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Settlement Services for Immigrants and Refugees
- needs assessment, information and referral, advocacy, orientation, translation and interpretation, escort, assistance in finding housing
- sponsorship of refugees
- health workshops, mental health -- support groups, counselling
- heritage language classes
- skills upgrading, adult literacy classes
- seniors program including support groups and health education
- youth program offering services in settlement, counselling, skills development and social events
- Homework Club with individual assistance and group work
- citizenship test preparation classes
- group activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees of all ages to help orient them to their new community and establish social and professional networks
- trained and experienced volunteer mentors assist, with focus on citizenship and civic engagement or skills and career development
- day or evening classes
- Kindergarten to grade 12
- Day, night and credit classes
- After school programs, child care
- Adult education
- Alternate Secondary Schools program
- English as a Second Language (ESL), Literacy and Basic Skills and international language classes
- French immersion and extended French
- International Baccalaureate
- Dual Credit
- Specialist High Skills Major program
- Ontario Youth Apprenticeship program (OYAP)
- Online learning
- Special education
- English as a Second Language (ESL)
- Specialized Language Training (STL)
- participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by achev -- see separate entry
- Essential Skills Upgrading (Literacy and Basic Skills, LBS)
We Welcome the World -- orientation and assessment centres for elementary and secondary students new to Ontario or Canada, call 905-366-8791 to book an appointment
Office: 905-890-1221 ,
Admissions : 905-890-1221 ext 24512 or 24519 or 24511
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- kindergarten to grade 12
- Catholic family life education
- Adult Education
- Advanced Placement program
- alternative education programs
- eLearning
- English as a Second Language (ESL)
- French as a Second Language and Immersion
- International Baccalaureate Program
- Specialist High Skills Major programming
- Dual Credit
- Ontario Youth Apprenticeship (OYAP)
- special education programs
- international language program offered on Saturdays in some schools
- support services
Adult Education -- adult upgrading centres
- English as a Second Language (ESL) classes -- see website for locations
- French as a Second Language (FSL) classes
- Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) in English, upon assessment by achev -- see separate entry
- citizenship language classes
- social work, psychological services, guidance counseling
Office: 905-270-6000 ext 6401
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- helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence
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- focus on Math, Science, Social Science, and English courses
- offers day classes, evening classes, summer school and co-op programs
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- focus on reading, writing, mathematics, and social sciences
Computer and accounting credit courses also available
- helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence
Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills
- helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence
- program offered at several locations
- funded by Employment Ontario
Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills
- helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence
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On site by appointment only, all programs provided remotely or hybrid including Skills Training in Food Manufacturing Sector, literacy and basic skills as well as English for Work, workshops and job counselling
- helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence
- focus on Math, Science, Social Science, and English courses
- offers day classes, evening classes (Mississauga) and summer school
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- helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence
- helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence
Adults must have first language as English, or have attained level 6 at previous English language instruction programs in Canada
Offers special education services to students who require remediation, tutoring, accommodations or modifications to their programs.
Academic programs and services include:
- private senior elementary school
- private high school
- tutoring and remediation services for students, including students with learning disabilities
- academic upgrading for students and adults with learning disabilities
Affiliated with the Chisholm Assessment Centre providing educational assessments and counselling services for elementary, secondary and post-secondary students
Literacy and basic skills training including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills
- helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence
- numeracy, digital,
- communication and interpersonal skills
- employment, apprenticeship
- secondary-school credit
- post-secondary education and greater independence
Office: 905-270-6000 ext 6401
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- helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence
- focus on reading, writing, mathematics, and social sciences
Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) available for mature students
Computer and accounting credit courses also available
Literacy and basic skills training including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills
- helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence
Courses designed for adult learners who want to complete their high school diploma
- focus on reading, writing, mathematics, and social sciences
- individuals successfully completing the program receive Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
Course options include:
The Bridges to Success (BTS) program
- online courses tailored to 18 to 20 year olds
- teacher support available during the day by virtual appointment
- teacher-directed courses in an in-class environment for students who are 21 years of age and older
- fully online courses for students who are 21 years of age and older
Provides adults in Halton Region the opportunity to achieve secondary school credits
Programs include:
- Bridges to Success (BTS) Credit Program (ages 18-20)
- Adult Class Credit (ages 21 and over)
- Adult Dual Credit (ages 21 and over)
- Adult eCredit (AEC) Online Program (ages 21 and over)
- Cooperative Education Credit
- International Languages Credit (Night School)
- Maturity Prior Learning Assessment (MPLAR) Credits
- Night School Credit
- Summer School Credit
- Guidance and Career Counselling
Adult High School Diploma Program
- for more information, see here
Adult ESL/FSL (English or French as a Second Language) and LINC classes (non-credit)
- for more information, see here
Offer a variety of part-time programs for adults who require upgrading in reading, writing, basic math and essential digital skills for employment, and further education or training.
RSW+ Adult Tutoring program:
- reading, writing and basic math up to Grade 9 level
- essential skills for work and further training
CSW Computer Skills for Work program:
- in-person, instructor-led, small group classes
- introduction to Windows, MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel), file management, email, Internet, and business communications
Sheridan College ACE Academic and Career Entrance program:
- in partnership with Sheridan College
- Grade 12 College level OSSD equivalent courses in English, Math, Biology and Chemistry
- prepare for college entrance or Mature Student Test
- qualify for apprenticeship and prepare for apprenticeship testing
GED Test Preparation:
- upgrade Language Arts Reading, Writing and Math for the GED Test
- online learning opportunities for Science and Social studies
HSW Essential Skills for Healthcare Support Worker Employment program:
- build job-ready communication, digital and numeracy skills
- gain valuable healthcare industry knowledge - home care and long-term care sectors
- earn industry recognized certificates and build an employment portfolio
Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital literacy, communication and interpersonal skills
- helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence
- one-on-one and small group tutoring - reading, writing & basic math
- computer skills for employment
- academic upgrading - College prep/GED test prep