Tuesday, 29 October 2013

English proficiency tests for universities

Do you need English proficiency test results to apply for universities and other places?
ALI assists students in their academic and professional life with several exam and certificate preparation classes.

When students in English reach advanced levels (6+), they are entitled to take elective classes (some of which can substitute core classes) at no additional cost.


These electives include our list of General Electives as well as our Exam Preparatoin Electives:

We prepare 4 internationally recognized official tests (TOEFL – TOEIC - IELTS – Cambridge) for students registered in our Intensive and Super Intensive programs. 



Should you be studying for the TKT Cambridge Test, we also have a full-time course that prepares our students for that particular test. Please note that ALI is an official Cambridge Testing center. Contact us to find out more about the dates.


1. TOEFL-2 yr validity (IBT preparation): 

-Class Duration: 8 weeks, 72hrs in total

This class is meant for people planning to enter an English language university.  Reading, writing, speaking, and listening are practiced in an environment similar to that of a university classroom.  
You want to study or work abroad in another language? ALI can help! 
ALI assists students in their academic and professional life with several exam and certificate preparation classes.


2. IELTS preparation -2 yr validity: 

-Class Duration: 8 weeks, 72hrs in total


This class prepares students for the IELTS Academic exam. The focus is on listening, reading, writing and speaking with a practice exam every Friday. 
Other skills will also be covered in this class, such as note-taking, following a flow chart, summarizing a reading, completing a summary, describing a graph, diagram or pie chart as well as answering personal questions on your everyday life. 

3. TOEIC preparation -2 yr validity: 

-Class Duration: 8 weeks, 72hrs in total

The focus is on English comprehension in a business work environment.  It is meant for people who are interested in working in the international community, especially in an office setting. 
Students will practice reading, listening to information and processing it efficiently. Students will practice reading, listening to information and processing it efficiently. 

4. FCE preparation 

-Class Duration: 8 weeks, 72hrs in total

FCE is an international certificate, recognized all over the world for business and study purposes. FCE is ideal if you want to work, study abroad or develop a career which requires English language skills.
This class prepares you for the FCE (First Certificate in English) exam. The focus is on listening, reading, writing and speaking through articles, novels, interviews, discussion etc. 

Note: On passing the FCE exam you will receive a certificate awarded by University of Cambridge ESOL


**Should you be studying for the TKT Cambridge Test, we also have a full-time course that prepares our students for that particular test. Please note that ALI is an official Cambridge Testing center. Contact us to find out more about the dates.

Friday, 11 October 2013

Part A. cool restaurants to visit in Montreal Plateau :)

Are you guys with familiar with the neighborhood called "Plateau"?
It roughly refers to the area that ranges from (Hutchinson & Sherbroooke) to (Papineau & Mont-Royal).

It's a cool neighborhood that has many youthful, cool people who are often considered "hipsters".
This neighborhood has many interesting places to visit that you will love!

We will recommend you a few places for each occasion eventually,
But today, we are sharing a few good restaurants in Plateau with you guys.

If you guys want to get informed about cool bars to go get your drinks, good clubs to visit, or cute cafes at which you can study stay tuned!

Part A. Restaurants in Plateau:

1. Romados:


  1. Address: 115 Rue Rachel Est, Montreal, QC H2W 1C8
    Phone:(514) 849-1803
    Hours:

    Sunday7:00 am – 8:00 pm
    Monday7:00 am – 8:00 pm
    Tuesday7:00 am – 8:00 pm
    Wednesday7:00 am – 8:00 pm
    Thursday7:00 am – 8:00 pm
    Friday7:00 am – 8:00 pm
    Saturday7:00 am – 8:00 pm
-The best place in Montreal to grab delicious Portuguese chicken and fries for less than $9.





2. Aux Vivre:
-a healthy, yummy vegetarian restaurant that can indulge you just as much as a steakhouse does!
-Try their BLT and burger!


