Program Description:
Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) is a government-funded language training program designed to assist immigrants in learning English with a focus on the four skills:
- Writing
- Speaking
- Reading
- Listening
In addition to learning English language skills, students in the LINC program learn a great deal about Canadian culture with themes such as employment, education, banking, travel, transportation, and many more. LINC classes are free to eligible newcomers and offer a variety of support services to make coming to class easier.
At Yes Employment Services, our goal is to help our clients feel confident, empowered, and excited about their journey in Canada. We offer a variety of class times and Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) levels to meet your language learning needs. Whether you need to study English for work, for citizenship, to further your education, or for everyday life in Canada, Yes Employment’s dedicated LINC team is here for you every step of the way.
Who is eligible?
To be eligible, you need to:
- Be one of the following;
- Permanent Residents of Canada
- Protected Persons
- Convention refugees
- A person in Canada whose application for Permanent Resident status is being processed in Canada and who has been informed by a letter from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada of the initial approval of your application subject to an admissibility assessment (this means you have approve-in-principle)
- Be 18 years of age or older;
- Have valid proof of your Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) assessment
- *Ukrainian clients under CUAET with the following documents: Work Permit, Study Permit, Visitor Record, Temporary Resident Visa, Temporary Resident Permit are currently eligible for LINC.
How to Register for LINC classes:
Take a free language assessment test to find out which level is right for you. Contact us today to find out more information about the language assessment and register for our LINC program.
149 Main Street East, North Bay, ON, P1B 1A9
Phone: 705-476-3234 ext. 274
E-mail: [email protected]
LINC Class Schedule
Effective Monday, February 12th, 2024 daytime classes will be Monday to Friday from 11:30am-2:30pm. Evening classes are Tuesday and Thursday 5:30pm-8pm.
LINC Instructor Spotlight
Nika, LINC Instructor
“I think the best part about living in North Bay is nature and people here. It is a very welcoming city and it immediately felt like home. I enjoy photography, so I was stunned by the beauty and atmosphere of North Bay that I want to capture in my photos.
For me, the most rewarding thing about teaching is seeing my learners progress. When you are a student it is difficult to pinpoint your progress, but as a teacher you mark every small improvement your students make and it makes me smile.
As a person who has lived in another country, I can relate to the difficulties my learners can face. This is the reason why I find teaching LINC so fulfilling, because I know I can make my learners’ life a little easier and they would not have to go through the same difficulties I faced. I guess, it is my way of giving back to the community for all the times when I couldn’t use the language and a kind stranger was nice enough to help me.
I think the most memorable success of our classroom as a whole, was when we were learning how to report a loss of a bank card. We listened to the dialogue, then we read the dialogue and practiced with disappearing dialogue. Disappearing dialogue is when some parts of the dialogue are erased and learners have to remember what was erased in order to recreate an authentic dialogue. As this exercise got progressively more difficult learners were helping each other recreate a dialogue and the moment when we finished and they were able to recreate dialogue without any help was very rewarding for them and for me.
Favourite hobbies; I think I enjoy taking photos of people the most. When I take pictures of people it feels as if I am opening a new book and unearthing new knowledge about people. I really enjoy that. But overall, I also enjoy taking photos of nature and the city too. I really enjoy the views near the Lake Nipissing. I had taken a fair amount of pictures in downtown too. I hope to capture more of North Bay’s beauty in spring, when the weather is warmer.” – Nika
Frequently Asked Questions
What time are classes?
Effective Monday, February 12th, 2024
Daytime Classes will be Monday to Friday from 11:30am-2:30pm.
Evening classes are Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30pm-8:00pm
When do LINC classes begin?
Classes are happening right now – register today!
How to Register for LINC classes:
Take a free language assessment test to find out which level is right for you. Contact us today to find out more information about the language assessment and register for our LINC program.
149 Main Street East, North Bay, ON, P1B 1A9
Phone: 705-476-3234 ext. 274
E-mail: [email protected]
Where are classes located?
The new LINC classes will be at:
Yes Employment Services
149 Main Street East, North Bay, Ontario, P1B 1A9
Who can I contact for more information?
For more information about the LINC program, please e-mail us: [email protected]
When does this program run?
Our program will run 12 months of the year.
Can I get a certificate for my citizenship application?
Yes, you can receive a certificate for the language competency portion of your citizenship application. Please visit https://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=571&top=5 for more information about the language requirements for your citizenship application.
How much does it cost to study English with Yes Employment’s LINC program?
There is no cost! The LINC program is FREE for all eligible learners.
Where can I do my language assessment?
You can do your language assessment right here at Yes Employment Services. Please contact us to schedule an appointment.
Your test is sent to our language assessor located in Thunder Bay, Ontario. You will receive the results of your language assessment quickly, and you will discuss which English program is best for you.
What do I need to complete my language assessment?
For your assessment, please bring your immigration document and any personal information such as your address, telephone number and email address. You will need 2 to 4 hours to complete the assessment.
What do I need to bring to start English class?
Starting class is easy – you do not need to bring anything! If you have a favourite pen or notebook, you can bring them with you. Otherwise, you will not need to bring anything else for your first days of class. After the first week, you will receive a Language Companion binder. Please bring your binder with you to class every day. It will be your guide when studying English both in class and independently at home.
Do you offer assistance with transportation?
We do offer assistance with transportation for eligible students. Please contact us for more information.