Three people posing on a rocky mountain overlook with a bright turquoise lake and vast forested mountains in the background under a blue sky.

Experience ESL

3-week English learning camp

Three weeks. One unforgettable Canadian experience.

The experience

Three weeks that change how you see Canada

Spend three weeks at Okanagan College's Kelowna campus, improving your English in the morning and exploring the Okanagan Valley in the afternoon. Kayak the lake, hike the mountains, wander the vineyards, and make friends from around the world - all in one unforgettable summer.


 

What's included

Everything you need for three weeks in Kelowna
Your core program cost covers the essentials, so you can focus on learning and exploring.

ESL classes

Morning English classes, Monday to Thursday, with instructors who specialize in teaching English as an additional language.

Local activities

Afternoon activities exploring the Okanagan - from the lake to the vineyards to the mountains.

In-town transportation

Transportation within Kelowna during the program, so you can get around easily and safely.

Program costs

Transparent pricing for your three weeks
Know exactly what your investment covers.
Costs are shown as honest ranges so you can plan your total.

 

Core program

ESL classes, local activities, and in-town transportation

$2,100 - 2,300
per program


Includes

  • ESL classes (morning, Mon–Thu)
  • Local Okanagan activities
  • Transportation within Kelowna

 

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Optional excursions

Overnight trips up to 3 nights

$800 - 1,000
optional add-on


Includes

  • Banff, Whistler, Victoria and more
  • Overnight trips (up to 3 nights)
  • Optional add-on, not core

 

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Housing

Total for the 3-week program

$950 - 1,100
homestay or campus


Includes

  • Homestay (some meals included)
  • Campus housing
  • Arranged by Okanagan College

 

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Your week

A typical week in the program
Mornings are for English, afternoons are for exploring.

Monday–Thursday mornings

ESL classes with students from around the world.

Afternoons

Local activities across the Okanagan - lake, vineyards, mountains.

Fridays & weekends

A morning activity on Friday, with weekends free for optional excursions.

Sample weekly timetable

 MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
MorningESL ClassESL ClassESL ClassESL ClassMorning Activity
AfternoonActivityActivityActivityActivityActivity

FAQs

Questions, answered
Everything you need to know before you apply.

The program is for international students aged 16-22 who want to improve their English while experiencing Canada. No previous English level is required.

The core program is CAD $2,100-$2,300. Optional excursions are $800-$1,000, and housing is $600-$900 for the three weeks. We share honest ranges so you can plan your total investment.

You can choose homestay with a Canadian family (some meals included) or campus housing. Both are arranged through Okanagan College.

No. Overnight excursions to places like Banff, Whistler and Victoria are optional add-ons for students who want to see more of Canada.

Okanagan College provides a safe, structured campus experience with a supportive international student team from arrival to departure.

Still have questions?
Our international team is happy to answer any questions about the program.

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Ready to go?

Apply for the 3-week English learning camp
Applications for the August 2027 intake are open. 
Apply through the Destiny One registration system or contact OC International with any questions.

 

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