College (Credentials)

Note: This chart offers some common pathways to the goal, but is not exhaustive. Other pathways may be possible.

Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC)

Free English language training offered funded by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC). The federal government works closely with provincial governments, school boards, community colleges and immigrant-serving organizations to provide this service. Childminding is offered.

Eligibility:
To be eligible for LINC classes a person must be:

Focus: English language training focused on speaking, listening, reading and writing skills.

Levels: LINC Literacy to LINC 7 Levels
Delivering Agencies:

Supports: Childminding

Distance Learning Option: LINC Home Study Program
The LINC Home Study program is open to adults who meet the following criteria:

Note – A person cannot attend government funded, classroom-based English language training at the same time as LINC Home Study.

Home Study students may take the course online or through correspondence. Both options feature a weekly phone conversation between teacher and student. The program is delivered by Centre for Education and Training.

LINC Home Study Eligibility: The LINC Home Study program is open to adults who meet the following criteria:

Note – A person cannot attend government funded, classroom-based English language training at the same time as LINC Home Study. Suitability for Home Study:

The LINC Home Study program is best suited for adults who can: