On the southwest coast of British Columbia, Vancouver is the third largest city in Canada with a population of two million people. One of the world’s most beautiful cities, it is well known for its safe and friendly atmosphere and its spectacular mountain and ocean scenery. GV Vancouver offers two campuses conveniently located in downtown Vancouver and close to public transportation. The Gastown Campus is located in a historic and charming area with restaurants, souvenir shops, and sidewalk cafes. The stunning Yaletown Campus, six blocks south of the Gastown location, is on the doorstep of Vancouver’s entertainment district and around the corner from the Vancouver Central Library.

GV Vancouver offers a wide variety of English language programs for international students of all levels of ability from beginner to advanced. We are distinctively committed to quality of the highest standards in the areas of academics, extracurricular activities, homestay, and student services. Our small classes are communication based and focus on speaking, listening, grammar, and vocabulary building. Our nationality quota system ensures we have a large number of students from different countries year round. GV teachers are university educated, highly experienced, and certified to teach ESL. Many have taught overseas and understand the challenges of learning a foreign language. All GV schools are authorized to administer the TOEIC exam as well as the examinations in English as a Foreign Language by the University of Cambridge Local Examination Syndicate.

Global Village offers quality homestay services for students who want to experience local culture in a safe and secure environment.

Global Village English Centres conduct a full day orientation on the first day of the session. Students should arrive at 8:30 in the morning (please check with school directly). Sample Orientation 8:30 Students arrive, coffee and tea 8:45 Begin level testing 9:45 Welcome speeches by director and school coordinators, review school information 10:00 Activities orientation 10:30 Student interviews and oral assessments 12:00 Lunch 13:00 Homestay orientation 13:45 Review school policies and contracts, questions and answers 14:30 School/campus tour 15:30 Finish Students are requested to bring their passport (and visa), medical insurance form, and registration information.

GV counsellors are specially qualified to help the students choose the most suitable college or university for further studies. GV programs are officially recognized by several universities and colleges. Information on a variety of programs is available at all GV schools. University - Bachelors Degrees - Masters Degrees - Ph.D. College - Business Administration - Fashion and Design - Film and Animation - Information Technology - Secretarial - Travel and Tourism Note: College and university entrance requirements will vary. For more information, please contact the GV School of your choice.

For each session, the activities and events coordinators organize cultural and recreational pursuits, which are fun, entertaining, and reflect the characteristics of the area. Various cultural and recreational activities are organized on a frequent basis with the participation of school staff. The number of participants may be limited in some activities and students should sign up early. Students are responsible for any extra fees.

Global Village believes that student participation in a variety of recreational and cultural activities is central to a positive experience at the school. For each session, the activities coordinators organize cultural and recreational pursuits that are fun, entertaining, and reflect the characteristics of the area. Activities are organized on a frequent basis with the participation of school staff. The number of participants may be limited in some activities and students should sign up early. Students are responsible for any extra fees. Our school organizes regular dance parties and all school events with a variety of themes throughout the year.

Introducing GV Voice! A student Web centre built by and for the students of GV. Students visiting GV Voice can develop their language skills and have a common meeting place for gathering information, finding resources, and exchanging ideas. GV Voice is just one part of the new project/task based learning CALL initiative being integrated into classrooms. For more information on clubs, please contact us.

Multimedia computers with access to a high speed Internet connection allow students to surf the Web, check e-mail, and study at their own speed. Software includes Speech Master, Pronunciation Power, Language Builder, Double Up, Vocabulary Roots, Verb Development, Invest, WordPerfect, Windows, Encyclopedia, and Typing Tutors. Headphones are also available. State of the art desktop computers or laptop computers are available for use in the Business English program.

GV attracts students from all over the world to learn English, communicate, and share their culture. Our nationality quota system ensures there are students from many countries.

Counselling and College/University Placement. GV counsellors are specially qualified to help the students choose the most suitable college or university for further studies. GV programs are officially recognized by several universities and colleges. Information on a variety of programs is available at all GV schools.

GV Vancouver (Westcoast English Language Center, established in 1989) is a privately owned limited company and is registered and bonded with the Private Post Secondary Education Commission of British Columbia (PPSEC, BC). The school is also a member of the Private English Language Schools Association of Canada (PELSA), BC TEAL, TESL Canada, FIYTO, ALTO, and TESOL. GV teachers meet BC TEAL and TESL Canada teaching qualifications.

GV attracts students from all over the world to learn English, communicate, and share their culture. Our nationality quota system ensures there are students from many countries. There are seven Global Village schools, each with its own special ambience, located in three countries: Canada, Australia, and USA. Students can register at more than one location or transfer between schools during their course of study.

Facilities at GV Vancouver including Gastown and Yaltown Campuses: - One Web enabled classroom - Two multimedia computer labs (40 terminals) - Four student lounges - 43 air conditioned classrooms - Cafeteria and washrooms on all floors - Free high speed Internet access - Vending machines, free tea, and coffee

The following ten features, combined with GV’s unparalleled service, ensure the best possible language training experience for students: - Choice of locations - Choice of programs - English only policy - Exciting activities - Experienced and certified teachers - International atmosphere - Modern computer facilities - Professional staff - Quality English courses - Safe accommodation - State of the art technology