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ESL & Newcomer Programs

Icon of the event Craft Connections
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
Gerrard/Ashdale

An afternoon gathering for adult crafters. Learn a craft, teach a craft and create personal and community projects in a friendly casual setting....


Upcoming Dates:
Wed Sep 11
Icon of the event Free ESL Classes CLB 2 - 4 Basic English Proficiency
Ongoing event running from Fri Feb 01, 2013 - Fri Jul 25, 2014
Cedarbrae

Free ESL classes run 2 times a week on Wednesdays and Fridays 10:30am - 1:30pm. in partnership with Toronto Catholic District School Board....

Icon of the event TOEFL Preparation Class
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm on recurring dates listed below
North York Central Library

This class helps you prepare for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) for university admission. You must be at least 18 years old and a resident of Toronto to join. Bring identification with address and proof of ...


Upcoming Dates:
Tue May 21
Thu May 23
Tue May 28
Thu May 30
Tue Jun 04
Icon of the event Library Settlement Partnerships
Ongoing event running from Mon Jan 02, 2012 - Sat Aug 31, 2013
Thorncliffe

New to Canada? Need information on employment, housing, language learning, schools and other topics? Speak to the LSP Worker in this library branch....

Icon of the event Global Experience Ontario
Tue Jun 04, 2013 | 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Cedarbrae

A program for internationally trained individuals....

Icon of the event WoodGreen English Conversation Circle
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm on recurring dates listed below
Gerrard/Ashdale

If you are a newcomer to Canada and want to practice your English communication skills, this program is for you! Newcomers and local Canadian volunteers sit together for a 90 minute informal conversation about culture, food, ...


Upcoming Dates:
Tue May 21
Tue May 28
Tue Jun 04
Tue Jun 11
Tue Jun 18
Icon of the event Knitters' Drop-In
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
Cedarbrae

A great place to share your interest in knitting and crochet. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, drop in and spend some time with fellow crafters. It's also a great way to practice your English conversation skills. Please br...


Upcoming Dates:
Tue May 21
Mon May 27
Mon Jun 03
Mon Jun 10
Mon Jun 17
Icon of the event English Conversation Circle
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
North York Central Library

Practice your conversation skills, make new friends, and learn about the library. You must be at least 18 years of age and have landed immigrant or Convention Refugee status to join. This program is co-sponsored by North York...


Upcoming Dates:
Wed Jul 03
Wed Jul 10
Wed Jul 17
Wed Jul 24
Wed Jul 31
Icon of the event Information for Newcomers (COSTI)
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
North York Central Library

Are you a newcomer to Canada? If you need information on: Employment, Health, Education, Housing or Settling into your community come to one of our free, drop in sessions on the 3rd floor and speak to a COSTI representative.


Upcoming Dates:
Fri May 31
Fri Jun 28
Fri Jul 26
Fri Aug 30
Icon of the event Craft Connections
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
Gerrard/Ashdale

Need a break? Drop in and meet a group of crafters who teach and learn from each other. Bring a project that you are working on or pick up a new craft in a friendly environment. Group projects for charities are possible and m...


Upcoming Dates:
Wed May 22
Wed May 29
Wed Jun 05
Wed Jun 12
Wed Jun 19