English as a Second Language (ESL) PROGRAM
ABOUT English as a Second Language (ESL) PROGRAM
NEW’s ESL program is designed to help learners enhance or acquire official language skills, enabling them to actively participate in Canadian society and succeed in the labour market.
By integrating employment-related content into the curriculum, our program ensures that learners are well-prepared for job opportunities and successful integration into their new communities.
The ESL classes teach learners English using the four language skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Classes are offered at beginner (CLB 2-4), intermediate and advanced (CLB 5+), and workplace (CLB 6+) levels. They are delivered in person, online, and through hybrid learning models.
Program Features
Banking, Finance, and Budgeting
Searching for & Applying for Employment
Resume Writing
Interview Skills
Workplace Communication Skills
Education and Upskilling
Networking and Volunteering
Workplace Rights and Safety
Employment-related language training at Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) levels 1-7
Comprehensive skill development in listening, speaking, reading, and writing
Client-focused and interactive curriculum
Variety of course options
Guest speakers supplementing course topics
Access to employment, settlement, and housing support
Community Resources
These topics ensure that learners are equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to navigate their new communities, find employment, and continue their professional growth.
Language Assessment: To ensure you are placed in the course that best suits your current English level and learning needs, a language assessment will be part of the registration process.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE
To participate in our Adult Non-Credit Language Training program, you must be a resident of Ontario, of legal school-leaving age, and be one of the following:
A naturalized Canadian citizen
A permanent resident
A Convention refugee or refugee claimant
An approved Provincial Nominee or their dependent(s)
Admitted under a federal caregiver program with a pathway to permanent residency
Where/when are the classes?
We offer a blend of virtual and physical morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend classes at our office, located at 245 Fairview Mall Drive, Unit 306, North York, ON M2J 4T1.
REGISTRATION PROCESS
Are you interested in joining FREE ESL classes? Please fill out the form below and one of our team members will reach out to complete the registration process.
Questions? Please reach out to us at esl@newcomerwomen.org or call 437-524-5920.
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
ESL classes start on October 1. This is the first cohort for the ESL year Sep 2025 - August 2026.
We have scheduled 7 courses for this cohort:
2 CLB 2-4 courses in person.
2 CLB 5-7 courses blended/online
2 CLB 6-8 courses fully online.
1 Occupation specific course (CLB 5-7)/ Customer Service.
This course focuses on the specific language skills needed to work in customer service roles. Participants will develop vocabulary, communication strategies, and cultural understanding essential for success in the workplace.
Please note: This is the only occupation-specific course being offered at this time. All other courses will focus on general English language development with some employment-related content. We are not offering dedicated employment courses this year.
