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Language Instruction for Newcomers in Canada

Join our Free English Classes! We offer Free English Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC). Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) LEVELS 1 – 6. Our classes will  improve your English language skills to help you find work and settle into life in Canada.

 

You can join our free summer classes online or in-person in Oakville, Burlington or Milton.

 

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Client Testimonials

The part of the program I found most helpful and engaging was the combination of online workplace language training and the in-person hands-on workshops. The language classes with Natalie were incredibly well-structured—she made every session interactive, informative, and encouraging. Natalie not only taught us industry-specific language, but also created a supportive learning environment where we felt comfortable asking questions and practicing our communication skills. The in-person workshop was another highlight for me. Getting the chance to work with real tools,…

Aziz Burlington, ON

If anyone has friends who are newcomers with abroad professional experiences but need a bridge to navigate to new culture, new life, new job and new future, I strongly recommend them to take ELT class at Centre for Skills Development. I met Angela Spadafora and her team two years ago and received extremely great support and…

Clark C. Burlington, ON

Workplace Language Training for Customer Service. Thank you for your unwavering support and encouragement. Your passion for teaching and dedication to our growth made every lesson empowering. You inspired me with confidence, equipped me with real-world skills, and showed sincere care for each student. Because of you, I feel ready to succeed and motivated to keep learning. You truly make a difference—please keep inspiring others as you have inspired…

Eve Gaborn Burlington, ON

MORNING CLASSES

September 2025 – June 2026
Monday to Friday

In-Person
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Online
9:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Registration is now open.

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AFTERNOON CLASSES

September 2025 – June 2026
Monday to Friday

In-Person
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Online
12:30 PM to 2:00 PM

Registration is now open.

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EVENING CLASSES

September 2025 – June 2026
Monday to Wednesday

Online Only
6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Registration is now open.

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

  • Learn & develop your English with a focus on listening & speaking skills 
  • Improve your reading & writing skills with in- class and online assignments 
  • Increase your CLB levels with weekly assessments and skill using activities
  • Practice your conversation skills in a fun and lively way with smaller breakout groups 
  • Improve your grammar and pronunciation
  • Meet new friends and socialize in a comfortable setting 
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Trouble Registering Online?

Contact us at:

Tel.: 905-333-3499 x 415
TF.: 1-888-315-5521 x 415
Email: newcomers@centreforskills.ca

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On-line

On-line classes (via Zoom):

  • Morning classes: Monday to Friday – 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM
  • Afternoon classes: Monday to Friday – 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
  • Evening classes: Monday to Wednesday – 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
  • For all our online classes, learners are expected to use a computer or laptop with a functional camera turned on during class.

In-person

In-person classes are held in Oakville, Burlington or Milton:

  • Morning classes: Monday to Friday – 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
  • Afternoon classes: Monday to Friday – 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM

Weekly homework/assignments will be given as extra practice offline. Instruction times/days may change based on enrollment.

Eligibility

Permanent Residents, Convention Refugees or temporary residents with a VISA from Gaza who:

  • Have an up-to-date CLB skill level assessment (if you do not have this, we can book an assessment for you)
  • Are adult immigrants (18+) who are residents of Ontario

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