English Courses for Newcomers to Canada | Canadian College of English Language

Welcome to Canada. Now let's help you thrive.

You've made an incredible journey. As a newcomer to Canada, you deserve every opportunity to build the life you've dreamed of — and that starts with confidence in English and the skills Canadian employers value.

Discount for Citizens & PRs

Start any Monday

Downtown Vancouver

Free career support

Special discount for Canadian Citizens & Permanent Residents

We're proud to offer exclusive discounted tuition for Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents. You've chosen Canada — we're here to invest in your future. Inquire for details.

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English classes for every goal

From everyday conversation to professional and academic English, choose the course that fits where you are and where you're headed.

General English (ESL)

Build confident everyday communication — for daily errands, social settings, neighbours, and new friends. From beginner to advanced.

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English for Business

Professional communication, presentations, workplace conversations, and writing for emails and reports. Designed to help you impress Canadian employers.

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University Pathway

Transition into Canadian colleges and universities — no TOEFL or IELTS required. Academic writing, critical thinking, and EAP skills.

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IELTS Preparation

Targeted preparation for the IELTS exam — important for professional licensing, immigration, and university admissions in Canada.

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English for Health & Wellness

Confidently navigate clinics, pharmacies, and gyms. Communicate clearly about health — essential for life in Canada.

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Online English

Study English from home, on your schedule. Perfect while settling in, job searching, or balancing family life.

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A week in the life at CCEL

Study, practice, and connect — all in one week. Your schedule is flexible and can be tailored to your goals and availability.

In-person Class Sample Schedule

Time	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
8:30 - 10:00	General English (Smrt curriculum)
10:20 - 11:50	General English (Smrt curriculum)				Business English
12:30 - 14:00	Business English (English at Workplace)
Workshops & Activities	Conversation Club	Movie Tuesday	Career Workshop	Stanley Park Cycling	Barista Workshop

Online Class Schedule

Time	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
16:30 - 18:00	General English (Smrt curriculum)

Study in the heart of downtown Vancouver

Our campus is steps from transit, restaurants, shops, and employers — so your real-life English practice starts the moment you step outside.

Minutes from transit

Steps from 2 SkyTrain stations — Burrard & City Centre — and a short walk to our student residence on Robson St.

15+ coffee shops

Surrounded by cafés where you can practice your barista and customer-service English every day.

Dining & 5-star hotels

30+ restaurants and world-class hotels nearby — the Fairmont, Shangri-La, and Hyatt Regency.

World-class retail

Robson Street's shops and brands are right outside the door — a living classroom for everyday English.

Canadian College of English Language

#200-1050 Alberni St.
Vancouver, BC, V6E 1A3
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Hospitality Services Workshop Series

Hospitality is one of Canada's most welcoming entry-point industries. Our free 4-week workshop series gives you practical skills, real-world English, and a foot in the door.

Serving Customers & Taking Orders

Greet customers professionally, take orders clearly, and role-play real café and restaurant scenarios.

Serving Food & Handling Customer Issues

Serve food and drinks politely, handle customer requests, and respond to complaints in real-life service situations.

Café English & Barista Skills

Learn café vocabulary, basic drink-making skills, and hands-on barista role-play in a real café setting.

Payment Handling & Micro-Credentials

Handle payments professionally and learn about Serving It Right, FoodSafe, and SuperHost certifications valued by employers.

Land your first Canadian job with confidence

The Canadian job market can feel like a puzzle — especially when you're new. Our career support team is here to guide you every step of the way, free of charge for enrolled students.

Resume & cover letter writing
Interview preparation & practice
Canadian workplace culture tips
Job search strategies

LinkedIn & networking tips
One-on-one career counselling
Access to latest job postings
Immigration & visa information

Take it further at Canadian College

Ready to go beyond language? Our sister school, Canadian College, offers internationally recognized diploma and certificate programs — a natural next step after CCEL.

Business

Short and long-term certificates and diplomas that build a solid foundation in traditional business topics with a global mindset.

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Hospitality

Short and long-term hospitality certificates and diplomas designed to prepare you to work in a global economy.

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International Trade

A FITT-recognized diploma with practical skills for today's global marketplace — and a path to the Certified International Trade Professional (CITP) designation.

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Project Management

Master the processes and techniques of project management, with a 12-month Co-op and a path to PMI's PMP or CAPM certification.

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Information Technology

Diploma programs that build an understanding of computer systems and several recognized industry certifications, with an optional co-op for 12 months of paid work experience.

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