Organization: YWCA Toronto - Employment and Training Services - Toronto - Dixon Rd - Newcomer Program, Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC)
Phone Numbers: 416-242-3939
Fax: 416-242-3934
Email: elsdinfo@ywcatoronto.org
Website: www.ywcatoronto.org/ourprograms/employmentandtraining/iamanewcomerorrefugee/englishclasses
Address:
222 Dixon Rd Suite 205
Toronto, ON
M9P 3S5
Location: Cross streets: Islington Ave and Dixon Rd;
Accessibility Notes: Wheelchair accessible building including barrier free washrooms
Hours: Class hours: Mon-Fri 9 am-2:30 pm
Public Contacts: Anita Xhamiha - Client Services Administrator and Educational Assistant
416-242-3939 ext 300 * elsdinfo@ywcatoronto.org

Service Description: Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada: for women, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto Assessment Centre -- see separate entry
  • technology-enhanced language training for LINC levels CLB Lit - CLB 4
  • skills development for life in Canada
  • preparation for job search and for entry into colleges and universities
  • guest speakers, field trips and social events
  • Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) instructors
  • TTC support available to those who qualify -- settlement and employment counseling available on site
Classes offered in-person



Fees: None
Application: Email or call the main line to book a language assessment test contact language.test@ymcagta.org
Eligibility / Target Population: Women 18 years or older who are permanent residents, Convention refugees or under CUAET
Languages: English
Area Served: Etobicoke, North Etobicoke, Malton, West Woodbridge, South Etobicoke
See Also: Employment Assistance
English/French as a Second Language (ESL/FSL) Training Programs
Last Updated: 4/10/2026
Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=132815

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