English Language and Culture Program (ELCP)
NC’s ELCP will help you to...
• Enhance your English skills, focusing on speaking, listening, and pronunciation, to communicate with confidence
• Gain exposure to postsecondary education in an international context, as you experience life as a Canadian college student
• Develop cross-cultural relationships and make friends from Canada and all over the world
• Have fun learning English while exploring Canadian culture and history, all while living with a friendly Canadian family
English Language and Culture Program (ELCP)
Program Features
• Small class sizes, average is 15 to 20 students per class
• State-of-the-art digital languages labs and use of all college services and facilities
. Engaging educational trips, including Niagara Falls, and fun social events
• Language testing and assessment
• Friendly, supportive staff
• Individual academic counselling
• Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) Certified teachers
. Wide range of language learning activities such as games, role-play, problem solving and group activities aimed at improving communications
PROGRAM COST
$ 4,495 CDN per student
THE PRICE INCLUDES:
• Program tuition
• Homestay accommodations
• Participation in weekly cultural and social activities including a trip to Toronto and Niagara Falls
Enhanced Academic Preparation
For Fall, Winter, and Spring sessions, ELCP classes include integration with Niagara College’s English for Academic Preparation (EAP) program. Students gain all ELCP benefits plus:
Winter Dates
January 12 - February 6, 2026
Summer Dates
July 6 - 31, 2026
• Bus pass
• Medical insurance
• Airport transfer (group arrival and departure)
• Orientation
• Graduation Celebration
• Statement of Participation
• Preparation for postsecondary studies at Niagara College or other institutions
• Career readiness strategies
November 2 - 27, 2026 Information provided in this brochure is accurate as of July 21, 2025, and is subject to change at any time. Applicants are responsible for consulting the Niagara College websites for the most up to date information. Please note information may differ from what is on the website information on the website is deemed to be the most accurate source.
August 4 - 28, 2026
Spring Dates
March 9 - April 3, 2026
May 11 - June 5, 2026
Fall Dates
September 9 - October 7, 2026
Sample Weekly Schedules
Sample Activities Schedule – Winter
Sample Activities Schedule – Summer
Live in Niagara.
Endless possibilities.
More than 13 million tourists from around the world are welcomed every year.
Your journey starts here.
Live in a safe, English-speaking community with friendly people where you can…
• Experience a culture that values diversity and prioritizes inclusion
• Connect with nature and explore over 100 km of trails and paths
• Enjoy clean air and a healthy lifestyle
Homestay: Live with a Canadian family
. Experience Canadian culture and the Niagara Region with a homestay
Homestay families play a key role in a student’s experience, offering support as they adapt to life and learning a second language
. Our diverse homestay families are eager to contribute to students’ lives
. Most homestays are within 10-20 minutes walking distance of the College, with some offering bicycles
For more information on this program, please contact:
Lifestyle
Niagara Region is known across Canada for its art, music, food and culture, offering fulfilling experiences for both families and individuals.