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Project Introduction
■Project Introduction
The annual summer vacation. This summer vacation,the world's most livable city, a Vancouver, Canada English camp where you can enjoy various activities year-roundHow about? If you've grown tired of tedious English study, If you want to have a unique and special experience during the break and build your English skills and confidence, join this camp!
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1. around the world 20with friends from countries 24Let's learn English vividly!
The purpose of the English camp is to improve English skills.. However, in environments with many Korean students, only the classes are conducted in English, daily life is carried out in Korean.. However, this campEurope, Latin America, study with friends from various regions including Asia, and also interact and take part in activities with local Canadian friends..Also, that you can learn living English by participating in various activities every day! Think in English, naturally learn English while playing100%Make it your own!
2. Worries about Studying Abroad, Choose a safe and trustworthy institution!
The organization running the project was established in 1990 and is one of the fastest-growing English education institutions in Canadaand runs youth camps that incorporate the institution's unique expertise, enabling participants to develop global citizenship as well as English.'The educational institution with the best academic atmosphere in Vancouver'True to its reputation, the teachers provide high-quality classes and education tailored to each student's learning style and goals.
3. Enjoy Vancouver, a great city to live in year-round!
Vancouver is known as one of Canada's most livable cities thanks to its safe environment and mild, four-season climate. Additionally, The city harmoniously combines modern urban life with nature, so you can enjoy both a variety of conveniences and pristine natural surroundings.. If it's your first time abroad,, even students who are hesitant to travel alone can go with peace of mind.!
When learning a language, I believe the most important thing is to learn the country's culture thoroughly and to use the language often in daily life. This camp met all of those conditions.Through daily activities you'll get to know Vancouver, and on Sundays you'll spend time with your homestay family and truly learn Canadian culture.Also, because you study with friends from around the world and Canadian friends participate,you use English 24 hours a day and naturally become comfortable with the language.This project was created with the care I'd give my own younger sibling — I recommend it to you!
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■ Develop English listening and speaking skills ■ Adapt to unfamiliar environments ■ Learn about Canadian culture |
■Enjoy learning English in a fun way ■Friendships with people from around the world ■A time to escape stress and recharge |
■I am confident in English! ■ I became friends with people from around the world! ■ Outgoing personality, boosted confidence! |
Project Activities
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■ Camp Features
- Unlike previous camps that were full of Korean friends and offered few opportunities to use English, friends from Europe and South America make up 80%, allowing you to focus on improving your English skills.
- On weekday afternoons and weekends, you will take part in various events such as cultural excursions and seasonal sports, using English in real situations to develop practical conversational skills.
- Classes are composed of an average of 12 to 16 students.
■ Camp Schedule
- Summer Camp Schedule
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| 08:45 - 11:45 | Orientation and Test |
Classes | Class | All day Field trip |
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| 11:45 - 12:45 | Lunch break | Lunch break | |||
| 12:45 - 15:00 | Class | Afternoon activity | Canada Class | Canada Class | |
* Canada Class: A class that teaches Canada's history, notable figures, and geography. Some days use books; on other days, lessons use videos, field trips, worksheets, and teachers' experiences as learning materials.
* Every Tuesday features active activities such as bowling and museum visits, while Thursdays provide time for sightseeing around Vancouver and enjoying sports activities.
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- Winter Camp Schedule
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | |
| 09:00 - 11:40 | Orientation and testing |
Class | Class | Class | All day Field trip |
| 11:40 - 12:30 | Lunch break | ||||
| 12:30 - 15:00 | Group Project activities |
Group Project activities |
Outdoor Activity |
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* In the afternoon, group projects involve discussions and presentations on various topics, followed by activity sessions.
* Every Wednesday focuses on active activities such as bowling and curling, and Fridays are reserved for excursions around Vancouver and time to enjoy sports activities.
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* Camp schedules and activities are subject to change depending on local conditions, and activity end times vary by activity..
■Course content
On the first day of the camp, orientation and an English level test are conducted. English classes are organized systematically by level, with 20 hours per week.
