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Language Instruction for Work

Join our free LINC TO WORK classes! We offer Free English Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) who are preparing for work and have reached the Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 4.

 

Our classes will further improve your English language skills to help you find work and prepare for a career in Canada.

 

Join our free in person classes in Oakville or Milton.

 

Register here
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Client Testimonials

I’m incredibly grateful for everything I learned in my ELT class. The knowledge and support I received played a big role in helping me land a job. Huge thanks to @Lara Lyn, @Angelea, and @Ryan for their guidance and…

Rajachowdhary Komminni Burlington, ON

Workplace Language Training – Customer Service I am thrilled to have participated in the customer service course offered by the Centre for Skills and Development. I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to our instructors, Angela and Melissa, for their exceptional support and dedication. From start to finish, they were passionate, devoted, and committed to helping each student individually to succeed. They also created a very comfortable and welcoming environment, encouraging us to share our experiences and thoughts. Their use of…

Asma Benothman Burlington, ON

Workplace Language Training – Skilled Trades Exploration for Newcomers I am very happy to participate at WLT at center of skill for development we have two instructors that help us and teach us what the we need it Our program started October 30 since 20 December we join in person class at Wednesday and The other days of week we join at zoom lesson that also improve our knowledge for zoom app That program help me to know the STAR…

Khwaja Esmatulah Sedeequi Burlington, ON

Information Sessions

Would you like to learn more about our Language Instruction for Work classes, including what the program covers and what you can expect? Join one of our online information sessions. Click on a date below to register.

Registration

September – December 2026

Classes are held in person at our Oakville and Milton locations

Monday to Friday
9:00 AM to 2:30 PM

 

 

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Learn and practice your English with certified (OCELT) and knowledgeable instructors! 

  • Job Search Strategies
  • Resume & Cover Letters
  • Interview Practice
  • Customer Service & Soft Skills
  • Workplace Language
  • Communication Skills
  • Workplace Relationships
  • Workplace Culture
  • Networking for Work

In-person

Classes are held in Oakville and Milton.

Homework / assignments will be given as extra practice.

Classes run from April to June 2026.

This class is for you if:

You want to improve your language skills, learn about Canadian workplace culture and prepare for work.

You are looking for work & experience in any Canadian job, field or industry.

You want access to employment or volunteering opportunities.

Eligibility

Permanent Residents, Convention Refugees or Temporary Residents with a VISA from Gaza.

You have an up-to-date CLB skill level assessment 4. (if you do not have this, we can book an assessment for you).

You are adult immigrants (18+) who are residents of Ontario.

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Trouble Registering Online?

Contact us at:

Tel.: 905-333-3499 x 460
TF.: 1-888-315-5521 x 460
Email: newcomers@centreforskills.ca

Contact us

Our programs and services are funded by the Government of Canada / Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada