Boost your opportunities in Canada with specialized and convenient LINC classes (Language Instruction for Newcomers).
Eligibility: Must be permanent resident, protected person or convention refugee, 18 years or older. FREE language assessment required prior to enrollment.
Beginner to advanced classes available. Courses are offered on a pick-and-choose basis based on your learning goals.
Available for a wide range of language levels. Improve your reading/writing and speaking/listening skills while simultaneously learning about Canadian workplace customs and culture.
Improve your English language skills quickly, all while preparing yourself to apply your new language skills in a professional Canadian work environment.
For more experienced English learners – join IWC Academy and improve your language and communication skills all while pursuing transferable school credit recognized by the Ontario Ministry of Education.
With over 30 years of experience supporting newcomer success in Canada. Our educational team works hard to ensure that our students have access to:
This can be done in Hamilton at YMCA CLARS Language Assessment Centres .
To book an appointment call:
For other testing locations in the Greater Toronto Area visit the YMCA-GTA website.
Once received, gather your Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) report along with proof of status/identification (permanent resident card or refugee status card).
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Please note that all IWC locations are open for online services only today Friday, Dec 27th at 9:00 AM.
All IWC locations are closed from Dec 30th to Jan 1st.
And all in-person services will resume on
Thursday Jan 2nd, 2025.
Please note that all IWC locations will be closed on, December 25th and 26th. Our offices will re-open for online services only on Friday, December 27th at 9:00 AM.
Than you for your understanding.
Please note that all IWC locations will be closed on Thursday, December 12th afternoon from 12PM. Our offices will re-open and all services will resume on Friday, December 13th at 9:00 AM.
Thank you for your understanding.
Please note that all IWC locations will be closed on Monday, August 5th. Our offices will re-open and all services will resume on Tuesday, August 6th at 9:00 AM.
Please note that all IWC locations will be closed on Monday, August 5th. Our offices will re-open and all services will resume on Tuesday, August 6th at 9:00 AM.
Our main office at 8 Main St E, Hamilton, will be closed for in-person services today, Friday, December 6th. Services will be available online only during this time.
For walk-in clients, please visit our other location at 100 Main St. E. Ste. #210
For in-person assistance.
Regular operations at 8 Main St E will resume on Monday, December 9th, at 9:00 AM.
Thank you for your understanding!