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Full range of opportunities for adult learners of all ages to develop new skills/certifications, to enhance current knowledge and to achieve personal goals related to further education and employment.

Programs Offered:

• Ontario Secondary School Certificate
• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12)
• Adult Day School
• PLAR for Mature Students (Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition)
• Correspondence Courses
• Co-operative Education
• Maturity and Equivalency Credits
• Personal Support Worker
• ESL classes
• Literacy & Essential Skills preparing students for credit courses and enhancing employment and employability. Funded by the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development

Full-time and part-time programs are offered. Call for further information.

Provides culturally sensitive information and referral on social, legal, health, and government issues to newcomers to Canada and to the communities of South Simcoe/York Region North area.

Offering:
Settlement Services -- orientation programs, language and skills training to help facilitate employment, and programs to welcome newcomers to the community. May provide needs and eligibility assessments, post-arrival information and referral, assistance to establish social and professional networks to promote community engagement, and assistance to access a range of settlement needs

Commissioner of Oaths
Available by appointment for documents that require a Commissioner's Seal or to certify documents as true original copies

Integration to the Canadian Society program
Assists and supports newcomer parents and their children with successful integration into Canadian society and the Canadian school system. Support and advocacy for newcomer parents providing interpretation and translation when required, education and awareness of school expectations

Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC)
This program offers free Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) classes to persons who are 18 years of age or older who are Permanent Residents, Convention Refugees or have 'approval in principal' to remain in Canada. You are not eligible for these classes if you are a Canadian citizen, Refugee Claimant, or a Temporary Resident (such as foreign student, foreign worker or visitor). Language assessment test must be taken before starting classes, done by appointment only, held at the BWG Library or at any CLARS Assessment Centres available in other areas

Classes from September-June, full time and part-time classes (online and in-person)

Transportation assistance and care for newcomer children is available

COVID19 -- contact location to confirm any COVID-related service changes


Enhanced Language Training for Internationally Trained Professionals -- sector specific language training and career orientation

• individual counselling and action plan development
• volunteer placement, mentoring, networking, resume and interview preparation

LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) upon assessment by Achēv [York Region] -- see separate entry

• language skills training in English for work or studies, Canadian culture, settlement and employment information

Attendees may qualify for bus fare, or childminding during class

Settlement services offered at this location by partner agencies

Open for in-person services. For more information call 1-877-761-1155 or email info@welcomecentre.ca



One-stop service to guide and support immigrants and newcomers

Settlement and Integration Services

• needs assessment, Information and referral to community and social services including support with finding housing, child care, registering children in school, health care, legal information and government services and benefits

LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) upon assessment by Achēv -- see separate entry

• provides basic language skills training in English;
• allows newcomers to Canada to learn English language skills to make friends, find employment and adjust to living in Canada
• full-time program available at a range of levels from beginner to advanced (Literacy to Level 6)

Enhanced Language Training

• sector specific language training and career orientation in accounting, workplace administration and customer service, teaching and education, information technology and health care
• individual counselling and action plan development
• volunteer placement, mentoring, networking, resume and interview preparation

Accreditation and Qualification Information Services (AQIS) Program

• supports newcomers in the process of having their international education, skills and professional experiences recognized by Canadian employers.
• AQIS is an information and career pathway planning service that advises internationally trained professionals and tradespeople on professional certification/ license requirements and application procedures, alternative career options, training and skills upgrading programs, credential assessment and local work experiences

Employment Supports

• needs assessment and individual action plan with one to one coaching
• pre-employment workshops, information on accreditation and qualifications
• Job Search Workshops program
• walk-in job search centre with access to computers, Internet, fax, photocopier, telephone
• staff assistance available, resource materials, job boards, labour market information
• transportation reimbursement and childminding available to eligible individuals

Services for Women, Youth and Seniors

Women, youth and seniors often face specific difficulties to settle and live in Canada. The Welcome Centres provide specialized services, including:

• support groups
• recreational and educational opportunities
• social activities to help building friendships and networks

Other Services

• Older adults exercise program
• Mother Goose songs, rhymes and stories for parents, caregivers and their children
• newcomer family workshops, health workshops

Partnership of five immigrant serving community organizations:

• Social Enterprise for Canada
• COSTI Immigrant Services
• Catholic Community Services of York Region (CCSYR)
• Centre for Immigrant and Community Services (CICS)
• Job Skills

Programs for elementary, secondary and adult learners

• summer and night school
• eLearning
• Saturday Credit courses
• English as a Second Language (ESL)
• Cooperative education
• literacy and numeracy skills
• adult general interest classes including computer, conversational languages and language instructor training

The Centre is operated by the Simcoe County District School Board to provide adult learners with a full range of opportunities to develop new skills/certifications, to enhance current knowledge and to achieve personal goals related to further education and employment. Full-time and part-time programs are offered.

