You are reading the Original Version (CLB5+) Read Simple Version (CLB3-4) It’s important to continue honing your English (or French) after arriving in Canada. Even if you already speak English, you may be surprised to find that Canadian English is different from what you’re used to. Improving your proficiency will ensure more success professionally and socially because you can communicate more effectively. You can take formal and informal language classes. Formal language trainings have structured lessons and exams to evaluate progress. Students receive a certificate after every level achieved. Meanwhile, informal language classes are more flexible and have no formal feedback or assessment requirements. This is good for those who wish to improve their conversational and listening skills, and gain friends. Lessons are usually based on settlement themes for both types of language training. Most immigrant-serving organizations and agencies in the province offer free language courses or can refer you to one. Some even offer child-minding services for busy parents or allow you to learn English in the comfort of your own home through online learning. Permanent residents and refugees may avail of free language courses. You may be asked to show the following documents: landing papers, permanent resident card, refugee claimant papers, and/or your Manitoba health card. It will also be a good idea to get a Canadian Language Placement Test (CLBPT) from the Winnipeg English Language Assessment and Referral Centre (WELARC) as many agencies require a referral. WELARC is also a good place to learn about language programs that will best fit your needs (you can call them for an appointment). If you are not in Winnipeg, you can get your language testing from Westman Immigrant Centre (Brandon), or Regional Connections (Winkler, Morden, Altona, and surrounding areas). You can also ask for help from other immigrant serving organizations in other areas. Watch this video to know more about the importance and the process for language testing and training for newcomers to Canada: Free programs: Paid programs Please login to tell us what you think.Skip to:
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