Global Village is honoured to announce that we are now part of the Languages Canada Consortium - a Recognized Organization (RO) registered with Canada's immigration department. This allows us to offer work visa sponsorship letters for the first time as part of Canada's International Experience course! Anyone eligible to participate in IEC can enroll. If you're not sure, see here if your country participates in the IEC framework.
GV Study and Work Course – International Experience Canada (IEC)
What is the GV International Experience Canada (IEC) program?
Are you interested in expanding your skills in English to be more effective in the job market? Are you looking for an upgrade to your ability to communicate? Are you planning to gain valuable work experience in Canada? Then join us for the Global Village IEC Study and Work Package!
This is 12 weeks of English study, plus an IEC Working Holiday visa nomination letter.
Who is eligible?
Because this is a Canadian visa, you must meet all required criteria to obtain a work permit. For detailed information, consult the IEC website. The three biggest requirements to keep in mind are these:
- You need to be between 18 and 35 years old.
- Your country of citizenship needs to have a Youth Mobility Agreement (YMA) with Canada. Click to see the whole list.
- You need to have paid the program and registration fees to Global Village.
Why choose Global Village?
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!
Global Village is part of the Languages Canada Consortium, a registered Recognized Organization with the Government of Canada as part of the International Experience Canada (IEC) program.
Global Village has been offering top-rated English education for more than two decades. Learning at GV means learning from skilled and caring teachers who will lead you to achieve remarkable gains in English.
Do you need assistance getting settled in Canada? Do you prefer a guaranteed interview to finding your own employment? Our packages include just what you need to make your experience perfect.
With campuses in Victoria and Calgary, our schools are off the beaten path, close to Canada’s natural beauty, and in communities buzzing with opportunity. For a true Canadian experience, step outside of Toronto and Vancouver and discover something new.
Choose the package that's right for you:
The GV Study & Work package offers you a selection of ways to enjoy your studies. Please carefully consider which option works best for you!
| Study & Work package options: | Price: $5750 (Price is the same for all options) |
| Morning - (20 lessons per week) | In-Person only, Victoria & Calgary |
| Afternoon - (10 lessons per week) | In-Person only, Victoria & Calgary |
| Evening - (10 lessons per week) | Online only*, Calgary only |
| Add-on: | Price: |
| Work Placement** | $950 (CAD) |
For information about online class start dates, please contact IEC@gvenglish.com
*This level is open only to individuals who have been living in Canada for at least 6 months at the time of registration. Proof of residency is required.
** Students must be at GV Level 4 to enroll in this add-on
This letter allows you to get a Working Holiday visa to come to Canada, without needing to wait for the visa selection process, and without being chosen from the visa pool – you can directly apply and receive your visa quickly, even if your country has no Working Holiday visa allocations remaining for this year. For an official guide to the application process, click here!
Choose the study time and method that works best for you! Students in the Study & Work package can choose part-time or full time study (morning, afternoon, or evening) to fit their schedule best.
Morning class: Full time in-person studies (08:45-12:20 M-F)
Afternoon class: Part time in-person studies (13:05-15:30 M-Th)
Evening class: Part time online studies (18:00-21:00 T-Th, offered from our Calgary location)
Cohort 1: January 21st to April 10th
Cohort 2: April 15th to July 30th
Cohort 3 and 4: TBD
If you're not located in Calgary or Victoria where our campuses are, that's not a problem! We have online evening courses available for anyone currently residing in Canada.
Receive a 25% discount on English study extensions of 1-11 weeks, or 30% on English study extensions of 12+ weeks. This is ideal for those who are not yet confident in their language skills or who are aiming at a higher position that requires stronger English.
If you’re looking for a guided work experience, let us arrange a work placement for you! We can connect you with jobs in Alberta or British Columbia. We’ll work with you to revise your resume, prepare you for interviewing, apply for open positions, and give 1-to-1 support up to and beyond your receiving a job offer.
Working in Canada
Canada has a vibrant job market with a wide range of positions. The Global Village Study & Work package includes access to a working holiday visa, which is an unlimited work visa for one or two years (depending on your country). It’s not connected to a specific employer, so you can work in any job you like. In the past, working holiday visa holders who have been students at Global Village have taken jobs in a wide variety of positions, including in tourism and adventure companies, retail, fine and casual dining, and service work.
Here are some of the position you could be connected with right away!
- Hotel front desk clerk
- Restaurant host/hostess
- Bellhop
- Light duty cleaner
- Line cook
Ready to start your English study journey?
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Lessons Per Week : Varies |
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Admission Requirements : |
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Delivery Format : Face to face or online |
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Location : Calgary Victoria |
Students in Victoria: This is a course in our General English Program. The General English Program has been approved by the British Columbia Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. You can see more about our accreditations here.
Tuition and fees
Global Village Calgary
Tel: 403-543-7300
Email:calgary@gvenglish.com
Address:734 7 Avenue SW
( Suite 360 )
Calgary, AB T2P 3P8
Global Village Victoria
Tel:250-384-2199
Email:victoria@gvenglish.com
Address:1290 Broad St
( Suite 200 )
Victoria, BC V8W 2A5
Corporate
Global Village Victoria, Designated Learning Institution (DLI) #O19319050762. Global Village Calgary, Designated Learning Institution (DLI) #O278527539112.
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