The Study Tour programmes combine academics, language study in English or French, and interactive cultural learning experiences. Morning ESL/FSL classes are taught in a modern school facility by qualified teachers from the community. The content focus of this programme is Canadian culture and international understanding. This is complemented by an afternoon of recreational and cultural activities.

These programmes typically take place during the summer holiday or winter holiday when local schools are closed. MLI can arrange your customized study tour at any time of year that is well suited to your group needs, based on availability of your specific requests.

Programmes are available from the end of June to beginning of September, can be of varying lengths and can accommodate any size group (ages 8 – 19) from 10 participants and up.

This is a full immersion experience into a Canadian high school or elementary school for your student group. Students will participate in typical daily activities of a Canadian student while immersing in local language, culture and customs.

During the School Integration programme, MLI can also arrange for students to be matched with a Canadian school buddy, who will spend time with your student during lunch and during some classes. This will provide students with an opportunity to immerse themselves in the new culture, as well as allow both Canadian and visiting students the opportunity to gain insight into each other’s lives. Canadian students will be similar in age to the visiting students participating in the programme.

Programmes are available from late September to early June, with the exception of Winter Break (last two weeks of December) and Spring break (typically 2 weeks mid-March). School integration for your student group is customizable to your needs. The total program could be one day, one week, one month, or even one semester.

MLI is pleased to accommodate any Homestay Only Group Programme requests for short term study tours. Homestay Only Programmes can incorporate programming provided by MLI or the partner agency, such as: sightseeing, activities, language classes in English or French or School Integration.

Living with a local family is the ideal way to immerse into Canadian culture. We believe that Homestay experiences allow participants to emerge more knowledgeable and understanding about life abroad, and more confident of their own abilities and achievements. They will have an experience that will be one of the most valuable in their lives and return home with memories that last.

The group will be welcomed by their families and MLI upon arrival in the community and have a Farewell Ceremony to commemorate their stay and congratulate them on their success! MLI can provide guardianship services during the student’s stay in Canada if they are not accompanied by a teacher or chaperone during their stay, ensuring that the students are monitored throughout their stay.

Local Homestay Coordinators are on hand to ensure that students and host families receive the support they need to deal with any concerns, challenges, or emergency situations. Please visit our Homestay section of the website for more detailed information.

Homestay Only Group Programmes are customizable to your group needs. The total programme could be one weekend, one to two weeks, one month, or even one semester- 3 months.

The goal of this programme is to provide international visitors with an opportunity to enrich their lives through a unique Canadian cultural experience. To embrace a ‘hands-on’ approach to learning about Banff – Canada’s first national park.

The MLI group programme is specially designed to maximize our visitors’ experience in the Banff area. We hold strong partnerships with Parks Canada, the Town of Banff and Banff Lake Louise Tourism making us a leader in student group travel exclusively in Banff. Our students will experience life as a ‘true Canadian’ by meeting and interacting with local community members. Students will know what it’s like to feel like a Banff resident. Seeing first hand what life is like in the mountains will be an unforgettable experience.

Why Choose Banff?

Banff National Park is located in the heart of the Canadian Rockies and attracts roughly 3 million visitors each year. The National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Banff is located west of Calgary and east of Lake Louise, on the Trans- Canada Highway.

Banff is a resort town and one of Canada’s most popular tourist destinations, known for its mountainous surroundings and hot springs. It is a major destination for outdoor sports and features extensive hiking, biking, scrambling and skiing areas within the region.

MLI brings the fun and excitement of a Canadian summer camp to your school. We will arrange for Canadian teachers and university students to deliver an ESL and Canadian cultural summer camp programme for your students.

Participants will learn about Canadian history and culture and improve their English communication skills with our trained teachers at your school.

The curriculum will be based on Canadian culture and history, emphasizing spoken language skills. Sample classes could include topics such as: Canadian History, Famous Canadians, Canadian Geography, and Native Canadian Culture & History.

Afternoon classes will focus on rotating activities including afternoons for presentation preparation, playing popular Canadian sports such as basketball and hockey, fun activities inspired by Native traditional games as well as team building activities. These activities can be customized to your school’s needs. In addition to English classes, students will work on a project which they will present to their parents and teachers at the end of the camp.

Canada Camp Programmes are customizable to your group needs. The total programme is recommended at 2 weeks during the summer break, but could be organized at other times of the year and for longer durations.

The goal of this Skills Workshop is to work with teachers to further develop their techniques in classroom management, lesson planning, and communication with students. Teachers will leave this session with a toolkit of new ideas and materials focused on how to teach their students grammar, vocabulary, listening and speaking skills in a more interactive and interesting way.

Teachers will have the option of multiple types of accommodation including dormitory or staying with a local homestay family.

English Teacher Skills Workshops are customizable to your group needs. The total programme is recommended at 4 weeks during the summer break, but could be organized at other times of the year and for shorter or longer durations.