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As published by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada on 2026-10-17: most foreign nationals need a study permit to study in Canada, and the acceptance letter must come from a designated learning institution. A separate IRCC page states that you can study in Canada for less than 6 months without a study permit if you have valid visitor status, and that a visitor visa or an eTA may be needed depending on circumstances. Check the official pages, rules change. official source
As published by IRCC on 2026-10-17: a letter of acceptance is always required, a provincial or territorial attestation letter is needed in most cases (Quebec uses a Quebec Acceptance Certificate), and proof of identity and funds are required. The page does not mention short courses. Check the official page, rules change. official source
As published by Languages Canada on 2026-10-17: it describes itself as Canada's national language education association, representing accredited English and French language programmes in public and private institutions across nine provinces. The page lists a Quality Assurance section but did not describe the scheme itself. official source
34 campuses from 29 schools, listed A to Z by school name. Paid placements are labelled and never change this order.
London, Ontario
Small English as a second language school in London, Ontario, offering part-time and full-time classes plus IELTS, TOEFL and TOEIC preparation.
Independent language school · general
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Ottawa, Ontario
The language centre of the University of Ottawa, part of its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute. Its English Intensive Program is a full-time, in-person…
University language centre · intensive, academic, university prep
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Vancouver, British Columbia
An English language school in downtown Vancouver offering general English, exam-preparation and English-plus courses to adult students. The same school also operates a…
Independent language school · general, small group
Tuition
From CA$330 per week
Across 1 course, 2026. Original currency.
Toronto, Ontario
Private school in downtown Toronto running an ESL program with IELTS preparation, junior and family English, alongside Ontario high school programs.
Independent language school
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Quebec City, Quebec
University language school in Quebec City offering French as a second language in 15-week fall and winter terms and intensive 5-week spring and summer terms.
University language centre · intensive, academic
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Quebec City, Quebec
French immersion school in Quebec City offering adult French courses with flexible Monday starts, plus teen programmes and accommodation arrangements.
Independent language school · intensive, general, plus activities
Tuition
From CA$355 per week
Across 2 courses, 2026. Original currency.
North Vancouver, British Columbia
English language institute in North Vancouver offering general English, IELTS, TOEFL and GRE preparation and writing programs for young learners.
Independent language school
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Burlington, Ontario
English as a second language school in Burlington, Ontario, offering general, intensive, business and test preparation English courses.
Independent language school
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Calgary, Alberta
The English language programme of the University of Calgary, offering intensive four- and five-week courses, semester programmes and other short courses for…
University language centre · intensive, general
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Calgary, Alberta
Test preparation school for CELPIP and IELTS offering group and one-on-one classes online and in Vancouver and Calgary.
Independent language school
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Vancouver, British Columbia
Test preparation school for CELPIP and IELTS offering group and one-on-one classes online and in Vancouver and Calgary.
Independent language school
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Calgary, Alberta
Non-profit private school in Calgary offering English as an Additional Language programs, LINC classes, test preparation and business English.
Independent language school
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Vancouver, British Columbia
Language school in downtown Vancouver offering English and French courses for adults and supervised junior programs.
Independent language school
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Calgary, Alberta
English language schools in Calgary and Victoria offering adult, junior and pathway English programs, plus beginner French courses.
Independent language school
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Victoria, British Columbia
English language schools in Calgary and Victoria offering adult, junior and pathway English programs, plus beginner French courses.
Independent language school
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Toronto, Ontario
Language school in Toronto offering English courses, exam preparation and foreign language courses in group, private and corporate formats.
Independent language school
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Victoria, British Columbia
Language college in downtown Victoria teaching English and French, with career programs and an IELTS and CELPIP test centre.
Independent language school · general
Tuition
From CA$137 per week
Across 3 courses, 2026. Original currency.
Ottawa, Ontario
Ottawa language school founded in 1976 offering English and French training, bilingual assessments and an international students program.
Independent language school
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
New Westminster, British Columbia
ESL school in New Westminster, British Columbia, offering general and business English and academic pathway programs.
Independent language school
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Montreal, Quebec
A language school with campuses in Montreal and Vancouver offering full-time, semi-intensive and part-time English courses, with French also taught in Montreal. Only the…
Independent language school · general, conversation, intensive
Tuition
From CA$320 per week
Across 2 courses, 2026. Original currency.
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