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Study English in Vancouver & Toronto

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PLI STUDENT WEBSITE PERSONALIZED SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTRE

You can communicate your questions or concerns in a friendly and helpful environment.

You have your very own PLI student website www.mypli.ca

We provide you with an activity calendar that allows you to personalize your activity schedule. Choose an activity and ll up each monthly calendar!
CORE SKILLS

ONLINE LEARNING

KAPLAN LIVE ONLINE

You can start studying before you even arrive!

Begin your face-to-face study before leaving your country by enrolling in Kaplans Live Online courses.

In your core skills class you will have the opportunity to work in teams to use English in real-life situations.

CAMBRIDGE LEVEL TESTING

INDIVIDUAL STUDENT REPORT (ISR)

FREE CAMBRIDGE EXAM

Your level tests are Cambridge aligned, so you will always know just how good you are.

You will receive regular progress reports straight into your inbox.

You will receive a complimentary ofcial Cambridge test, if you book any Super-Intensive course for more than 20 weeks.

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How can PLI help you?

WHY DO YOU WANT TO STUDY? To enter university? To enter college? To make friends? To gain work experience? To have fun? To pass the FCE? To take the TOEFL? WHICH LEVEL ARE YOU? Elementary Lower Intermediate Intermediate Higher Intermediate Advanced Prociency

PLI LEVELS C2 - Prociency Common European Framework C2 TOEFL iBT 100+, IELTS 7.5+ C1 - Advanced Common European Framework C1 TOEFL iBT 71-99, IELTS 6.5-7.0 B2 - Higher Intermediate Common European Framework B2 TOEFL iBT 47-70, IELTS 5.0-6.0 B1 - Intermediate Common European Framework B1 TOEFL iBT 29-46, IELTS 3.5-4.5 A2 - Lower Intermediate Common European Framework A2 TOEFL iBT 13-28, IELTS 3.0 - 3.5 A1 - Elementary Common European Framework A1 TOEFL iBT 0-12
Certicate of Prociency in English

Certicate in Advanced English

First Certicate in English

Preliminary English Test

Key English Test

Please note that 10 weeks per level is just a guide to progress rates. We cannot guarantee an exact period of study over which specic language goals can be achieved.

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PLI General English Class Chart

A1 Core Skills Core Skills A2 Core Skills - KET Grammar Focus A2 Speaking & Pronunciation A2 Specic Skills Classes Listening A2 Writing A2 Reading A2 B1 Core Skills - PET Grammar Focus B1 Speaking & Pronunciation B1 Listening B1 Writing B1 Reading B1 B2 Core Skills - FCE Grammar Focus B2 Speaking & Pronunciation B2 Listening B2 Writing B2 Reading B2 C1 Core Skills - CAE Grammar Focus C1 Speaking & Pronunciation C1 Listening C1 Writing C1 Reading C1 C2 Core Skills - CPE Grammar Focus C2 Speaking & Pronunciation C2 Listening C2 Writing C2 Reading C2

Specialized Module Chart

A1 Business Course IAE TAE Cambridge Internship KET PET IELTS A2 A2 B1 Business Introduction B1 B2 Business Communication B2 C1 Business Concepts C1 C2 Business Concepts C2

IELTS & Academic English B1 - B2

IELTS & Academic English C1 - C2

TOEFL & Academic English FCE Work Place Preparation Academic English Academic Support Language Support CAE CPE

UFC IELTS Test Preparation IELTS Writing & Reading Study Skills

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Super Intensive English

COURSE STRUCTURE Each day (Monday - Friday) you receive: 4 Core Skills lessons 4 Specic Skills lessons Task Team Time Course length: Minimum 2 weeks Lessons per week: 40 lessons Lesson length: 45 minutes Class size: Average 13, maximum 15 Entry level: All levels Minimum age: 18 Start dates: Every 2 weeks

Intensive English
COURSE STRUCTURE Each day (Monday - Friday) you receive: 2 Core Skills lessons 4 Specic Skills lessons Task Team Time Course length: Minimum 2 weeks Lessons per week: 30 lessons Lesson length: 45 minutes Class size: Average 13, maximum 15 Entry level: All levels Minimum age: 18 Start dates: Every 2 weeks

Standard English
COURSE STRUCTURE Each day (Monday - Friday) you receive: 2 Core Skills lessons 2 Specic Skills lessons Task Team Time Course length: Minimum 2 weeks Lessons per week: 20 lessons Lesson length: 45 minutes Class size: Average 13, maximum 15 Entry level: All levels Minimum age: 18 Start dates: Every 2 weeks

