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Call for Proposals
This year’s TESL Ontario Annual Conference will be taking place November 19-21, 2025. The call for presentation proposals is now open for this year’s event: Igniting the Future of English Language Education.
Submission deadline: Friday, June 13, 2025 by 12:00 pm
TESL Ontario Board Recruitment
TESL Ontario is seeking members with passion for the field and extensive experience to fill four 3-year positions on the TESL Ontario Board of Directors.
Application submission deadline: June 29, 2025
TESL Ontario In-Person
PD Event
Presenter: Ruba Kallab, OCELT
Do you have trauma-affected learners in your class? Then join us as we learn how to integrate trauma-informed practices in LINC and adult ESL classrooms to create supportive learning environments.
We’ll also explore strategies for addressing the unique challenges faced by trauma-affected learners, fostering emotional safety, and promoting resilience.
TESL Ontario News
CONTACT TESL Ontario Magazine
The Spring issue of CONTACT TESL Ontario Magazine is published and can be downloaded at
http://contact.teslontario.org/issues/
TESL Ontario Urges Adjustments to Immigration Funding and Language Education Cuts
Please find below TESL Ontario’s statement in response to recent cuts to immigration settlement funding among the ongoing reduction of international student study permits.
TESL Ontario is currently collecting stakeholder feedback through a series of short surveys to best inform our next steps. Members will be updated as the process moves forward.
Call for Articles
TESL Ontario’s quarterly publication, Contact Magazine, is currently accepting submissions for this year’s Summer issue.
Submission Deadline: August 1, 2025
Sponsorship & advertisement opportunities
Connect with the Canadian English Language (ESL) education audience through advertisement and sponsorship opportunities at TESL Ontario.
Reach the largest audience of ESL educators in Canada to generate qualified leads through a variety of digital marketing options.
Elevate Your Teaching Team with OCELT Certification
In the ever-evolving landscape of the language education field, having a team of OCELT (Ontario Certified English Language Teacher) certified educators is crucial to delivering the highest quality English language learning program. Certified teaching staff not only enhance…
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Join Us at the 2025 TESL Ontario Annual Conference – Call for Presentations Now Open!
May 8, 2025
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