For someone who is learning English, tasks like joining a video call, opening an email link, remembering a password or navigating an online classroom can feel like an extra language of their own. The good news is that you do not need to be a technology expert before you can benefit from online English classes. Read this article from our partner, Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy (CBAL), to learn more.
As a commercial and financial hub of the country, Toronto welcomes many newcomers who come from diverse educational and professional backgrounds. The Toronto District School Board delivers free and low-cost programming specifically aimed at helping professional newcomers plant roots in their new community. This article features some tips from them on how to best prepare yourself as a newcomer professional.
CELPIP stands for the Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program and is an English test that allows test takers to demonstrate their ability to function in English. The CELPIP Test has been designated by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for use by individuals applying for permanent resident status and citizenship in Canada.
Are you interested in learning more about the Francophone culture in Canada? Have you ever thought about learning French? Are you enjoying the French-learning experience?
It’s great if you are!
Niagara College’s fully-funded language training programs provide eligible newcomers with an opportunity to enhance and develop their English skills through an employment focused academic setting.
Meet Maria Delgado. She is one of Next Stop Canada’s electronic Newcomer Information Centre (eNIC) mentors who helps pre-arrival newcomers before settling in Canada.
Moving to Canada can be exciting but you may feel a little nervous, especially if you are not comfortable with speaking English or French. The YMCA Language Assessment and Referral Centre can help you start the process of learning and improving your English or French language skills.