Berlitz Ottawa.
Speak from day one.
BERLITZ OTTAWA · 350 SPARKS ST · LYON O-TRAIN · PARLIAMENT HILL
In-person language classes in the heart of the National Capital — steps from Lyon O-Train Station and Parliament Hill — or live online from anywhere in Ontario. English, French, Spanish and 50+ languages. Start speaking from day one. SLE, TEF Canada & government language training available.
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Why Berlitz Ottawa works — from day one
Whether you're in one of our 12 bright classrooms on Sparks Street with panoramic views of Parliament Hill, or joining live online, Berlitz puts you in real conversations with a native-fluent instructor from your very first session. No translation. No passive grammar drills. Just the language — from day one. Our instructors bring an average of 12 years of teaching experience.
Meet your Berlitz advisor
A free 20-minute call with a Berlitz Ottawa advisor maps out your starting point — no test, no pressure. Just a real conversation about your goals, your current level, and whether you prefer in-person classes on Sparks Street or live online. Your advisor then recommends the right language, programme, and format for your specific situation in the National Capital Region.
A plan built around your goals
French for an SLE evaluation or federal bilingual designation? English for integration or career advancement? TEF Canada or TEFAQ preparation? Business language training for a government or professional services team? Intercultural coaching? Your Berlitz advisor designs a custom programme aligned with PSC guidelines, your timeline, and your preferred format — in-person or online.
Speak your language — fast
Live immersive sessions with native-fluent instructors — in 12 bright, accessible classrooms on the 10th floor of 350 Sparks Street with panoramic views of Parliament Hill and the National War Memorial, or online from anywhere in the NCR or Ontario. Real conversations adapted to your professional context. Most students reach conversational fluency in 8–14 weeks.
Every language. Every goal. In-person or online.
The National Capital is home to more federal public servants than any other city in Canada. Whether you need French for an SLE, English for integration, or another language for diplomatic or professional purposes — Berlitz Ottawa has a programme for you.
French Courses
French is Canada’s second official language — and in Ottawa, it’s the key to career advancement in the federal public service. Berlitz Ottawa offers French for all goals: SLE preparation (oral, written, and reading comprehension at levels A, B, and C), TEF Canada and TEFAQ exam prep, bilingual workplace communication, and everyday conversational French. In-person on Sparks Street or live online.
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English Courses
English proficiency is essential for newcomers, students, and professionals across Ottawa’s diverse economy. Our English courses help you communicate with clarity and confidence in government, tech, healthcare, and professional services — whether you’re building everyday fluency or preparing for a federal SLE evaluation in English. Private, group, and intensive formats available.
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Spanish, Arabic & More
Berlitz Ottawa offers private and group lessons in 50+ languages — including Spanish, German, Japanese, Arabic, Mandarin, Portuguese, and more — in-person or online. Whether you need a language for diplomatic work, an international posting, travel, or personal enrichment, our native-fluent instructors guide you from any level to your target.
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Government & SLE Language Training
Berlitz Ottawa has specialized in federal government language training since 2005. Our programmes are fully aligned with PSC guidelines and cover all three SLE components — oral proficiency, written expression, and reading comprehension — at levels A, B, and C. We also offer bilingualism compliance programmes, intercultural coaching, and language testing in 50+ languages for federal and provincial employees.
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Business Language Training
Language training tailored to Ottawa’s major sectors — government, tech, healthcare, law, and professional services. Available for individuals or entire teams, at our Sparks Street centre, live online, or on your organization’s premises. Industry-specific vocabulary, bilingual meeting practice, professional writing, and cross-cultural communication in any language your team needs.
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Tell us your language, your goal, and your level — a Berlitz Ottawa advisor will recommend the right programme and format for your situation in the NCR. Free, no obligation.
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I’d been stuck at SLE A in French for three years and it was blocking my promotion in the public service. The Berlitz centre on Sparks Street is a 10-minute walk from my department. I did lunch sessions three times a week. Twelve weeks later I passed at B across all three components. The promotion came the following month.
Berlitz Ottawa — your questions answered
Everything you need to know before booking your free consultation at Berlitz Ottawa.
Berlitz Ottawa is at 350 Sparks Street, Suite 1001, on the 10th floor — in the heart of downtown Ottawa, steps from the Lyon O-Train Station (directly across the street) and Parliament Hill, the National War Memorial, and Sparks Street Mall. The centre has 12 bright, air-conditioned classrooms with panoramic views of the capital, and is fully wheelchair accessible. Most city bus routes stop nearby, and paid parking is available in the area. Office and classroom hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 9:00pm ET, and Saturday 8:00am to 9:00pm ET.
Berlitz Ottawa offers courses in 50+ languages — including English, French, Spanish, German, Japanese, Arabic, Mandarin, Portuguese, and more — in-person or live online. French and English are our most requested programmes, particularly for federal government SLE preparation. For diplomatic, international posting, or other language needs, our native-fluent instructors guide you from any level to your goal.
Yes — this is our most requested programme in Ottawa. Berlitz Ottawa has been delivering federal government language training since 2005. Our instructors bring an average of 12 years of experience and are deeply familiar with PSC guidelines and SLE evaluation formats. We offer targeted preparation for all three components — oral proficiency, written expression, and reading comprehension — at levels A, B, and C. In-person on Sparks Street or live online from anywhere in the NCR.
Yes — many of our Ottawa students attend in-person on Sparks Street when it’s convenient and switch to live online when working from home or travelling. Your programme, instructor, and progress stay fully continuous regardless of format. Berlitz Ottawa also offers blended and e-learning formats for maximum flexibility around government work schedules.
Yes. Berlitz Ottawa offers targeted preparation for TEF Canada and TCF — French language exams widely used for Canadian immigration and admission to French-speaking universities. Your instructor knows exactly where candidates lose points and focuses on your target score and exam date. Available in-person or live online.
100% free and with no commitment. A Berlitz Ottawa advisor — a real person, not a chatbot — will contact you within 1 business day. In a 20-minute call, they’ll discuss your language goals, your current level, your schedule, and whether you prefer in-person or online. They’ll recommend the right programme and format. You only enrol if it feels right. No pressure, no upsell.
Yes. Berlitz Ottawa is a recognised training provider and we regularly work with federal departmental training budgets and Treasury Board language training allocations. Many federal public servants in Ottawa have their SLE preparation fully funded by their department. Your advisor will explain which funding options apply to your situation during your free consultation.
Your language journey starts here.
Book a free 20-minute consultation with a Berlitz Ottawa advisor. We’ll assess your level and build a programme around your goals — SLE preparation, TEF Canada, business language training, or everyday fluency. In-person on Sparks Street or live online. No obligation, ever.
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145 years of language teaching. Berlitz Ottawa — 350 Sparks Street, Suite 1001.
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Berlitz Ottawa
- +1 (613) 234-8686
- 350 Sparks St, Suite 1001
- Ottawa, ON K1R 0A4
- Lyon O-Train · Parliament Hill
- Mon–Sat 8:00am–9:00pm ET