English Language Learning

ENGLISH AS AN ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE (EAL) PROGRAM

The EAL Program is delivered at the WAEC 310 Vaughan Street site. It has been developed to help students for whom English is an additional language. Students enrolled in this program will: 

• Develop the listening, speaking, reading, writing, viewing and representing skills necessary for success in school and society.
• Develop an appreciation of their own culture and the cultures of others. 
• Integrate into the regular English program and other subject areas when it is advisable.
• Upon arrival at WAEC, students are assessed and based on the results of the test, students are placed in courses accordingly.

Student develop language at their own pace. Students will be remain in existing or move to new programming as their skills in English develop.

MALTI - MANITOBA ADULT LANGUAGE TRAINING INITIATIVE (CLB 5-8)

The MALTI Program is delivered at the WAEC 310 Vaughan Street site. MALTI is a partnership between the Winnipeg School Division and the Province of Manitoba. It supports adult learners who have Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) levels 5–8. The program helps students improve their English and prepare for employment or post‑secondary education. MALTI offers in‑class English lessons to help students build skills and confidence for work or further studies. The program also provides career support, such as help with résumés, cover letters, practice interviews, and short training courses. Through MALTI, students can access academic upgrading and support services to earn a mature student high school diploma and other employment-related certifications, helping them overcome barriers to employment.

Students applying for the MALTI program must first complete an English assessment at the Winnipeg English Language Assessment and Referral Centre (WELARC). Contact WELARC at 204-943-5387 to book an assessment appointment. They will test your English and tell you your CLB level.

If you would like more information about the EAL courses or the MALTI programs, click on our Course Handbook link or contact the school at 204-947-1674.

ADULT EAL (180 Main Street) - STAGE 1 (CLB 1-4) IRCC LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION FOR NEWCOMERS TO CANADA (LINC)

At our Adult EAL location on 180 Main Street, Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) Stage 1 provides basic English classes for newcomers with Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) levels 1–4 and Literacy students. LINC programs are free to eligible participants.

What do you learn?
Basic communication: talking and understanding simple daily conversations.
Essential needs: communicating about personal information and everyday activities.
Community and work: learning simple skills for life in Canada and basic workplace tasks.

How to be referred to the program?
Learners must first complete an English assessment at the Winnipeg English Language Assessment and Referral Centre (WELARC). Contact WELARC at 204-943-5387 to book an assessment appointment. They will test your English and tell you your CLB level.

How much does it cost?
LINC programs are free.

If you would like more information about Adult EAL, contact the school at 204-953-1070.