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1,200
unique
learners
59%
of our learners
are refugees
A SNAPSHOT OF
OUR LANGUAGE SERVICES LAST YEAR
63%
students identified
as female
25,601
instructional
hours
Since the funding cuts
The number of clients waiting for classes continues to
grow, putting pressure on available resources and staff
capacity.
Access to crucial language learning opportunities are
limited.
What we heard after the
It made me really sad, because I was expecting to
continue learning English. ~Fosia
613 GRADUATES
I don’t want to use a translator at the doctor, I want to
keep my info private. Also, I want to communicate with
my children’s teachers.
I am a single mom who cannot get a good job with
my poor vocabulary and spelling. Presently, my children
understand English more than me and I want to be able
to interact with them so that we can be a strong family.
I can’t improve my English skills further and this hinders
my goals.
If I have (C L B 5) I am very confident to get a job. I will be
able to build a strong community by helping my children
to communicate with their teachers and classmates.