English language day and evening classes for adults:

• English as a Second Language (ESL)
• Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC)

Speciality classes (schedule varies, call for information):

• academic test preparation
• preparation for IELTS and TOEFL class
• citizenship class
• may offer other classes related to spoken and written English language development and skills training

Childminding program for some LINC classes:

• free childminding for children of permanent residents and Convention refugees
• contact St George's Centre for details

ESL Summer School for students in Grades 7, 8 and Grades 9-12:

• three weeks duration in July
• apply through elementary or secondary school

Note: Start dates for all day classes, night classes and Sat classes depend on enrollment numbers

Employment Supports and Benefits

• caseworkers work closely with participants to develop individualized action plans that address unique needs
• participants guided through each stage and encouraged to stay on track
• employment benefits to assist clients in finding and starting a job

Additional employment supports include:

• basic educational upgrading
• English as a second language training
• job specific skills training
• job search assistance (resumé writing, interview preparation)
• access to volunteer and employment placements

Discretionary Benefits for recipients of Ontario Works assistance, or Ontario Disability Support Program assistance.Other programs include:

• Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) - for young parents, ages 16-25 years
• Self-Employment - training and supports to operate a business; delivered in partnership with Business Centre Guelph-Wellington
• Life Skills Case Management - intensive support for those who are experiencing issues related to addictions or mental health
• services for empoyers

Services include:

• settlement counselling and orientation:
• information and referral
• assistance with government benefits application
• assessment of English language skills
• referral to English language instruction

Settlement Services -- services to enable immigrants and refugees to integrate into Canadian society including orientation programs, language and skills training to help facilitate employment, and programs to welcome newcomers to the community. Needs and eligibility assessments, post-arrival information and referral to job search and employment counselling, assistance to establish social and professional networks to promote community engagement, and assistance to access a range of settlement and community services.

Settlement Workers in Schools Program (SWIS) -- provides settlement support to newcomer families in schools during the school year (Sep-Jun). Settlement workers connect with newcomer students and families. One-on-one and group settings. Provide settlement-related information for successful integration * services are available to all UGDSB and WCDSB schools.

Coordinated Language Assessment and Referral Services (CLARS) -- Eligibility screening, language skills assessment and referral to government-funded English language programs including Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC), LINC Home Study, English as a Second Language (ESL) programs, Enhanced Language Training (ELT), Occupation-Specific Language Training (OSLT), and Specialized Language Training (SLT).

Translation and Interpretation Program Services (TIPS) -- services for individuals and organizations

Employment Counselling Services -- assistance with resumés and job search, employment training including Canadian workplace culture, computer skills, and worker health and safety information.

Programs and Groups:

• income tax clinics, income tax information sessions
• Orientation to Ontario Workshop
• English conversation circles
• one-on-one conversation practice
• Women's Group
• Seniors' groups

Information Sessions -- available monthly on a variety of topics, visit calendar for details.

Commissioner of Oaths

Serves international students, new immigrants and refugees. Support services include:

• adaptation issues, housing needs, academic concerns, financial difficulties, faculty-student issues (grad students), personal support

Programs include:

• LINK Program matches new International Students with Guelph students for their first semester to help orient them to life on campus and in the new community
• Conversation Partners matches fluent English speakers with undergraduate and graduate English language learners to practice conversational English
• International Student Connections is a series of programs and events for international students to foster community, develop skill-building, and provide international student-specific information

Provide settlement and employment services to assist immigrant and refugees

• Cultural Diversity Program
• Language Interpretation
• English Language Assessment and Referral Services
• Settlement Services
• Employment Resource Centre
• Language Interpretation
• English Language Assessment and Referral Centre

Coordinated Language Assessment and Referral Centre

• Eligibility screening, language skills assessment and referral to government-funded English language programs including Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC), LINC Home Study, English as a Second Language (ESL) programs, Enhanced Language Training (ELT), Occupation-Specific Language Training (OSLT), and Specialized Language Training (SLT)