Super Intensive English Schedule

Program 8:30 10:00 10:00 - 10:20 10:20 11:50 11:50 - 12:30 12:30 2:00 2:00 - 2:20 2:20 3:50 3:50 - 4:10 4:10 5:40 Break Break Lunch Break

Intensive English Schedule

Program 1 8:30 10:00 10:00 - 10:20 10:20 11:50 11:50 - 12:30 12:30 2:00 2:00 - 2:20 2:20 3:50 3:50 - 4:10 4:10 5:40 Break Break Lunch Break Program 2

Standard English Schedule

Program 1 8:30 10:00 10:00 - 10:20 10:20 11:50 11:50 - 12:30 12:30 2:00 2:00 - 2:20 2:20 3:50 3:50 - 4:10 4:10 5:40 Break Lunch Break Program 2

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I have improved my English every day and met a lot of people from different countries and cultures. Spending almost 7 hours with people who want to teach and learn is wonderful! Cesar Daniel Lache Vera, Colombia Academic Semester Program

I strongly recommend to students coming to Canada for university to use your time efciently in order to improve your skills and make new friends. The Academic Year program is a perfect way to prepare for language tests and it helped me prepare for my university career. Emiliya Mamleeva, Russia Academic Year Program

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Academic Year
Academic Year is the ultimate customizable program. Your AYS tutor will customize your program to match your goals. TAE, Cambridge or Internship Programs are all viable options to incorporate into your study plan Customizable for every student Assigned Tutor to help guide your program Cohort System to promote friendship and team learning Scheduled vacations

COURSE STRUCTURE Each day (Monday - Friday) you receive: 2 Core Skills lessons 4 Specic Skills lessons Task Team Time Course length: 9 months Lessons per week: 30 lessons Lesson length: 45 minutes Class size: Average 13, maximum 15 Entry level: All levels Minimum age: 18 Start dates: please see table
Super-Intensive Academic Year also available

Customizable for every student Assigned Tutor to help guide your program Cohort System to promote friendship and team learning Scheduled vacations COURSE STRUCTURE Each day (Monday - Friday) you receive: 2 Core Skills lessons 4 Specic Skills lessons Task Team Time Course length: 5 months Lessons per week: 30 lessons Lesson length: 45 minutes Class size: Average 13, maximum 15 Entry level: All levels Minimum age: 18 Start dates: please see table
Super-Intensive Academic Semester also available

Academic Semester
The Academic Semester Course has the same benets as an Academic Year course, but it is shorter. It can t nicely into your academic calendar in your home country. You also have the option of taking the TAE, Cambridge or Internship Programs as part of the Academic Semester.

ACADEMIC YEAR START DATES

Term 1 2011 Jan 4 - Mar 11 Apr 11 - Jun 10 Jun 20 - Sep 2 2012 Sep 26 - Dec 16 Jan 3 - Mar 9 Apr 9 - Jun 8 weeks 10 HOLIDAY 9 11 12 10 9 Term 2 Mar 21 - Jun 10 Jun 20 - Sep 2 Sep 12 - Dec 16 Jan 3 - Mar 9 Mar 19 - Jun 8 Jun 18 - Aug 31 weeks 12 HOLIDAY 11 14 10 12 11 Term 3 Jun 20 - Aug 26 Sep 12 - Dec 2 Jan 3 - Feb 17 Mar 19 - May 25 Jun 18 - Aug 24 Sep 10 - Nov 30 weeks 10 12 7 10 10 12 Total weeks 34 34 35 35 34 34 Tuition weeks 32 32 32 32 32 32

ACADEMIC SEMESTER START DATES

Term 1 Jan 4 - Mar 11 Mar 21 - Jun 10 2011 Apr 11 - Jun 10 Jun 20 - Sep 2 Sep 26 - Dec 16 Oct 17 - Dec 16 weeks 10 HOLIDAY 12 9 11 12 9 Term 2 Mar 21 - May 27 Jun 20 - Aug 12 Jun 20 - Sep 2 Sep 12 - Nov 11 Jan 3 - Feb 24 (2012) Jan 3 - Mar 16 (2012) weeks 10 8 11 9 8 11 Total weeks 21 21 21 21 23 23 Tuition weeks 20 20 20 20 20 20

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My English has improved a lot! I started at PLI at the Intermediate level, and I am nishing at the Advanced level! PLI Teachers are more than just teachers. They are mentors and in some cases they become good friends. Pablo Vinicius Fermin Farina, Brazil Diploma in Business Communication

I felt really lucky that I found an internship program in Vancouver through PLI. It was one the most thrilling experiences in my life. I want to work for an international NGO, so thats why I wanted to study English in Canada. When I return home, I will nd a job where I can use English a lot to keep up my skill. I think this program will give me more opportunities for my career as well as my life. Lee Ji Hyun, Korea Career English Internship

