Calgary School Opening as Global Village Expands into Alberta

Calgary, Alberta, Canada will be the next site for expansion by Global Village as the city of 1.5 million will become the home for a new downtown English school.

Starting in September 2022, the new Global Village school in Calgary will offer full-time face-to-face classes in General ESL and English for Academic Purposes (EAP), as well as one-to-one private lessons for General ESL, IELTS, CELPIP, and EAP. Global Village also continues to operate test centres in Victoria (CELPIP and IELTS) and Calgary (IELTS). Global Village Calgary is wholly owned by Global Village English Centre Victoria Ltd.

Global Village is very pleased to announce the reinvigoration of our team to consolidate operations and to aid in our expansion. Lynn Wyton is now serving as Lead Executive; Paula Jamieson is the Senior Operations Manager, British Columbia and Tania Knoch is the Senior Operations Manager, Alberta. All have key roles in marketing our GV locations and ensuring safe and high-quality student experiences.

“I wish to acknowledge the supreme efforts of all staff at GV Victoria over the last two years and am delighted that Global Village is once again expanding to Calgary which we know so well. It is also my pleasure to re-introduce Lynn Wyton who was instrumental in setting up the former GV school in Calgary and founding the GV Victoria location. In recent years, Lynn has continued his stellar career in economic development in both the private and public sector through significant contributions in the aviation, education and tourism sectors in particular.”
— John Taplin, Board Chair, Global Village

“Global Village is thrilled to be offering superior English instruction to students in both Victoria and Calgary. We know that our locations will provide high-value service to students from across the globe and to our industry partners, and help address the enormous need for excellent English education services in Canada. We look forward also to partnering with current and emerging industry leaders around the world as we grow Global Village into a powerful educational network once again.”
— Lynn Wyton, Lead Executive, Global Village

About Global Village Calgary:
The school is located in Calgary’s Life Plaza building, directly on the LRT Line with numerous Calgary Transit routes close by. The facilities are bright and modern, with tech-enabled classrooms that create an inspiring environment for language learning, academic preparation, and global exchange.

Global Village Calgary Location:
Suite 360, 734 7 Avenue SW
Calgary, AB
T2P 3P8
Phone # 403-543-7300
canada@gvenglish.com
https://gvenglish.com/

About Calgary:
Calgary was ranked the world’s third most livable city by Economist Intelligence Unit (2022). It is located in Alberta, Canada 70 kilometres from the Rocky Mountains. Calgary is a city with diverse communities and endless opportunities. The city of 1.5 million people is the beginning point for adventure in the Rocky Mountains, global-class educational opportunities, fun summer experiences at the Calgary Stampede, and amazing winter skiing and recreation choices. Many consider it one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

About Global Village Victoria:
For over 22 years, Global Village has been a globally-recognized name in the world of international education. At GV Victoria, not only are we leaders in the Study-travel and Language Testing industry, but we are also a well-known Pathway institution supporting students in their academic and career goals.

GV Victoria is a proud member of Languages Canada and IALC – International Association of Language Centres – and offers the highest quality education at a level that is recognized globally. GV Victoria will continue to offer a full suite of English classes on Vancouver Island, including General English, English for Academic Purposes (EAP), Business English, and Test Preparation for IELTS, Cambridge, and CELPIP.

About Victoria:
Located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, Victoria is home to 400,000 people. It is the capital of British Columbia and a community of choice for many, due to our temperate climate, natural beauty, and diverse economic opportunities.

Victoria is an international city that enjoys the mildest climate in Canada. This, combined with our spectacular outdoor setting adorned with ocean views and mountain vistas, encourage year-round recreational opportunities including hiking, golfing, cycling, gardening and kayaking. Victoria is an international resort destination serving more than 3.5 million visitors each year.

Transportation network includes airport, helicopter and seaplane services, buses, ferry, cruise ship and passenger train service. Victoria is a 1.5-hour ferry ride or 20-minute flight to Vancouver and a 45-minute flight from Victoria’s Harbour to Seattle’s Harbour.

Media Contacts
Tania Knoch
Senior Operations Manager, Alberta
Email: tknoch@gvenglish.com
Phone: 403-543-7300

Paula Jamieson
Senior Operations Manager, British Columbia
Email: pjamieson@gvenglish.com
Phone: 250-384-2199