ELSA (English Language Services for Adults)

What is ELSA?
 
The ELSA program provides basic to high intermediate level English training for adults for adult newcomers to Canada.  ELSA is government funded and is free to students.
 
What will I learn at ELSA classes?
 
You will learn English to help you with all your communication needs.   You will learn about Canadian laws, health care, community resources and other topics relevant to adjusting to life in Canada.  At the highest ELSA levels you can prepare for further studies in English or qualify for training for employment.
 
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Who can take ELSA?
 
To join an ELSA class you must be 17 years old or older and approved for permanent residence, a Naturalized Canadian citizen or a Refugee Claimant.
 
What do I need to apply for ELSA?
 
To apply for ELSA please come in to the Immigrant & Multicultural Services Society office at 1633 Victoria Street, Prince George or call 250 562-2900 to make an appointment for a Canadian Language Benchmark assessment (see CLBPT section) to see what your English level is.  Please bring your Permanent Resident Card (PRC) and other immigration documents with you to your appointment.
 
What are the ELSA Levels?
 
ELSA goes from Level 1 (Low Beginner) to Level 5 (High Intermediate).  Labor market preparation classes are also available.
 
What are ELSA class times?
 
ELSA Level 1 to Level 3:
 
Part time  12 hours per week
Monday to Thursday  9:00AM to 12:00PM
 
ELSA Level 4/5
 
Part time 15 hours per week
Monday to Thursday 9:00AM to 12:45PM
 
Child care
 
Free on-site child minding is available during classes for parents                with pre-school children.
 
For further information in Arabic, Chinese, Dari, French, Karen, Korean, Persian, Punjabi, Russian, Spanish, Urdu or Vietnamese.
 

If you are interested please call Joan or Shannon at 250-562-2900 or email:  shannon@imss.ca or elsa.imss@shawcable.com for more information.