Resources

Learn more about Language Instruction for Newcomers (LINC) and the eligibility requirements here on the Settlement Canada website:

https://settlement.org/ontario/education/english-as-a-second-language-esl/linc-program/

Please note: To join our classes, you first need a CLB assessment from the YMCA Assessment Centre:

(English Language Assessments | YMCA HBB – YMCA)

Learn more about the Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB).

Click here for an overview of nationally recognized standard for assessing Adult English as a Second Language Learners here: https://www.clb-osa.ca/benchmarks/overview

Not sure about your levels? Take the CLB-OSA!

 https://www.clb-osa.ca/ 

• This tool will assess your CLB levels in reading and listening. Your test results are for your information only – they are not official results.

All IWC’s instructors use the Portfolio Based Language Assessment (PBLA) to help you reach your language learning goals. Click here to find out more about it:

https://www.language.ca/resourcesexpertise/my-pbla/

Do you have IELTS, CELPIP, TOEFL scores? Here is how they match the CLBs:

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/publications-manuals/operational-bulletins-manuals/standard-requirements/language-requirements/test-equivalency-charts.html

Ready to apply for citizenship? Once you have your CLB 4 in listening and speaking from our centre, we will provide you with a citizenship certificate that you can include in your application package.

You can also take a government approved CELPIP test to confirm your CLB 4 levels:

https://www.celpip.ca/

Learn more about applying for Canadian Citizenship here

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-citizenship/become-canadian-citizen/citizenship-test.html .

Start preparing now! The Study Guide is here

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/publications-manuals/discover-canada.html.

Connecting the IWC employment team is a great first-step for newcomers to receive support with all aspects of employment in Ontario.

Visit our employment website below and view our available programs and services: Click here.

Looking for job opportunities in your area?

Visit  Ontario Job Bank and Hamilton Job Bank listings to see current opportunities

For more job opportunities also visit Indeed, Localwork.ca, monster.ca,

Remember:

Before applying, job-seekers need to ensure resume is professional and industry-specific!

Connect with our employment team today to receive:

• Personalized counselling to navigate job application
• Support building a targeted and industry-specific resume
• Learn more about available employment programs to help you start or improve your career in Canada!

Clicl here for more information.

Interested in practicing a skilled trade in Canada?

 Individuals must pass the Ontario College of Trades exam, completing training and certifications in order to legally practice their trade in Ontario, visit

https://www.collegeoftrades.ca/ to learn more

• Not sure where to start? Looking for support passing the Ontario College of Trades exam, visit our employment page [link] to view counselling options and sign-up for our preparation courses!

Curious about Hamilton’s labour market?

 Visit: Workforce Planning Hamilton to learn more

• Make sure to connect with one of our employment team  who will work alongside you to secure work in Canada.

Gain new skills. Be creative. Raise awareness. Join unique programming to expand your network in the Hamilton community.

Do it all – through our Community Connections IWC programming!

To view our available programs including digital and financial literacy, citizenship preparation and driving preparation and more, visit: Community Connections.

For other available programs in the Hamilton area, visit:

YWCA – Health and Wellness programs:

https://www.ywcahamilton.org/health-and-wellness/#1530802793013-74e8bd57-0764 

Hamilton Public Library

https://events.hpl.ca/events?r=thismonth&l=Virtual+Branch