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Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada

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Improve Your English

This government funded English language program will help you improve your English and integrate into Canadian culture in a welcoming university atmosphere.

In addition to learning English, Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) offers lessons on adapting to Canadian society and culture.

Government Funded Classes

Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) is fully funded by Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

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Accessible, High Quality Language Instruction

  • TESL accredited instructors
  • LINC certificate upon completion of each level up to CLB 4
  • University student services access

Day and evening classes are available.

U of R Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada

Quick Facts

LINC Office Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Time Zone: Central Standard Time (CST-SK)

Program: Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC)
Length: CLB 1-4 12-25 instruction hours per week
Offered Through: University of Regina
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Registration and Information

Eligibility Requirements and Testing

Eligibility

You are eligible for the LINC program if you are:

  • A Permanent Resident of Canada or Protected Person
  • 18 years of age or older

Step 1: Take the Canadian Language Benchmarks Placement Test (CLBPT)

You need to visit LARC to take the Canadian Language Benchmarks Placement Test (CLBPT).

The Assessment Centre is located at:

100-2445 13th Avenue
Regina, SK SP 0W1

Step 2: Be Referred to the University of Regina

Registration and Classes
  • Registration is continually accepted. There are no registration deadlines for this program.
  • Classes are held each term - winter, spring/summer and fall.
  • There are mandatory attedance requirements from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

Note there is no child care available during these classes. 

LINC Office Hours, Location and Contact

Office Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Time Zone

Central Standard Time (CST-SK)

Address and Contact Information

University of Regina
Wakpá Tower, Room 114
3737 Wascana Parkway
Regina, Saskatchewan  S4S 0A2

linc@uregina.ca

306-585-4136

My instructor's teaching style was perfect. She knew how to teach students and match their interests in their study. She was very helpful, co-operative, friendly, and caring. This program changed my life. I improved my English more than what I was expecting.
Rajveer
Completed LINC program