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Vancouver has many fitness centers, places of worship, restaurants, and several stores to accompany specific dietary restrictions. Check out the list of resources below. While this is not a full list of what’s available, it can give Vancouver newcomers a head start. Fitness and Recreation Centers GEC Viva and GEC Pearson both have gyms open […]

We know it can be tough being a newcomer in a different country, or even in a different city. Vancouver is one of the largest cities in Canada, making it accessible for newcomers to reach everything they need. GEC compiled a series of blog posts for you, so you do not need to do any […]

Daha önce hiç Kanada’ya seyahat etmediyseniz, yanınıza neler getirmeniz gerektiğini tahmin edemeyebilirsiniz. Valizinizde limitli yer olduğundan, Kanada’ya giderken neler getirmeniz gerektiğini önceden düşünmeye başlamalısınız. Bazı şeyler Kanada’da Türkiye’de olduğundan çok daha pahalı olabilir. Kanada valizi hazırlarken koymanızı tavsiye ettiğimiz ve Kanada’da pahalı olan şeyleri liste halinde anlattık. Kanada’da İlk Haftanız İçin Unutmamanız Gereken Şeyler Kanada’ya […]

Preparing to come to Canada from a foreign country may be difficult, especially if you have never visited Canada before. Since you only have limited luggage space, it is beneficial to think about what to bring to Canada with you. Certain items are more expensive in Canada compared to the country you may be travelling […]

Always feel like you are running errands with no time to think about cooking? We are here to help! We broke down and simplified quick and healthy lunch recipes for work. The recipes require minimal time, and you can go do other things while they cook in the oven. Read our list of healthy easy […]

GEC Living Vancouver’da bulunan en büyük özel öğrenci konaklama ve rezidansıdır – GEC olarak en iyi eğitim deneyimini desteklemek için Metro Vancouver bölgesinde bilinen okullara yakın 4 rezidans sunuyoruz. Tamamen eşyalı apartman dairelerimizi aylık kiralayabilirsiniz. Ücretsiz yüksek hızlı Wi-Fi, ücretsiz elektrik, su, ısınma ve spor salonu gibi ek hizmetlerimiz daire fiyatlarımıza dahildir. GEC Rezidanslarımıza yürüme […]

You do not need to live in GEC Viva or GEC Granville to enjoy what Downtown Vancouver has to offer! However, if you are a resident in one of those locations, the chances are that you will get to do these activities a lot more often. Whatever your plans may be this week, set aside […]

To help save the earth’s resources, we all should consider adjusting some of our daily habits to reduce our environmental impact. It is never too late to learn about starting an eco-friendly lifestyle. Our new GEC Buildings are LEED certified (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and we proudly support environmentally-conscious living. Keep reading to […]

There is nothing comparable to the natural beauty of Vancouver. The parks and green spaces within the city are only a teaser to its captivating wild regions that surround it. We compiled a beginner’s guide to Vancouver hiking in this article. Here are the top 10 easy hikes in Vancouver you must visit: Short Trails […]

The pandemic affected everyone regardless of where they live or where they are from, prohibiting tourists, students, and temporary workers from travelling. While airlines began operating and governments eased restrictions relatively in 2021, travelling is still not advised without a non-discretionary purpose in Canada. Travelers who arrive from foreign countries must complete a 14-day self […]

Vancouver is perceived to be the most expensive city in Canada for both Canadians and people from foreign countries—Is it a myth or a truth? If the cost of living in Vancouver that high, why is it so popular amongst international students? We answer all your questions and more below. Vancouver is the Second Most […]

Catch the Tail End of Summer ⭐ Summer in Vancouver has plenty to offer. As we are getting closer to the end of Summer 2021, it’s time to make some more memories! Here are more fun things you can check out in the next few weeks before Fall comes: Eagle Coaster at Cypress Mountain Cultus Lake […]

Happiness is a Three-Day Weekend ⭐ We hope you had a wonderful weekend. Honestly, you are a star for going back to summer school, work, and other commitments after a 3-day long weekend… we don’t know how you do it! We are happy to be back at work because we have an exciting new project […]