  1. Address: 4631 St Laurent Blvd, Montreal, QC H2T 1R2
    Phone:(514) 842-3479
    Prices:
    $$$$
    Hours:

    Sunday10:00 am – 11:00 pm
    Monday11:00 am – 11:00 pm
    Tuesday11:00 am – 11:00 pm
    Wednesday11:00 am – 11:00 pm
    Thursday11:00 am – 11:00 pm
    Friday11:00 am – 11:00 pm
    Saturday10:00 am – 11:00 pm






3. Lola Rosa (located in upper Plateau/Mile-End):
-Another healthy, yummy vegetarian restaurant that can indulge you just as much as a steakhouse does!
-It's located in upper plateau, which is called Mile-End. It's a great opportunity to explore the ultimate hipster vegetarian restaurant!



  1. Address: 4581 Park Ave, Montreal, QC H2V 4E4
    Phone:(514) 843-5652
    Hours:

    Sunday11:30 am – 10:30 pm
    Monday11:30 am – 10:00 pm
    Tuesday11:30 am – 10:00 pm
    Wednesday11:30 am – 10:00 pm
    Thursday11:30 am – 10:00 pm
    Friday11:30 am – 10:00 pm
    Saturday11:30 am – 10:30 pm





4. L'avenue:
-The best breakfast/brunch place to go in Montreal
-They are also famous for their juicy hamburgers if you visit them in the afternoon/evening!


  1. Address: 922 Mt Royal Ave E, Montreal, H2J 1X1
    Phone:(514) 523-8780
    Prices:
    $$$$
    Hours:

    Sunday8:00 am – 10:00 pm
    Monday7:00 am – 11:00 pm
    Tuesday7:00 am – 11:00 pm
    Wednesday7:00 am – 11:00 pm
    Thursday7:00 am – 11:00 pm
    Friday7:00 am – 11:00 pm
    Saturday8:00 am – 11:00 pm





5. Bocadillo:
-One of the best Burger places to go! Good sandwiches/burgers and yummmy french fries!


  1. Address: 3677 St Laurent Blvd, Montreal, QC H2X
    Phone:(514) 227-4041





6. Buns:
-Located right next to Bocadillo! 
-If you crave a beef burger, go here. They have the best beef patties ever.
-Otherwise (for chicken, pork..and so on) you would go to the next store, Bocadillo ;)
3673 Boulevard Saint-Laurent 
MontrealQC






Thursday, 10 October 2013

Must Do Fall Activities recommended by ALI!

1. Montreal Ghost Walk:

A great activity to do in Old Montreal in the run up to Halloween.
It’s an exciting way to learn about the history of Old Montreal in a fun and unique way!
For more information,
Please see: http://www.fantommontreal.com/en/



2. Gardens of Light

Held every year at the Botanical Gardens, this festival is one of the highlights of fall.
The Japanese and Chinese gardens are illuminated with spectacular colors.
The show is on until November 3rd.
For more info: http://calendrier.espacepourlavie.ca/gardens-of-light


Friday, 4 October 2013

Jazz Festival during the Fall? Yes sir!

For the students who thought that the city of Montreal is only cool during the summer, well, I'm afraid I'm gonna have to disagree.
The city also happens to organize events for the other seasons of the year, which includes the time when the leaves start yellowing. 
From October 03rd to 12th artists from Quebec and all over the world will be making their presentations and performing in an event that seems to be fun, cultural and very very beautiful. 
Wanna know more? Go to http://www.lofffestivaldejazz.com/ 
Oh, and don't forget to bring your mid-season coats!

Have fun!

;-)

Check out our events for this month!


Apple Picking

One of the  best activities in fall in Quebec is to go apple picking! 
Quebec is home to a variety of beautifully picturesque apple orchards and for our end of session activity (October 11th), we will be visiting one of them!  Please sign up for this activity at the 8th floor by Wednesday 9th of October.
 Once you have all those delicious apples, you may want to try the following recipe:  http://www.joyofbaking.com/ApplePie.html

If you want to sign up, please sign up on the 8th floor or contact Roshan about it!