Are you new to Canada? NorQuest College supports your settlement in Alberta and Canada by offering courses that will help you develop basic English language proficiency, settlement knowledge, and essential skills.
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The instructors were amazing and I was in my comfort zone being around other learners who were facing the same challenges. Part of me wanted to stay there forever.
Our classes range from CLB 0 (including basic literacy) to CLB 8. They include full-time and part-time in-person, online, and blended delivery options. Our deliveries are flexible so you can study at your own pace and at a time you want.
We also offer American Sign Language, and courses to help you study online.
Our community service activities provide learning opportunities while contributing to the community. They will help prepare you for further education or career options.
This program offers multiple options—select the format that best fits your life and the way you learn.
Blended
A method of course delivery where both online and in-person/real-time instruction are required components.
Online
Classes are delivered through a virtual platform and may include real-time sessions or flexible anytime options, with occasional in-person labs for some programs.
In person
Classes are held in a classroom with face-to-face instruction and regularly scheduled meeting times.
Our programs begin every two months based on availability.
Blended
Online
Evening
Online
Francophone-focused settlement services are available, and it is possible to settle in French in Canada. Email LINC@norquest.ca for information on settlement services available in French.
Des services d'établissement francophones sont disponibles. Il est possible de s'établir en français au Canada. Veuillez envoyer un courriel à LINC@norquest.ca pour obtenir des renseignements sur les services d'établissement disponibles en français.
Certain personal information is collected and shared with Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada when you apply to the LINC program. Visit Gathering information to better meet the needs of newcomers to Canada for details about why your personal information is collected and how your information is protected and used.
LINC students who need support with child care while studying may be eligible for community-based care for newcomer children.
Tuition for LINC is funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. There are no fees or tuition for eligible students.
We appreciate your interest in this program. However, this program is not available to international students at this time. For a full list of programs available to international students, please visit the programs and courses page.
If you're not sure which program is perfect for you, NorQuest's International Student Recruiters can help. Contact international.recruitment@norquest.ca or book a meeting.
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We appreciate your interest in NorQuest’s Program name! However, this program is not open to international students at this time. For a full list of programs available to international students, please visit the Programs and Courses page.
If you’re not sure which program is perfect for you, NorQuest’s International Student Recruiters can help. Contact international.recruitment@norquest.ca or book a meeting.