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Diploma in Business Communication

PREPARE FOR SUCCESS IN BUSINESS Learn the essential English skills for communicating effectively in a range of business situations. Our instructors are highly experienced with strong academic and business backgrounds. To make the most of your time in Canada, why not combine this program with private classes or a professional internship? COURSE STRUCTURE Each day (Monday - Friday) you receive: 4 Business Skills Lessons Course length: 8 weeks Lessons per week: 20 lessons Lesson length: 45 minutes Class size: Average 13, maximum 15 Entry level: B2 - Higher Intermediate, or equivalent Minimum age: 18 Start dates: Every two weeks
Pre-test required for this program

Career English Internship

STAY ONE STEP AHEAD IN THE INTERNATIONAL CAREER MARKET BY COMBINING A PLI LANGUAGE PROGRAM WITH AN INTERNSHIP PLACEMENT: Gain international work experience Learn technical vocabulary Develop industry contacts and networks Learn about North American business culture Receive a letter of recommendation from your host company Your internship can be as long as your study period, so why not double up your learning? OUR STUDENTS HAVE COMPLETED INTERNSHIPS IN: Marketing Sales Finance Business Administration Information Technology Graphic Design Human Resources Engineering Architecture Non-Governmental Oganizations

COURSE STRUCTURE Intensive English program followed by work placement Course length: Minimum 8 weeks Lessons per week: 30 or 40 lessons Lesson length: 45 minutes Class size: Average 13 , maximum 15 Entry level: B2 - Higher Intermediate, or equivalent Minimum age: 18 Start dates: Every two weeks
Pre-test and telephone interview required for this program

BUSINESS DIPLOMA CLASSES Each pair of classes changes every 2 weeks. Marketing & Brand Management Globalization & International Trade Sales, Advertising & Negotiations Current & Future Business Topics Basics of Business Organization Finance, Money & Banking Human Resources & Careers Information Technology & Investing

Career English Internship Premium*

BENEFITS OF CAREER ENGLISH INTERNSHIP PREMIUM: Learn business English in the workplace Learn North American Business English Participate in a paid placement COURSE STRUCTURE Intensive English program followed by work placement Course length: 48 weeks (24 weeks study + 24 weeks internship) Lessons per week: 30 or 40 lessons Lesson length: 45 minutes Class size: Average 13, maximum 15 Entry level: B2 - Higher Intermediate, or equivalent Minimum age: 18 Start dates: Every two weeks
Pre-test and telephone interview required for this program *This program is available in Vancouver only.

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I decided to study English because its a really important language. Nowadays to get a job or do business or travel, you should speak English. It will help me to nd a job more easily and also, with the Internship Program, I think my work experience will be really useful in my life. Mishel Miranda Avalos, Mexico English for Customer Service & Tourism

I would recommend the work program to other students who are looking to improve their English. When you work, you are able to apply what you already learned in class. It is exciting to work in another country with other people who speak English. You will be able to speak and listen to English daily and learn new expressions. Laura Kervarec, France OPUS 6

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English for Customer Service & Retail

These programs provide a unique combination of English studies and a paid placement in the Customer Service & Retail industries in Vancouver or Toronto. COURSE STRUCTURE Intensive English program followed by work placement Lessons per week: 30 lessons + 7.5 hours of Task Team Time Lesson length: 45 minutes Class size: Average 13, maximum 15 Age: 18-30 Course length: 24, 32, 40 or 48 weeks Entry level: B2 - Higher Intermediate Toronto start dates : 32 weeks: Jan 4, 17, 31 and Dec 5, 19 40 weeks: Nov 7, 21 and Dec 5, 19 48 weeks Oct 11, 24 and Nov 7, 21 Vancouver start dates: 24 weeks: Mar 14, Aug 2 32, 40, 48 weeks: Any start date (Dependent on English level)

OPUS 6 & 9
Combine an English language program with a paid work placement for an affordable and effective learning experience and all in the same day! With the Opus program, your integrated studies and work placement will allow you to practice what you learn in the classroom in a real-life situation. COURSE STRUCTURE English studies combined with a work placement in the Retail/Customer Service Industries. Students will study in the morning and work in the evenings and on weekends. Course length: Opus 6: 26-27 weeks (24 weeks of lessons + 2-3 weeks vacation) Opus 9: 35-37 weeks (32 weeks of lessons + 3-5 weeks vacation) Lessons per week while studying: 20 lessons Lesson length: 45 minutes Class size: Average 13, maximum 15 Entry level: B2 - Higher Intermediate, or equivalent Age: 18-30 Start dates: Jan 4* , Mar 21, Apr 11, Jun 20, Sep 26* Oct 17*
*Vancouver Start date only Telephone interview required for these programs.

