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Citizenship Classes

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IMPORTANT INFORM​ATION:

Due to schools being closed, Citizenship classes will be available from home until at least May 29, 2020.  If you have a question or would like to register for a class, please email uplands@yrdsb.ca​ or call 905-731-9557 / 905-305-4122 and leave us a message. 

Thank you for your patience and understanding. 

ESL for Citizenship

York Region District School Board, in partnership with the government of Ontario (MCIIT), provides language classes for citizenship test preparation. This course develops effective language skills in preparing adult ESL learners (18+) to take the Canadian Citizenship test through a focus on specific vocabulary and necessary concepts.

Are you looking for free training to enhance your language skills in preparation for your Citizenship application?

This program may be right for you if you are:

• CLB 3+ in Speaking
• Applying for Citizenship
• Preparing for the Citizenship test
• Interested in learning about Canadian history, geography, government, etc.

How do I start?

Registration is ongoing. A language assessment may be necessary to start the training.

Call 905-731-9557 or 905-305-4122
E-mail uplands@yrdsb.ca

Course offerings, locations and times:

Citizenship Course Locations	​Course Schedule
Markham Chinese Baptist Church	Tuesday and Thursday 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Richmond Hill Chinese Baptist Church	​Monday and Wednesday 12:30pm - 3:00pm

We look forward to welcoming you!

NEW! Gr. 8 Reach Ahead 2020 Summer Credit Language Program

http://www.yrdsb.ca/Programs/ConEd/Pages/International-Languages-Secondary-Program.aspx

NEW! Grade 8 Reach Ahead 2020 Summer Credit Language Program & Grade 9 to 12 Students (Spanish & Mandarin)

• Grade 8 students can now take a Grade 9 credit course this summer in Spanish or Mandarin.
• Grades 9 to 12 students can now take Level B or C summer credit courses in Spanish or Mandarin.
• Prerequisites are not required for any Level B international languages course.
• This is an 18-day program (July 6-29, Monday to Friday, 8:45 a.m. to 3:33 p.m. daily) for one credit introductory (Level B) international languages course.

How to Register

YRDSB Students - Registration opens March 9, 2020

• Register online using myPathway Planner. Please refer to the My Pathway Planner tip sheet to register. 

Non-YRDSB Students - Registration opens March 9, 2020

• Complete the registration form.
• Forms can be dropped off Monday through Friday at the Continuing Education Services office located on the main floor of the Dr. Bette Stephenson Centre for Learning (36 Regatta Ave., Richmond Hill) between 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

This program is available at the following summer school locations:

• Langstaff SS, Richmond Hill
• Milliken Mills HS, Markham
• Sir William Mulock SS, Newmarket
• Tommy Douglas SS, Vaughan

More information is available from Continuing Education.

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