LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada)
LINC is a language and settlement program funded by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC). Newcomers have many questions about life in Canada. LINC curriculum includes practical every day English, Canadian cultural awareness and Computer Assisted Language Learning outcomes. Students learn language skills needed to shop, access health care and education, use the telephone, find suitable housing, look for a job, and much more. The LINC program teaches students to communicate effectively in four key areas: listening, speaking, reading and writing.
Days and Hours of Operation
At the BNRC 50 Kennedy site, BNRC offers Literacy and LINC 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 classes in the mornings, afternoons and evenings:
•Morning classes: Mon. to Fri. from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
•Afternoon classes: Mon. to Fri. from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
•Evening classes: Mon. to Thu. from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
•Weekend classes: Saturday and Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
At the BNRC Springdale site, BNRC offers Literacy and LINC 1, 2, 3, 4 classes in the mornings, afternoons and evenings:
•Morning classes: Mon. to Fri. from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
•Afternoon classes: Mon to Fri from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
•Evening classes: Mon. to Thu from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
•Weekend classes: Saturday from 9:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
LINC offers both full and part-time classes to suit student needs, and free childcare while students attend classes. Most LINC centres can also refer students to other language training classes in their local areas.
Note: Language classes are available for every adult in the family not just persons who may be looking for work.
Transportation Assistance is Provided to BNRC students (Some Conditions Apply).
Child Minding Program
BNRC is pleased to offer free Child Minding programs for children (aged 18 months to pre-school) of BNRC LINC students:
•Arts and Crafts
•Circle Time (songs, stories, language)
•Free Play with Lots of Toys
•Drama and Science
•Gross Motor Play
•Sensory Play (water, sand, etc.)
•Health and Safety activities
•Snack of the Day
Please register your children as soon as possible, so they do not miss this great opportunity to help them develop their skills, learn English faster, learn more about Canada and meet many wonderful people from around the world!
Computers
LINC is often the first program that introduces many students to the wonderful world of computers, shows students the power of the internet, and teaches students how to use computers to communicate with family back home. LINC students have the opportunity to use ESL software to enhance their language learning.
Locations
We have two(2) locations in Brampton:
Kennedy Location:
50 Kennedy Rd. South, Unit 24
(Kennedy Square Mall)
Brampton, Ontario L6W 3R7
Phone: 905- 452-1262
Springdale Location
2260 Bovaird Drive East, Unit 107
Brampton, Ontario L6R 3J5
Phone: 905-789-1641
Antonina Boulkanova, Manager, LINC Program
Phone: ( 905) 452 1262 ext 225
Rose Dart, LINC Administrative Assistant
Phone: (905) 452 1262 ext 248
Khyati Shah, Lead Childminder
Phone: (905)452 1262 ext 212