English for Customer Service & Tourism

Make the most of your Canadian adventure! Study English in Vancouver or Toronto and then practice it within the tourism industry in a resort away from the city. COURSE STRUCTURE Intensive English program followed by work placement Lessons per week: 30 lessons + 7.5 hours of Task Team Time Lesson length: 45 minutes Class size: Average 13, maximum 15 Age: 18-30 Course length: 32, 40 or 48 weeks Entry level: B1 - Intermediate Start dates: 32 weeks: Jan 4, 17, 31; Feb 14, 28; Mar 14, 28; Aug 2, 15, 29; Sep 1, 26 40, 48 weeks: Any start date (Dependent on English level)
Telephone interview required for these programs.

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Aside from the great location, the thing I enjoyed most about studying at PLI were the great teachers and their different teaching methods. My classes were always different and were never routine, never boring. The unique teaching methods and support from my teachers always made my classes interesting and helped me improve my English. Hussam Garout, Saudi Arabia TOEFL iBT and Academic English

The Cambridge Preparation program had everything to help me achieve my goals: the best teachers who specialize in the Cambridge exam, great classmates from all over the world, and lots of materials to help prepare for the exam. Kisung Park, Korea Cambridge Exam Preparation

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TOEFL iBT and Academic English

The internationally renowned Kaplan TOEFL iBT course is designed to help you achieve your best possible score and is based on the excellent teaching materials and curriculum developed by Kaplan, the established world leader in test preparation. PLI Vancouver and Toronto are both ofcial TOEFL test centres. COURSE STRUCTURE Each day (Monday - Friday) you receive: 4 TOEFL iBT preparation lessons 3 sessions of structured study Course length: 4-16 weeks Lessons per week: 20 lessons + 12 hours of structured TOEFL study Lesson length: 45 minutes Class size: Average 13, maximum 15 Entry level: B2 - Higher Intermediate, or equivalent Minimum age: 18 Start dates: Every two weeks
Pre-test required for this program

Cambridge Exam Preparation

PLIs dedicated Cambridge preparation programs have been delivering success to students for over 20 years. PLI is one of the few schools anywhere offering a separate CPE program, and both schools are ofcial Cambridge test centres. COURSE STRUCTURE Each day (Monday - Friday) you receive: 4 Cambridge preparation lessons 3 sessions of structured Cambridge Study Course length: 12 weeks Lessons per week: 20 lessons + 12 hours of structured Cambridge Study Lesson length: 45 minutes Class size: Average 13, maximum 15 Entry level: B2 - Higher Intermediate, or equivalent Minimum age: 18 Start dates: FCE (VAN / TOR): Jan 17, Apr 25, Sep 12 CAE (VAN): Jan 17, Apr 25, Sep 12 CPE (VAN): Sep 12 Exam Dates: FCE: Apr 14 (CB), July 16 (CB), Dec 2 (CB) CAE: Apr 15 (CB), July 15 (CB), Dec 10 (CB) CPE: Dec 8 (PB)
Pre-test required for this program Exam fees are not included in the course price but will be invoiced at the time of registration. Pre-arrival Cambridge assessment included

IELTS and Academic English

This is a course for students looking to take the IELTS exam and pursue postsecondary studies in English. The course prepares students for success in the IELTS Academic Module, which is a requirement for entrance to further studies all around the world. The course combines four lessons that run concurrently and 12 hours of monitored online IELTS study. COURSE STRUCTURE Each day (Monday - Friday) you receive: IELTS All Skills: 10 lessons IELTS Reading & Writing: 10 lessons IELTS Online Study: 12 hours of structured IELTS study Course length: 4-16 weeks Lessons per week: 30 lessons Lesson length: 45 minutes Class size: Average 13, maximum 15 Entry level: B1 - Intermediate Plus, or equivalent Minimum age: 18 Start dates: Every two weeks
Pre-test required for this program Pre-arrival IELTS assessment included

TOEFL IBT AND ACADEMIC ENGLISH CLASSES These classes focus on preparing you for all four sections of the TOEFL iBT and cover the academic English skills necessary for success at university. STRUCTURED STUDY Your structured study sessions include up to 8 full-length simulated tests. You will also receive additional study and library materials which include books, audio materials and a customized study plan.
Pre-arrival TOEFL assessment included

