About Write@Home
Write@Home is a quarterly publication of writing submitted by LINC Home Study students. We are proud of our students and thrilled to publish their writing. The publication encourages our students to practice writing, helps to boost their self-confidence, promotes language skills development and creates a sense of community within the LINC Home Study program. We also hope our readers learn from and feel inspired by the collection of works that are showcased each issue
About LINC Home Study
LINC Home Study is an English language programn for newcomers to Canada who wish to improve their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills but have barriers to attending classroom courses.
What is the program like?
As a student in the LINC Home Study program, you can learn English from the comfort of your home. You have the choice of completing the program either online (using a computer with internet access) or offline (using a traditional textbook and CD). All study materials are based on the Canadian Language Benchmarks standards. To be successful, you have to study hard and commit your time to improving your English skills. This includes studying independently for 5 to 10 hours a week and finishing homework assignments.
How much does the program cost?
There is no fee to enrol in this program. LINC Home Study is funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
Do I get any help?
To ensure you have the best possible learning experience, you receive support from our experienced and qualified staff. You work with a TESL-certified instructor who contacts you every week by phone or VOIP to review your homework, help you practice speaking and answer your questions. Your instructor develops a learning plan that is tailored to your individual needs and guides you along the path to achieving your goals. You can also contact our technical and program support staff for assistance with any questions you have about the program policies, features or functionality.
How do I register for the program?
To qualify for the program you must have your language skills assessed at a language assessment centre and be:
- of legal school leaving age within your province or territory
- a convention refugee OR a permanent resident of Canada who has not become a Canadian citizen
- unable to attend classroom-based English language training
Contact Us
If you have questions or feedback about the LINC Home Study program or Write@Home, please email us at: help@linchomestudy.ca
Disclaimer
The views expressed in this publication are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the views of the Centre for Education & Training or Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. There is no guarantee that the information in this publication is correct, accurate or complete.
Write@Home
Write@Home is a quarterly publication of writing submitted by LINC Home Study students. We are proud of our students and thrilled to publish their writing. The publication encourages our students to practice writing, helps to boost their self-confidence, promotes language skills development and creates a sense of community within the LINC Home Study program. We also hope our readers learn from and feel inspired by the collection of works that are showcased each issue.
Disclaimer
The views and opinions expressed by contributors to Write@Home do not necessarily represent those of the Achēv or Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. There is no guarantee that the information in this publication is correct, accurate or complete.
LINC Home Study
LINC Home Study is a federally funded, distance education program for newcomers to Canada who wish to improve their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Our clients face barriers to attending regular English language classes for reasons such as childcare, employment scheduling conflicts and health issues.
Our clients study independently and receive one-on-one instruction based on the Canadian Language Benchmark standards. The study options available are either online (client requires a computer with internet access) or correspondence (client receives a book and CD). Our TESL- certified instructors conduct one-on-one instructional sessions with their clients by phone or VoIP on a weekly basis.
Eligibility requirements:
- Minimum Canadian Language Benchmark score of 3,3,2,2 (listening, speaking, reading, writing)
- Of legal school leaving age within province or territory of residence
- Permanent resident of Canada, Convention refugee, or Ukrainian temporary resident
- Unable to attend classroom-based English language training