Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) will help you learn the everyday English and life skills you need to participate in Canadian society.

Benefits

• practical training in spoken and written English
• practice in a variety of settings, inside and outside of the classroom
• computer-assisted language learning
• attention to your needs
• friendly, helpful professors
• access to advanced educational opportunities
• certificate earned reflects high standards of learning

More Information

• classes are tailored to your ability and very little English is needed for our program
• it is for beginner to high intermediate learners
• you will learn how to use English in many activities, such as: banking, getting around, shopping, seeing a doctor, finding housing, getting a job, recreation and handling emergencies
• Canadian history, geography, politics and culture are also discussed
• in addition to receiving formal classroom instruction, you learn through a variety of communication activities in the context of real-life situations
• you will also have access to computer labs, where you will learn English with the help of exciting, new ESL software
• a wide selection of textbooks, tapes and video materials is also available

Who Is Eligible?

• the program is free to permanent residents and convention refugees

How Can I Apply?

• you must first contact the YMCA at (416) 925-5462 to test your current level and arrange for a referral to this program. For general information on LINC please call (416)289-5000 ext 7540.

Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) is sponsored by Citizenship and Immigration Canada.