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Affordable and professional English learning and assessment services.

Access affordable, professional language services to enhance English proficiency through CLB 5–8 courses and English assessment services through a partnership with CELPIP–Horizon.

ASSIST EAL Intensive English Classes

English as an Additional Language (EAL) – Fee-Based Program

The ASSIST EAL Intensive Cost Recovery Program is a comprehensive English language training program designed for adult newcomers who wish to continue developing their English proficiency beyond government-funded language training or who require additional language development for employment, professional licensing, post-secondary education, or personal goals. The program offers a sequence of intensive courses from CLB 5 through CLB 8, each aligned and following 8 strands: with the Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB), the CCLB Language for Success Framework, Grammar Development, Vocabulary and Pronunciation Development, Digital Learning and Google Workspace Integration, Employment, Community and Academic Readiness, Performance-Based Assessment, and Integrated CELPIP and IETLS preparation.

Program Pathway of Progression:

Total: 11 instructional hours per week 

Aligned with
Program Options:
CLB 5

Option 1: Blended Learning (In-Person + Online) 

Dates: July 6, 2026 – January 18, 2027 
Location: ASSIST Southwest Office 

Schedule: 

  • Mondays: In-person, 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 
    + 2-hour asynchronous online assignment 
  • Tuesdays: Online, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 
    + 1-hour asynchronous online assignment 

 

Option 2: Online Learning 

Schedule: 

  • Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 
  • 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 
  • Dates: September 14, 2026 – April 2027 
CLB 6 

Option 1: Blended Learning (In-Person + Online) 

Dates: September 14, 2026 – January 18, 2027 
Location: ASSIST Southwest Office 

Schedule: 

  • Mondays: In-person, 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 
    + 2-hour asynchronous online assignment 
  • Tuesdays: Online, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 
    + 1-hour asynchronous online assignment 

 

Option 2: Online Learning 

Schedule: 

  • Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 
  • 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 
  • Dates: September 14, 2026 – April 2027 
CLB 7 & CLB 8

Option 1: Blended Learning (In-Person + Online) 

Dates: September 14, 2026 – April 12, 2027 
Location: ASSIST Downtown Office 

Schedule: 

  • Mondays: In-person, 9:15 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. + 2-hour asynchronous online assignment 
  • Tuesdays: Online, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. + 1 hour asynchronous online assignment 

 

Option 2: Online Learning 

Dates: September 14, 2026 – April 12, 2027 

Schedule: 

  • Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 
  • 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.  
  • 2-hour asynchronous online assignments per week 
Program Fee: $180 per month (Childminding is available for an additional fee of $20)

For More Information & Registration 

📞 Phone: 780-429-3112 
✉️ Email: lincsw@assistcsc.org  

ASSIST CELPIP – Horizon English Assessment Service

ASSIST Community Services Centre is pleased to offer CELPIP–Horizon, a flexible, computer-based English assessment designed to help learners better understand their current language abilities and prepare for their next steps in education, employment, or English language training. 

CELPIP–Horizon evaluates practical, real-world communication skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The assessment takes approximately 55 minutes to complete and provides a detailed report showing the learner’s performance in each language skill. Results are generally available within 48 hours and are aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, known as CEFR.

How CELPIP–Horizon Can Help
Place

The assessment provides a clear picture of a learner’s current English abilities. This information can help programs place learners in an appropriate class, identify areas where additional support may be needed, and develop more targeted learning plans.

Practice

ASSIST CELPIP–Horizon can be used as a realistic practice assessment for individuals preparing to take the CELPIP–General test. It introduces learners to similar question formats and task types, helps them understand what to expect, and identifies the skills they may need to strengthen before taking the official test.

Verify
The detailed score report offers an objective overview of a candidate’s English communication skills. It may help individuals demonstrate their abilities when exploring employment, education, or workforce pathways and allows employers or service providers to better understand a candidate’s strengths across all four language skills.
A Convenient and Secure Assessment

ASSIST CELPIP–Horizon is delivered through Prometric’s secure online assessment platform. Depending on the service arrangement, the assessment may be completed remotely from a quiet and appropriate location or delivered through an approved testing location. Secure identity verification, system controls, and online proctoring help protect the integrity of the assessment.

With one efficient assessment, learners receive meaningful information about their English skills, areas for improvement, and readiness for future language-learning, testing, education, and employment goals.

Assessment Fee: $70.00

For More Information & Registration 

📞 Phone: 780-429-3112 
✉️ Email: lincsw@assistcsc.org 

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