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ILAC - International Language Academy of Canada
The language school ILAC - International Language Academy of Canada was founded in Vancouver, Canada in 1998. The ILAC boutique campus is in the heart of the downtown Vancouver. The school is located beside the Main Transportation Station within walking distance to shops, restaurants, cafes, Simon Fraser University, British Columbia Institute of Technology and Vancouver's famous Seawall.
Accreditations and Quality seals
Association of Language Industry of Canada, TESL CanadaSchool Size:
Facilities
Microwave for student use
Computer lab
Movie room
Games room
Lounge
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Disabled toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Classroom equipment
TV in most classrooms
Air conditioning in most classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms:
70Number of public PC workstations:
99Prices include
- Internet access and use of school computers
- Wireless LAN zone at school
- Free certificate of course attendance
- Language level placement test at first day of classes
- Language level placement test before arrival
- Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by qualified consultant
- Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by qualified consultant
Course material:
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 60 C$ per course.
Average number of students
- Adult courses in summer: 800
- Adult courses throughout the year: 700
Average age of students
- in summer: 21 years
- throughout the year: 22 years
- Special recommendations for students over 30 years
Average number of levels
- Adult courses in summer: 17
- Adult courses throughout the year: 17
- Junior courses in summer: 17
- Junior courses throughout the year: 17
Minimum age of students
- 18 years
- 14 years for specific Junior courses
English teacher qualifications
- 100 % hold a university degree
- 100 % hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school):
Airport transfer
Best arrival airport is Vancouver International (YVR). It takes 30 minutes to school.
Language school closed
In 2017 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2017, 02.Jan.2017, 13.Feb.2017, 14.Apr.2017, 22.May.2017, 01.Jul.2017, 03.Jul.2017, 04.Sep.2017, 09.Oct.2017, 11.Nov.2017, 25.Dec.2017English Courses
All prices in C$ (convert currency). Below the original school prices are displayed.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | -- | 690 | 1035 | 1380 | 1725 | 2070 | 2415 | 2760 | 3450 | 3960 | 330 |
Includes an Elective Class to be chosen from the following: Speaking, Listening, Pronunciation, Grammar, Writing, Idioms, Vocabulary, Business, TOEFL, IELTS, Oral Presentations, English Through Media, Debating, Current Events...
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 13:45
Morning: 8:45 - 13:45
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Lessons per week: 38 | Max. group size: 15
395 C$ per week(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 22 | 25 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | -- | 790 | 1185 | 1580 | 2370 | 3160 | 3950 | 4620 | 8030 | 9125 | 385 |
Includes an Elective Class to be chosen from the following: Speaking, Listening, Pronunciation, Grammar, Writing, Idioms, Vocabulary, Business, TOEFL, IELTS, Oral Presentations, English Through Media, Debating, Current Events...
Students in the Power English program must also choose between one of our afternoon Power classes:
1) Power Communication Class – focuses on speaking and listening.
2) Power Academic Class – academic reading, academic writing and homework support.
Students in the Power English program must also choose between one of our afternoon Power classes:
1) Power Communication Class – focuses on speaking and listening.
2) Power Academic Class – academic reading, academic writing and homework support.
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
7-8 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 13:45
Afternoon: 14:15 - 15:45
Morning: 8:45 - 13:45
Afternoon: 14:15 - 15:45
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Lessons per week: 20 | Max. group size: 15
250 C$ per week(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price in C$ | -- | 500 | 750 | 1000 | 1250 | 1500 | 1750 | 2000 | 2250 | 2500 | 2750 |
Return Airport Transfer: CAD$ 200 (includes unaccompanied minor service)
Social Activities are optional and available at the school at an additional cost.
Custodianship Letter: CAD$ 100Price includes
Supervision 24/7
Social Activities are optional and available at the school at an additional cost.
Custodianship Letter: CAD$ 100Price includes
Supervision 24/7
Starting dates
2017: 19.Jun.2017, 26.Jun.2017, 03.Jul.2017, 10.Jul.2017, 17.Jul.2017, 24.Jul.2017, 31.Jul.2017, 07.Aug.2017, 14.Aug.2017, 21.Aug.2017.
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 13:50 - 17:50
Morning: 13:50 - 17:50
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Lessons per week: 25 | Max. group size: 15
300 C$ per week(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price in C$ | -- | 600 | 900 | 1200 | 1500 | 1800 | 2100 | 2400 | 2700 | 3000 | 3300 |
Return Airport Transfer: CAD$ 200 (includes unaccompanied minor service)
Social Activities are optional and available at the school at an additional cost.
Custodianship Letter: CAD$ 100Price includes
Supervision 24/7
Social Activities are optional and available at the school at an additional cost.
Custodianship Letter: CAD$ 100Price includes
Supervision 24/7
Starting dates
2017: 19.Jun.2017, 26.Jun.2017, 03.Jul.2017, 10.Jul.2017, 17.Jul.2017, 24.Jul.2017, 31.Jul.2017, 07.Aug.2017, 14.Aug.2017, 21.Aug.2017.
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 13:50 - 17:50
Morning: 13:50 - 17:50
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Lessons per week: 30
345 C$ per week(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 20 | 30 | Additional Week |
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| Price in C$ | -- | 690 | 1035 | 1380 | 2070 | 2760 | 3450 | 5280 | 6600 | 9300 | 330 |
Designed to match the fast pace of young adults' learning.
The first intake date for this course is August 14.
The first intake date for this course is August 14.
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 11:45
Afternoon: 12:15 - 14:45
Morning: 8:45 - 11:45
Afternoon: 12:15 - 14:45
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Lessons per week: 30 | Max. group size: 15
345 C$ per week(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | -- | 690 | 1035 | 1380 | 1725 | 2070 | 2415 | 2760 | 3450 | 3960 | 330 |
Students must have a minimum of ILAC Level 10 to be eligible for this course.
Students tested at Level 10 begin in the Introduction to Business course (12 weeks). Students tested at Level 12 study in the Advanced Business course (12 weeks).
Topics include handling telephone calls, negotiating, networking, managing meetings, interviewing, and socializing in a business environment; as well as the ability to write effective business memos, letters, e-mails, informal and formal reports and presentation materials. Students develop all the skills necessary to pass the Cambridge Business English Examination (BEC).
Students tested at Level 10 begin in the Introduction to Business course (12 weeks). Students tested at Level 12 study in the Advanced Business course (12 weeks).
Topics include handling telephone calls, negotiating, networking, managing meetings, interviewing, and socializing in a business environment; as well as the ability to write effective business memos, letters, e-mails, informal and formal reports and presentation materials. Students develop all the skills necessary to pass the Cambridge Business English Examination (BEC).
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 13:45
Morning: 8:45 - 13:45
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Lessons per week: 30 | Max. group size: 15
345 C$ per week(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | -- | 690 | 1035 | 1380 | 1725 | 2070 | 2415 | 2760 | 3450 | 3960 | 330 |
Students must have a minimum of ILAC Level 10 to be eligible for this course.
If you are at ILAC Level 10, the complete TOEFL Preparation course is 24 weeks. If you are at ILAC Level 14, the complete TOEFL Preparation course is 12 weeks.
Students may study for as many levels or weeks as required. ILAC guarantees a higher test score or your money back.
If you are at ILAC Level 10, the complete TOEFL Preparation course is 24 weeks. If you are at ILAC Level 14, the complete TOEFL Preparation course is 12 weeks.
Students may study for as many levels or weeks as required. ILAC guarantees a higher test score or your money back.
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 13:45
Morning: 8:45 - 13:45
RESERVE & Secure the Lowest Price »
Lessons per week: 30 | Max. group size: 15
345 C$ per week(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | -- | 690 | 1035 | 1380 | -- | 2070 | 2415 | 2760 | 3450 | 3960 | 330 |
Students must have a minimum of ILAC Level 10 to be eligible for this course.
Complete course for Cambridge exam preparation: 12 weeks. Students may study for as many levels or weeks as required.
ILAC guarantees a higher test score or your money back.
Complete course for Cambridge exam preparation: 12 weeks. Students may study for as many levels or weeks as required.
ILAC guarantees a higher test score or your money back.
Starting dates
Every Monday .
RESERVE & Secure the Lowest Price »
Lessons per week: 30 | Max. group size: 15
345 C$ per week(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | -- | 690 | 1035 | 1380 | 1725 | 2070 | 2415 | 2760 | 3450 | 3960 | 330 |
Students must have a minimum of ILAC Level 10 to be eligible for this course.
Complete course for Cambridge exam preparation: 12 weeks. Students may study for as many levels or weeks as required.
ILAC guarantees a higher test score or your money back.
Complete course for Cambridge exam preparation: 12 weeks. Students may study for as many levels or weeks as required.
ILAC guarantees a higher test score or your money back.
Starting dates
Every Monday .
RESERVE & Secure the Lowest Price »
Lessons per week: 30 | Max. group size: 15
345 C$ per week(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | -- | 690 | 1035 | 1380 | 1725 | 2070 | 2415 | 2760 | 3450 | 3960 | 330 |
Students must have a minimum of ILAC Level 10 to be eligible for this course.
If you are at ILAC Level 10, the complete IELTS Preparation course is 24 weeks. If you are at ILAC Level 14, the complete IELTS Preparation course is 12 weeks.
Students may study for as many levels or weeks as required. ILAC guarantees a higher test score or your money back.
If you are at ILAC Level 10, the complete IELTS Preparation course is 24 weeks. If you are at ILAC Level 14, the complete IELTS Preparation course is 12 weeks.