Adult students can fast-track their diploma by earning equivalent credits through PLAR and maturity credits. Recognition is given for prior learning and work-related experience.

Programs Offered:

• Literacy & Essential Skills preparing students for credit courses and enhancing employment opportunities (funded by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities)
• Ontario Secondary School Certificate (Grade 10)
• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12)
• Personal Support Worker
• eLearning Courses
• Correspondence Courses
• English as a Second Language (ESL)

Meeting spaceis available with four room capacity (10-30 people) and
audio visual equipment.

Contact office for more information.

Multi-service agency addressing the health and social service needs of individuals and families in Caledon

Counselling and Care Coordination Program -- supportive counselling and other community services ; food support, help with heat and other programs available at The Exchange (see separate entry)

Caledon Specialist Clinic -- specialist medical services by referral ; in partnership with Headwaters Health Care Centre, William Osler Health System and the Central West LHIN

Newcomer and Settlement Services

• needs assessment
• information and referral to social network and community services
• assistance to complete forms and applications
• citizenship preparation classes

Participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English -- limited childminding and transportation available to participants
EH cafe -- weekly conversation circles

Seniors Health and Wellness

• fitness and recreational workshops and programming
• offered at several sites in Bolton, Caledon East, Caledon Village and Alton

Transportation service for seniors

• rides to medical appointments and day programs
• weekly shopping and other important resources that support the activities of daily living
• travel assistance for passengers may be available as an option, check with dispatch

Volunteer opportunities

COVID19 -- contact location directly for COVID service updates


Enhanced Language Training for Internationally Trained Professionals -- sector specific language training and career orientation in workplace communication and customer service

• individual counselling and action plan development
• volunteer placement, mentoring, networking, resume and interview preparation

LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) upon assessment by Achēv [York Region] -- see separate entry

• language skills training in English for work or studies, Canadian culture, settlement and employment information

Attendees may qualify for bus fare, or childminding during class

Settlement services offered at this location by partner agencies

COVID19 -- contact individual centres for service updates; services available by phone, email or video; call 1-877-761-1155 or email info@welcomecentre.ca for more information



One-stop service to guide and support immigrants and newcomers

Settlement and Integration Services

• needs assessment, Information and referral to community and social services including support with finding housing, child care, registering children in school, health care, legal information and government services and benefits

LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) upon assessment by Achēv -- see separate entry

• language skills training in English for work or studies, Canadian culture, settlement and employment information

Enhanced Language Training -- 13 week, sector specific language training and career orientation

• individual counselling and action plan development
• volunteer placement, mentoring, networking, resume and interview preparation

English as a Second Language -- adult English for life and work in Canada, part time and full time options

Employment Supports

• needs assessment and individual action plan with one to one coaching
• pre-employment workshops, information on accreditation and qualifications
• Job Search Workshops program and walk-in job search centre with access to computers, Internet, fax, photocopier, telephone, staff assistance available, resource materials, job boards, labour market information

Transportation reimbursement and childminding available to eligible individuals

Other Services

• Professional Networking Café
• study groups and networking groups for internationally educated professionals
• seasonal tax clinic

Partnership of five immigrant serving community organizations: COSTI Immigrant Services, Catholic Community Services of York Region (CCSYR), Centre for Immigrant and Community Services (CICS), Job Skills, and Social Enterprise for Canada

Public library

• Books, audiobooks, magazines, DVDs, downloadable audiobooks, electronic books and downloadable magazines and downloadable newspapers
• Online databases
• Beyond books lending, items include Chromebooks, Culture Passes, Hotspots and Snowshoes
• Document scanning
• Free Wi-Fi
• Internet accessible workstations with Office software
• Local History collection
• Makerspace and recording studio
• Mobile printing
• Adult, children and youth programs

