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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 – 8. Our classes will  improve your English language skills to help you find work and settle into life in Canada.

 

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

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Client Testimonials

I’m happy to share that I’ve successfully completed my 12-week Enhanced Language Training course at the Centre for Skills Development! This journey has been an incredible experience filled with learning, growth, and new friendships. A huge THANK YOU to our amazing teachers Angela Spadafora, Lara Lyn, and Ryan Thompson for their invaluable support and guidance. Last week, I had the pleasure of attending the in-person Meet and Greet 2025 event in Burlington at Centre for Skills Development. It was an…

Oxana F Burlington, ON

I’d like to share the exciting news that I have found employment. I have been hired as the supply chain manager at Hankook Tires Canada Corporation located in Brampton.  Hankook Tires is one of the top global tire manufacturers, and the Canadian branch plays a crucial role in distributing tires produced in various countries (including the USA, China, Korea, Indonesia, and Hungary) across all regions of Canada. It’s been about three weeks since I started working here.  Also, I’d like…

James Burlington, ON

I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to the Centre For Skills Development, to our instructors (Marcella, Kate and Ryan) and all the people behind this program for your guidance and support throughout the duration of the Enhanced Language Training program. As a newcomer to Canada, the skills and knowledge I’ve gained under your instruction have been extremely useful in navigating both the language and cultural aspects of my new home.   This program exceeded all my…

Joven Burlington, ON

MORNING CLASSES

September 2024 – June 2025
Monday to Friday

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

Online
9:00 AM to 11:30 AM

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AFTERNOON CLASSES

September 2024 – June 2025
Monday to Friday

In-Person
12:30 PM to 2:30 PM PM

Online
12:30 PM to 2:00 PM

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EVENING CLASSES

September 2024 – June 2025
Monday to Wednesday

Online Only
6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

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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 

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

  • 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 
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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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