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Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC)

OCISO offers English language instruction for newcomers to Canada.

What we offer:

• Two schools, one in the East end (Hardini Centre LINC) and one in the South (1800 Bank Street). Click here for maps, directions, and details.
• Full and part-time classes
• Day and evening classes
• Free for landed immigrants and convention refugees
• Guest speakers
• Co-op job placement opportunities with corporate partners
• Field trips
• Practical information about life in Canada
• Free child-care for children 6 months to 5 years
• Free parking

LINC 6/7 Classes now offered

(highest level available, up to Canadian Language Benchmarks 10)

TOEFL, Writing, Presentation Skills, Academic, Workplace and Professional English

Academic:

• Mon to Fri, 3:00 -6:00 pm

Workplace/Business/Professional:

• Mon to Thu, 5:00 - 8:00 pm or 6:00 - 9:00 pm
• Available at Bank St. location

To Register for LINC

You may register at any of our schools during their office hours. Bring the results of the Canadian Language Benchmark Assessment (CLBA) and your immigration document.

If you do not have your CLBA, we will help you arrange an assessment at the YMCA Language Assessment & Resource Centre at 240 Catherine Street, Suite 308, Ottawa.
Phone 613-238-5462, or visit their website.

For more information contact:

Ron Lavoie, LINC Manager
Phone: 613-249-9634
Fax: 613-249-0522
E-mail: LINC