Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) Program

Supports free language training in English and French for adult newcomers who are permanent residents or refugees. French-language classes are called Cours de langue pour les immigrants au Canada (CLIC). Language classes funded by the federal government are offered in all provinces and territories and are delivered by community agencies. LINC classes are based on the Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB). Newcomers must first visit a Language Assessment Centre to take a test and find out which level of language class is best for them. Language assessment centres refer newcomers to a local LINC class at the right level. Language assessment centres and other organizations that help newcomers are listed at www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/map/services.