Vancouver

Canada is the second largest country in the world; it is situated to the north of the United States of America. The densely populated areas border with the USA. Vancouver is located in the west, about 60 km from the US border. The capital of Canada is Ottawa and the two other big cities in the East are Toronto and Montreal. The population Canada is more than 31 million inhabitants and Canada spreads over about 10.000.000 km˛.

The greater Vancouver area, with its 1.8 million inhabitants, is the biggest city in the province of British Columbia and in Western Canada. Vancouver is situated in a relatively flat area known as the Lower Mainland between the Pacific Ocean and Coastal Mountains, It offers a great variety of outdoor activities within reach – golf, cycling, hiking, sailing, skiing, snowboarding, rollerblading. It is a very multicultural and cosmopolitan city that has a big Asian community – about 45%. You can hear many languages spoken in the city streets while a great number of people come to Vancouver to learn English. They are attracted by a lower cost of study and stay than in the USA or United Kingdom, great city atmosphere, stunning mountains and ocean and friendly Canadians. They will not laugh at your accent, they will talk to you!

Apart from the opportunity to enjoy the great outdoor life that can be reached in 15 minutes, Vancouver offers an interesting urban architecture, a great choice of restaurants, shopping centers, safe nightlife and entertainment. If you become homesick, you can always visit a cultural centre, restaurant or a club where your native language is spoken and your type of food is being served.

Accommodation

We are aware that a suitable type of accommodation is very important when spending time abroad. You want to be going back to a pleasant environment after a hard day of English study. Good accommodation will contribute to a positive impression of the Canadian environment.

Therefore we offer a variety of accommodation types; it is up to you to choose. If you have any specific requirements, please contact us and we will arrange a place to stay that suits your style and needs.

Furnished Suites

We offer accommodation in luxury furnished suites. This type of accommodation is suitable for a longer stay. It will provide you with a needed privacy, comfort and pleasant environment. The suites are within an easy reach of the school, shopping centers, city facilities and often provide great views of the mountains, sea and harbour. If you choose this type of accommodation, you will not have to travel to school. Your tutor may instruct you in your spacious apartment.

Homestay Family

If you wish to stay with a Canadian family, we will arrange a one bedroom accommodation with full pension in a homestay family environment. If you wish to communicate in English even after your lessons, this accommodation type will help you to overcome the language barrier and find out about the local environment and city. You will learn about the Canadian culture, life style and traditions. A stay with a family is inexpensive but does not necessarily provide you with privacy because very often you will have to adjust to the family pace of life. Your personal tutor can often teach you directly in the homestay environment.

Hotel or Bed & Breakfast

If you require comfort and privacy, we will arrange quality hotel accommodation for you. Please let us know your requirements and we will provide you with details on hotel or B&B accommodation and pricing.

Formal Requirements Checklist

When travelling to Canada, please make sure you comply with these requirements:
(The below checklist may vary depending on your country of origin).

Visa application

Return flight ticket purchased before your arrival in Canada.
Health insurance for the entire length of stay.
Sufficient financial means for the travel and stay in Canada.
Compliance with the strict immigration regulations and laws of Canada.
Good health and no criminal record.

Transport

Flight Ticket

We recommend that you reserve a flight ticket as soon as possible in order to get a good rate. You can, of course, buy the flight ticket yourself. Upon your request we will arrange a flight ticket for you. All the details will be arranged after you register for the course.

Airport Transfer

If you wish no hassle and a worry-free, comfortable and safe transfer from the airport to your accommodation upon your arrival, there will be a company representative waiting for you at the airport and will take you to your residence.

Other Transport

During your stay we will help you to arrange transport when attending any specialized modules. The details will be agreed once you receive your personal language program.

Please check the formal requirements for your travel and study stay in Canada with your embassy or a consulate. Contact us if you have any general questions and we will advise you.

We recommend that you take out health insurance for your stay in Canada. Please check with your local insurance company in your country of origin.

The following days are free holidays in Vancouver (there are no lessons on these days):

New Years Day, 1st January.
Good Friday.
Victoria Day 24th May.
Canada Day, 1st July
BC Day, 1st Monday in August
Labour Day, 6th September.
Thanksgiving, 2nd Monday in October
Rememberence Day 11th November
Christmas & Boxing Days 25th, 26th December