English conversation circles for people to practice speaking English

Free English classes for permanent residents and convention refugees as part of the Language Instruction for Newcomers (LINC) program funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship (IRCC)

• Students can study on a full-time or part-time basis
  
• Free day care is available
  

English as a Second Language classes. Improve English Canadian Language Benchmarks(CLB) literacy to Level 7 to open work and professional opportunities, broadeneducation choices and strengthen community connections. Portfolio BasedLanguage Assessments (PBLA) and real-world task-based learning with TESLcertified teachers. Language certificate for citizenship applicants whenavailable. Online options for ESL only. No childminding onsite

Free English classes for permanent residents and convention refugees as part of the Language Instruction for Newcomers (LINC) program funded by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC)

• Students can study on a full-time or part-time basis
  
• Free day care is available
  

English as a Second Language classes and Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada. Improve English Canadian Language Benchmarks(CLB) literacy to Level 7 to open work and professional opportunities, broaden education choices and strengthen community connections. Portfolio Based Language Assessments (PBLA) and real-world task-based learning with TESL certified teachers. Language certificate for citizenship applicants when available. Online options for ESL only. Onsite childminding for in-person LINC students (if available). LINC funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). English as a Second Language (ESL) funded by the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training, and Skills Development

International Languages Programs Free academic program funded by the Ministry of Education. Open to all elementary school students from JK to Grade 8 and Secondary School Language Credits are valuable for youth and adults and up to 6 different languages are offered.

Conducts IELTS Tests. (International English Language Testing System

Free English classes for permanent residents and convention refugees as part of the Language Instruction for Newcomers (LINC) program funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship (IRCC)

• Students can study on a full-time or part-time basis
  
• Free day care is available
  

Free English classes for permanent residents and convention refugees as part of the Language Instruction for Newcomers (LINC) program funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship (IRCC)

• Students can study on a full-time or part-time basis
  
• Free day care is available
  

Online English Conversation Circles * learn English and make new friendships

Provide settlement and employment services to assist immigrant and refugees

• Cultural Diversity Program
• Language Interpretation
• English Language Assessment and Referral Services
• Settlement Services
• Employment Resource Centre
• Language Interpretation
• English Language Assessment and Referral Centre

Coordinated Language Assessment and Referral Centre

• Eligibility screening, language skills assessment and referral to government-funded English language programs including Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC), LINC Home Study, English as a Second Language (ESL) programs, Enhanced Language Training (ELT), Occupation-Specific Language Training (OSLT), and Specialized Language Training (SLT)

Free English classes for permanent residents and convention refugees as part of the Language Instruction for Newcomers (LINC) program funded by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC)

• Students can study on a full-time or part-time basis
  
• Free day care is available
  

A school which offers English Language Instruction to Newcomers to Canada (the LINC program).

Free English classes for permanent residents and convention refugees as part of the Language Instruction for Newcomers (LINC) program funded by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC)

• Students can study on a full-time or part-time basis
  
• Free day care is available
  

English as a Second Language classes. Improve English Canadian Language Benchmarks(CLB) literacy to Level 7 to open work and professional opportunities, broadeneducation choices and strengthen community connections. Portfolio BasedLanguage Assessments (PBLA) and real-world task-based learning with TESLcertified teachers. Language certificate for citizenship applicants whenavailable. Online options for ESL only. No childminding onsite

The Online Conversation Circles have been developed for Newcomers to learn and practice their conversation skills in English or French, make new friendships, and build confidence.

This program provides:

• A way to stay connected and practice English or French from home
• An opportunity to make new friendships
• A space to learn about community resources

Renison ELI offers a variety of English as a second language (ESL) programs and courses to help students succeed in reading, writing, listening and speaking in English.

A continuing education service of the Halton Catholic District School Board (HCDSB) which offers Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC), English as a Second Language (ESL) from levels 1 to 10 and French as a Second Language (FSL) .

