The ‘most exciting’ English as a second language pathway program in Canada

The setting could not have been better. It was the Canadian Bureau for International Education’s 51st annual conference in balmy Halifax. The dates were Nov. 19-22. Twenty-six hundred delegates. CBIE, if you are not aware, is the Canadian meeting place for people working “across the full spectrum of education, bridging…

Preparing for a Canadian winter: What you need to know when you learn English in Canada

When many people think of Canada, they think of winter. Average temperatures can reach -10 °C in January, though individual days can occasionally get much colder. Snow also covers the ground, creating a beautiful winter wonderland. It's true that Canada's winters can be cold and snowy, but there is a…

Get Nervous When Speaking in English? How Intensive English Programs Can Help You Gain Confidence

Learning English can be challenging. There are many different grammar rules to learn, idioms to practise, and a huge vocabulary to memorize. When writing an essay, students have the time to carefully think about what they want to communicate. However, when speaking, it can be difficult to remember all the…