These cuts do not make economic sense. The impacted students will end up on long wait lists for basic language skills and will be less able to participate in the economy. It is impossible to pivot without a transition plan. These new Canadians deserve better!

Please restore this valuable course to VCC. How does the government expect newcomers to efficiently integrate into Canandian culture? The lack of resources harms the most vunerable; children, women, seniors and LGBTQ folks.

As the largest provider for LINC in the lower mainland for decades, VCC is equipped to provide quality education. It's one thing to reduce funding, but to cut the program at VCC altogether is reckless on the government's part.

This LINC program at VCC provides essential language and employment skills for newcomers while building strong community connections. Closing this program on so little notice leaves so many without options and support.

I have taken LINC classes at VCC, and they were incredibly helpful and informative, offering insights into Canadian life and culture beyond just teaching English. I truly hope these courses continue at VCC, especially given their excellent accessibility.

This program is too important to lose. LINC at VCC provides newcomer adults with a wrap around experience of education - access to libraries, counsellors, a student community, excellent instruction and most importantly a sense of being a welcomed Canadian and a life long learner.

I really agree

Learning English is vital for new immigrants to become more able to communicate well and contribute to Canadian society. VCC has always had a well respected LINC program and practical training for TESOL and the King Edward Campus is well situated on transit lines, has a good library, learning centre and bookstore for ESOL learners. Please let the LINC program continue.