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The University Foundation Certicate prepared me for university by improving my academic skills. The classes felt like university classes. I had to take notes on real lectures, write long assignments and read non-ESL materials. Abdullah Alshenaibir, Saudi Arabia University Foundation Certicate

The University Placement Service helped me a lot. I received good advice about the best classes for me, and I had help with my application. I also had extra help, for example, Barbara, my counsellor, went with me to visit my college. Thanks to PLI, I will be studying the Fashion Arts Diploma at Humber College. Amarsana Gendonova, Russia University Placement Service

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University Foundation Certicate

PLIs University Foundation Certicate (UFC) is designed to help you achieve success in your university or college studies. It prepares you to excel in your further studies through targeted modules specically designed to help international students succeed in Canadian lecture halls. AFTER COMPLETING THE UFC COURSE YOU WILL BE READY TO: Write an extended academic essay Score highly on an ofcial IELTS test Fully participate in lectures and debates Demonstrate academic English skills including essay documentation, critical thinking and summarizing Listen to and comprehend material at a university level

COURSE STRUCTURE Each day (Monday - Friday) you receive: 6 lessons per day Course length: 16 weeks Lessons per week: 30 lessons Lesson length: 45 minutes Class size: Average 13, maximum 15 Entry level: B2 - Higher Intermediate, or equivalent Minimum age: 18 Start dates: please see table TERM 1 Language Support Academic English Academic Support TERM 2 IELTS Test Preparation IELTS Writing & Reading Skills Study Skills UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION CERTIFICATE START DATES
Term 1 Jan 17 2011 Mar 14 Aug 29 Oct 24 Term 2 Mar 14 May 9 Oct 24 Jan 3 (2012)

University Placement Service

PLIs University Placement Service facilitates your successful entrance to a Canadian university or college. The service begins before you arrive when you receive a copy of your PLI Study Plan. It will outline your study schedule and prepare you to manage your time appropriately to meet your goals. Each campus has a full-time University Placement Counselor whose sole job is to track your progress and ensure you are following your study plan. This excellent service is free for all students taking the University Foundation Certicate, TAE course, Academic Semester or Academic Year programs.

YOU WILL RECEIVE: PLI study plan One to one counselling during your study Full support after arrival Opportunities to meet with representatives from local universities and colleges Guaranteed admission to a suitable program provided you reach entrance requirements OPTIONS: Basic University Placement Service One application to a Partner Institution Personalised help choosing a Partner Institution to meet your study goals Assistance with the application and acceptance process Conditional Letter of Acceptance available for select programs before leaving your home country Guaranteed admission to a Partner Institution - subject to meeting entry requirements

OR UPGRADE TO: Premium University Placement Service One application to any institution in Canada and one application to a Partner Institution One-to-one counselling to determine your academic goals Personalised help choosing a Partner Institution to meet your study goals Assistance with the application and acceptance process Conditional Letter of Acceptance available for select programs before leaving your home country Guaranteed admission to a Partner Institution - subject to meeting entry requirements

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Vancouver
STUDY ENGLISH... NATURALLY Set on the Pacic Coast of Canada and surrounded by mountains and forests, Vancouver is world famous for its stunning beauty and outdoor activities. Vancouver is the perfect choice if you enjoy outdoor activities throughout the year, such as hiking camping biking snowboarding skiing Our Vancouver campus is located in the heart of the city, near great restaurants, art galleries, and shopping on famous Robson Street.

Vancouver is an amazing cityit has a small town atmosphere with big city excitement! The city is surrounded by mountains, ocean, and forest. I love spending a morning cycling the seawall and relaxing at the beach, then an afternoon hiking a mountain to take in the stunning views. My perfect day ends with dinner in one of Vancouvers many unique restaurants. Vancouver truly has something for everyone! Carla, PLI Vancouver

STANLEY PARK

BURRARD INLET

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GASTOWN CHINATOWN

VANCOUVER ART GALLERY

Banff

B.C. PLACE YALETOWN FALSE CREEK

Tofino Nanaimo

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Victoria

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Toronto
STUDY ENGLISH THE COSMOPOLITAN WAY Toronto is a perfect choice if you like the thrill of a big city. Toronto is well known for its vibrant nightlife music & festivals professional sports great shopping world-renowned restaurants Grab some new international friends for weekend trips to Montreal, Ottawa, Boston, New York, or Niagara Falls. Whatever your needs, our campus, conveniently located in the downtown centre, offers you a great environment for learning, studying and enjoying all that Toronto has to offer.

