Why should you study English in Canada?
Studying English in Canada affords you the opportunity to learn the language in a multicultural, safe, friendly, energetic metropolis while admiring some of the world’s most breathtaking natural environments.
Our two Global Village language schools in Canada are each conveniently situated in two of the nation’s most picturesque and exciting cities – Victoria, British Columbia and Calgary, Alberta.
With advanced learning resources, modern facilities and a knowledgeable, friendly team of instructors, our Global Village English schools in Canada provide the highest quality to our students for their language learning adventures!
“For me, living and studying in Canada is quite safe and the environment is good. People are are very friendly and we felt very comfortable here. When I first started at GV, I met lots of students from different cultures and backgrounds, which was very exciting for me and that made me very interested in learning English at GV in Canada.”
-Bo , China
5 REASONS TO LOVE CANADA
#1 – Natural Beauty & Year-Round Recreation
Canada is the world’s second largest country, expanding between the Pacific, Atlantic and Arctic coastlines. The land of maple leaves, Canada is rich in natural beauty. Awe-inspiring mountains, lakes, rivers, forests, glaciers, and stunning beaches create unbelievable landscapes.
From kayaking, surfing and cycling in the summer to snowboarding and skiing in the winter, Canada offers you an exciting outdoor playground for adventures all year round!
#2 – Safe, Inclusive & Friendly.
Canadian society openly welcomes people from around the world, upholding the key values of multiculturalism and diversity. Newcomers are encouraged to honour their unique heritage while also learning about Indigenous peoples, recent settlers and immigrants of diverse origins in Canada.
The Canadian Human Rights Act encourages equal rights for all, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, race, religion, disability, and sexual orientation.
#3 – Quality of Life.
Canada is a great place for international students to live and study for many reasons, including economic stability, safety, low crime rate, income equality, and low education costs. Canada consistently ranks highly for quality of life, and in 2021 ranked as #1 according to 2021 Best Countries Report by US News.
Canada also ranks highly in these categories:
- Best Countries for Education
- Best Countries for Green Living
- Best Countries for Women
- Best Countries to Start a Business
#4 – World-class education system.
Canada’s education system is renowned for the quality of its institutions and high standards of student performance. For this reason, Canada continues to be the #1 preferred destination for international students.
Technology-based education systems, cross-disciplinary studies, and high standards of education make Canada attractive for international students. According to the World University Rankings, several of Canada’s universities are tops in the world, and w also have 4 of the top 100 best student cities.
Learn how to achieve higher education in Canada through the GV Pathway.
#5 – Immigration & Pathways to Permanent Residency.
Several options are available to students who wish to remain in Canada permanently after completing your English studies, post-secondary education and post-graduation work experience in Canada.
Global Village Pathway students who proceed to post-secondary diploma or degree programs at a designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada may qualify for a post-graduate work permit (PGWP). The PGWP provides students with the opportunity to gain international experience, skills, and income upon graduation.
A variety of immigration pathways are available for international students to live permanently in Canada (PR), which require certain language skills and work experience.
English Courses in Canada
All of our English courses are taught by highly qualified and attentive instructors that are eager to see you succeed in your study goals. Whether you aim to be proficient in English for business, travel, academics, or for general purposes, we at Global Village in Canada are ready to help you along your way and set you up for success!
General English (GEP)
English for Academic Pathways (EAP)
Business English for Pathways (BEP)
English Exam Preparation Courses
Two excellent English schools
Two exciting destinations in Canada
Study English in Canada at GV Victoria
Global Village Victoria is located on beautiful Vancouver Island in the capital city of British Columbia. GV Victoria is home to diverse international students, great and professional staff, academic prowess, beautiful coastal and forested sights, and activities that can’t be beat!
Study English in Canada at GV Calgary
Global Village Calgary is located in the heart of Alberta, Canada and home to many amazing sights, such as the famous Rocky Mountains. GV Calgary has lovely English instructors, a wide variety of students for you to connect and learn with, in a lively city full of excitement!
UNIVERSITY & COLLEGE PATHWAYS
Global Village has many pathway and partnership agreements with colleges and universities across Canada and the USA.
These institutions have joined with Global Village to offer students a refined and clear path to achieve the academic excellence they require to pursue the career of their dreams.
We also offer a wide variety of exam preparation courses to help you reach the score you need!
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 to help solidify your English skills and help you feel more confident on test day!
What is IELTS?
In Canada, IELTS is used as a measure of English language proficiency for immigration, skilled worker applications, university entrance requirements, Masters Programs, and other professional designations.
What is CELPIP?
CELPIP, The Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program, is a proficiency test for General English. The test clearly, accurately, and precisely assesses a test taker’s English abilities in a variety of situations, such as communicating in the workplace, interacting with friends, understanding media, and interpreting and responding to written materials.
What is CAMBRIDGE?
