English Language Schools in Canada

Canada is a huuuuge country, the fourth largest in the world in fact, covering six time zones covering vast expanses of mountain, forest, and ice. But, the biggest population centers in the country rest near the U.S. border, each one a highly developed, multicultural urban metropolis perfect for hosting English language learners.

Toronto is probably the city that everyone thinks is the capital of Canada (which is Ottawa, by the way), and for good reason. It’s the biggest city in Canada, but 50 percent of its residents are not actually from Canada, resulting in a great diversity of cultural attractions and exhibitions the city’s motto “Diversity Our Strength” is built upon. English is the main language spoken in Toronto, so you can expect to find many exceptional English language schools and academies, high school programs, and universities that offer English language courses, such as the University of Toronto, one of the highest-ranking universities in the world.

Vancouver, named “Hollywood North” for being the set of many movies and TV shows, is firstly a major tourist destination. Surrounded by nature, including one of the largest urban parks on the continent, Vancouver is regularly ranked as one of the world’s top cities for its superb quality of life. Aside from being the frequent host of many international sporting events, the city is renowned for its cultural and linguistic diversity. There are a number of homestay English immersion programs based in Vancouver, as well as traditional classroom taught English language courses, degrees, and certificates you can participate in.  

If you want a little taste (un petit goût) of France while learning English in Canada, Montreal is a former French colony, and one of the most bilingual cities in Canada. You won’t have to worry about confusing your oohs from your laas, or the stereotypical French rudeness either, as Montreal has been ranked one of the top ten best cities in the world to be a student. There are a variety of English language programs in Montreal. You should grab the chance to learn English in Canada by studying in Montreal if you’re looking for an experience that isn’t purely academic, since Canada’s cultural capital is teeming with international life, from World Film Festivals to the Canadian Grand Prix.