Students may study for as many levels or weeks as required. ILAC guarantees a higher test score or your money back.
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 13:45
Morning: 8:45 - 13:45
RESERVE & Secure the Lowest Price »
Note: All courses offered by ILAC - International Language Academy of Canada, Vancouver can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form.
Lesson duration: 45 minutes
Comments about courses:ILAC's General English Programs have 17 levels of English. Each level is generally 4 weeks long.
No classes are held on public holidays, however, orientation and placement tests for new students will still take place.
No classes are held on public holidays, however, orientation and placement tests for new students will still take place.
Accommodation
Single room, Breakfast & lunch & dinner | Minimum stay in weeks: 2
From 920 C$ per month
2 reviews
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| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | -- | 460 | 690 | 920 | 230 | 195 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Price extra night:
45 C$ (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)Room Occupancy:
Single room.Includes:
Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (supplement fee), Heating, Breakfast & lunch & dinner, Shared bathroom.Age of students
Minimum age of students: 18
Dates
High season dates 03.Jun.2017 - 02.Sep.2017High season
High season supplement per week: 20 C$ 
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & lunch & dinner
From 840 C$ per month
2 reviews
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| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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| Price in C$ | -- | 420 | 630 | 840 | 210 | 195 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Price extra night:
40 C$ (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)Room Occupancy:
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together).Includes:
Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (supplement fee), Heating, Breakfast & lunch & dinner, Shared bathroom.Age of students
Minimum age of students: 18
Dates
High season dates 03.Jun.2017 - 02.Sep.2017High season
High season supplement per week: 20 C$ | weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Additional Week | Deposit (refundable)* | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 320 | 640 | 960 | 1280 | 320 | 250 | 245 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Includes Netflix, concierge/security 24 hours and a fitness centre.
Prices may vary depending on dates an duration of stay.No extra nights bookable.
Prices may vary depending on dates an duration of stay.No extra nights bookable.
Room Occupancy:
Double room.Distance from school:
20 minutes walkingIncludes:
Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (free WIFI), No meals, Shared bathroom.Age of students
Minimum age of students: 0
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Additional Week | Deposit (refundable)* | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 380 | 760 | 1140 | 1520 | 380 | 250 | 245 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Includes Netflix, concierge/security 24 hours and a fitness centre.
Prices may vary depending on dates an duration of stay.No extra nights bookable.
Prices may vary depending on dates an duration of stay.No extra nights bookable.
Room Occupancy:
Single room.Distance from school:
20 minutes walkingIncludes:
Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (free WIFI), No meals, Shared bathroom.Age of students
Minimum age of students: 0
- If the student requires accommodation, the registration should be sent at least 2 weeks before arrival.
- Max. 1 student of each nationality possible?yes
- Optional airport transfer
Vancouver International Airport:for 100 C$(one way);for 200 C$(return trip)
Reviews
4.3/5.0
Overall rating
7 authentic reviews from students who reserved with usCity
4.7/5.0
Organisation
4.7/5.0
Facilities
4.4/5.0
Social activities
4.0/5.0
Course quality / Progress in language
4.4/5.0
Value for money
4.0/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
3.7/5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
3.7/5.0
Other
3.7/5.0
Students liked about ILAC - International Language Academy of Canada, Vancouver
Jine Norka25 years - Peru
teachers
Overall rating
4.0/5.0
Value for money
3.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0/5.0
School organization
5.0/5.0
Social activities
4.0/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
3.0/5.0
Other
3.0/5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
3.0/5.0
Julia27 years - Russian Federation
Quality of teaching, very friendly atmosphere in the school, cultural programme!
Overall rating
5.0/5.0
Value for money
5.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0/5.0
School organization
5.0/5.0
Social activities
5.0/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
5.0/5.0
Other
5.0/5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
5.0/5.0
Additional information
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Choose ILAC and you will be right!
Eileen Pollet29 years - Canada
They give you the option to change your class if you need a teacher with a different style of teaching, classes are playful and very motivating to me, that as a teacher I am is fundamental. They provide an appropiate variety of electives to deepen your skills.
Overall rating
4.0/5.0
Value for money
4.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0/5.0
School organization
5.0/5.0
Social activities
5.0/5.0
Accommodation
Additional information
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: There are many bad experiences regarding accommodation, books are quite expensive and sometimes when you do the diagnostic evaluation you do not stay at the appropriate level, it is better to wait until the first test to see your real level.
Samuele19 years - Italy
availability of teachers
Overall rating
5.0/5.0
Value for money
3.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0/5.0
School organization
5.0/5.0
Social activities
5.0/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
4.0/5.0
Other
4.0/5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
4.0/5.0
Additional information
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: don't be shy and make friends with everyone
Other comments: WONDERFUL
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