Government Classes

Government Classes

In Canada, the federal and provincial governments offer numerous programs and institutions to teach the language to newcomers. These programs are usually free and aim to help immigrants better integrate into society and the labor market.

1. LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada)

  • Details:
    • A free program offered by the Government of Canada.
    • English language training for newcomers with permanent residents and refugees.
    • It focuses on language learning relevant to Canadian daily life, work, and culture.
  • Where to enroll?:
    • Through local Immigrant Services  centers or the IRCC website.

2. CLB (Canadian Language Benchmarks)

  • Details:
    • Assess your English level to determine the right class.
    • It is usually done before attending LINC  classes.
  • How is it done?:
    • You can go to the nearest language assessment centre.
    • Ask local newcomer services for information about assessment centres.

3. Settlement Agencies

  • Newcomer Service Centers:
    • They offer a variety of services, including language lessons, job help, and counseling.
    • Examples:
      • YMCA Newcomer Services
      • Immigrant Services Calgary
      • Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program Services
  • You can use provincial websites to find these centers, such as:

4. ESL (English as a Second Language) Programs

  • Details:
    • Language classes offered by the provincial or local government.
    • Especially for those who need working and professional language skills.
  • How to register?:

5. IELTS Preparation (Free or Low-Cost)

  • Some government institutions also offer language test preparation courses such as IELTS . If you plan to work or continue your education, these courses are very useful.

6. Collège and University Language Programs

  • Some Canadian colleges and universities have language programs for newcomers:
    • Seneca College
    • George Brown College
    • University of Toronto Continuing Studies
  • These programs may include cost but are of very high quality.

7. TVO Learn (Ontario)

  • A free online app for learning language and other skills.
  • Website: TVO Learn

How to get started?

  1. Contact your nearest Newcomer Service Center.
  2. Register for a language assessment at CLB.
  3. Join the LINC program or ESL  classes.

If you specify a specific city or province, I can provide more detailed information

 In Canada, there are language centers and institutions for newcomers in all provinces and territories. The following are the important government and related centers in each province and territory :

Provinces of Canada

1. Ontario

  • LINC & ESL Centers:
    • YMCA Newcomer Services (in Toronto and other major cities)
    • Toronto District School Board (TDSB):
       Free ESL  courses for adults.
      • Website: TDSB ESL
    • Catholic Immigration Centre (Ottawa):
      Provides language and social integration services.
  • Find the nearest center:
    • Ontario Government Website: Find Ontario Newcomer Services

2. بریتیش کلمبیا (British Columbia)

  • LINC & ESL Centers:
    • MOSAIC (Vancouver):
      Language and Immigrant Support Services.
    • Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC):
      One of the largest providers of language and settlement services.
  • Find the nearest center:

3. Alberta

  • LINC & ESL Centers:
    • Calgry Immigrant Education Society (CIES):
      Language training and work skills.
    • Edmondon Mennonite Centre for Newcomers (EMCN):
      Language courses and job services.
      • Website: EMCN
  • Find the nearest center:
    • Immigrant Alberta Services

4. کبک (Quebec)

  • This is for courses in French (LINC یا معادل آن به زبان فرانسه):
    • Accueil et Intégration Bas-Saint-Laurent:
      دوره های زبان برای تازه واردان.
    • Ministère de l'Immigration, de la Francisation et de l'Intégration (MIFI):
      وب سایت: MIFI Québec
  • For English:
    • YMCA Quebec
      English Language and Social Skills Courses.

5. Manitoba

  • LINC & ESL Centers:
    • Manitoba Start (Winnipeg):
      Language training and immigration services.
    • WELARC (Winnipeg English Language Assessment and Referral Centre):
      Assessment and introduction to appropriate courses.

6. Saskatchewan

  • LINC & ESL Centers:
    • Regina Open Door Society (RODS):
      Language services and support for newcomers.
    • Saskatchewan Intercultural Association (Saskatoon):
      Educational and cultural courses.

7. نوا اسکوشیا (Nova Scotia)

  • LINC & ESL Centers:
    • Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS):
      Language and Job Skills Services.

8. Newfoundland and Labrador (Newfoundland and Labrador)

  • LINC & ESL Centers:
    • Associated for New Canadeans (ANC):
      Language services and social integration.

