ReNEW: Tuition-Free Program For Canadian Newcomers
George Brown College has partnered with Scotiabank to offer newcomers a 10-week career readiness program designed to help navigate your career journey in Canada.
Get the Language Skills to Succeed in Canada!
Whether you’re looking to prepare for further study, a new career, or simply to enjoy everyday life in Canada, we offer a range of options to suit your specific English language needs.
Our School of English as a Second Language offers instruction in the heart of downtown Toronto. Whether you’re interested in studying full-time, part-time, or exploring Toronto, we have a program for you. As a George Brown College student, you have access to the benefits the college has to offer.
At George Brown we:
- have experienced teachers to ensure you are receiving the highest quality language instruction
- assess your language skills so you can customize and tailor your learning
- use the latest tools and technology in our interactive classrooms
- offer pathways to a variety of programs, including college diploma, degree and postgraduate degree programs
- organize social activities for you to practice English, make new friends, and explore Toronto
- offer flexibility with our full-time and part-time programs
How can we help you improve your English skills?
Find a program that's right for you
English as a Second Language (R901) – Apply to this part-time certificate to improve your personal, professional and academic English language skills
English for Professional Success (R902) – Apply to this program if you have advanced English skills and want to develop your professional communication skills.
Continuing Education ESL Pathway to George Brown College Certificates and Diplomas (R903) – Apply tot his program if you need to meet the English Language admission requirements for George Brown Certificate, Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate programs (without co-op).
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Staff Profiles
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If you have any questions, please get in touch! We’re happy to help you evaluate your options. We respond to most inquiries within 1 business day.
Contact one of our international recruitment representatives specializing by country of origin by either booking a virtual meeting or submitting an inquiry.
All News and Announcements
All News and Announcements
Flores, a graduate of the Recreation Management in Gerontology program, received the inaugural Person-Centred Language Award from the Ontario Centre for Learning Research and Innovation in Long-Term Care and Behavioural Supports Ontario.
This fall, faculty and staff from George Brown’s School of ESL hosted adult educators from Spain as part of an innovative Teacher Experience Program funded by the Galician Ministry of Education.
A Q & A with Dr. Krista Holmes on the evolution of Research and Innovation at George Brown College
“Everyone at GBC is responsible for fostering an inclusive environment that is free of harassment and discrimination—an environment where all women, Trans, and gender non-binary individuals can learn and contribute as their full selves,” said GBC President Dr. Gervan Fearon.
The Greater Toronto’s Top Employers 2024 Report, published in the Globe and Mail, celebrates employers with exceptional human resource programs and forward-thinking workplace policies.
Nearly 300 students from the Centre for Construction and Engineering Technologies gathered recently to network and discuss fostering safe work environments with some of the most successful leaders of Ontario construction companies.
Last year, more than 800 students participated in School-College-Work Initiative programs at George Brown College, including MJ Given, who completed the SWAC program and is now studying marketing at the Centre for Business.
Meet Rayeheh Rezaei, CEO and Founder, North Goose, startGBC December spotlight entrepreneur About Rayeheh Rezaei Rayeheh Rezaei is an entrepreneur whose journey encompasses academia, sports, and business. Originating from Iran, Rayeheh relocated to Canada four years ago to pursue higher education...
