Tag Archives: English as a Second Language

The Newcomer Resource: October 2012 Edition

Welcome to the October 2012 edition of the Newcomer Resource, an e-newsletter from The Centre for Skills Development & Training for newcomers, service providers and other organizations. We hope this newsletter will keep you up-to-date on services and programs for newcomers … Continue reading

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#202 – Labour Market Access Enhanced Language Training (ELT) Instructor

Job Number: #202 Job Title: Labour Market Access Enhaned Language Training (ELT) Instructor Program Name: Languages and Newcomer Services Location: Burlington Start date: September 3, 2012 Contract end date: March 30, 2013. Contract extension dependent on funding Schedule: 2 evenings per … Continue reading

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Helping newcomers succeed through language training

Citizenship and Immigration Minister Dr. Eric Hoskins visited Mississauga company Panalpina on October 27, 2010, as part of English as a Second Language (ESL) Week. The event helped to raise awareness of Ontario’s investment in education and skills training of … Continue reading

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Newcomer Network Conversation Circle at Glen Abbey Library in Oakville – May 2011

Many newcomers face the challenge of making new friends in Canada while struggling to improve their English. The Centre has been helping newcomers face these challenges by offering LINC/ESL (Language Instruction for Newcomers and English as a Second Language) classes. … Continue reading

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Newcomers helping other newcomers settle into the community

For Immediate Release, July 30, 2010 Burlington, ON: Being a newcomer is not always easy. Between arranging for official documents, finding a place to live, and looking for a job, many newcomers can feel overwhelmed. For some, there is also … Continue reading

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Spanish-speaking newcomers learn about resources to help them find work in their own professions

For Immediate Release, February 26, 2009 Burlington, ON: The Centre for Skills Development & Training and the Halton Peel Hispanic Association (HPHA) hosted an information session on February 19 to explore employment resources for internationally trained professionals and newcomers. The … Continue reading

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Enhanced Language Training Program for New Immigrants Receives Funding Renewal

For Immediate Release, December 20, 2005 Burlington, ON – The Centre for Skills Development & Training (The Centre) is proud to announce the renewal and re-launch of its exciting, higher level and employment focused English as a Second Language (ESL) … Continue reading

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Over 22,500 Halton and Area Residents Get Career Support From The Centre

For Immediate Release, December 19, 2005 Burlington, ON – The Centre for Skills Development & Training (The Centre) is pleased to announce that over 22,500 Halton and area residents received employment and career support services from The Centre in its … Continue reading

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New Enhanced Language Program Prepares Foreign-Trained Electricians for Employment Success

For Immediate Release, March 16, 2005 Burlington, ON – The Centre for Skills Development & Training (The Centre) is proud to announce the launch of an exciting new, higher level and employment focused English as a Second Language (ESL) program … Continue reading

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New Enhanced Language Program Prepares New Immigrants For Employment Success

For Immediate Release, January 18, 2005 Burlington, ON – The Centre for Skills Development & Training (The Centre) is proud to announce the launch of an exciting new, higher level and employment focused English as a Second Language (ESL) program … Continue reading

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