Cornerstone International Community College of Canada Vancouver, Canada
555 West Hastings - V6B 4N6 Vancouver - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults
- Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
- Learning progress guarantee.
- E-learning platform.
- Optional language workshops.
What we dislike about the school
- Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
Location: Cornerstone International Community College of Canada (CICCC) Vancouver is a community college that offers English as a second language tuition in the culturally rich and diverse city of Vancouver, Canada. Housed between the Downtown and Gaslight areas of the city, the school has a fantastic location to offer students many of the city's flavours and places of interest within walking distance. In addition to many bars, eateries, links to public transport, amenities and attractions, there are also several green spaces around the school ensuring that students can take a break from the downtown area if needed.
Social and cultural: The downtown location of the school ensures there is much to see and do within walking distance and the school assists greatly with up-to-date information on all of the local sites and happenings, to ensure an exciting and diverse Canadian experience for students of CICCC Vancouver.
Course selection: CICCC Vancouver provides a large variety of higher education courses. The English as a second language programmes include General English over several intensities, available to students of all levels, and IELTS Exam Preparation courses.
Getting around: The school is under a 300m walk from the Waterfront subway, train and ferry station. Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is around a 30-minute taxi or 60-minute journey from the school via public transport.
English Courses
General Language
Intensive English Morning
25 lessons per week | 25 students (max)Offer!fromCA$388CA$369 / week More
Intensive English Morning
25 lessons per week | 25 students (max)
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| Weeks | 4 | 8 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (CA$) Our price (CA$) | 1,550 1,473 | 3,100 2,945 | 4,650 4,418 |
| Price in US$ | 1,056 | 2,111 | 3,166 |
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Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5 daily lessons of 50 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: 8:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 9:30 - 14:50 - Possible course durations
- 4, 8, 12 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 25 / Average: 18
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Seasonal Package - Spring or Fall20 lessons per weekOffer!fromCA$767CA$748 / week Includes accommodationMore
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| Weeks | 2 | 12 | 24 |
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| Price at school (CA$) Our price (CA$) | 2,100 2,048 | 9,200 8,970 | 18,000 17,550 |
| Price in US$ | 1,468 | 6,428 | 12,577 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 01 Mar 2026, 22 Sep 2026
Prices
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
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Seasonal Package - Summer20 lessons per weekOffer!fromCA$767CA$748 / week Includes accommodationMore
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| Weeks | 2 | 12 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (CA$) Our price (CA$) | 2,400 2,340 | 9,200 8,970 | 18,000 17,550 |
| Price in US$ | 1,677 | 6,428 | 12,577 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 01 Jun 2026
Accommodation can also be booked in a residence, shared or private room for an extra.
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Seasonal Package - Winter20 lessons per weekOffer!fromCA$767CA$748 / week Includes accommodationMore
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| Weeks | 2 | 12 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (CA$) Our price (CA$) | 2,300 2,243 | 9,200 8,970 | 18,000 17,550 |
| Price in US$ | 1,607 | 6,428 | 12,577 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 20 Dec 2026
Accommodation can also be booked in a residence, shared or private room for an extra.
Prices
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
CELPIP Preparation 
25 lessons per week | 25 students (max)Offer!fromCA$438CA$417 / week More
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| Weeks | 4 | 8 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (CA$) Our price (CA$) | 1,750 1,663 | 3,500 3,325 | 5,250 4,988 |
| Price in US$ | 1,192 | 2,383 | 3,575 |
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Our prices for Cornerstone International Community College of Canada include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- 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
- INCLUDED For adult courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
- INCLUDED Learning progress guarantee
- INCLUDED Elearning platform
- INCLUDED Free assistance for finding jobs
- INCLUDED Optional language workshops
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Cornerstone International Community College of Canada
- Accreditations and Quality seals
Designated BC Private Institutions Branch, BC Education Quality Assurance, Edu Canada- English teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 45% male / 55% female
- Offer for returning students
- When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at Cornerstone International Community College of Canada.