Programs designed for:

• Adult immigrants wanting to improve their ability to read, write, speak and understand English and/or French
• Exam preparation for IELTS (required for university or college entrance in Ontario)
• Adult immigrants wanting to improve their workplace skills
• Classes are free and are offered at Oakville, Burlington and Milton locations

Classes:

• Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) 1 to 10
• French as a Second Language (FSL) (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced)
• Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing
• Literacy
• Pronunciation
• Business English
• Canadian Employment Language Training (CELT) courses
• Computers for the Workplace
• IELTS / Academic English Test Preparation

Canadian Citizenship Test Preparation

• Focus on English comprehension and language skills specific to the Canadian Citizenship test
• Learn about Canadian geography, history, political system, and the cultural diversity of Canada
• Five-week course, scheduled multiple times throughout the year (call for details of course dates)

A service of the Halton Catholic District School Board offering summer literacy, secondary credit courses, International Language Program for JK-Grade 8, ESL and FSL programs

Summer Literacy and Math Programs Grades 6, 7 and 8:

• Mathematics Camp, Numeracy through Robotics Camp, Literacy Through the Arts Camp
• materials fee for Robotics

Secondary Summer School Grades 9-12:

• courses for new and make-up credits
• registration forms available from your school's Student Services Office or website

Summer Co-operative Education:

• opportunity for Grade 11, 12 or adult students to earn secondary school credits and gain employment experience
• placement must be related to a course within your high school curriculum at Grade 10-12 level

International Languages, Grades JK-8:

• an opportunity for elementary students to experience the culture, traditions and language of another country
• no previous knowledge of language is necessary
• consult website for languages

ADULT LINC/ESL/FSL Programs:

• Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada - LINC
• English as a Second Language - ESL
• French as a Second Language - FSL

Refer to Thomas Merton Centre website for contacts, locations, days and times for each of the programs

Milton: 2800 Highpoint Drive, 905-693-6676
Oakville: 255 Morden Road, 905-849-7555
Burlington: 460 Brant Street, 905-632-5858

Programs provide language training in English (ESL) and French (FSL) for those newcomers to Canada whose first language is neither English nor French

• programs use the Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) curricular standards
• all instructors are OCELT-certified

English as a Second Language (LINC/ESL)

• provides learners with the opportunity to improve their English language proficiency according to their individual learning goals and priorities, in a group setting
• curriculum is based on the Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) standards

French as a Second Language (FSL)

• offers learners opportunities to communicate in French in a variety of travel, leisure and job-related contexts
• using the NCLC curriculum standards, learners will expand their vocabulary and grammar in a variety of themes related to their daily lives with the help of dedicated & professional FSL instructors

Employment Language Training (SLT)

• offers learners opportunities to acquire specific language & communication skills to succeed in a variety of employment sectors
• using CLB curriculum standards, learners will focus on vocabulary and essential skills needed for the Canadian workplace
• content in 12 different work sectors are vetted by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and taught by certified language teachers

Overview of free ESL (English as a Second Language), FSL (French as a Second Language) and LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) classes in Halton, and directs to other related listings in this directory

WHAT ARE ESL, FSL and LINC?
All provide free training in English as a Second Language, French as a Second Language or Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada

• ESL and FSL are funded by the Government of Ontario (for Canadian citizens, refugee claimants and live-in caregivers with a work permit)
• LINC is funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (for Convention Refugees and holders of a Permanent Resident Card)

CLASSES IN HALTON:
Centre for Skills Development: (classes in Burlington, Milton and Oakville)

• offers LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) classes
• for more information see full listings here

Halton Catholic District School Board, Thomas Merton Centre for Adult and Continuing Education: (classes in Burlington, Milton and Oakville)

• offers ESL (English as a Second Language), FSL (French as a Second Language) and LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) classes
• for more information see full listing here

Halton District School Board, Gary Allan Learning Centres: (classes in Burlington, Milton and Oakville)

• offers ESL (English as a Second Language), FSL (French as a Second Language) and LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) classes
• for more information see full listing here

HMC Connections (formerly Halton Multicultural Council): (classes held in Oakville)

• offers LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) classes
• for more information see full listing here