Pacific Language Institute Vancouver

We offer quality year-round English programs for adults (18+) – providing you with a unique opportunity to learn English in an international atmosphere. Do you need to improve your English for your career? To study further in colleges/universities in Canada/North America? Or just for fun? Whatever your reason, come to PLI and we will help you choose an English program which is perfect for you. PLI has a reputation for being the most exclusive school in Canada, and we\'re proud of our high academic standards! Our schools are based in the hearts of downtown Toronto and Vancouver, just minutes from art galleries, museums, theatres, libraries, waterfront markets and all major transportation lines; the areas are well-known for fashionable restaurants and sidewalk cafés.

Our two PLI Vancouver campuses are just 2 minutes from famous Robson Street, 20 minutes from Stanley Park and 15 minutes from the beaches. Vancouver is well-known for its natural beauty and attracts many sports-enthusiasts. You will also find plenty of entertainment, shopping and restaurants. Our PLI Vancouver activities schedule includes weekend trips to Whistler, Seattle, Vancouver Island and the Rocky Mountains. We are proud that Vancovuer has been chosen to host the 2010 Winter Olympics!

The core of our program is our English Communication Skills class, which is offered at 8 levels (from beginner to advanced). This class incorporates useful, conversational English, designed to improve what students can say and how they say it. This course can be taken in conjunction with Specific Skills Options.

Homestay is an important part of your Canadian learning experience, and we take extra care in selecting our host families and placing you with a family which suits you. Our families will include you as much as possible in their family life so that you can learn about Canadian culture while you continue to learn English outside of the classroom. In some families, there may be more than one student, but not from the same language group. We offer a variety of accommodation options in Vancouver, that are conveniently located and offer more independent living for students. We have inspected all residences and apartments to ensure that they are clean, neat and have all the basic facilities.

Our organised activities range from evening outings to weekend trips. Our program suits all tastes - from the artistically and culturally inclined students to more sports-minded students,and every budget. There's something for everyone! The only rules are –you must speak English AT ALL TIMES – and have fun!