Through interesting topics and activities, students develop the four English skills—speaking, listening, writing, and reading—balancedly.
■Activities
After working hard in the morning, enjoy a variety of activities in the afternoons and on weekends to gain rich experiences! Field trips are conducted twice a week with various activities.
All activities are included in the participation fee. The activities listed below may change depending on the local provider's circumstances.
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* Sample activities
| Sports activities | Baseball, soccer, skiing, badminton, frisbee (disc throwing), swimming, bowling, curling, etc. |
| Art activities | Art gallery field trips, photography, painting, dance, drama, etc. |
| Weekend tours | Tours of areas near Vancouver (city trips to Whistler, Victoria, Steveston, etc.) Full-day field trips (visiting famous tourist attractions in Vancouver) |
■ Notice
- The participation period can be applied for from a minimum of 1 week up to 6 weeks, and on the first day of the camp there will be an on-campus orientation and a level test.
* 2026 schedule:
- Winter: January 5 to January 30, 2026 (4 weeks) *Schedule confirmed // Ages 9 to 17
- Summer: June 29 to August 7, 2026 (6 weeks) *May be changed to 4 weeks depending on local summer weather conditions // Ages 5 to 17
*Every Sunday, students can have personal time to relax, or spend the weekend with their homestay families or friends at school, during which they learn about each other's cultures and create memories..
English requirement★☆☆☆☆
This project enables students to learn English at an appropriate level together with peers who have similar English skills., Beginners are also welcome; anyone can participate.. Just come ready to have fun and enjoy communicating with a variety of people.!
About the institution
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1990Founded in 1990, this long-established school provides students with a high-quality curriculum. It is also highly reputed in Vancouver for offering a variety of activities.It is a trusted English education institution officially accredited by Languages Canada, BC PTIB, and TESL Canada. The camp features a conversation-centered curriculum that evenly covers practical English, vocabulary, writing, reading, and listening. In addition, the camp offers daily activities to provide various experiences during the program and is run by a dedicated coordinator team. Create precious memories at this institution where you can enjoy yourself with friends from around the world while improving your English skills!
*PTIB (Private Training Institutions Branch) is the regulatory body for private colleges; all programs offered by this institution are officially approved. Regular reviews are conducted, which helps ensure high-quality educational programs.
■Homestay
Live with a host family and practice English conversation while experiencing Canada's vibrant culture firsthand! During weekdays you'll study hard at school, and on weekends you'll go on outings with your host family such as hiking, shopping, or picnics, or relax at home watching movies and playing board games. All homestay families are native English speakers and are carefully selected and directly managed by the institution according to strict standards.Meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) are all home-cooked by the homestay family. It takes about 40–60 minutes by public transportation from the homestay to the school, and travel is by public transport.
| Private room equipped with a bed, bedding, and table / shared bathroom / 3 meals provided / 24-hour emergency contact |
* If a special diet (gluten-free, vegetarian, etc.) is required due to allergies or other reasons, please inquire individually.
* If a private bathroom is required, an additional fee will apply.
Canada's3rdcity, Vancouver, is located in the southwest of British Columbia, Canadais..It is particularly renowned as a city for tourism and recreation.. Unlike other Canadian cities,, 1the climate is mild year-round, making it excellent for activities.
Vancouver, with its stunning natural beauty—so much so that it's called a blessed city—and its safe, convenient environment, is a place to learn English and, the best place to spend a rewarding vacation enjoying seasonal activities.
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- 13years old~17years old, physically healthy, and, any students, male or female, who want to learn English
- want to have fun learning English during vacation and, students who want to gain stimulation through new experiences
- not difficult English study,, Students who want to enjoy learning English by participating in various activities
-New environment, Active students who are curious about other cultures, work well independently, and want to feel a sense of accomplishment.
-Friends from other countries, Teachers, Students who want to build confidence in conversational English by using English with a host family
Participation schedule and fees
■ Every Mondayis when the project starts.
■ This projectfor a minimum of 1 weektoa maximum of 6 weeksyou can participate.
