Learn the natural English used in everyday workplace situations, from casual conversations with colleagues to meetings, emails, and professional interactions. Students will explore useful expressions, workplace vocabulary, and communication strategies to speak more naturally and confidently at work.
Explore the informal expressions, slang, idioms, and everyday language that native speakers actually use in real-life situations. Students will learn how English changes depending on the context, discover expressions they may not encounter in traditional textbooks, and build confidence using more natural and authentic English.
Weirdest Cafes, Restaurants, and Food Around the World: Eat, explore, and be surprised!
Discover some of the strangest and most unexpected food experiences from around the world in this fun, discussion-based workshop. From restaurants underwater and in the sky to unusual cafés, bizarre food combinations, and surprising dining traditions, we will explore what makes these places and foods so unique. Share your reactions, compare food cultures, learn interesting vocabulary, and practise expressing opinions in English.
This activity uses short stories, poems, and literary extracts to spark meaningful conversations about emotions, identity, relationships, and everyday life. Students will have the chance to connect personally with the texts, share their own perspectives, and build vocabulary and speaking confidence along the way.
Thinking about your next step after ILSC? Explore your options and start planning your future in Canada!
ILSC HELLO students are invited to join the ILSC Virtual Student Fair, an online Pathway event designed to help you learn more about post-secondary study opportunities and connect with ILSC pathway partners.
Representatives from participating institutions will introduce their programs and provide important information about admission requirements, study options, and pathways available to ILSC students. This is a great opportunity to explore different schools and start thinking about where your ILSC studies could take you next!
Participating Institutions
University of Windsor
Fanshawe College
Vancouver Community College (VCC)
What You’ll Learn
During the Virtual Student Fair, you’ll have the opportunity to:
Discover programs available at participating colleges and universities
Learn about admission requirements
Explore potential pathway opportunities from ILSC
Compare different post-secondary study options
Hear directly from participating institutions
Get information to help you plan your next academic step
Event Details
SCHEDULE 1
Date: Tuesday, August 18, 2026 Time:7:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Toronto Time) Location:Online via Microsoft Teams
SCHEDULE 2
Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM (Brisbane Time) Location:Online via Microsoft Teams
If you’re considering continuing your education after ILSC, this is your chance to learn about your options directly from ILSC’s pathway partners—all in one virtual event!
Bring your questions, explore your possibilities, and discover where your education can take you next.
Improve your pronunciation by learning from the voices you know!
Explore English pronunciation through the voices of famous celebrities in this interactive workshop. You’ll listen to clips, analyse pronunciation features, and discover how native speakers use stress, rhythm, intonation, and connected speech. You’ll practise speaking techniques, improve your listening skills, and gain confidence in understanding and producing more natural English.
Discover the expressions that make your English sound more natural!
Why is something a piece of cake when it’s easy? What does it mean to throw a sickie in Australia, take the mickey in Britain, or say you bet in North America? In this lively English workshop, we’ll travel across the English-speaking world through its most colourful everyday expressions. From slang and idioms to phrasal verbs and regional phrases, we’ll uncover the stories behind the language and practise using it in real-life situations. Whether you’re chatting with friends, watching films, or travelling abroad, you’ll leave with practical expressions that help you sound more natural and understand authentic English with greater confidence.
Explore English through the world of movies and television!
Improve your English while discovering the language of cinema and TV. In this interactive workshop, you will explore vocabulary, expressions, genres, characters, and storytelling techniques used in films and shows. You’ll practise listening skills, discuss scenes and themes, and learn how movies and TV can help you understand natural English and communicate more confidently.
Think, discuss, and communicate with confidence in everyday situations.
Build your confidence in English by solving everyday problems! In this interactive workshop, you’ll discuss realistic situations such as missing a bus, losing your phone, having a disagreement with a friend, arriving late for an appointment, or asking someone for help. You’ll practise speaking, expand your everyday vocabulary, and develop communication strategies to respond naturally and confidently in real-life situations.
How Music Moves Us explores the powerful connection between music, emotions, and communication. In this interactive session, students discuss how different songs, rhythms, and lyrics make us feel, while building listening, speaking, and vocabulary skills in a relaxed and engaging way.
What can food teach us about language and culture?
Join us for an engaging conversation about culinary traditions, international cuisine, and the role food plays in bringing people together while practicing your English!
You’ll learn:
Vocabulary related to food, cooking, and dining experiences
How culinary traditions reflect different cultures around the world
How to describe flavours, ingredients, and favourite dishes with confidence
Useful expressions for discussing food preferences and sharing recommendations
Share your favourite recipes, discover new culinary traditions, and enjoy meaningful conversations as you explore the delicious connection between food, culture, and language!
Does the World Cup bring people together, or inspire different perspectives and passions?
In this interactive English workshop, we will discuss current tournament matches, fan culture, and some of the criticisms surrounding the tournament. Together, we will explore how sport can shape perceptions of different countries and cultures, and debate the impact of the world’s biggest sporting event.
