LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada)
Youth Summer Program
This program is pending approval for 2011/12
- Tuition funded by Citizenship and Immigration Canada
- Full-time studies
- Summer start
- Downtown Edmonton campus
Program Overview
The LINC Youth Summer program is designed for immigrant students of high school age to help them settle in Canada. The unique summer curriculum combines morning classroom study with organized afternoon recreational activities. The combination of computer-assisted language training, classroom learning, and organized activities helps students develop the practical English language and functional skills they need for daily living.
Career Potential
Students who complete the program will have the language skills, confidence, and settlement and community knowledge they need to successfully integrate into Canadian society and pursue further education.
Admission Requirements (2011-2012)
- A permanent resident, a person in the process of becoming a permanent resident, or a convention refugee
- 16 to 19 years of age
- Registered to attend high school in Edmonton for the next year
- Canadian Language Benchmarks assessment
- Parental consent required for under 18 years of age
Admission Requirements (2012-2013)
- A permanent resident, a person in the process of becoming a permanent resident, or a convention refugee
- 16 to 19 years of age
- Registered to attend high school in Edmonton for the next year
- Canadian Language Benchmarks assessment
- Assessed within LINC 1 to LINC 4 levels
- Parental consent required for under 18 years of age
Funding Your Education
This program is funded by Citizenship and Immigration Canada. Tuition is free to those who qualify.
Course Outline (2011/12)
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Hours |
Credits |
| LINC 2200 |
Reading/Writing 1-4 Sum |
64 |
3.0 |
| LINC 2201 |
Speaking/Listening 1-4 Sum |
64 |
3.0 |
Last updated:
October 10, 2011
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