■ The cost of this project isat the top of the current pagewhere you can easily check the detailed fees by duration and options.
*For those wishing to participate, the registration feeof KRW 500,000is required as a prepayment., The process to confirm participation is underway. Registration fees are non-refundable once participation is confirmed.
* If a guardian wishes to accompany, please inquire individually. (Contact: koreagapyear@gmail.com)
■ Gap Year Inclusions
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Accommodation and Meals |
- Carefully verified by the organization to be safe and to offer a warm, family-like atmosphere homestay (private room) - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner: healthy Canadian-style three meals - Peace of mind even if you travel alone! Airport meet-and-greet by local staff and airport–accommodation transfer (one-way or round-trip) |
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- Thorough local orientation including school guidance and city tours local orientation - Packed and exciting activities such as city tours, cultural explorations, day tours, games, and sports activities - Available to use freely during school operating hourson-campus cafeteria, Wi-Fi etc. |
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Care Service |
- Participant dispatch procedures : Handling project registration and dispatch procedures - Orientation provided: Providing various orientation information to help you have a successful gap year - Orientation materials : Materials containing planners' know-how so even those traveling abroad for the first time can go safely - Gap Year Notebook : A notebook for self-reflection during the gap year(▶ Learn more) - Insurance: Coverage to protect you in case of injuries during activities (*limited coverage applies) -Custodial Letter:When a minor enters the country alone,This document is to prove that there is a guardian in Canada.Local address,It contains information such as contact details and a statement guaranteeing them.You may be asked for this document at immigration controlPreparation is required. |
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Certificate and Recommendation letter |
- Issuance of graduation certificate by the local institution - Issuance of Korea Gap Year participation certificate and activity completion certificate
* Certificates and recommendation letters from local institutions are issued upon the participant's request after the project concludes. Additionally, the format and issuance conditions may vary according to the local institution's template. * Certificates and recommendation letters are issued after properly completing the project and submitting a review. |
■ Gap Year Mission (▶ View details)
■ Installment payment information
If you have difficulty paying in full, prepay a registration fee of 500,000 KRWand pay the remaining balance within 2 weeks; based on the date the registration fee is paid, the process to confirm project participation will proceed and availability and TO (number of openings) will be checked. To participate on your desired dates and period, securing a spot quickly is important!(No refunds once participation is confirmed)
*However, if the start date is imminent, the schedule for paying the remaining balance may change depending on the situation.
■Early-bird discount andUrgent applicationInformation
All Gap Year projects require standard processing procedures and a Gap Year preparation period, so projectWe recommend applying at least 3 months before the project start date.and,As a rule, please apply no later than 2 months in advance.However, in unavoidable circumstances or if you need to join a project urgently, you can pay an additional fee for the urgent application service and we will assist with expedited processing as much as possible.
*We help expedite the procedures as much as possible, but there is inherently time required for communication with local organizations and for confirming participation, and since all procedures proceed the same as for regular participants,participants applying via the urgent application service must actively cooperate with the Korea Gap Year operations teamand must cooperate.
**Those who apply at least 180 days before the start date can receive an early-bird discount.
***The urgent application service can be requested via the selection option above. For inquiries regarding the urgent application service, please contact koreagapyear@gmail.com.
- Included:Automatic application for Gap Year missions and notes / All orientation materials provided immediately upon confirmation of participation / Additional staff assigned for urgent cases / Support for preparing documents if needed, etc.
*If you have difficulty calculating dates, please refer to the Naver Date Calculator >>Go to Naver Date Calculator
**Note: For ultra-urgent applications, there may be no available slots depending on local circumstances, and subsequent procedures will proceed according to the Gap Year refund policy.Also,Any problems resulting from a participant's non-cooperation are the responsibility of the participant.
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- Round-trip airfare |
* If you wish to use the UM service, airport pickup must be added. Please contact us for details.
* Please book flights and transportation after your project participation is confirmed and your departure schedule is finalized.
