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).
Student Life
Get to know Toronto and your fellow students through our extensive student life program.
Staff Profiles
Check out the profiles of the many talented faculty and staff members at The School of English as a Second Language.
Register your interest
Contact Us
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
HubSpot collaborates with startGBC startGBC is excited to announce that it has been selected to be an official partner for HubSpot, one of the world's leading CRM and marketing suite providers. This will allow startups working with startGBC to access full HubSpot CRM solutions at heavily discounted...
Save the Date: Research, Innovation & Entrepreneurship Showcase Day - Tuesday, June 25, 2024 The Office of Research and Innovation and startGBC are proud to announce a collaboration to host the GBC Research, Innovation & Entrepreneurship Showcase Day on Tuesday, June 25, 2024. The day will consist...
Are you a budding entrepreneur? Looking for guidance, inspiration and motivation. Come join startGBC for an open walk-in weekly Masterclass viewing session and watch and learn from some of the world's greatest entrepreneurs such as Sara Blakely, Richard Branson, Martha Stewart, Kris Jenner, Alexis...
Meet Roc Chow, Founder & CEO, Generatr Inc./Panda Charging - startGBC May 2024 #WhyNotMe GBC Entrepreneur Spotlight During the month of May, Canada reflects and celebrates Asian Heritage Month. What better way for startGBC to honour this, than showcasing one of our amazing alumni entrepreneurs, born...
The winners of Colleges and Institutes Canada’s (CICan’s) Awards of Excellence were announced on April 29, 2024 at CICan’s annual Connection Conference. George Brown College received two honourable mentions: one for Leadership Excellence and another for Global Engagement. The first honourable...
Intellectual Property Ontario (IPON), a provincial agency that provides IP support and services to enable Ontario businesses and researchers to innovate and grow, has announced its new investment of $2.9 million to support innovation and commercialization projects at 10 post-secondary institutions across the province.
Are you an Ontario student with a business idea? The Summer Company program supports eligible young student entrepreneurs, aged 15 to 29, looking to launch and operate a small business during the summer.
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow and Canada’s Minister of Families, Children and Social Development Jenna Sudds joined early childhood education (ECE) leaders for the annual Summer Institute on Early Years Development at Waterfront Campus.
