’s English for Academic Pathways (EAP) course, students meet the English language proficiency requirement for college and university admissions.

In addition, Global Village Pathway institutions accept IELTS test scores as proof of English proficiency, and students can prepare for these tests through GV’s test preparation courses. This ensures that students are well-prepared for Canadian higher education and can confidently pursue their academic aspirations.

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Accommodations at Global Village

Do you want to stay with an English speaking family? Make the most of your time in Canada, improving your English skills in all levels!

Adult Homestay

  • Age Requirement: 18 years or older in Victoria, 18 years or older for Calgary
  • Minimum duration: 1 week
  • Single room, shared bathroom, full board, internet shared and wifi
  • Full Board - 3 meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) or
    Half Board - 2 meals (Breakfast and Dinner) provided
  • Single rooms or double with a friend options Available.

Underage Homestay

  • Age Requirement: Under 18 Years old in Victoria, under 18 years old in Calgary
  • Minimum duration: 1 week
  • Single room, shared bathroom, full board, internet shared and wifi
  • Full Board - 3 meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) or
    Half Board - 2 meals (Breakfast and Dinner) provided
  • Single rooms or double with a friend options Available. (Separate beds only)

Premium Homestay

  • Minimum Age: 25 years old
  • Minimum duration: 1 week
  • Private room + Private bathroom
  • Full-Board - 3 Meals provided
  • Available for singles and couples

Self-Catering Homestay

  • Age Requirement: 25 years or older in Victoria, 25 years or older for Calgary
  • Minimum duration: 1 week
  • Single room with internet service
  • No meals provided
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Coastal First Nations / Great Bear Initiative

Global Village proudly supports the Coastal First Nations / Great Bear Initiative.
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Our Test Centres

Global Village is proud to be official test centres for CELPIP & IELTS Exams. We also offer a wide variety of exam preparation courses that will help you to learn English language skills and reach the score you need!
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Student Experience

Meet Manon, GV Alumni

Manon joined us from Switzerland, worked hard, and with our support was able to complete her goals and is now a GV Alumni. Watch above as she talks about her experience at Global Village in Canada!

See What Our Students Have To Say

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Joaquin
285 days ago
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I had english lessons here almost 10 years ago, and at this moment i apreciate the knolowdge i learn, rigth now i working in Costco Spain and pretty sure that if i did not take this course the reality will be other. Thank for your lesson a patience as a Venezuelan student.
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carlos miguel molina
332 days ago
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Highly recommended, excellent service, beautiful and very safe city.

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HARMANJOT KAUR
572 days ago
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I really had a great experience getting assistance from them. We were three friends booking the test and all of us booked the wrong one and we contact them to change the module. The guy was really helpful and kept checking on all of us by giving us call. I really appreciate the time and help we got from him. Thank you so much
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smim
817 days ago
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If you're looking to learn English in Canada, I highly recommend Global Village English Schools. Their structured learning program, clean and comfortable facilities, reasonable prices, and, most importantly, the friendly, family-like atmosphere of the teachers made life in a foreign country incredibly helpful. The best!

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Natalie Putic
859 days ago
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Outstanding customer service - we are repeat customers because of the quality of your school. Thanks for your attentive and informative help throughout the registration process. We are very impressed with the options for study programs and accommodation, as well as the reasonable pricing you provide. Highly recommend to any foreigner wanting to learn English while in Canada.
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Yonatan Ricaldes
1094 days ago
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Good morning, as a Bolivian citizen, can I study at Global Village English School? I'm interested in taking a 6-month English course.

