Learn English. Find Friends. Understand Canadian Culture.
Intercultural Ministries at Foothills exists to welcome and serve newcomers to Canada, helping immigrants and their families settle into life in Calgary while building pathways to Jesus. Each week, free classes and community events provide opportunities to learn, make friends and feel connected. From English classes and cultural orientation to ping-pong clubs and social gatherings, everyone is invited to participate. For those with spiritual curiosity, we walk alongside people as they explore faith and take steps toward Jesus. Friendly volunteers lead conversations, listen well and create space where people from every background can belong.
Classes & Events
Term dates are set each season — email esl@myfoothills.ca to register and we'll send the current schedule the same week.
Your first visit
Come to any class or the ping-pong club — no registration needed for a first look. Someone will sit with you, and nothing requires perfect English. That's the point.
Bring a friend
Most people arrive because a neighbour brought them. If you know someone new to the city, forward this page — it's the invitation.
Email in any language — we will find a way to answer. Students get a weekly email with class links and lessons.