Best Restaurants in Vancouver 🍝 Welcome to the exclusive food edition of the GEC Newsletter! If you do not eat a big bowl of pasta on a Saturday night in front of the TV, who are you really? While pasta, noodles, and all the carbs will forever give us comfort, we like to try new foods […]

Hello, July 🌞 Hey folks! Congrats on surviving the hottest weather in Vancouver last week! Please remember BC has a new mandate that bans fireworks, open fires, and campfires across the province to protect our communities, forests, and wildlife. Please take necessary precautions. On a different note, here is what is new with GEC: We recently hosted […]

Is It Really the Summer?🧐 Vancouver weather has been crazy… but it seems like it may have turned around? June has been a busy month for us here at GEC. With scheduling live tours 🎫, planning exciting events for our residents, 🎊 and trying to estimate the crazy Vancouver weather 🌧️, we almost forgot that BC’s […]

🌈 Happy Pride Month! 🌈 Surely, you have noticed June is Pride Month celebrated everywhere— What you may not know though that there is a remarkable history behind all the glitter and rainbows.  Pride month commemorates the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in New York. When a gay club in Greenwich Village was invaded by the police, […]

Welcome Back! Victoria Day falls on the last Monday preceding May 25. It was initially celebrated in honour of Queen Victoria’s birthday and later, celebrated as the official birthday of Canada’s sovereign. We consider Victoria Day to be the beginning of the summer season in Canada. We hope everyone had time to rest during the […]

GEC May Updates May has been an eventful month so far! How has your month been going? GEC Management would like to reminder all residents of the following: Do not grant access (i.e. opening the entrance door) to strangers. Every resident should use their own fob to enter the building.  Please ensure the entrance door has […]

It’s Gonna Be May Here comes the end of April. Although this week is a rainy one, hopefully we can have more sunny days in May. Here are some important dates in May: May 4: Celebrates Star Wars because of the way “May the Fourth” sounds like “May the force [be with you]” May 5: Cinco de Mayo, which […]

Are you thinking of attending Trinity Western University? Find out everything you need to know.  Trinity Western University was founded in 1962, and has grown to become Canada’s most recognized Christian university. It is also the biggest liberal arts university in the country.  The school boasts small classroom sizes (the average is 25 students/class) and […]

Happy Monday! We hope you all had an amazing weekend and were able to enjoy the beautiful sunshine! Cherry blossoms are in full bloom around the city, so we’ve rounded up some hot spots near GEC to check out, so read on for the full list. The photo above shows Cambie Street from GEC Pearson—we can’t wait […]

Hello April! Spring is here, the weather is getting warmer and everything is fresh! There are a lot of things happening in April: April Fool’s Day, Easter, The Vancouver Sun Run, and our Easter Cookies Baking Session! We are also having some fresh things for our residents. To make your living experiences with GEC unforgettable, we hired our current […]

Want to study at Kwantlen? You’re in the right place to find everything you need to know.  Kwantlen Polytechnic University formed in 1981 when it separated from Douglas College, and it is the only polytechnic university in Canada. It serves over 20,000 students annually. KPU takes students’ experience and their success very seriously. You will […]

Spring is Almost Here! Can’t believe we are already in the middle of March! Spring is right around the corner and the weather is getting nice. We hope everyone remembered to switch their clocks 1 hour ahead for Daylight Saving Time.  There are a lot of things that happened yesterday. March 14th was Pi Day, which is […]

Langara College was first founded as part of the Vancouver Community College (VCC), before it was established as an independent college in 1994. Langara is highly recognized for its University Studies, Career Studies, and Continuing Studies programs. Each year, 23,000 students attend Langara College. Pros and Cons of Studying at Langara PROS of Studying at […]

Spring is Coming After a long winter, spring is finally coming. The weather is getting warmer… The sun is going down later… We love to see it! 🌞 This week’s newsletter is all about updates! We’ve been working hard to provide new residents with an 11-night self-isolation package (if you know anyone that’s in need), we have been stepping up […]

