Ground School - Private Pilot Course A 40 hour academic course is also required. It will provide you with valuable knowledge on all of the aviation subjects on which you will be tested. Notes should be taken and you should be prepared to spend approximately 60 hours of self-study in addition to the 40 hours stated above. It will also provide you the opportunity to interact with fellow students and share your experiences. Books and navigational equipment required for your ground school.

Ground School - Commercial Pilot Course A 80 hour ground school is also required; this can either be one on one or in a classroom with other students. 

Topics covers the entire training programs associated with Transport Canada

Canadian Aviation Regulations, Aerodynamics & Theory of Flight, Meteorology, Airframes, Engines and Systems, Flight Instruments, Radio and Electronic Theory, Navigation, Flight Operations, Licensing Requirements and Human Factors (including pilot decision making)