COVID19 -- contact location for COVID-related service updates


Enhanced Language Training for Internationally Trained Professionals

• individual counselling and action plan development
• volunteer placement, mentoring, networking, resume and interview preparation

LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) upon assessment by Achēv [York Region] -- see separate entry

• language skills training in English for work or studies, Canadian culture, settlement and employment information

Attendees may qualify for bus fare, or childminding during class

English as a Second Language (ESL): provided at various levels

Settlement Services

• orientation, assistance with documentation, interpretation and translation
• information and referral -- employment, housing, health, legal
• crisis intervention and supportive counselling
• citizenship preparation

Women's Employment and Life Skills (WELS): employment and life skills program for immigrant women

COVID19 -- contact individual centres for service updates; services available by phone, email or video; call 1-877-761-1155 or email info@welcomecentre.ca for more information



One-stop service to guide and support immigrants and newcomers

Settlement and Integration Services

• needs assessment, Information and referral to community and social services including support with finding housing, child care, registering children in school, health care, legal information and government services and benefits

LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) upon assessment by Achēv -- see separate entry

• language skills training in English for work or studies, Canadian culture, settlement and employment information

Enhanced Language Training -- 13 week, sector specific language training and career orientation

• individual counselling and action plan development
• volunteer placement, mentoring, networking, resume and interview preparation

English as a Second Language -- adult English for life and work in Canada, part time and full time options

Employment Supports

• needs assessment and individual action plan with one to one coaching
• pre-employment workshops, information on accreditation and qualifications
• Job Search Workshops program and walk-in job search centre with access to computers, Internet, fax, photocopier, telephone, staff assistance available, resource materials, job boards, labour market information

Transportation reimbursement and childminding available to eligible individuals

Managed by a partnership of five immigrant serving community organizations: COSTI Immigrant Services, Catholic Community Services of York Region (CCSYR), Centre for Information and Community Services (CICS), Job Skills, and Social Enterprise for Canada

Markham Chinese Seniors Association including

• recreation and English as a Second language classes
• Chinese Canadian Sports and Recreation Club of Markham
• Chinese Chamber of Commerce in Markham
• Markham Chinese Cultural Centre

Language instruction for newcomers to Canada including reading, writing, listening and speaking skills

• free childcare for children aged 6 months to 4 years for those registered in the program levels 1 through 6
• Settlement Services provided in-person and virtually (telephone, text or online) call or text 705-241-2501 or 249-288-2970

OSLT classes are free, intermediate-level workplace communication classes that help permanent residents and protected persons develop the language skills needed to enter the workforce.

• Work-oriented language courses offered for free to internationally trained newcomers (see eligibility)
• OSLT helps newcomers understand workplaces in Ontario and to clearly and effectively interact with customers, suppliers, financial officers and government officials, develop strong interviewing, networking and career-building communication skills
• OSLT for Professional Managers is a 140 hour online course targeted to individuals who have training or experience in running their own business, sales and marketing, accounting or finance, hospitality, project management or technology
  • participants must be minimum Canadian Language Benchmark 6
  • contact oslt@georgiancollege.ca or by phone at 705-722-5168 for more information
  
  OSLT is funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada

Eligibility screening, language skills assessment and referral to English language government-funded programs

• Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC)
• LINC Home Study
• English as a Second Language (ESL)
• French as a Second Language (FSL) programs
• Enhanced Language Training (ELT)
• Occupation-Specific Language Training (OSLT)
• Specialized Language Training (SLT)

Free (for most students) instructor-led ESL program which focuses on speaking, reading, writing and listening skills ranging from beginner to advanced

• each student is assessed through the Canadian Language Benchmark framework and placed in a class which is appropriate to their skill level
• incorporate many practical and creative learning techniques including workplace situations, Canadian culture discussions, English conversation and computer skills into the ESL program
• classes also offered in Alliston and Bradford

COVID-19 Update
For updates visit GeorgianCollege.ca/coned

Regular Service
Offer a wide variety of degree, diploma, certificate and graduate certificate programs as well as ESL