Cambridge is an international certificate valid for life and is recognized around the world for business, study and immigration purposes. Thousands of employers, universities and government departments officially recognize a Cambridge English Exam qualification.
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May 7
💪Meet Oliver, after a year of learning and growing with us, he’s now on his way to SAIT through our pathways program! 🎓
We’re so proud to see our students unlock new opportunities and chase their dreams in Canada.
🌟 Watch his story and get inspired! 🌟
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May 6
❓Looking for your Saturday dinner plans?
🌴✨ Step into an endless summer at Porch, Calgary’s go-to destination for fresh West Coast-inspired bites, vibrant cocktails, and laid-back patio vibes-even in the heart of winter!
🍹🍽️ Despite being one of Calgary`s newest restaurants, Porch has quickly become a local favourite. Whether you’re brunching with friends, enjoying happy hour, or soaking up Calgary`s electric energy under neon lights, Porch is the perfect spot to unwind and savour the moment.
One menu item you can’t miss: the Truffle Mushroom Pizza! 🍕🍄 With a perfectly crisp crust, rich truffle oil, and a medley of wild mushrooms, you`ll love this pizza to the last bite.
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May 3
🎊Happy Graduation to our students!
🎉We are saying goodbye to lots of friends today, but we know they are going on to achieve all their future goals!
🎓 Sota Ishikawa graduated from GV 5. Sota is a professional hair stylist and has worked in Victoria and Japan cutting hair. We hope is English skills will help him further his career even more. Best of luck Sota!
🎓 Claudia and Dietmar Oesten are a lovely German couple who are visiting Canada to spend time with their daughter and their new grandchild. They were only with us for a week but we all enjoyed meeting them and spending time with them.
🎓 Rikuto Kobayashi graduated his pathway program and will be joining the Business Administration Diploma program at University of Victoria this fall, but not before a trip to Hawaii! Have fun!!
May 2
❓Why just study English when you can also discover one of Canada’s most breathtaking destinations?
⛰️✨For all of May if you enroll for 24+ weeks at Global Village Calgary we’ll treat you to a complimentary trip to the world famous Banff!
Learn from the best, immerse yourself in Canadian culture, and explore the Rockies with your classmates. Your adventure starts here!
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May 1
Hey GV Family!
GV is very proud of our two students, David and Julia, who took part in the Times Colonist 10K run on Sunday, April 27th. David is an avid marathoner and finished with an amazing time of 42:05! This was Julia’s first marathon and she said it was a great experience, thanks in part to David’s help and advice! Way to go you two!
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Apr 29
🎊 It`s Graduation Day here at Global Village! 🎓
Luckily we only have to say goodbye top a few members of our GV family this week.
Chisato Arai is a Japanese student who studied at GV Victoria for 12 weeks making her way from a beginner to a pre-intermediate student. She is working here in Victoria and will be here until January! We hope she drops by to say hi sometime!
Rina Kitano is also from Japan but was only here for 3 weeks. She will be returning to japan to look for a job there. We wish her the best of luck in her future.
Apr 23
Hoppy Easter, Global Village! 🐰🌸 Wishing our amazing academic community an egg-stra special holiday—enjoy the break, have fun, and don’t forget to treat yourself to some chocolate! 🍫🥚
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Apr 20
🎊 It`s Graduation Day here at Global Village! 🎓
A quiet day at graduation today… luckily we are only losing a couple of members of our GV family.
Anna Hamano is returning to Japan after four weeks here in the GV3 class. I’m sure her classmates will miss her!
Haruka Onohara is also returning to Japan…she graduated from the GV4 class.
Azael Cuevas Rangel is returning to Mexico – he has been with us for 10 weeks and is hoping to get a new job! Good luck Azael!
Apr 18
🌟 Global Village Grad Spotlight: Renzo Conquers First Year at Camosun! 🌟
Renzo Rojas Bonilla (Post-Grad Diploma in Business Administration at Camosun College) is crushing his academic journey from Peru to Canada! 🇵🇪🇨🇦 While the first semester was challenging, Renzo adapted, improved his grades in the spring, and aims for that A in the fall! 🎯 Here are his wise words for future GV Pathway students:
📅 Master Your Time: Create a schedule and stick to it! Prioritize tasks and manage them effectively.
🍎 Balance is Key: Nourish your body with healthy food, exercise, and good sleep. A healthy you is a successful you!
🧘 Mindfulness Matters: Start your day with meditation and gratitude. It helps put things in perspective.
🚀 Enjoy the Ride: Success takes time, so savor the journey and learn from every step.
📚 Practice Makes Perfect: Read daily and actively engage with native speakers to enhance your vocabulary and fluency.
💪 Never Give Up! Challenges will come, but remember, others have overcome them, and so can you! Be confident!
We`re so proud of Renzo and all our GV Pathway students who return to share their inspiring stories. We create a supportive environment where you can learn, grow, and thrive. Here`s to continued success in your studies and summer jobs! ☀️ See you soon! 🌟
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May 22
Cheers to Our Week`s Grads!
