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Study English in Canada wit h HLIC Apply Now Document PROG RAMS Testimonials TESTIMONIALS Our School OUR SCHOOL Student Housing HOUSING HLIC Location LO CATION Study with us in Halifax, the Education Capital of Atlantic Canada Discover the world of language learning at Halifax Language Institute of Canada. Located in the heart of beautiful Halifax, Nova Scotia, our institute offers language programs designed to help you achieve fluency while immersing yourself in Canadian culture. With experienced instructors, interactive classes, and a vibrant community, you'll not only improve your language skills but also make lifelong connections. Whether you're preparing for higher education, enhancing your career, or simply exploring a new language, HLIC has a course to help you reach your goals. English Courses View All Courses Customize your language learning with flexible enrollment, course durations and levels. Whether you're preparing to study at a Canadian university, improve your daily conversation skills, practice core skills, pass your exams or enjoy a study holiday in Atlantic Canada - we have courses to help you reach your language goals. General English (ESL, EAL) Students hone their reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in levels 1-5, beginner to intermediate. View Course University Pathway Program Graduates of our program can apply directly to any of our University or College partners in Canada. The length of study is 8 weeks View Course Study Holiday (Short Courses) Ideal for students seeking to improve their English during a study holiday in Canada. Study full or part-time for 1-4 weeks. View Course Student Housing View Housing Options Studying abroad can be an exciting and enriching experience, but finding the right accommodations can be challenging. HLIC helps students find comfortable and affordable housing options that meet their unique needs. Choose to live with a homestay family, in a HLIC student house, or get information on how to rent your own room or apartment in Halifax. 1/10 Social Activities When you study with HLIC you will have the oppurtunity to take part in a variety of exciting activities outside of the classroom. View Activities

Calendar HLIC Calendar 2024/2025 EAP, UBP: Courses required to attend English-speaking high schools, colleges and universities begin and end on designated dates throughout the year. ​ ESL, Other English Courses: English programs not required for further studies can begin on any Monday of the year, except for Public Holidays and HLIC Closure Dates. ​ Public Holidays 2024: Monday, January 1 Monday, February 19 Monday, April 1 Monday, July 1 Monday, September 2 Term Winter 1 Winter 2 Holiday Spring 1 Summer 1 Holiday Fall 1 Fall 2 Holiday Start Date January 3 February 26 April 22 April 29 June 24 August 19 August 26 October 21 December 16 End Date February 23 April 19 April 26 June 21 August 16 August 23 October 18 December 13 January 3, 2025

Home / Housing / Homestay Homestay Program Offering safe, comfortable, and affordable accommodation, HLIC homestays are an effective way to truly experience Canadian culture, while furthering language learning. Each homestay offers a private, comfortable room, including a desk, bed, closet, and linens. The student will have access to common spaces, a shared kitchen, a bathroom, and laundry facilities. Homestay fees include heat, hot water, and internet. Our homestays are the perfect complement to HLIC student enrolment, offering the student a unique chance to learn and practice their English outside of school, at home, with native-speaking locals. ​ Each homestay has at least one responsible host who will oversee the student’s daily life, and strive to include the student in their Canadian customs, local festivals, holidays, traditions, food, and social activities. The HLIC screening process requires hosts to undergo a home inspection and pass rigorous security checks, including up-to-date criminal record checks and vulnerable sector checks. HLIC keeps in regular contact with our hosts and students to ensure standards are being met. ​ Our homestays are affordable, costing $1150.00 CAD per month, which includes 3 meals a day, heating, water and internet. There is an initial $200.00 non-refundable application fee, and a $400.00 refundable damage deposit fee. All homestays are accessible within a maximum of 30 minutes of driving by car, or 1 hour by bus. Some homestays are within walking distance. ​ For more information, please contact our homestay coordinator at homestay@hfxlanguage.ca

Contact Us First name* Last name* Email* Message Submit Purdy's Wharf Tower 2, 1969 Upper Water Street Suite 203, Halifax, NS B3J 3R7 Canada 1 (902) 406-8585 info@hfxlanguage.ca ​ Monday - Friday 9:00 am-3:00 pm (GMT-3)

Mi’kmaq Language Program Learn the language of the land with Thomas Christmas, Mi’kmaq elder and language keeper. ​ Course Details Online course via ZOOM. Playback option available for registered students to rewatch all classes. Start Date: September 14, 2022 Schedule: 1.5 hours every Wednesday afternoon Length: 12 weeks Fees: $300 course fee due at registration Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis Students on the course waitlist have priority for the following intake (ie: If you were put on the waitlist during Spring enrollment, you have priority for Fall enrollment) ​ ​ The course is free for all Mi’kmaq students ​ HLIC is facilitating this course to further share the language of the land in an act of land back and as a way to honour Mi’kma’ki and the Mi’kmaq people. ​ This course is for all interested, free to Mi’kmaq people, and all profits will go to Mi’kmaq non-profit voted by the class. For registration and inquiries, please contact us at info@hfxlanguage.ca

Home / English Courses / Camp Summer / Winter Camps Our Summer and Winter Camp programs offer an incredible opportunity to travel, learn about Canada and study English at the same time. Students cover a different theme each week, with accompanying tours and excursions. The program includes weekend social events and activities that can be customized if the students have a common interest, such as hiking or photography. For more information about our Summer and Winter Camp Programs, please contact HLIC.

