The LINC Program uses Portfolio based Language Assessment to help students progress through the Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) levels. Students are taught basic and advanced topics to help them integrate into Canadian society, while learning English. All students are also provided with weekly digital training computer classes.
- Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking skills
- Morning, afternoon or evening classes
- In-person, online or hybrid classes
- Loaner laptops available
English classes are available for both women and men.
Childcare for Newcomer Children (CNC) is available for children aged 6 months to 6 years.
Literacy Levels (Pre-Foundation, Foundation and Pre-CLB):
Students learn basic communication skills to help them engage in every day activities and prepare them for higher level CLB classes.
- Alphabet letters and sounds
- Numbers and money
- Simple conversation
CLB Levels 1-4:
At these levels, students improve their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Depending on their goals, students will learn skills to help prepare them for:
- Employment
- Independence in the community
- Canadian citizenship
- Higher education
Online Evening Class: CLB 3-4
Online evening classes are for student who are not able to attend during the day. Classes are taught Monday to Friday, between 6:00pm to 9:00pm. Flexibility is provided for students who need to work. Intermediate skills are taught and assessed to help students advance through CLB stages. Loaner laptops are provided.
Childcare for Newcomer Children (CNC)
Childcare services are provided for students attending LINC classes or clients accessing settlement services.
- Children 6 months – 6 years old
- Healthy and nutritious snacks
- Educational and fun activities
- Referrals to community services
Eligibility
- Permanent Resident
- Convention Refugees
For more information, please contact us via email at Language@wwwwiw.org or call 519-915-5588 ext. 502.
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