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Olga Pineda
1244 days ago
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Global Village School in Victoria is great!! I feel so fortunate that I found the best English school in town to give my nephew the opportunity to learn English and meet his IELTS mark in 6 months. Global Village staff was very nice, knowledgeable, available and genuine interested in my nephew goals and progress. Finally, I was very impressed with their diligence responding to all my questions and requests and I tell you I had many. I highly recommend GV English school in Victoria. The best in town!!
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Fernanda Xavier
1320 days ago
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The best experience I've ever had. I took the Cambridge lessons, for the test in november, in 2017, and I was able to pass this test. I am so grateful for all the teachers and friends I've met, and all the employees of this school. I will never forget any of this...
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Tania Gutiérrez
1322 days ago
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I studied for 6 months at Gv, and it was just wonderful, my teacher Scott is a great teacher, always encouraging the students to challenge themselves, and practice. The school is beautifully located, and they offer activities for the students to get to know Victoria better and make new friends. I can't think of one bad thing, everything was so great; and Victoria is an outstanding place to live at, so many beautiful landscapes. The best six months of my life!
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•Alex _moonlight•
1322 days ago
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It is an excellent school, it has a great student atmosphere and excellent treatment by the teachers and all the staff. I studied for three weeks at the Victoria BC campus and I really hope looking forward to return.
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Munique Maiara Granado
1322 days ago
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I had been learning and studying for four months in Canada (GV Victoria), before I come back to Brazil. It was incredible. The atmosphere inside the school is amazing. The teachers, employes, the students, all the people help you and cheer up you. In my opnion, I felt very safe and confortable in GV and Victoria. I miss a lot of my classes, my classmates, the experiences, include my hostfamily, the town...all the things. I recommend GV Victoria to everyone (for any age).
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Яна Радченко
1324 days ago
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I am very glad that I came to Global Village to study English. The most wonderful teachers I have ever known teach here. I want to say a big thank you to the teacher Cherese, she is not only a great teacher but also a very good person. Classes are very easy and fast, I want to go to classes and not miss a single minute, the teacher’s attention is very valuable to me and I want to give them feedback🥰. It’s very easy to communicate with them, even though my English level is not very good. I am very grateful that I came to you 😊.
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Nataliia Pavliuchenko
1325 days ago
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I consider myself very lucky to be a student at GV Calgary. If you don't speak English yet, then you are here! The best teachers! The best school!
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Ida Costa
1333 days ago
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Best English school in Calgary! Where in 2011 I had the best teachers, a qualified and welcoming team.

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Mariia Shcherbyna (Photographer)
1333 days ago
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I really recommend this school. The program is designed in such a way that you get invaluable language practice every day. This is great. In addition to communicating with teachers, you will find new friends at the school who have come from different continents. It is very interesting! Since I have an education in the field of pedagogy, I involuntarily notice how much the level of English has grown not only for me, but for all the students who study with me in groups.
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067
1370 days ago
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I had the most wonderful studying experience in Global Village with teacher Monty, Steve and Sue in 2019💗 Strongly Recommended this school! One of the best choices in my life🥹
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Kristína Krpelanová
1457 days ago
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This is the perfect place to learn English! I was here for 3 months. Amazing atmosphere! ☺️ Everyone is nice, helpful and friendly.
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Rosana Buarque
1521 days ago
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In 2013 we sent our eldest son on an English language exchange program... in 2017 another son went on an exchange program, both in Victoria, BC, and the school we chose was GLOBAL VILLAGE, best decision ever 🇨🇦

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zineb harti
1680 days ago
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I have been spending such as a great time learning English at GV and I am so happy with my progress.
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Lilibeth Jardim
1703 days ago
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It has been a wonderful experience to study and share so many unique moments with such kind people from all over the world. The teachers are incredibly friendly and always make the classes so much fun. The school and its facilities are very well located, very central and easily accessible, and very clean and tidy. They have plenty of recreational activities for the students. I was there for five months and had a fantastic time. Thank you so much for such a wonderful experience. Best regards...

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Claude Simard
1904 days ago
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"Simply the best", a big family really involves to make our English journey outstanding!
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Abigaëlle St-Pierre
1904 days ago
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I loved my experience at Global Village! The teachers are interesting and they really help you increase your English level. You can personalize your journey with more or less classes so everyone can enjoy their time in Victoria as much as they want.
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Gabriel Vinces
1904 days ago
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GV is a great place to study in for Hispanic speakers, it has helped me a lot, here I have improve my pronunciation, and my grammar also. The teachers are great people, they help a lot and are really friendly. And studying face to face give me the opportunity to know new people!!
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Olivia Gultens
1904 days ago
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Best place to learn English in Victoria. I am from Belgium and I went to Global Village Victoria to learn English. In less than 2 month my English skills have really improved. Little plus: The teachers are available and transmit their passion for the language. I recommend the school at 100 %
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박지환
2456 days ago
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Im a gv student Ive been here for two months and Im satisfied with gv activities. I recommend you guys to register here if you are looking for language school.
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Laura Hincapié
2518 days ago
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Global Village is an amazing school. It offers a great experience to international students. I felt very comfortable talking to everyone. Every time I needed something I received help/advice from teachers and the staff. I am very grateful with all of them for their kindness. In addition, GV is the perfect place for meeting international students due to its cultural diversity. Studying at Global Village in Victoria was such a fruitful experience. I would definitely recommend it.
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Lorhi L. H.
2563 days ago
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My experience with Global Village was fantastic. I sent my 15-year-old daughter to study English in Victoria, and the Global Village staff supported me in every way: advising me on obtaining the necessary documents for her visa application, providing homestay services, and arranging transportation. They were with me every step of the way and responded to every request in less than 24 hours. My daughter's experience was incredible. The facilities are lovely, and the teachers and staff are extremely friendly, organized, and always ready to help students with their classes and other needs. Their extracurricular activities are very interesting and affordable. I highly recommend the Global Village experience; it's enriching in every way, and you never feel alone.

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