Toronto is a great city to live in. It has a great multicultural atmosphere, lots of activities all year long, and a beautiful and fun waterfront, which is very busy in the summer. There is also gorgeous scenery outside of Toronto. It is especially beautiful in the fall, when all the colours on the trees start to change. I really enjoy the metropolitan environment, but I also love to get out of the city and enjoy a little bit of nature, and I can do all of that living here. Suzanne, PLI Toronto

CANADA
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LAKE MICHIGAN

Toronto

LAKE ONTARIO

Niagara Falls
LAKE ERIE

Chicago

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO CHINATOWN EXHIBITION PARK ONTARIO PLACE LAKE ONTARIO

QUEENS PARK

CITY HALL CENTRAL STATION

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ISLAND AIRPORT

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Accommodation
HOMESTAY Your new home away from home will be a very important part of your study experience! Enjoying life outside of your classroom studies will help strengthen everything you learn in the classroom. Our accommodation choices are designed to give you the maximum opportunity to interact with your host family and fellow students and to experience true Canadian living while studying in Canada. OPTIONS Homestay twin Homestay single APARTMENTS AND RESIDENCES For students who want a more independent lifestyle, we have a variety of residences and apartments available on request in both Toronto and Vancouver. Please contact us for details and prices.

In the past 15 years, we have hosted more than 150 students. We have maintained contact with many of them, visited them, and a number of students have returned to visit us. The students that come to stay with us become a part of our family while they are here, and join in all our family gatherings. We have been invited to weddings, of which we attended one in Italy! Tina & Douglas Homestay Family

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PLI enrolment form

PLI representative information Partner name/Contact person E-mail Student information Family name Date of birth (d/m/y) Nationality Full address Postal code Telephone (home/cell) Language level School and course information 1) School: Start date 2) School: Start date Vancouver Toronto Vancouver Toronto Course name Number of weeks Course name Number of weeks Yes No Country E-mail Type of visa (if applicable) First name(s) Country of birth Mother tongue City Male Female Telephone City Fax Country

Would you like to take a Kaplan Live Online Passport Course before you travel? Accommodation Check-in date (d/m/y) Check-out date (d/m/y)

Do you have any special requests (eg. medical requirements, allergies, special diet, no cats/dogs)? If yes, please specify: 1st Choice (please give your preferred choice of accommodation here) Accommodation type Homestay (single room, breakfast and dinner) Private Bathroom

Yes

No Do you smoke? Yes No

Homestay (twin room, breakfast and dinner) Bagged lunch High speed internet connection

Apartment

Residence

Homestay supplements (if available):

2nd Choice (in case your first choice is not available) Accommodation type Homestay (single room, breakfast and dinner) Private Bathroom Homestay (twin room, breakfast and dinner) Bagged lunch High speed internet connection Apartment Residence

Homestay supplements (if available): Additional services Would you like PLI Travel and Medical Insurance? Would you like an airport transfer on arrival?
I would also like to book the following services

Yes Yes

No (If no, you must organize your own medical insurance) No On departure? Yes No (Please send flight details to your PLI representative)

Internship Placement

University Placement Service

Payment At this time, I wish to pay: the enrolment fee the full fees I am sponsored by:

I wish to pay by credit card (please contact PLI to arrange payment or visit www.kaplanInternational.com to pay online) I enclose a cheque for the amount of I would like to arrange a bank transfer. Please send me transfer details. Declaration I confirm that I have read and accepted PLIs General Terms and Conditions detailed on page 23 and the PLI privacy policy found at www.pli.ca I authorize any licensed hospital or physician to initiate medical treatment for myself in case of medical emergency or for my child if he/she is under 18 years of age. payable to Pacific Language Institute

Signature

Date

Signature of parent/guardian (required if student is under 18 years old) Please return the completed form to the PLI booking office or to your local representative.

