Immigrant Centre

Duties and Responsibilities

• Meet online or in person with their Language Partner for informal conversation classes
• Assist with basic grammar, vocabulary building, and pronunciation
• Provide encouragement and support
• Share general information about Winnipeg, e.g. community events, activities, schools, transportation
• Provide information about Canadian life, culture and customs

Qualifications and Skills

• Resided in Canada (preferably in Winnipeg) for at least three years
• Knowledgeable about Winnipeg
• Fluent in English with minimum CLB of 8 or equivalent
• Ability to work with individuals from diverse ethno-cultural backgrounds
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong time management and organization skills
• Patience
• For online classes - experience using Zoom

Location and Time Commitment

• 1.5 hours per week
• Minimum three-month commitment required
• One meeting per week minimum
• Shifts available on weekdays, evenings and Saturdays 
• Online classes take place via Zoom
• In-person classes take place at the Immigrant Centre or off-site at a public location: e.g. library or coffee shop. Volunteers who want to meet with their partner off-site must provide a Police Record Certificate.

Thank you very much for your time and interest! Please note that only candidates who meet the minimum position requirements will be invited to attend an interview. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by the program manager within 7 business days of submitting your application.