• courses are offered at flexible times including evenings, weekends and online
• Georgian College Continuing Education guide comes out twice a year in the summer and winter with registration opening the beginning of August
• Full-time College Calendars come out once a year and are available in September

COVID19 -- contact location for COVID service updates


Enhanced Language Training for Internationally Trained Professionals -- sector specific language training and career orientation in finance and accounting

• individual counselling and action plan development
• volunteer placement, mentoring, networking, resume and interview preparation

LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) upon assessment by Achēv [York Region] -- see separate entry

• language skills training in English for work or studies, Canadian culture, settlement and employment information

Attendees may qualify for bus fare, or childminding during class

Settlement Services

• orientation, assistance with documentation, interpretation and translation
• information and referral -- employment, housing, health, legal
• crisis intervention and supportive counselling

COVID19 -- contact individual centres for service updates; services available by phone, email or video; call 1-877-761-1155 or email info@welcomecentre.ca for more information



One-stop service to guide and support immigrants and newcomers

Settlement and Integration Services

• needs assessment and Information and referral to community and social services including support with finding housing, child care, registering children in school, health care, legal information and government services and benefits
• youth, women and older adults programs and services

LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) upon assessment by Achēv -- see separate entry

• language skills training in English for work or studies, Canadian culture, settlement and employment information

Enhanced Language Training for Accounting and Financial Professionals -- 13 week sector specific language training and career orientation

• individual counselling and action plan development
• volunteer placement, mentoring, networking, resume and interview preparation

English as a Second Language -- adult English for life and work in Canada, part time or full time options

Employment Supports

• needs assessment and individual action plan with one to one coaching
• pre-employment workshops, job search assistance with resumes, cover letters, job search tips and interview coaching
• information on accreditation and qualifications
• Job Search Workshops program and walk-in job search centre with access to computers, Internet, fax, photocopier, telephone, staff assistance available, resource materials, job boards, labour market information

Transportation reimbursement and childminding available to eligible individuals

Other Services

• appointments with York Regional Police
• assistance to find or maintain housing, eviction prevention, Tuesdays, in partnership with The Housing Help Centre (see separate entry)

Managed by a partnership of five immigrant serving community organizations: COSTI Immigrant Services, Catholic Community Services of York Region (CCSYR), Centre for Information and Community Services (CICS), Job Skills, and Social Enterprise for Canada

English as Second Language (ESL) classes

• also participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) upon assessment by achev [York Region] -- see separate entry

Multi-service agency

• settlement services including permanent residency and citizenship assistance, government housing services
• ESL Classes
• family and individual counselling
• employment services
• recreation and social activities including trips, festivals, Farsi classes, Seniors day for Farsi-speaking seniors, music lessons, computer classes, cultural events

Drop-in Lounge with

• recreational activities
• computer lab
• audio/visual Studio
• full kitchen
• job board
• room rentals

Settlement Services

• one-on-one supportive counselling on site or by phone

English Language and Education

• conversation circle
• conversation group for beginner French
• homework club tutoring grades 9-12
• reading and writing clubs
• high school student English writing workshops

Pre-Employment and Education Help

• job search workshops
• resume and cover letter writing
• university and college preparation

Leadership and Life Skills Training

• Healthy Living and Physical Fitness including emergency first aid and CPR training
• March break and summer camps

Volunteering

• iCAN Committee represents youth voices within IYC to plan events, volunteer opportunities

Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC)

• English classes upon assessment by Achēv -- see separate entry
• childminding may be available for attendees with children
• weekend classes

Settlement Services

• assistance filling out government forms, translation and interpretation of documents, documentation for supportive housing applications
• counselling, information and employment services including orientation to Canada, citizenship information and workshops, job search workshops and help with resumes, cover letters and referrals for mentoring

EarlyON Child and Family Centre -- see separate listing

COVID19 -- service continues, call for information at 416-630-6481 ext 5421, LINC classes available online and in person, call to register

Participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by Achēv -- see separate entry

• childminding may be available
• morning and afternoon classes, full or part-time
• English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, in partnership with school boards
• Ready-for-School -- 2 week intensive ESL summer program for children entering school
• Conversation Café -- English practice at various locations
• Telephone Language Companion -- English practice