Date

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Terms & Conditions

APPLICATION PROCESS 1. Application: Please send the signed enrolment form on page 22 to your PLI representative with the enrolment fee and, if applicable, the courier fee. The enrolment fee is CAD110. Students over 18 must sign to say that they have read and agree with these terms and conditions. The parents of students under 18 must read and sign on their behalf. Your privacy is important to us. Please note that by submitting your personal data to us, you are accepting the terms described in our privacy policy, which can be found at: www.pli.ca. Please note that additional Terms and Conditions apply to our Live Online courses and these can be found at www. kaplaninternational.com/liveonline 2. Payment deadline: All course costs must be paid in full no later than 30 days before the course starts. If a booking is made less than 30 days before the course starts, the fees are immediately payable. If payment in full has not been received, you will not be allowed to start your course. 3. Visa information: It is the responsibility of the student to arrange all applicable travel permits or visas and to have a valid passport. We will provide you with a letter of acceptance to assist you with your visa application. 4. Courier fees: If you enrol more than 30 days before the course start date, documentation will be sent by normal postal service, unless you request and pay for the courier service. A courier service is available for CAD75 for bookings made less than 30 days in advance. In Canada, you will be charged for a courier service if you are a minor, as the school will be required to courier Custodianship documents to you. 5. Medical Insurance: Medical insurance is compulsory at all PLI schools for the duration of your stay regardless of your course length. PLI offers a Medical Insurance plan that we advise you to take. Details of what this covers are available from your PLI representative. If you are not taking our insurance, you are required to show proof of alternative medical insurance at the school when you arrive. You will not be allowed to commence a course until you have obtained satisfactory medical insurance. 6. Health declaration: Students must report on their application any mental or physical illness, allergy, disability or condition that may interfere with their ability to successfully complete their program, that may impact the health and well-being of any other student or staff member, that may require monitoring, treatment or emergency intervention of any kind during the students anticipated period of enrolment, or that may require special accommodations. PLI reserves the right to reject an applicant or terminate a students enrolment in the program if the students continued participation represents a risk to their health and safety or to the health and safety of other students or staff, or if, notwithstanding reasonable accommodations, in the opinion of PLI, the students physical or mental condition makes the student unable or unlikely to successfully complete their program. 7. Tuition fees: Tuition fees include lessons, orientation meeting, use of computer room and internet, placement and progress testing and a PLI certicate on completion of the course. PLI reserves the right to withhold the granting of a certicate attained by a student if student fees remain outstanding. 8. Additional services: Any additional services (transfers, travel, laundry, telephone costs, excursions, medical costs, special diet, exam fees, change of accommodation and enrolment amendments) are not included in any fees unless specically stated on a valid invoice. 9. Twin accommodation: At PLIs discretion, students may be required to book single room accommodation instead of twin room. 10. Under 18 year olds: PLI delivers adult courses. Therefore, students aged 16 and 17 are advised that they will be attending classes with students aged 18 and over. Under 18 year olds may be required to pay a guardian fee, live in PLI-approved accommodation, book PLIs airport transfer service and purchase PLI medical insurance. All students under 18 must provide a signed Minor Authorization form, Health Declaration and excursion waiver form. TERMS AND CONDITIONS 1. Rules and regulations: PLI students are subject to the rules and regulations governing the particular school location attended.

2. Arrivals and departures: All accommodation is booked from the Saturday or Sunday before the course start date until the Saturday morning after the course end date, unless otherwise advised. A partial week may be counted as 1 weeks accommodation. Students arriving between 22:30 - 06:00 may be asked to book alternative accommodation in a hotel on their rst night due to late/early arrival at accommodation. 3. Late arrivals, breaks and absences: If you begin your enrolment late or are absent during your course, no refund will be made for the time missed. Periods of absence cannot be made up with a free extension of the course. Vacation dates are pre-built into the Academic Year and Academic Semester program and students cannot make changes to these dates. Breaks taken at other times will be marked as periods of absence. For other courses, granting of any session breaks after the course has started will be at the discretion of individual schools and may incur a change fee or be marked as a period of absence. 4. Meals and classes missed: No refunds or substitutions will be made for meals or classes missed due to exams, excursions, internships, rst day orientation or other obligations that fall outside the normal schedule. 5. Public holidays: Classes are normally not held and most school facilities are closed on public holidays. All published course start dates fall on a Monday. If the Monday is a public holiday, the start date will fall on a Tuesday. Compensation will not be made for classes not offered on public holidays. 6. Change fees: A minimum of 4 weeks notice is required for any change. If you request a change of school location, course dates, accommodation, or program type after your course has started, you will be charged a change fee of CAD100 which is payable at the time the request is made. Academic Year or Semester students cannot transfer to a different PLI school during term time. If changing to a program where fees are lower, the difference in fees will not be refunded. If changing to a more expensive program, the difference in fees will be charged. All changes require approval of the Program Director. You will not be charged a change fee if you extend your course, but late homestay extensions may require a re-placement fee of CAD100. Any change of tuition resulting in a reduction in lessons will be treated as a termination and rebooking, and will thus be subject to the standard terms & conditions governing terminations (see Termination Policy.) 7. Duration of lessons: All English classes at PLI are 45 minutes in duration unless otherwise stated. Courses run from Monday to Friday and lessons are scheduled both in the morning and the afternoon with different shifts at various times of year. PLI does not guarantee classes or class schedules, as they are subject to student level and availability. 8. Substitution policy: If, after the placement test taken on arrival at the school, a student is found to be at a level which is not appropriate for their booked course, the school reserves the right to place the student in an appropriate level class, which may have fewer lessons and a different curriculum. Students who do not have the ability to follow any course on offer may be required to terminate their studies with PLI. We also reserve the right to cancel courses at short notice due to insufcient demand. 9. Program changes: PLI has the right to change course start dates, course curriculum and programs at any time due to errors, omissions and circumstances beyond our control. However, in cases where the course is rescheduled prior to the start of the rst course and the new date is unacceptable to the student, all fees will be refunded. 10. Prices: PLI has the right to change prices due to tax increases, governmental actions or other events beyond our control. Prices are valid for courses starting in 2011. 11. Books and learning materials: All learning materials will be made available to students during their course. A materials fee is charged to cover the cost of these items. Some specialized courses may require the purchase of books. 12. Residential housing deposit: A refundable housing deposit of up to CAD600 may be charged on arrival to students taking residential accommodation in Canada. The deposit is returned unless there is damage, loss or extra cleaning to be paid for on the students departure. 13. Expulsion/Suspension: Any student who commits a criminal offence, violates the student conduct code or school policy, has a very poor attendance record or fails to pay an amount he or she is directly or indirectly liable to pay PLI in order to undertake the course, may be expelled or suspended. No refund will be given

