Provides public access to books and other materials, free computer and internet access, print (25 cents per page), scan (free), and fax services, and programs for infants, children, teens, and adults. Programs include virtual computer literacy classes, English...

Offers free, government-sponsored Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) for newcomers to Canada, age 17 or older, who are approved for permanent residence. Classes ranging from literacy to advanced level are available mornings, afternoons, or eve...

Offers permanent residents (landed immigrants) and international students a variety of intermediate, advanced and university preparatory English courses for college/university entry. Courses cover reading, writing, speaking, listening, and grammar skills, and...

Access point for Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC), free basic and intermediate English language instruction for adult newcomers to Canada. Assesses prospective students for eligibility and training level using the Canadian Language Benchmark...

Helps to build a better tomorrow through various services. Education services include ESL classes for new immigrants, scholarships for community-involved students who are pursuing post-secondary education, and yoga class. During tax season, offers free income ...

Offers language exchange programs for adults, many of whom are immigrants or refugees. Programs run eight to 12 weeks in the fall, spring, and sometimes summer; classes run weekly for two hours with trained facilitators and materials provided. Partners spend h...

Offers beginner to advanced English language training, including International English Language Testing System (IELTS) and Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) preparation, as well as classes on specialized topics such as pronunciation, grammar, writi...

Provides free English classes for adult newcomers to Canada who are permanent residents or refugees. Helps with all communication needs, but focuses on topics such as Canadian laws, health care, society, job market, and many topics that are important for life ...

Provides free English classes for adult newcomers to Canada who are permanent residents or refugees. Provides basic instruction in conversation, reading, and writing to convey essential knowledge of Canada for newcomers. Program hours vary. Funded by Immigrati...

A newspaper and online resource published from September through June to help learners develop reading and language skills through newsworthy articles about living in British Columbia and Canada. Provides an introduction to Canadian daily newspapers, as well a...

National, standardized system for measuring a person's English language proficiency. The Canadian Language Benchmark Placement Test (CLBPT) is a streamlined, valid test providing useful information for clients and those working with them. Fees are charged. Not...

Offers English classes for newcomers ineligible for the Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) classes. Fees are charged. Services are delivered in person and remotely by appointment. Office hours are 10 am to 2 pm Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays...

Provides tuition-free English classes for adult newcomers to Canada who are permanent residents or convention refugees. Provides students English language training from Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 1 through 8. Placement of new students is determined by t...

Provides free English classes for adult immigrants and refugees to help them gain the language and knowledge to start their new lives and settle in Canada. Must be a Permanent Resident of Canada and age 17 years of age or older. The English Canadian Language B...

Supports the social and economic integration of newcomers in Vancouver who are not eligible to receive services from federally funded programs. Program serves refugee claimants, temporary foreign workers, Ukrainians who have arrived in Vancouver through the CU...

Offers settlement services supporting new immigrants in adjusting to life in Canada by providing help with applying to all Canadian federal and provincial benefits; basic language translation/interpretation services; food aid through referrals to community pro...

Provides free English classes for adult immigrants and refugees to help them gain the language and knowledge to start their new lives and settle in Canada. Must be a Permanent Resident of Canada and age 17 years of age or older. The English Canadian Language B...

Provides free English classes for adult newcomers to Canada who are permanent residents or refugees. Helps with all communication needs, but focuses on topics such as Canadian laws, health care, society, job market, and many topics that are important for life ...

Supports the social and economic integration of newcomers in Vancouver. Free settlement services include orientation, information and referral to community services, basic employment services, Canadian culture and citizenship classes, financial literacy traini...

Supports the social and economic integration of newcomers who are not eligible to receive services from federally funded programs. Program serves refugee claimants, temporary foreign workers, post-secondary international students, provincial nominees who are n...

Offers educational, cultural, recreational, and social programs for people in the Collingwood-Renfrew area of Vancouver. Operates licensed child care programs, day camps, and a Family Place with activities for preschoolers and social time for caregivers. Also ...

Provides free Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) for adult newcomers to Canada who are permanent residents or refugees. Offers free childcare for students with children 18 months to five years. Classes are held Monday to Friday at Collingwood ...

Provides free English classes for adult newcomers (ages 17 and up) to Canada who are permanent residents or refugees. Classes introduce students to Canadian culture and services in the community, as well as Canada's political system, laws, employment, and heal...

Provides settlement services for immigrants and refugees (protected persons and convention refugees). Services include new immigrant orientation and referrals, Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) classes, public workshops, a legal aid advice pr...

Morning, afternoon, and evening English classes for adults are held in two Burnaby locations. Funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Placement of new students is determined by testing administered by the Western ESL Services' LINC Asses...