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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 summer classes online or in-person in Oakville, Burlington or Milton.

 

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Client Testimonials

I want to express my deepest gratitude to Angela, Melissa, and Jis for the invaluable guidance that you guys have provided over the past six weeks. Your dedication to teaching us about employment in Canada has been outstanding, from teaching us how to create resumes and cover letters to preparing us for interviews. Your passion and enthusiasm in teaching are truly inspiring. You’ve not only taught us about workplace culture but also encouraged us to constantly improve. You all go…

Rozina Rahman Oakville, 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

Workplace Language Training – Skilled Trades Exploration for Newcomers The WLT Skilled Trades Exploration course was well-paced, and presented at a level that allowed me to learn quickly and in depth without any confusion. The course exceeded my expectations in many regards, especially in the depth of information that was supplied. I also improved immensely on how to prepare myself for interviews, and so much help was given to me by the teachers in regards to my resume, helping you…

Nabil Al Oufu Burlington, ON

MORNING CLASSES

July 2, 2025 – August 1 2025
Monday to Friday

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

Online
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

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AFTERNOON CLASSES

July 2, 2025 – August 1 2025
Monday to Friday

Online
12:30 PM to 2:00 PM

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EVENING CLASSES

July 2, 2025 – August 1 2025
Monday to Wednesday

Online Only
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

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Registration for classes starting in September will open in August 2025.

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 12:00 PM
  • Afternoon classes: Monday to Friday – 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
  • Evening classes: Monday to Wednesday – 7:00 PM to 9:00 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

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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