University pathway & academic English in Canada
Of the 170 language schools in Canada listed by A-Work Academy, 87 offer Academic English (University Preparation) courses (as of 2026-10-09).
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Schools by city
| City | Schools counted |
|---|---|
| Vancouver | 23 schools |
| Toronto | 21 schools |
| Vancouver Island | 7 schools |
| Calgary | 4 schools |
| London | 2 schools |
| Winnipeg | 2 schools |
| Kelowna | 2 schools |
| Ottawa | 2 schools |
| Waterloo | 2 schools |
| Mississauga | 2 schools |
| Edmonton | 2 schools |
| Halifax | 2 schools |
| Montreal | 1 school |
| Castlegar | 1 school |
| Welland | 1 school |
| Ancaster | 1 school |
| Thornhill | 1 school |
| Sydney | 1 school |
| Kamloops | 1 school |
| North Oshawa | 1 school |
| Lethbridge | 1 school |
| Kingston | 1 school |
| Brantford | 1 school |
| St. John | 1 school |
| Hamilton | 1 school |
| Peterborough | 1 school |
| Charlotletown | 1 school |
| Kitchener | 1 school |
Language schools for University pathway & academic English
Kaplan-Toronto (30+ operated separately) (2026 PAL: available when enrolling for 27 weeks or more - subject to change)
Toronto
Worldwide Reputation Kaplan is a prestigious private language institution founded in 1938…
Kaplan-Vancouver
Vancouver
Worldwide Reputation Kaplan is a prestigious private language institution founded in 1938…
Bayswater-Vancouver (2026 PAL: available with enrollment of 36 weeks or more - almost exhausted, please inquire)
Vancouver · Price guide about US$16–US$433 / week
Upon completing an advanced level, conditional admission to partner universities is possi…
Vanwest College-Vancouver (All 2026 PALs used up)
Vancouver
In-depth student counseling to set clear academic goals and monitor progress · Study in b…
SGIC-Toronto (All 2026 PALs used up)
Toronto
Located near the Eaton Centre shopping mall, it is easy to get anywhere in downtown Toron…
GV-Victoria (2026 PAL: available when enrolling for 36 weeks or more)
Victoria (Vancouver Island)
Official IELTS test center · July and August programs for juniors
Inlingua-Victoria
Victoria (Vancouver Island)
Powerful and effective method for learning English and world languages · Beautiful waterf…
ILSC-Montreal (CAQ not available in 2026)
Montreal
[Features of the ILSC Montreal campus] · It is a small-to-medium-sized campus with a fami…
SGIC-Vancouver (2026 PAL: available when registering for 36 weeks or more)
Vancouver
Small classes increase opportunities for students and teachers to talk, enabling effectiv…
ILSC-Vancouver (26 PAL: available when enrolling for 26 weeks or more - inquiry required before enrollment)
Vancouver
[ ILSC Vancouver Campus Features ] · The ILSC Vancouver campus is the largest ILSC campus…
IH-Vancouver
Vancouver
The proportion of Korean students is lower than at other language schools in downtown. ·…
Alexander College
Burnaby (Vancouver)
Transfer to 4-year universities in BC: As a BCCAT* member institution, the college offers…
George Brown College
Toronto
London Language Institute
London
University of Winnipeg
Winnipeg
GV-Calgary (2026 PAL: available when enrolling for 24 weeks or more)
Calgary
Connect International School (CIS) (2026 PAL: available with 1-year enrollment)
Toronto
. Small number of students (average 6-8) . Highly qualified teachers with diverse field e…
Vanwest College-Kelowna (All 2026 PALs used up)
Kelowna
In-depth student counseling that sets a clear direction for academic achievement, with on…
ILSC-Toronto (2026 PAL: available when enrolling for 26 weeks or more)
Toronto
[ ILSC Toronto Campus Highlights ] · ILSC Toronto is one of the most popular campuses in…
CCEL (Canadian College of English Language) ('26 PAL, 26+ weeks - please inquire about availability before proceeding)
Vancouver
LSI-Vancouver (2026 PAL: available when registering for 26 weeks or more)
Vancouver
LSI International Environment You will meet friends of many nationalities from all over t…
Humber Polytechnic
Toronto
VGC International College (PAL not available in 2026)
Vancouver
Core courses: Global English, IELTS Preparation, TOEFL Preparation, University Preparatio…
Selkirk College
Castlegar
Niagara College
Welland
Bayswater-Calgary (2026 PAL: available when enrolling for 26 weeks or more)
Calgary · Price guide about US$352–US$433 / week
Bayswater-Toronto (2026 PAL: available when enrolling for 36 weeks or more)
Toronto · Price guide about US$352–US$433 / week
Okanagan College-Kelowna
Kelowna
Quest Language Studies
Toronto
Conversation-focused language school with small classes · Located in downtown Toronto, wi…
UMC-Toronto
Toronto
Based on a small-enrollment policy, the school has a family-like atmosphere, and its adva…
Seneca Polytechnic
Toronto