Home / English Courses / Business English Business English Apply Now Course Description Our Business English program is for students with a low-intermediate or higher level of English who wish to improve their language skills in a business context. The course includes 25 hours of instruction per week. Students study a general English program of integrated skills (reading, writing, listening, speaking and grammar) in the morning. In the afternoon they focus on different aspects of business English. Examples of modules include: Human Resources Socialization and Networking Banking and Finance Marketing, Sales and Advertising Business Communications Negotiations and Business Contracts Textbook Hours Schedule Duration Levels Start Date 1 Textbook per level 25 hours per week Monday to Friday 1 Week+ 1 2 3 4 5 Any Monday Program Price The Business English course operates on continuous enrolment which allows for students to join our classes on any Monday and study for as many weeks as they like. The cost of your course will depend on your length of study. For an accurate quote, please contact us at HLIC. All prices are listed and to be paid in Canadian Dollars (CAD). ​ Valid health insurance is mandatory for all international students in Canada.​ Tuition Textbook Admissions Fee Health Insurance Activities Fee $375 per week $150 per level $150 (non-refundable) $2 per day $30 per week

Hosts Become a Homestay Family Help us provide a safe and enriching cultural opportunity for international students studying in Halifax. ​ The host family plays a unique and vital role in the international student experience. While providing a safe environment for students to live in, host families often help to bridge the cultural gap that students experience. ​ Traditional families, non-traditional families, single people, roommates and friends living together – any person or group who is willing to share daily life with an international student can be a host! ​ A great homestay provides students with comfortable living conditions and friendly, patient and open-minded hosts. It can be overwhelming for a student to be so far away from home. A thoughtful host family appreciates that each student is unique and that communication and mutual understanding take effort. We welcome hosts from all backgrounds, family types, professions & and ages. APPLY TO BE A HOMESTAY HOST Things to consider about being a host family: Do you have time for a student? Students appreciate different levels of socializing with their host families; some enjoy small talk, and others will want to participate in family outings. There may be times that your student asks you for advice or help about their life in Canada and Canadian culture. Are you open to hosting a student who cannot speak English? Are you willing to be patient when communicating with your students? Is everyone in your household ready to accept someone from a different background? If you have children, are they comfortable with bringing another person into the family? ​ ​ As a host, you will provide: A private bedroom, furnished with a bed and storage. Nutritious meals . Host families must provide students with 3 meals per day. A home environment that a student can feel comfortable in, study and relax after a day at school. A patient, caring and friendly home atmosphere. A 100% English environment for your student to increase their language skills. WiFi internet is mandatory at all times in the home. ​ Homestay homes should be within reasonable walking distance of public transit. ​ HLIC must conduct criminal record checks and vulnerable sector checks for all adults living in the home prior to homestay approval. A home inspection will also be conducted prior to students being placed in the home. ​ ​ Host Support Once you are approved as a host family, HLIC is here to help you. If at any time you have questions or concerns regarding your student or homestay details, we welcome calls or emails & will work with you to make the experience memorable for both you and your student. APPLY TO BE A HOMESTAY HOST

Home / Housing / Residence HLIC Residence Home HLIC has three residence homes around Halifax. In a residence home you live with other HLIC students who are 19+ in a clean, safe, friendly and furnished home. ​ Prices vary from $550-$800 per room depending on the residence. All your bills (power, heat, water, lights, and wifi) are included. ​ Living with 4 or 5 other students (there is no chaperone in these homes), you are all responsible for making your own food, cleaning the house, and living harmoniously with one another. With all your bills included, you can focus on your schoolwork and having fun in Canada. ​ The residence homes are not downtown, and you will need to commute to school by car, bus, or bike for 15-20 minutes each way. ​ After graduation at HLIC, you have the option to continue living in your residence home throughout your university career here in Halifax. Lease agreements are 1 year in length, and tenant insurance is encouraged. Living in these residence homes means you will be well respected as an international student here in Halifax. ​ If you are interested in living in a HLIC residence home, please inquire directly with homestay@hfxlanguage.ca .

Home / Housing / Independent Independent Living This option is only available to students 19+, who are prepared to completely live on their own without any help for cooking, cleaning, paying the bills, etc. When you live on your own expenses can vary. Sometimes these expenses can be shared if you have roommates. This option is most popular with older students (30+), students with previous experience living abroad in Canada, or those moving to Canada with dependents (spouse, children). This is the estimated budget for independent living (not in the downtown area), per month: ​ Room in a shared house or apartment (living with roommates): $600- $1000 Studio/Bachelor or 1 bedroom apartment: $1000 – $2000 Internet: $100 per month Utilities (electric, water, heat) (for 1 person): $170 Parking: $100-$200 (if not provided by your landlord) ​ Living in Downtown Halifax is more expensive than the price estimates listed above. ​ Fully furnished apartments and rooms are available but are more expensive. Otherwise, you will be responsible for purchasing, transporting, and setting up your own furniture. ​ Most rental leases are for 1 year, with the option to renew the lease annually.

English Programs General English (ESL, EAL) Students hone their reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in levels 1-5, beginner to intermediate. View Course University Pathway Program Graduates of our program can apply directly to any of our University or College partners in Canada. The length of study is 8 weeks View Course Study Holiday (Short Courses) Ideal for students seeking to improve their English during a study holiday in Canada. Study full or part-time for 1-4 weeks. View Course English for Academic Purposes For students who wish to study in an English-speaking high school or post-secondary institution. Levels 1-5. View Course Business English For students with a low-intermediate or higher level of English who wish to improve their language skills in a business context. View Course English for Specific Purposes Ideal for business groups or individuals looking to improve their English for use within their profession. View Course Test Preparation For students preparing to take the IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC, or CELPIP exam. View Course English Summer/Winter Camp For student groups that wish to combine studying English and tourism activities. View Course

Volunteer Program When you study with HLIC, learning goes beyond the classroom. All students have the opportunity to engage meaningfully in the local community through our comprehensive Student Volunteer Program. HLIC works with V-Care Society to offer students a large selection of volunteer experiences. Our students have the opportunity to work with local charities, community projects, animal shelters, and cultural events.