GV Study and Work Course – International Experience Canada (IEC)


Course Schedules

Lessons Per Week : Varies

Admission Requirements

18 years old. Not all applicants qualify for IEC; see page for more details.

Delivery Format

  • Face to face or online
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Location

  • Calgary
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  • Victoria
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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 Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. You can see more about our accreditations here.

For more information or to sign up email us at iec@gvenglish.com

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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 Work Permit nomination letter.

Who is eligible?

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Are you a Canadian citizen, aged 18-35, interested in international teaching placements through IEC?

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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!

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We are excited to announce that the 2026 GV IEC RO Program is going ahead! Please contact us today to book your seat!

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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!
Options Price: $7500
Morning In-Person only, Victoria & Calgary
Afternoon In-Person only, Victoria & Calgary
Evening Online only (Mountain Time Zone)

The online option is open only to individuals who are currently in Canada. Proof of residency is required. Students may not start their studies before arrival in Canada.

** Students must be at GV Level 4 to be eligible for the work placement option

For information about online class start dates, please contact iec@gvenglish.com

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: In-person studies (08:45-12:20 M-F)

Afternoon: In-person studies (13:05-15:30 M-Th)

Evening: Online studies (18:00-21:00 T-Th, offered from our Calgary location)

Cohort 1: February 24 to May 14, 2026
Cohort 2: April 21 to July 9, 2026

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.

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Working in Canada

Canada has a vibrant job market with a wide range of positions. The Global Village Study & Work package gives the opportunity to apply for a working holiday work permit, which is an unlimited work permit 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, work permit 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
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