Canadian Language Training
For students whose English isn’t yet at direct-admission level for university or college, in-Canada language training is an efficient bridge. We have an official partnership with ILAC (International Language Academy of Canada) and other recognized language schools, providing course registration, visa support, and pathway planning end-to-end.
Why Study Language in Canada?
- Authentic language environment: Studying in an English-speaking country accelerates progress dramatically
- Pathway routes: Completing the required level enables direct entry to partner universities or colleges — no IELTS / TOEFL retake required
- Smooth transition: Acclimate to Canadian academic style and life before formal enrolment
- Flexible visa: Apply for a short-term study permit or full study permit
- Concurrent test prep: IELTS / TOEFL / CELPIP intensive courses available alongside
Primary Partner: ILAC
ILAC (International Language Academy of Canada), founded in 1997, is one of Canada’s largest English language training institutions, enrolling approximately 20,000 students per year from over 100 countries.
ILAC operates 10 boutique campuses — 5 in Toronto and 5 in Vancouver, and runs one of the world’s largest IELTS testing centers.
Major ILAC Programs
- General English — 17 levels from beginner to advanced; flexible placement
- University Pathway Program (UPP) — ILAC’s flagship; direct admission to 70+ Canadian universities and colleges, no IELTS / TOEFL required
- IELTS / TOEFL / CELPIP Prep — intensive test preparation
- Cambridge FCE / CAE — Cambridge English certification courses
- Business English — for working professionals and career-readiness
- Young Adult Program (16-18) — supervised programming for minors
- Gap Year Program — comprehensive gap-year curriculum
- ILAC International High School — secondary school program (Toronto)
- Georgian@ILAC — joint pathway with Georgian College (Toronto)
- ILAC KISS — live online courses
Best fit for
- Gap year students wanting to study language in Canada while exploring university options
- Students preparing for Canadian university / college whose language scores aren’t yet at admission level
- Minors aged 16-18 — Young Adult program provides supervised living and study
- IELTS / TOEFL test-takers seeking systematic score improvement
- Working professionals — Business English courses
Tuition Reference
ILAC tuition is approximately CAD $370–420 / week (sliding by enrolment length), plus registration and materials. Specific costs vary by course type, season, and duration. Contact us for current pricing.
Other Language School Options
EC English
Boutique campuses in Toronto/Vancouver/Montreal; slightly lower price than ILAC; strong community feel
Kaplan International
Global brand (28 campuses / 9 countries); strong university pathways via Kaplan Pathways
GEOS Languages Plus
Established budget-tier brand; smaller campuses; weaker pathway network than ILAC
University-affiliated centers
UofT SCS, UBC ELI, etc. — leveraging university resources, ideal if you have a clear target school
Our Service
- Needs assessment: recommend school and program based on current English level, goals (study / work / immigration), budget
- Course registration: official partner channel, with partner discounts
- Visa support: study permit / visitor visa document prep
- Pathway planning: bundle language + university/college application planning to avoid duplicate work
- Accommodation: school dorm or homestay coordination
- Arrival assistance: airport pickup, local logistics (SIN, banking, insurance)
- Minor students: custodianship arranged in parallel (see Custodianship)
Interested in ILAC or other language programs?
Contact us via WeChat dingluliuxue or email [email protected]. Share your English level, goals, and intended start date — we’ll prepare a tailored plan.