and the immigration authorities will be informed. 14. Liability: The liability of PLI, its group companies, their directors, ofcers, employees, afliates, agents and partners with respect to losses arising from negligence (except where such liability cannot be excluded as a matter of law), breach of contract or otherwise will be limited in all circumstances to the full amount paid to PLI or the relevant PLI group company by the relevant student for the particular programme. Such companies and persons will in no circumstances have any liability for indirect or consequential losses or damages. 15. Force majeure: PLI is not liable in cases where PLI is unable to fulll any services to which it is contractually bound because of re, natural disaster, act of government, failure of suppliers or subcontractors, labour disputes or other reasons which are beyond PLIs control. REFUND POLICY Refunds will be made via the PLI representative to whom the fees were originally paid, or to the students bank account in the same country in which the fees were originally paid. All refunds will be made within 45 days of written notication. In the event of a student cancelling or terminating a course, a full refund of all unused fees will be made less all non-refundable service charges (eg. airport transfer, courier fees, enrolment fees, medical insurance, accommodation placement fee, administrative fee) and a CAD100 change fee. In the event of PLI cancelling or terminating a course, a full refund of all unused fees will be made. CANCELLATION/POSTPONEMENT POLICY Cancellation refers to the period up to the start date of the rst course you are attending. In cases where cancellations are made in writing 7 days or more before the arrival date listed on the booking conrmation form, or on written notication of a visa rejection and receipt of relevant supporting documentation, 100% of the tuition and accommodation fees will be refunded, but in all cases, the courier fee, accommodation placement fee (if utilised), enrolment fee, medical insurance, and any other service charges are non-refundable. For cancellations and postponements made less than 7 days before the rst course start date including no shows, tuition and accommodation fees will be refunded less one weeks accommodation fee and a tuition fee of CAD200. In all cases, the courier fee, enrolment fee, accommodation placement fee, medical insurance, and any other service charges are non-refundable. TERMINATION POLICY Termination means stopping or leaving all or part of the course or courses booked, including extensions, once the rst course has started. When determining the number of weeks completed, a partial week will be counted as a whole week, provided the student was present at least one day during the scheduled week. Used weeks of discounted tuition and accommodation packages will be charged at the full brochure weekly rate when any refund is calculated. In all cases additional service charges (e.g. airport transfers, courier fees, enrolment fees, medical insurance, accommodation placement fee, administrative fee etc.) are nonrefundable and written notication of termination must be given along with 4 weeks notice to the school Principal or Director. A refund will be made for the unused tuition fee less notice period and the applicable change fee. Students who terminate their program may not be eligible to receive a PLI certicate. Tuition: In cases where a course is terminated, any tuition refunds are paid within 30 days of a written request. Refunds are calculated as follows: - after up to 10% of the program has been completed: 50% refund of unused tuition fees - after 11 29% of the program has been completed: 30% refund of unused tuition fees - after 30% or more of the program has completed: 0% refund of unused tuition fees Accommodation: Students must give 4 weeks notice (or 8 weeks notice for discounted accommodation packages) in writing to the School Director/Principal. A refund will be made of 100% of the unused accommodation fee less notice period and the applicable change fee. These Terms & Conditions may differ according to any changes in the policy of the accrediting body or government. You will be notied at the time of booking of any such amendments. Any dispute, claim or other matter arising will be subject to the current laws in the destination country. In these Terms and Conditions, PLI refers to all PLI schools in Canada.

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