9. نیوبرانزویک (New Brunswick)

  • LINC & ESL Centers:
    • Multicultural Society of Fredricton (MCAF):
      Provides language and culture courses.
      • Website: MCAF

10. PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

  • LINC & ESL Centers:
    • PEI Association for Newcomers to Canada (PEIANC):
      خدمات زبان و استقرار.

11. Yukon, Nunavut & Northwest Territories

  • LINC & ESL Centers:
    • Yukon Learn Society:
      Educational and Language Services.
    • Aurora College (NWT):
      Language courses for newcomers.
      • Website: Aurora College

Note:

  • To find the nearest center, you can use the IRCC Tool:Find LINC Class

 

1. Alberta

  • Calgary Immigrant Women's Association (CIWA)
    • Location: Calgary
    • Services: English Classes and Accommodation Programs
    • وب‌سایت: ciwa-online.com
  • Edmonton Mennonite Centre for Newcomers (EMCN)
    • Location: Edmonton
    • Services: Language training and accommodation services
    • وب‌سایت: emcn.ab.ca

2. بریتیش کلمبیا (British Columbia)

  • Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC)
    • Location: Vancouver
    • Services:  LINC Classes and Accommodation Services
    • وب‌سایت: issbc.org
  • MOSAIC
    • Location: Vancouver
    • Services: Language Instruction and Employment Programs
    • وب‌سایت: mosaicbc.org

3. Manitoba

  • Manitoba Start
    • Location: Winnipeg
    • Services: Language Assessment and LINC Classes
    • وب‌سایت: manitobastart.com
  • Immigrant Centre Manitoba
    • Location: Winnipeg
    • Services: Language training and accommodation services
    • وب‌سایت: icmanitoba.com

4. نیوبرانزویک (New Brunswick)

  • Multicultural Association of Fredericton (MCAF)
    • Location: Fredericton
    • Services: Language classes and accommodation programs
    • وب‌سایت: mcaf.nb.ca
  • YMCA of Greater Saint John
    • Location: St. John's
    • Services: Language training and accommodation services
    • وب‌سایت: saintjohny.ymca.ca

5. Newfoundland and Labrador (Newfoundland and Labrador)

  • Association for New Canadians (ANC)
    • Location: St. John's
    • Services: Language classes and accommodation services
    • وب‌سایت: ancnl.ca

6. نوا اسکوشیا (Nova Scotia)

  • Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS)
    • Location: Halifax
    • Services: Language Instruction and Accommodation Programs
    • وب‌سایت: isans.ca

7. Ontario (Ontario)

  • Toronto District School Board (TDSB)
    • Location: Toronto
    • Services:  ESL and LINC Classes
    • وب‌سایت: tdsb.on.ca
  • YMCA of Greater Toronto
    • Location: Toronto
    • Services: Language training and accommodation services
    • وب‌سایت: ymcagta.org

8. PEI (Prince Edward Island)

  • Immigrant & Refugee Services Association PEI (IRSA PEI)
    • Location: Charlottetown
    • Services: Language training and accommodation services
    • وب‌سایت: irsapei.ca

9. کبک (Quebec)

  • West Island Multi-Service Integration Centre (CIMOI)
    • Location: Montreal
    • Services: French language classes and accommodation services
    • وب‌سایت: cimoi.com
  • YMCA of Québec
    • Location: Montreal
    • Services: Language Instruction and Accommodation Programs
    • وب‌سایت: ymcaquebec.org

10. Saskatchewan

  • Regina Open Door Society (RODS)
    • Location: Regina
    • Services: Language classes and accommodation services
    • وب‌سایت: rods.sk.ca
  • Saskatoon Open Door Society (SODS)
    • Location: Saskatoon
    • Services: Language Instruction and Accommodation Programs
    • وب‌سایت: sods.sk.ca

11. قلمروهای شمال غربی (Northwest Territories)

  • Aurora College
    • Location: Yellowknife
    • Services: Language Learning Programs for Newcomers
    • وب‌سایت: auroracollege.nt.ca

12. Nunavut

  • Nunavut Arctic College
    • Location: Iqaluyit
    • Services: Basic Language and Skills Programs
    • وب‌سایت: arcticcollege.ca

13. Yukon

  • Yukon College
    • Location: and