- Year of school foundation
- 1980
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Kitchen for student use
Computer lab
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Self-study areas
Business centre
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Paid parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in most classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 40
- Number of public PC workstations: 20
Facilities for disabled students
Disabled car park
Wheelchair access to reception
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to classroom
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Japan | 30% |
| Brazil | 17% |
| Spain | 14% |
| Korea | 13% |
| Chile | 13% |
| Germany | 3% |
| Italy | 2% |
| China | 2% |
| Venezuela | 2% |
| Turkey | 2% |
| France | 2% |
| England | 2% |
| Iran | 1% |
| Switzerland | 1% |
| Saudi Arabia | 1% |
| USA | 1% |
| Thailand | 1% |
| Vietnam | 1% |
| Sweden | 1% |
| Netherlands | 1% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 0.99009900990099% |
| 18-24 years | 54.455445544554% |
| 25-34 years | 19.80198019802% |
| 35-50 years | 19.80198019802% |
| >50 years | 4.950495049505% |
The average age outside summer is 2 years higher than in summer.
- Average number of students
- Adult courses - In summer: 3500Adult courses - Throughout the year: 2700Junior courses - In summer: 20Junior courses - Throughout the year: 20
- Minimum age of students
- 18 years13 years for specific Junior courses
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 8Adult courses Throughout the year: 6Junior courses In summer: 6Junior courses Throughout the year: 6
- Average age of students
- In summer: 23 yearsThroughout the year: 25 years
Information for all courses offered by Cornerstone International Community College of Canada
- Lesson duration
- 50 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- CA$180
- Course material
- Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. Course material costs are approximately CA$50 per month.
- Comments about courses
- Classrooms are equipped with special devices to provide the best learning experience possible
- High quality courses that provide the fastest way to improve English and adapt to local life
- Courses are delivered by teachers who have years of teaching experience globally
- Students will have the option to join in-class sessions while having the chance to get in-class experience from the comfort of distance learning.
- Classrooms are equipped with special devices to provide the best learning experience possible
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 20 Feb 2026, 27 Mar 2026, 28 Mar 2026, 29 Mar 2026, 30 Mar 2026, 31 Mar 2026, 07 Apr 2026, 10 Apr 2026, 22 May 2026, 26 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2026, 03 Jul 2026, 07 Aug 2026, 04 Sep 2026, 09 Oct 2026, 13 Nov 2026, 18 Dec 2026, 19 Dec 2026, 20 Dec 2026 - 29 Dec 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027, 20 Feb 2027, 27 Mar 2027, 28 Mar 2027, 29 Mar 2027, 30 Mar 2027, 31 Mar 2027, 07 Apr 2027, 10 Apr 2027, 22 May 2027, 26 Jun 2027 - 30 Jun 2027, 03 Jul 2027, 07 Aug 2027, 04 Sep 2027, 09 Oct 2027, 13 Nov 2027, 18 Dec 2027, 19 Dec 2027, 20 Dec 2027 - 29 Dec 2027.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 before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per English language level
The 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
- Vancouver International Airport:
- CA$150 one way
CA$300 return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Metro Vancouver tour, shopping tour, hiking, birthday parties and 87 more activities available for Cornerstone College students.
Adults - Paid activities
- Canucks hockey game (average $20), karaoke ($3 starting), soccer game (average $20) and 120 more activities available.
FAQ about Cornerstone International Community College of Canada, Vancouver
What is the best price for a course at Cornerstone International Community College of Canada, Vancouver?
“English courses at Cornerstone International Community College of Canada start at 369 C$ for a Intensive English Morning course with 25 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
Is airport pickup offered by Cornerstone International Community College of Canada?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Vancouver International Airport (150 C$)”
Which countries are students of Cornerstone International Community College of Canada from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Cornerstone International Community College of Canada comes from Japan with a 30% representation, followed by students from Brazil (17%) and Spain (14%).”
Cornerstone International Community College of Canada offers courses for which ages?
“Cornerstone International Community College of Canada offers courses from 18 years to 99. The average age is 23 during the summer and 25 the rest of the year.”
Terms of Cornerstone International Community College of Canada
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 8:30
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Tax registration ID: 128367331
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa for travelling to Canada and attending a language course.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- School fee for issuing the visa documents:
- 350 C$
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- Yes
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 100 C$
- Free shipment via regular mail
- Yes
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