Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada

Calgary Catholic Immigration Society


Description
Provides instruction on listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, with specialized classes focusing on conversation skills and writing skills

Service offers:

  • English as a Second Language classes, both full-time and part-time
  • a program which accepts students on a continuous intake basis
  • ESL at various levels; from beginner levels, including literacy concerns, up to a basic proficiency level as defined by the Canadian Language Benchmarks
  • a computer component in all classes
  • an on-site daycare

Affiliation: Citizenship and Immigration Canada
Key Provider: ESL Teachers ESL Volunteers
Eligibility
Yes, Service targeted to:
  • immigrants to Canada, who fit in required language proficiency guidelines
  • individuals with an assessment through ILVARC (offered through Immigrant Services Calgary)
Application Process
Service Access: Registration Required, To access service:
  • an assessment must be completed through ILVARC
  • register with assessment by calling 403-264-4850

Referral Process: Yes,

Referals are accepted by individuals who have been assessed through ILVARC offered through Immigrant Services Calgary.




Waiting Period: Yes,

Waiting period is from immediate to three months, based on whether infant daycare required, or if class is full.


Telephone
403-264-4850
Web Site
https://www.ccisab.ca/professionals-job-seekers/linc.html
Email
contact@ccisab.ca
Languages
Interpreters / Translators - CCIS has a multidisciplinary team of professionals who collectively speak over 60 languages, and will provide necessary language support.
Fees
Fee: No


Fee Reduction: No


Membership Fee: Yes,

$5.00/Individual, $20.00/Corporate. Membership not needed to receive services.




Documents Required

Referals are accepted by individuals who have been assessed through ILVARC offered through Immigrant Services Calgary.

Accessibility
Wheelchair access: Yes -
Other disabled access: N/A -
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Agency Information
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Last Verified On
September 21, 2022
Address
1111 11 Avenue SW
Calgary, AB, T2R 0G5
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Hours of Operation
Mon
08:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Tue
08:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Wed
08:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Thu
08:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Fri
08:00 AM to 05:00 PM

These are main reception hours. Contact for program times and dates.