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What makes our English schools in Canada special?
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!
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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.
English language courses at Global Village in Canada
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.
Business English
Business English classes emphasize functional skills as a means of improving English language skills in an exciting and motivating manner.
English for Academic Pathways
English for Academic Pathways (EAP) is an intensive, full-time academic pathway for non-native speakers of English.
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.
General English Program
General English Programs in Canada are designed to help improve your English level for everyday use.
GV Study & Work Package (IEC)
Are you interested in expanding your skills in English to be more effective in the job market? Then join us for the Global Village IEC Study and Work Package!
Private Lessons
Through private lessons in General English or Test Preparation, students can customize their English studies with Global Village in Calgary.
Working Holiday Support Add-On
The GV Working Holiday Support Program is designed for international students who want to enhance their English skills while preparing to enter the Canadian workforce.
University & College Pathways
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.
Junior Program: Teen Activity Program
From carefully screened homestay families to specially-trained staff and supervised activities, we spare no effort to create the safest possible conditions so that each student can make the most out of this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
With over 25 years of experience in English education, our team at Global Village has a proven track record in the world of ESL instruction. For our Teen Activity Program (TAP), we wanted to curate an unforgettable list of dynamic activities and experiences to supplement the classroom experience. If you're seeking to enhance your English skills while enjoying a memorable experience in Calgary or Victoria, contact us today!
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Adventure Meets Education: 2025 Canadian Summer Camps for kids and youth with Global Village!
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Homestay Victoria: The perks of hosting students with Global Village
Discover the benefits of hosting students with GV English Homestay Victoria. Enhance cultural exchange and create lifelong memories!
The Ultimate Guide to Learning English Language skills for Beginners
To learn English, you must first know the best strategies – and this blog has them! Discover winning English strategies with Global Village.
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🌟 Word of the Week: LANDMARK! 🏙️✨ A landmark is a famous building or place that’s super easy to recognize! 🗽🕌 Think of the Eiffel Tower, the Statue of Liberty, or even a giant mountain! 🗼⛰️ It’s like a massive "You Are Here" sign for the world! 🌍📍 What is your favorite landmark in the world? Let us know in the comments! 👇💬🌈
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Social vibes only! 🥂💫 Checking out the local spots and practicing English over some great food and drinks. 🍔🍺 Our students definitely know how to turn a night out into a core memory! 📸🔥
Who’s joining us for the next one? 🙋♂️🙋♀️
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🎇Graduation Day at GV!🎓
🎓 Reiko Sonoda has been with us for 15 weeks – starting in GV4 then moving all the way up to GV 6. Well done Reiko!! She made a lot of friends and improved her English a lot! I think she liked it here!!!
🎓 Yoojung Nam was also here for a long time and improved so much that she graduated at the GV6 level. Yoojung and her bestie Mona Kanazawa graduated on the same day and were both here for 20 weeks. Amazing students and amazing friends! We’ll miss them both.
🎓 Dayeon Kim only joined us for a short time but made some great friends and had a great time here in Victoria. Best wishes back in Korea with your class, Dayeon!
Study hard, play way harder! 📚🔥✨ Our students are total pros in the classroom, but they really shine at the @NHLFlames game and @thehexcafe! 🏒🎲 Living the best life in Calgary! 🤩🙌🇨🇦 Who`s joining us for the next outing? 🙋♂️🙋♀️
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✨ Phrase of the Week: "The more the merrier!" ✨
📖 The Meaning: This is the ultimate welcoming phrase! It means that an activity or occasion (like a party, dinner, or road trip) will actually be better and more enjoyable if more people are involved. It’s all about inclusivity and fun. 🥳👯♀️
👇 How to use it in real life: Friend A: "Hey, do you mind if my cousin tags along to the movies tonight?"Friend B: "Definitely bring them! The more the merrier!" 🍿🎬
Have you heard this phrase before? Who are the people that make your gatherings merrier? Tag your squad in the comments below! 👇🥰
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Happy Penguin Awareness Day! 🐧🎉
Here at Global Village English, we’re committed not just to excellent education, but also to the future of our planet. We proudly support environmental efforts to keep vital ecosystems safe for our finned friends.
Let`s take a moment to appreciate these incredible birds today! ❄️💙
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Nothing beats good coffee and even better conversation! ☕️✨ Our students had the best time catching up and practicing their English at our latest Coffee & Conversation hangout in Calgary. From laughs to new friendships, this is what the GV community is all about! 🙌💬
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🎇Graduation Day at GV!🎓
Lots of superstars leaving us this week at GV Victoria – we are so sad to say goodbye to our friends but we are glad they have had such a good time here and made so many lifelong friends.
🎓 From GV 3 we said goodbye to Riho Okada. Riho was always a bright face everyday – so friendly and always trying her best.
🎓 Yuri Sato and Sunwoo Kim became besties here at GV – they started on the same day and finished on the same day! They were great students and great friends. We hope their friendship will last forever as they go back to their countries…and maybe we’ll see hem here again in the future – together of course! Happy birthday Yuri!!
🎓 Gretta Pamela Galvez Gutierrez has been with us for 39 weeks , working hard to pass her pathway to Camosun college. She successfully completed that this week and has started her classes already! We know she will be successful but we will miss her anyway.
From the bowling alley to the coffee shop! 🎳☕️ Our weekly activities are all about making memories and practicing English outside the classroom. Whether we’re hitting strikes or sipping lattes, it’s always better with friends! 🌟😊
Which activity was your favorite this week? 👇
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🧩 Word of the Week: Puzzling 🧩
Adjective
Ever feel like English grammar is one giant jigsaw puzzle? 🤯
When something is puzzling, it means it’s super confusing or really hard to understand! 🕵️♂️
"The mystery of the missing snacks in the breakroom was very puzzling..." 🍪🤔
What’s something you find puzzling? Tell us in the comments! 👇✨
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🎇Graduation Day at GV!🎓
We only have 3 friends leaving us this week!
🎓 From GV 2 we said goodbye to Ayano Maeda…only here for 2 weeks but we hope she had a great time and made some friends.
🎓 From GV 3 we said goodbye to Yumin Kim from Korea…he was here for a total of 24 weeks ! Thanks for choosing Global Village and don’t forget all the friends you made!
🎓 Nagisa Ito also left us this week – this time from GV 4. We wish the best of luck for the future and hope we’ll see her again.
🌟 Word of the Week: Seasonal 🌟
✍️ Something that relates to, depends on, or happens during a particular season of the year! ❄️🌸☀️🍂
Example: "We love checking out the seasonal markets in the winter! ☃️🛍️"
Whether it`s the changing leaves, the first snow, or summer beach days, everything is better when it`s seasonal! 🍦🧤
⭐ Special thank you to our students in GV Victoria for bringing our word of the week to life and showing how you can use these words in everyday conversation! 🗣️
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