Happy Lunar New Year! Happy Lunar New Year and we wish you all happiness, health, and prosperity. To celebrate the Lunar New Year, we hosted a red pocket lantern DIY session. Did you know that people hang red lanterns during the Lunar New Year to symbolize happiness and drive out any bad luck? It was nice to see everyone at […]

Happy February We hope you all had a wonderful January and stayed warm and healthy! February is an eventful month, with Chinese New Year on the 12th, Valentine’s Day on the 14th, and Family Day on the 15th. Long weekend! Woo hoo! February is also Black History Month in Canada and the US. Keep reading for more […]

Simon Fraser University formally opened in 1965 and aimed to be Canada’s most community-engaged research university. Currently around 30,000 students attend its three campuses every year, which also includes about 7,000 international students. You’ll have to drive or ride a bus (or hike) up a mountain to arrive at SFU Burnaby, the main university campus. […]

If you’re looking for universities to attend in Canada, chances are that you’ve heard of UBC.  UBC is one of the oldest universities in Canada as it recently turned 100 years old. The UBC Vancouver Campus serves 55,990 students – 16,131 of which are international students who come from China, USA, India, South Korea, Brazil, […]

How is everyone’s 2021 so far? Has it been fun, exciting, disappointing, or uncertain? January is the coldest month of the year, so make sure you keep warm and stay healthy.  In the last two weeks, we hosted a virtual Zumba fitness session with Michèlle from West Trek Social Club. It was nice to see everyone turn on […]

Cheers to a New Year! Welcome to our first newsletter in 2021! We hope everyone had a restful holiday break and we wish everyone a healthy and happy 2021. In this upcoming year, we will continue to find new ways to bring our community together with more fun social events, contest giveaways, and exciting opportunities for our […]

Get Ready for the Holidays! There are only 11 sleeps until Christmas! We’re working hard to prepare special goodies for all our residents this holiday, which will be delivered December 21 to 23. Follow us on Instagram @gecliving for a sneak peek of our surprise. Our newsletter will also be taking a break until January 4, so we hope you don’t miss […]

It’s the last day of November and we’re finally stepping into the holiday season! We’re working hard to prepare special goodies for all our residents this winter. Follow us on Instagram @gecliving for a sneak peek of our surprise. We’ll also be sharing easy DIY gift ideas every week, so don’t forget to tag us if you make something nice! We’ll see you there! Talk soon, Danika and […]

As we head into the colder months, we know it’s tempting to crank up the heat, but we’d like to share some energy saving tips to be friendlier to our planet and reduce our energy consumption: Turn off the lights when you’re out of the room. Unplug any chargers that aren’t in use. Bundle up! […]

Happy November! Another month is upon us and we hope everyone remembered to change their clocks backward 1 hour for Daylight Savings Time. Last month, we held a Pumpkin Carving Party with Sala Thai, had an Instagram contest for PNE tickets, hosted an online game of Pictionary, met our residents for pizza, and delivered Halloween goodie bags […]

Thank you to everyone who joined our Pumpkin Carving Party on Thursday! We had so much fun carving with Chef Nok, four time Thailand National Champion in Fruit Carving and head chef at Sala Thai restaurant on Burrard. In case you missed it, the recorded livestream will be posted on our IGTV. We will continue to host events and activities for […]

Welcome to the GEC Newsletter! Welcome to our first ever GEC newsletter! This newsletter will be sent every two weeks to give you the latest on upcoming events, activities, opportunities, announcements, and more. We know the last few months have been tough, so we want to connect with you and make your time at GEC the best it […]

Vancouver, B.C., January 5th, 2021 – CIBT Education Group Inc. (TSX: MBA, OTCQX International: MBAIF) (“CIBT” or the “Company”) is pleased to provide an update on the GEC King Edward® project (the “Project”). In October 2017, GEC King Edward Limited Partnership acquired three parcels of land to develop student-centric rental apartments to be combined with allocated […]

Vancouver, B.C., December 1, 2020 – CIBT Education Group Inc. (TSX: MBA, OTCQX International: MBAIF) (“CIBT” or the “Company”) is pleased to report that an investor has agreed to invest a total of $7 million in two tranches into the GEC® Oakridge project. The first tranche of $3.5 million has closed, with the second tranche to close […]

