ILI - International Language Institute Halifax, Canada
1800 Argyle Street, suite 604 - B3J 3N8 Halifax - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Onsite academic advisor that assists students all the way through their university or college application process.
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
General Language
General English Course 24
24 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!fromCA$495CA$471 / week More
General English Course 24
24 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
CA$495CA$471 / week
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FREE changes
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 15 | 30 | 40 | 50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (CA$) Our price (CA$) | 495 471 | 990 941 | 1,485 1,411 | 1,980 1,881 | 2,970 2,822 | 3,960 3,762 | 4,950 4,703 | 7,125 6,769 | 13,500 12,825 | 17,200 16,340 | 21,000 19,950 |
| Price in US$ | 337 | 674 | 1,011 | 1,348 | 2,022 | 2,696 | 3,370 | 4,851 | 9,191 | 11,710 | 14,297 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4-5 daily lessons of 60 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: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 15:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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General English Course 1515 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!fromCA$325CA$309 / week More
General English Course 15
15 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
CA$325CA$309 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (CA$) Our price (CA$) | 325 309 | 650 618 | 975 927 | 1,300 1,235 | 1,625 1,544 | 1,950 1,853 | 2,275 2,162 | 2,600 2,470 | 2,925 2,779 | 3,250 3,088 | 3,900 3,705 |
| Price in US$ | 222 | 443 | 664 | 886 | 1,107 | 1,328 | 1,549 | 1,771 | 1,992 | 2,213 | 2,656 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 60 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: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 15:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Work & Study
University Preparation24 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!fromCA$494CA$470 / week More
University Preparation
24 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Offer!from
CA$494CA$470 / week
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| Weeks | 8 | 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school (CA$) Our price (CA$) | 3,950 3,753 | 5,925 5,629 |
| Price in US$ | 2,690 | 4,034 |
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- Starting dates
- Every first Monday of month
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4-5 daily lessons of 60 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: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 15:15 - Possible course durations
- 8, 12 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
IELTS Preparation
24 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!fromCA$494CA$470 / week More
IELTS Preparation
24 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
CA$494CA$470 / week
More
FREE changes
| Weeks | 4 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (CA$) Our price (CA$) | 1,975 1,877 |
| Price in US$ | 1,345 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4-5 daily lessons of 60 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: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 15:00 - Possible course durations
- 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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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
ILI - International Language Institute
- Accreditations and Quality seals
ICEF- 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
- 40% male / 60% 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 ILI - International Language Institute.
- Year of school foundation
- 1983
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Snack vending machine
Restaurant
Computer lab
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)
Guidance for further higher education (free)
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
Wheelchair access to classroom
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Adapted for blind students
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Wheelchair access to reception
Accessible Toilet
Disabled car park
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Korea | 38% |
| China | 35% |
| Japan | 5% |
| Brazil | 4% |
| Vietnam | 3% |
| Turkey | 3% |
| Italy | 3% |
| Chile | 3% |
| France | 2% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 0% |
| 18-24 years | 25% |
| 25-34 years | 30% |
| 35-50 years | 40% |
| >50 years | 5% |
The average age outside summer is 13 years higher than in summer.
- Average number of students
- In summer: 80Throughout the year: 65
- Minimum age of students
- 16 years16 years for specific Junior courses
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 7Adult courses Throughout the year: 6Junior courses In summer: 2Junior courses Throughout the year: 1
- Average age of students
- In summer: 18 yearsThroughout the year: 31 years
Information for all courses offered by ILI - International Language Institute
- Lesson duration
- 60 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- CA$175
- Course material
- Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately CA$150 per course level.
- Comments about courses
Health Insurance: CAD 2 per day.
Placement test retake: CAD 25.
Inscription fee is non-refundable.- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 55 C$. 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 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026 - 04 Jan 2026, 16 Feb 2026, 02 Apr 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 18 May 2026, 01 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 13 Oct 2026, 11 Nov 2026, 25 Dec 2026, 28 Dec 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027 - 04 Jan 2027, 16 Feb 2027, 02 Apr 2027, 03 Apr 2027, 06 Apr 2027, 18 May 2027, 01 Jul 2027, 03 Aug 2027, 07 Sep 2027, 13 Oct 2027, 11 Nov 2027, 25 Dec 2027, 28 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 at the school on the first day of the course.
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
- Halifax Stanfield International Airport:
- CA$90 one way
CA$180 return (both ways)
Accommodation
Homestay 
In high demand!
Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner 
Shared bathroom
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CA$350/ week Show more
Homestay
In high demand!
Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Shared bathroom
from
CA$350/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CA$ | 350 | 700 | 1050 | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 2450 | 2800 | 3500 | 4200 | 350 | 195 |
| Price in US$ | 251 | 502 | 753 | 1,004 | 1,255 | 1,505 | 1,756 | 2,007 | 2,509 | 3,010 | 251 | 140 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in CA$ | |||||||||||
| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Monday to Sunday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Monday to Sunday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Monday
- Check-out
- Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 195C$.
- Price extra night
- CA$55 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
- Minimum age of students
- 19
Homestay (under 19) Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
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CA$360/ week Show more
Homestay (under 19)
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
CA$360/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CA$ | 360 | 720 | 1080 | 1440 | 1800 | 2160 | 2520 | 2880 | 3600 | 4320 | 360 | 195 |
| Price in US$ | 258 | 516 | 774 | 1,032 | 1,290 | 1,548 | 1,806 | 2,064 | 2,580 | 3,096 | 258 | 140 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CA$ | |||||||||||
| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Monday to Sunday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Monday to Sunday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Monday
- Check-out
- Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 195C$.
- Price extra night
- CA$58 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- TV, Phone, Daily cleaning, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
- Maximum age of students
- 18
FAQ about ILI - International Language Institute, Halifax
I would like to please have information about a 16-week general English course.What is the price and when do classes start?
“At the time of writing (2024), ILI Halifax offers courses for all levels every Monday of the year from CAD 190 per week if you book with LanguageCourse.net. Sometimes for absolute beginners the start date is on the first Monday of the month. We will be happy to help you check the exact date for your level. ”
Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 25, 2024
What is the most popular accommodation offered by ILI - International Language Institute?
“The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of ILI - International Language Institute”
Is airport pickup offered by ILI - International Language Institute?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (90 C$)”
What is the number of students per class at ILI - International Language Institute?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at ILI - International Language Institute varies from 10 (IELTS Preparation) to 15 students (General English Course 24)”
Which countries are students of ILI - International Language Institute from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at ILI - International Language Institute comes from Korea with a 38% representation, followed by students from China (35%) and Japan (5%).”
ILI - International Language Institute offers courses for which ages?
“ILI - International Language Institute offers courses from 16 years to 99. The average age is 18 during the summer and 31 the rest of the year.”
Terms of ILI - International Language Institute
- First day of course
- Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:00
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Tax registration ID: O19126582122
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.
- 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.
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