We`re celebrating some amazing graduates who brightened our classrooms this week!
Roxana Romero Peralta ("Roxie") brought sunshine to our halls with her infectious smile and warmth. We hope to see you again soon, Roxie! ☀️
Carlos Salci Queiroz & Priscila Santos de Macedo Queiroz - This power couple brought positive energy and fun to Global Village. Wishing you all the best back in Brazil!
Linda Desmeules, the Adventure Woman! We were thrilled to share in your English learning journey, Linda! Keep exploring the world!
Natalia Useche Rengifo - Congratulations on saying "I Do" and achieving GV Level 6! We`ll never forget you, Natalia. Best wishes for your new life!
We`re so proud of all our graduates and can`t wait to see what the future holds! #GlobalVillage #Graduation #EnglishLearning #VictoriaBC
May 21
Special congratulations, Alejandro Manuel! We’re delighted to hear you had a wonderful experience at GV.
Good luck on the next step of your journey in life!
Attention all GV alumni! Share your updates and adventures with us! Inspire others and celebrate your success with any of our hashtags:
#GlobalVillage #GVVictoria #GVAlumni #GVProud
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May 15
Global Village Alumni Spotlight!
This week, we caught up with Juan de Dios, a Global Village Victoria graduate (summer 2023) who is now pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration and Sustainability at Royal Roads University!
He loves the beautiful campus`s supportive environment and ample opportunities for focused study.
Royal Roads is known for its project-based learning; Juan`s experience reflects that. He collaborates with his team on real-world projects with local businesses, honing his presentation skills!
Juan`s Top Tips for Future RRU Students:
- Master Time Management: Weekly deadlines require strong organization, find a balance with your schoolwork. Don`t fall behind in your assignments!
- Sharpen Your Academic Writing: Proficiency in APA referencing is key.
- Boost Your English Skills: All crucial is reading, listening, and speaking.
"The transition from GV to university is challenging, but it prepares you for the real world," says Juan. He emphasizes the importance of being ready for education in a new language and acknowledges the valuable preparation he received at GV.
Thanks, Juan! We wish you continued success in your program and a well-deserved summer break!
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May 14
At Global Village, each student has a unique journey of growth and achievement.
Mana Nishizawa, after nearly two months of dedicated effort in GV 5, has emerged with newfound confidence and valuable skills, poised to excel in her career here in Victoria. We wish her all the success in her job search and hope she`ll always find time to visit her GV Victoria family. 🎓
Debora Rodrigues Garcia, who spent five transformative weeks at GV Victoria, blossomed into the life of the party, radiating confidence and making lasting friendships along the way. Her vibrant presence will be dearly missed as she embarks on her journey back to Brazil next week. 🎉
Oleh Yakushev, having spent just two weeks with us, is already setting ambitious goals. With a determination to improve his IELTS score and secure a job in Canada, Oleh embodies the spirit of growth and opportunity that defines the Global Village experience. 💪
Congratulations to all of our graduates! 🌟 #GVSuccessStories #GlobalVillageJourney #globalvillagevctoria
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May 13
🎓 Today we said goodbye to some more of our good friends:
👋 Claudie Girard joined us on GV 5 for four weeks, marking her second time here; she had so much fun the first time! Being Quebecois, Claudie knows Canada well and was looking forward to spending more time on this side of the country! We hope she had a great time in Victoria, I know all her friends here will miss her!
🇲🇽 Jose Angel Moreno Terrazas is a long-time Mexican student who also graduated from GV today, this time from GV7. He is known for being quiet and caring, but also for being a great friend. He will return to his country to go to university – perhaps software engineering. Good luck angel!
🍁 JunYu Wang is another GV 5 student who finished today. He hopes to get PR (Permanent Residency) here in Canada, so I think he likes it here! His teachers say he is a hard-working student and a super nice guy. We hope you get that PR Jun!
We wish you all much success on your new journey. Thank you for your dedication. All of this is the result of your hard work!
If you want to experience moments like Claudie, Jose Angel, and JunYu, join us at Global Village and start your unforgettable journey today! 🌍✈️ #GlobalVillage #StudyAbroad #internationaleducation
May 6
✨ All the hard work has finally paid off ✨
🎓 Get to know some of our newest alumni:
🤩 Anahi Martinez Rodriguez – Anahi has been with us for 32 weeks! She is now preparing to return to Mexico where she will soon celebrate her birthday. Happy birthday Anahi – from all your friends at GV Victoria!
🤩 Wonmi Lee is a GV6 student who is planning on Attending Camosun college in September. She will be studying Early Learning and Care and we’re sure she will do an awesome job - Best of luck Wonmi!
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👉 GV Alumni, share your accomplishments and adventures with us!
Inspire others and celebrate your success. Use any of our hashtags:
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Apr 22
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