How to apply for the project
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Explore the project |
- Check whether there is a fixed participation period or if rolling participation is possible to fit your schedule! This projectParticipants can freely participate on their desired dates and for their desired duration.Ongoing participation availableis available. - Check out stories from participants who actually attended the project!▶︎ View participant reviews |
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Fill out the application form |
- Don’t be nervous; express yourself comfortably and honestly. |
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Project fee payment |
- After the project registration fee or full payment is confirmed, the participant’s application will be forwarded to the local organization. - If the local organization reviews and rejects the application, the registration and participation fees will be fully refunded (100%). |
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Check payment confirmation message |
- The participantThe day after the participant pays the project fee, Gap Year will verify payments in bulk.and then we send a payment confirmation message. If you don’t receive a message the day after payment, please contact Gap Year! (For weekend payments, we verify them on Monday morning.) |
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Project participation confirmed |
- After the local organization reviews the application, final confirmation takes about 5–7 days. - If you are finally accepted into the project, the Gap Year coordinator will contact you separately. |
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Document preparation and submission |
- For your perfect Gap Year, the coordinator will provide a checklist and common materials (about 50 pages)and various materials We will send them to you, so just read carefully and follow along to succeed!▶ View example of common Gap Year materials - In addition, depending on the project, a criminal record check or visa-related documents may be required. The coordinator The coordinator will prepare the documents required for each participant's project, so all you need to do is fill them out and submit them to us! |
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Orientation |
- Orientation for those who are new to or unfamiliar with international travel
- The orientation provides not only an overview of the Gap Year project but also tips from past participants and guidance on how to successfully complete the Gap Year project.▶ View sample Gap Year orientation materials
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Individual participant departure |
- ParticipantsVancouver International Airport(Vancouver International Airport)enter through Vancouver International Airport. - The project site is located about a 30-minute drive from Vancouver International Airport, Participants will be transported to the project site with a local pick-up coordinator. |
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Arrival and project start |
- Upon arrival, participants meet the coordinator and attend a local orientation. -After the local orientation, participants familiarize themselves with the information provided by the local organization and begin the project while always taking safety precautions during the project period.(* For local orientation, some local organizations may not provide one, and content or format may change or be reduced depending on the circumstances.) |
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Project review submission |
- After the project ends, participants submit a project review; Gap Year will review it and issue a certificate. - For mission participants, mission scholarships will be settled and paid. |
■PICK UP SERVICE
Participants Vancouver International Airport(Vancouver International Airport)arrive at.The school is locatedapproximately25minutesaway by car. (Distance to the accommodation varies by lodging .)Pickup costs are not included in the participation fee. If needed, please select it as an option.
* After applying on the website, subsequent procedurescan be checked onMy Page.
* Please reserve flights and transportation only after your project participation is confirmed and your departure schedule is finalized.
Important Notes
1. It is recommended to apply for this program with a lead time of about 3–6 months.
2. A passport with at least 6 months' validity remaining, excluding the program activity period, is required.
3. Refunds are not available for participant personal reasons after the program is confirmed.
4. Participants are deemed to have agreed to the Gap Year refund policy upon applying for the project.
5. This project applies a
6. The project schedule and content may change depending on local conditions (transportation, weather changes, etc.) or the circumstances of local organizations, and may be reduced or modified if unavoidable.
7. This project is operated by a project organization partnered with Korea Gap Year. Therefore, responsibility for actual operation lies with the local project organization.
8. The travel alert levels operated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for overseas travel safety information are divided into four stages: Travel Caution / Travel Restriction / Recommendation to Evacuate / Travel Ban, and detailed information can be found on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' 'Overseas Safe Travel' website (www.0404.go.kr) where you can find detailed information.
9. Please book flights and transportation after receiving final notification of project participation confirmation and departure schedule. We provide individual guidance regarding schedules after participation is confirmed.
■Visa Issuance
Korean nationals visiting Canada 6months of visa-free stay are permittedtherefore,a visa is not required to participate in this project.However,for air entry into CanadaElectronic Travel Authorization (eTA)(eTA) issuanceis required.
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