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ILI - International Language InstituteHalifax, Canada

1800 Argyle Street, 8th floor - B3J 3N8 Halifax - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • Onsite academic advisor that assists students all the way through their university or college application process.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 0%
18-24 years 35%
25-34 years 25%
35-50 years 35%
>50 years 5%
The average age outside summer is 7 years higher than in summer.

ILI Halifax is a designated learning institute (DLI) under the Immigration, Refugees and Citizens Canada (IRCC) regulations, ensuring that they can issue Letters of Acceptance (LoA) for international students who wish to study long-term courses.

Location: ILI - International Language Institute Halifax is an English language institute located in the Canadian city of Halifax. the school is in Downtown Halifax, surrounded by eateries, shops, parks, many amenities and links to public transport. Within walking distance of the school, students have places of interest such as the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, Scotia Square Shopping Mall, the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site and the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.

School facilities: ILI - International Language Institute Halifax facilities include a restaurant, an auditorium, fridge and microwave use for students, free WiFi and a Student support desk for any questions or queries that arise. All classrooms are equipped with heating and air-conditioning, with most having ample natural light for an optimal learning environment.

Course selection: The school provides General English courses over various schedules and intensities and IELTS and University preparation programmes. The General English courses are available to students aged 16+, whereas the IELTS and University Preparation require a minimum age of 18.

Accommodation: ILI Halifax can provide accommodation with local homestay families throughout the year and has connections to local hostels and unfurnished or furnished apartments for long-term students. During the summer months, student residence facilities can also be arranged, with several University residences within walking distance of the school.

English Courses

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Typical content of a language course
General Language
General English Course 24Popular English course
24 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
495C$471C$
Course Details
General English - Part-time
9 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
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200C$190C$
Course Details
General English Course 15
15 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
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310C$295C$
Course Details
Work & Study
University Preparation
24 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
495C$471C$
Course Details
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
IELTS PreparationRecommended English course
24 lessons per week
|
10 students (max)
Offer!from
494C$470C$
Course Details

Our prices for ILI - International Language Institute include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival

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ILI - International Language Institute

Accreditations and Quality seals
Languages CanadaPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalICEF
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)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:00
Student gender mix
45% male / 55% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at ILI - International Language Institute and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Bank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
1983
Legal name/parent company
Tax registration ID: O19126582122

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Restaurant

  • Snack vending machine

  • Auditorium

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 7
    • Number of public PC workstations: 15

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Disabled car park

    • Adapted for blind students

    • Wheelchair access to cafeteria

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 80
Throughout the year: 65
Minimum age of students
16 years
16 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 7
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Junior courses In summer: 2
Junior courses Throughout the year: 1
Average age of students
In summer: 18 years
Throughout the year: 25 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
China 38%
Korea 38%
Japan 5%
Brazil 4%
Turkey 3%
Italy 3%
Chile 3%
Vietnam 2%
France 2%

Information for all courses offered by ILI - International Language Institute

Lesson duration
60 minutes
School's administrative fee
175.00 C$
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 150 C$ per course level.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 55 C$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 20 May 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 30 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 19 Feb 2025, 29 Mar 2025, 20 May 2025, 01 Jul 2025, 05 Aug 2025, 02 Sep 2025, 30 Sep 2025, 14 Oct 2025, 11 Nov 2025, 25 Dec 2025 - 26 Dec 2025.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per English language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

Halifax Stanfield International Airport:
90 C$ one way
180 C$ return (both ways)
More details about airports near Halifax and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Halifax page. For flight comparisons to Halifax, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

Visa Documents

You can travel and study a language course for a limited number of hours a week just applying for the visa waiver programme online.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.

Accommodation

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Homestay
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
from
235 C$
Homestay (under 19)
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
from
260 C$

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FAQ about ILI - International Language Institute, Halifax

  • “At the time of writing (2024), ILI Halifax offers courses for all levels every Monday of the year from CAD 190 per week if you book with LanguageCourse.net. Sometimes for absolute beginners the start date is on the first Monday of the month. We will be happy to help you check the exact date for your level. ”
    Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 25, 2024
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (90 C$)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at ILI - International Language Institute varies from 10 students (IELTS Preparation) to 15 students (General English Course 24)
  • 100% of teachers at ILI - International Language Institute hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at ILI - International Language Institute comes from China with a 38% representation, followed by students from Korea (38%) and Japan (5%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • ILI - International Language Institute offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 18 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.

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