Pebbles in the Sand

Program Description

The program helps immigrant women learn to read and write.

Program Details

• English language enhancement
• One-on-one language support and mentoring
• Family literacy skills
• Parenting information
• Life skills
• Health education
• Community resources information and support
• Field trips 

Eligible Clients

The program is available to all immigrant women, including Canadian citizens and refugees with less than 7 years of education. An English assessment is required for enrolment.

Program Dates 

The program has three terms a year and weekly intakes

• April – July
• August – November
• November – March 

Classes are offered part-time

• Morning 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Afternoon 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• Evening 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Additional Program Information

• Classes are offered in 9 community locations
• Participants receive support with transportation cost to come to classes
• Field trips and group visits to different places in Calgary
• Referrals to other CIWA programs help participants access additional support services

Free childcare and first language support is available.

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