A huge thank you to our incredible sponsors for supporting this year’s TESL Nova Scotia Spring Conference!
Your generosity and partnership help bring together educators, researchers, and professionals from across Nova Scotia and beyond for a weekend of learning, collaboration, inspiration, and community-building. Because of your support, we are able to create meaningful opportunities for professional growth, connection, and innovation in English language teaching and learning.
We are so grateful to have organizations that believe in the importance of education, community, and supporting the future of language learning. Thank you for being part of this year’s conference and helping make it such a special event!
Platinum Sponsors
TC Media ELT
At TC Media ELT, we leverage years of experience in educational publishing to offer tailor-made English Language Teaching (ELT) resources. With the needs of teachers and students at the heart of everything we do, our tried and tested ELT series provide teachers with materials to inspire their students and guide them towards success.
Learn more and connect with TC Media ELT:
Student VIP
StudentVIP is Canada’s first dedicated student health insurance provider, proudly celebrating over 40 years of excellence in student benefits. They are committed to enhancing the student experience through inclusive, accessible, and barrier-free health care coverage tailored to today’s diverse student populations.
Beyond supporting students, StudentVIP plays a vital role in protecting institutions—helping reduce risk, prevent unexpected costs, and support ESL programs with dependable, purpose-built coverage and proactive advisory support.
Learn more and connect:
- Website: www.studentvip.ca
- Instagram: @studentvipcanada
- Facebook: @studentvip101
- TikTok: @studentvipca
- LinkedIn: @student-vip-canada
Gold Sponsors
Avenue Canada
Avenue provides individual interactive LINC course activities associated with listening, speaking, reading and writing, while offering opportunities for collaboration and discussion. Its structure, combined with the variety in course activities and tools, encourages active learning where learners control the pace and type of learning. The learner courseware adapts to special needs clients and different learning preferences. Blended (hybrid) and online approaches to program delivery enable service providers to reach clients who otherwise cannot participate in programming.
Learn more: https://avenue.ca/
Ellii
Ellii is a comprehensive digital platform that empowers English language teachers around the world with high-quality content and interactive courseware. Ellii can be easily integrated into an existing curriculum, or it can serve as the primary source of teaching materials for both in-person and online classes. Their platform supports both in-person and online learning with ready-to-use materials for educators worldwide.
Learn more: https://ellii.com/
StudyInsured
StudyInsured™ offers comprehensive international student health insurance plans that provide peace of mind while students study in Canada. Their services include healthcare coverage, virtual care access, claims support, and resources tailored specifically to international students and educational institutions.
Learn more: https://www.studyinsured.com/
Silver Sponsors
Duolingo
Duolingo is a globally recognized language learning platform that uses interactive, gamified lessons to make language learning engaging and accessible. Through innovative technology and assessment tools, Duolingo continues to support learners and educators around the world.
Learn more: https://www.duolingo.com/
In-Kind Sponsors
Apex Language and Career College (ALCC)
Apex Language and Career College (ALCC) is a Halifax-based institution dedicated to supporting international students through high-quality English language education and career-focused learning opportunities. With a welcoming and student-centered environment, ALCC helps learners build language confidence, develop practical skills, and succeed in their academic and professional journeys in Canada.
Thank you once again to all our sponsors for your generosity and support. Your contributions help strengthen professional learning opportunities and foster a vibrant TESL community.
Learn more: https://www.alcc.ca/
Saint Mary’s University
Saint Mary’s University (SMU), located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is recognized for its strong commitment to student success, global engagement, and inclusive education. Through its support of language learning, international education, and community partnerships, SMU continues to foster meaningful opportunities for students, educators, and the broader TESL community.
Learn more: https://www.smu.ca/
Thank you once again to all our sponsors for your generosity and support. Your contributions help strengthen professional learning opportunities and foster a vibrant TESL community. We are incredibly grateful to have your partnership in making this year’s conference possible.
We look forward to welcoming everyone to the conference and celebrating a weekend of learning, connection, and inspiration together!
Register here: https://teslns.com/store/ (Registration closes 20 May 2026)