Vancouver, B.C., November 3rd, 2020 – CIBT Education Group Inc. (TSX: MBA, OTCQX International: MBAIF) (“CIBT” or the “Company”), a leading education and student housing provider, is pleased to provide an update on its GEC®  branded real estate portfolio. The total GEC® branded portfolio comprises 11 projects, 16 buildings and over 1.5 million square feet of net […]

Vancouver, B.C., October 27th, 2020 – CIBT Education Group Inc. (TSX: MBA, OTCQX International: MBAIF) (“CIBT” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that its newest subsidiary limited partnership, GEC® Marine Gateway Limited Partnership (“Project 11”), has completed the acquisition of two residential rental buildings collectively called GEC® Marine Gateway (“MC1 and MC2”) located at the corner […]

Vancouver, B.C. July 20th, 2018 – CIBT Education Group Inc. (TSX: MBA, OTCQX International: MBAIF) (“CIBT” or the “Company”) is pleased to report that one of the real estate limited partnerships in which it holds an interest has executed a subject removal agreement pertaining to the sale of one of the GEC® branded Vancouver properties (the […]

Vancouver, B.C., July 23rdth, 2018 – CIBT Education Group Inc. (TSX: MBA, OTCQX International: MBAIF) (“CIBT” or the “Company”) is pleased to report that one of its real estate investment projects (the “Project”), to be located in Richmond, BC has received Third Reading approval by Richmond City Council. The approvals are based on a community development plan […]

Vancouver, BC – April 30, 2018 – CIBT Education Group Inc. (“CIBT” or the “Company”) (TSX: MBA, OTCQX International: MBAIF) is pleased to report the successful completion by Global Education City (Richmond) II Limited Partnership of the phase II $15 million equity raise for Global Education City® (Richmond), the eighth GEC® location, described in CIBT’s news […]

Vancouver, B.C. March 19th, 2018 – CIBT Education Group Inc. (TSX: MBA, OTCQX International: MBAIF) (“CIBT” or the “Company”) is pleased to report that pursuant to the Company’s news release of January 24th, 2018, it has completed the buy-out of the former majority owner of the limited partnership that owned one of the GEC® branded downtown Vancouver […]

Vancouver, BC – March 12th, 2018 – CIBT Education Group Inc. (TSX: MBA, OTCQX International: MBAIF) is pleased to announce that one of its real estate investment limited partnerships (the “LP”) has entered into referral fee agreements with a real estate development group (the “Group”) for an equity raise of up to $60 million for a […]

Vancouver, BC – March 7th, 2018 – CIBT Education Group Inc. (TSX: MBA, OTCQX International: MBAIF) is pleased to announce that one of its real estate investment limited partnerships has entered into a formal Purchase and Sale Agreement to sell four commercial ground floor units at GEC® Burnaby Heights for $6 million.  The closing is expected […]

Vancouver, B.C., September 7th, 2016 – CIBT Education Group Inc. (TSX: MBA, OTCQX International: MBAIF) (“CIBT” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the WestStone Group, a leading real estate development company in Western Canada, to construct the GEC Education Mega Center in Surrey, B.C. The […]

March 15th, 2016 Vancouver, BC: CIBT Education Group Inc. (“CIBT”) (TSX: MBA, OTCQX International: MBAIF) is pleased to report that pursuant to its news release dated December 10th 2015 entitled “CIBT Subsidiary Expands Student Housing Portfolio to Burnaby Heights”, the offering of limited partnership units relating to the GEC Burnaby Heights project have been fully […]

As part of a three-year student housing project led by CIBT Education Group Inc., the education management company has acquired two additional properties in Central Vancouver. This property follows CIBT Education Group’s acquisition and successful launch of Viva Suites Hotel in the first quarter of 2015. The housing project aims to cater to the growing number of international […]

July 15th, 2015: CIBT Education Group Inc. (TSX: MBA, OTCQX International: MBAIF) (“CIBT”) is pleased to report that it has completed the first phase of renovations to its Viva Tower project which boosted the number of available market rental beds to 90 from the originally designed 35 beds. CIBT is now proceeding to Phase 2 […]