Canadian English is known for its clear accent and minimal dialects, making it extremely popular for language study abroad. There are many language schools, and beyond major cities like Vancouver and Toronto, you’ll find wonderful study destinations like Calgary, Kelowna, and Victoria where you can enjoy peaceful and safe language learning experiences. If you’re undecided, feel free to consult with GO AND SEE!
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VanWest College
Campuses: Kelowna, Vancouver
Programs: General English, EAP, Volunteer, Flight Attendant English, Working Holiday, Early Childhood Education
Honest Review: Wide program selection, inter-campus transfers, attentive counselor support, and vibrant atmosphere make this MAX recommended! Due to popularity, accommodations fill up quickly, so early enrollment is necessary. Rich in program variety – perfect for serious learners!
Global Village
Campuses: Calgary, Victoria
Programs: General English, Business English, Test Preparation, EAP, Work Readiness Program
Honest Review: Multi-national environment with fewer Japanese students, solid support, excellent for language improvement and pathway to public colleges. Not a large-scale school, so △ for those expecting big facilities. Calgary and Victoria locations are also recommended points!
CCEL (Canadian College of English Language)
Campus: Vancouver
Programs: General English, Business English, Test Preparation, University Pathway, Working Holiday Programs, English + Major + Co-op
Honest Review: Meticulous support, comprehensive programs, and the Smart Year program for 1-year English + major studies is especially recommended. Japanese student ratio is average. Perfect for university gap years or working adults wanting to learn both English and specialized skills in limited time.
Bayswater
Campuses: Calgary, Toronto, Vancouver
Programs: General English, Test Preparation, Pathway, Business English, Professional Courses
Honest Review: Fewer Japanese students, excellent multi-national environment. Calgary is recommended for those wanting student dormitory accommodation with lower costs, especially for long-term language study! △ for budget-conscious students. Comprehensive online English learning support system enables serious study!
ANNE’S Language House
Campus: Calgary
Programs: General English, Speaking, Pathway
Honest Review: Small-scale, homey atmosphere with Japanese support – perfect for those seeking security. △ for those wanting many students and liveliness. Activities available – a school where you can experience Calgary’s fun and peaceful atmosphere.
OHC (Oxford House)
Campuses: Calgary, Toronto
Programs: General English, Speaking
Honest Review: Fewer Japanese students, excellent English environment. Staff and teachers are friendly ○. No Japanese counselors, so △ for those concerned about this. Especially recommended for those wanting to immerse in English – the Calgary campus is perfect!
Oxford International
Campuses: Vancouver, Toronto, Halifax
Programs: General English, Test Preparation, Pathway
Honest Review: Language school with global network, rich in pathway programs ◎. Good homestays but expensive student residences (dormitories) △. Sometimes offers large discounts, so budget-conscious students should check campaign information!
BLI
Campuses: Montreal, Quebec City
Programs: General English, General French, Test Preparation
Honest Review: Fewer Japanese students, rare language school offering both English and French study. Enjoying Montreal’s beautiful cityscape is also ◎. French is mainly used in Quebec province, so △ for those completely unfamiliar with French.
CICCC (Cornerstone International Community College of Canada)
Campus: Vancouver
Programs: General English
Honest Review: Comprehensive English course for progression to specialized programs. △ for those wanting to study only English. Business, technology, hospitality and other specialized courses are comprehensive, so ○ for those aiming for advancement. Also, English course fees become very reasonable for those targeting specialized programs!
SGIC (St. George International College)
Campuses: Toronto, Vancouver
Programs: General English, IELTS Test Preparation, Speaking Enhancement, English Teaching Methodology, Medical English, Business English, University/College Preparation
Honest Review: Many course types including unique offerings, and fewer Japanese students ◎. Vancouver campus has many cancelled courses, so Vancouver for general English only, Toronto for other courses is recommended.
SAIT (Southern Alberta Institute of Technology)
Campus: Calgary
Program: English Language Foundation (progression to main programs)
Honest Review: SAIT offers a vibrant learning environment and strong career-focused programs, especially in its bachelor and diploma streams with high employment rates. The English Foundation Program is decent, but students may find more flexible or tailored options at other English schools in Calgary. Overall, it’s a solid choice for practical education and job readiness.
Okanagan College
Campus: Kelowna
Programs: General English, EAP (progression to main programs)
Honest Review: Public college with comprehensive environment where local students also study ◎. △ that enrollment periods are fixed at 4 times per year (January, May, July, September) and duration is set at 4 months (2 months also available for May and July). If enrollment dates and duration match, Kelowna environment is also recommended!
IGK (International Gateway Kelowna)
Campuses: Calgary, Kelowna
Programs: General English
Honest Review: Closing in 2025 – Perfect for those seeking small-scale, homey schools ◎. Programs other than general English may not gather enough students and risk cancellation △. Especially Kelowna campus suits those wanting to enjoy safe, relaxed study abroad life. Suitable for short-term or tourist stay language study.
About Canadian Language Schools
Canada has extremely many language schools in various regions. Especially when searching for language schools in Vancouver and Toronto, I think it’s difficult to notice differences. If you don’t have strong preferences about cities, it might be good to research cities other than Vancouver and Toronto. However, Canada is vast with many cities, and finding information about language schools in rural areas can be challenging, so in such cases, please consult with GO AND SEE once. Let’s find cities and schools that match your hopes together.
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