Application
Language Instruction for Newcomers- Language test (CLBA, CLBPT, Literacy) will determine the appropriate level
- LINC assessment and instruction for Thunder Bay
- LINC assessment and Home Study for Thunder Bay District
Coordinated Language Assessment and Referral Centre- Call ahead to verify eligibility, book assessment appointment and confirm documents (Permanent Resident (PR) card or Landing paper with passport) to access service
Eligibility - Population(s) Served
Individuals 18 years of age and older
Language Instruction for Newcomers- Must be a Permanent Resident or Convention Refugee, but not yet a Canadian citizen
- Some exceptions apply; call for eligibility determination
Coordinated Language Assessment and Referral CentreAdults 18 years or older who are newcomers to Canada or meet one of these criteria:
- Canadian citizens born outside of Canada
- Permanent resident born outside of Canada
- Convention refugees
- Protected persons or refugee claimants
- Workers admitted under the Live-In Caregiver program
- Applicants under other programs holding the initial letter of approval from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
Fees
None; Fee assistance available for Transportation Assistance - Bus pass may be provided; Day Care may be provided if spaces are available; assistance is provided by Thunder Bay Multicultural Association
Contacts
Maggie Landry - Language Assessor
maggiel@thunderbay.org
Leema Farha - LINC Coordinator
leemaf@thunderbay.org
Languages
English ; French ; Arabic ; Farsi ; Hindi ; Punjabi ; Spanish
Language Note
available in 58 languages
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