Conditional admission is possible even without a TOEFL score. · After completing the ELI…
University of Toronto-School of Continuing Studies (ELP)
Toronto
One of the top universities in the world · Highly qualified instructors
Redeemer College
Ancaster
York University
Toronto
Red Leaf Student Programs inc.-Ontario
Thornhill
University of Victoria (Kaplan - University Pathway)
Victoria (Vancouver Island)
Canadian Language Learning College (CLLC)-Ottawa
Ottawa
Low proportion of Korean students · Well-structured classes using its own textbooks
Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo
Conditional admission
Toronto School of Management (TSoM)
Toronto
. Faculty and management with extensive experience in the relevant field . Co-Op Program…
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
Calgary
Bronte College of Canada
Mississauga
Sprachcaffe (SC GEOS)-Vancouver
Vancouver
The first school to launch the GEOS Language PLUS Internship/Study-Work program · Offers…
University of Alberta
Edmonton
Douglas College
New Westminster (Vancouver)
Cape Breton University
Sydney
Capilano University
Vancouver North (Vancouver)
Algonquin College
Ottawa
The King's University College
Edmonton
The King's University College offers an ESL program for those who have graduated from hig…
Thompson Rivers University
Kamloops
University of British Columbia (UBC)
Vancouver
ESL specialist program founded in 1969 · Located in the center of the main UBC campus
Columbia College
Vancouver
University Canada West (UCW)
Vancouver
Coquitlam College
Coquitlam (Vancouver)
Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson) (Navitas : TMU-University Pathway)
Toronto
British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)
Burnaby (Vancouver)
Durham College
North Oshawa
Vancouver Formosa Academy
Vancouver
Bond International College
Toronto
- Each intensive course is one month in length, you may come from one month to one year -…
University of Lethbridge
Lethbridge
University preparation program - Consists of 3 levels; after completing the final level,…
Queen's University
Kingston
LSI-Toronto (2026 PAL: available when enrolling for 26 weeks or more)
Toronto
LSI International Environment You will meet friends of many nationalities from around the…
Wilfrid Laurier University (Navitas : WLIC - University Pathway)
Brantford
Navitas Pathway - Wilfrid Laurier International College (WLIC) [Campus Location] . Locate…
CES-Toronto
Toronto
Located in the heart of Yorkville · IELTS test centre in Toronto
University of New Brunswick-St. John Campus
St. John
Canadian Language Learning College (CLLC)-Toronto
Toronto
Low proportion of Korean students · Well-structured classes using its own textbooks
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby (Vancouver)
- Offers the UTP II program, which is equivalent to SFU’s first year - Classes are held a…
Mohawk College
Hamilton
University of Manitoba (Navitas: ICM - University Pathway)
Winnipeg
Fanshawe College
London
10 levels in total, each level lasting 8 weeks · Academic English for university admission
Fleming College
Peterborough
School of Business, School of Health and Wellness, School of Trades and Technology, Schoo…
Dorset College
Vancouver
Guided by the philosophy of "the best education," Dorset College puts students' interests…
North Island College
Port Alberni (Vancouver Island)
Centennial College
Toronto
It is an official TOEFL and TOEIC test center.
Mount Royal University
Calgary
Conditional admission to Mount Royal College available · Institution certified by Immigra…
University of Prince Edward Island
Charlotletown
University of Victoria (UVic)
Victoria (Vancouver Island)
Conestoga College (EAP PAL cannot be issued)
Kitchener
CES-Vancouver
Vancouver
Multi-center operation in Ireland, the UK and Canada, with linked study programs possible…
Village English
Mississauga
OHC English-Toronto (Sol Schools)
Toronto
The Toronto center is located in a building designated as a Heritage building by the Prov…
Royal Canadian Institute of International Studies (RCIIS)
Toronto
1. RCIIS's own level system, different from other schools At a typical ESL school, classe…
Lester B. Pearson College
Victoria (Vancouver Island)
University of Waterloo
Waterloo
Vancouver Island University
Nanaimo (Vancouver Island)
Canadian Language Learning College (CLLC)-Halifax
Halifax
Low proportion of Korean students · Well-structured classes using its own textbooks
OIEG (Oxford International)-Halifax
Halifax
i-Study Global Academy
Vancouver
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Of the 170 language schools in Canada listed by A-Work Academy, 87 offer Academic English (University Preparation) courses (as of 2026-10-09).
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