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National Volunteer Week
Today marks the start of National Volunteer Week. TESL Ontario would like to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of our volunteers for their invaluable contributions to the association and our affiliate chapters.
We consider our TESL Ontario volunteers to be our most valued community resource. Sharing their time, expertise, commitment, and vision, our volunteers inspire and motivate us to continuously find new ways to serve and support our members.
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.
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.
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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Call for Articles
TESL Ontario’s quarterly publication, Contact Magazine, is currently accepting submissions for this year’s Spring issue.
Submission Deadline: March 1, 2025
Contact Fall Issue
The Fall issue of CONTACT TESL Ontario Magazine is published and can be downloaded from our website for CONTACT at
http://contact.teslontario.org/issues/
Call for Research
Canadian language teachers are eager to adopt plurilingual, action-oriented and digital pedagogies but may face challenges in the process. We are conducting innovative research to provide teacher resources and design a pan-Canadian toolkit with rich resources that will be made available for free but we need to hear your voice first.
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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.
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My personal story of re-learning a second language as an adult
April 21, 2025
As an adult, speaking Italian became very difficult for me. When I was young, my grandmother lived with us and the main language in the house was Italian. She immigrated to Canada in the 1950s and was unable to speak English, so, in order to communicate with her, we needed to speak Italian. When sh... Read more
What Toddlers Have Taught Me About Effective Language Learning
April 14, 2025
In my CLB 2-3 language class, I’m often reminded of toddlers learning their first words. My students, much like young children, are navigating a world of new sounds, gestures, and social interactions—sometimes with adorably direct, and occasionally awkward, bluntness. Take how they ask for help, for example. “REPEAT!” they say when it’s the only wor... Read more
“Teacher, I’m sorry, but I’m not good at technology!” How should we address this challenge in the AI era?
April 7, 2025
Technology has transformed the learning process and will continue to evolve. Even in conventional classrooms, students need to develop digital skills, as many assignments are now submitted online. Adapting to technology is no longer optional—it’s an essential part of modern ... Read more