BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Edmonton Community Adult Learning Association (ECALA) - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.ecala.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Edmonton Community Adult Learning Association (ECALA)
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Edmonton
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20190310T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20191103T080000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20200308T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20201101T080000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20210314T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20211107T080000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20220313T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20221106T080000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20230312T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20231105T080000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20240310T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20241103T080000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20250309T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20251102T080000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20260308T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20261101T080000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20270314T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20271107T080000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T071251
CREATED:20191106T182213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T211949Z
UID:1950-1599523200-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:English for Life Skills
DESCRIPTION:Are you worried that you will not be able to talk to your doctor or go to your child’s parent-teacher meeting because you are not confident of your English? In this class learners will practice speaking\, listening\, reading\, and writing in English. You will learn about: \n\nGoing to the doctor\nOrdering food\nBanking\nAsking about the bus or LRT\nWriting letters and resumes\nAnd more!\n\nYou will learn through conversations and use of quizzes\, games\, exercises\, puzzles\, vocabulary cards and field trips.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/english-as-another-language/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,South West Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="United Cultures of Canada Association (UCCA)":MAILTO:ucca@shaw.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210820
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240701
DTSTAMP:20260404T071251
CREATED:20220729T192825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T161903Z
UID:6410-1629417600-1719791999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Collective Kitchen
DESCRIPTION:Cooking and connection are what you will find in a Collective Kitchen program.  Small groups get together (in person or virtually) in different agencies across the city.  You will prepare and take home healthy meals for yourself and your family.  With hands on food preparation you will learn new skills such as \n\nbudgeting\nmeal preparation\nkitchen safety\nmath\nreading and writing\n\nYou will make new friends as you work through recipes in small groups.  At most sites\, a meal is made and eaten together.  At the end of the session\, you will take home 4 different meals.  You can freeze these meals and save them for when time and/or money is tight.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/collective-kitchens/
CATEGORIES:Community Capacity Building,North East Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="Dickinsfield Amity House":MAILTO:info@amityhouse.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210820
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240701
DTSTAMP:20260404T071251
CREATED:20220729T193031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T161818Z
UID:6412-1629417600-1719791999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Cooking with Aunty -  Indigenous
DESCRIPTION:Cooking with Aunty is an Indigenous focused program\, led by a Metis Birth worker and chef.  It combines cooking and connecting.  You will meet online two times a month to make a meal “together” and then share the meal afterwards.  You will make new friends and connections\, get support\, and share stories.  Families are welcome – get the kids in the kitchen too!  This course is offered in partnership with Indigenous Birth Alberta.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/cooking-with-aunty/
CATEGORIES:Community Capacity Building,Indigenous,North East Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="Dickinsfield Amity House":MAILTO:info@amityhouse.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T071251
CREATED:20191106T175116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T210600Z
UID:1924-1631491200-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Seniors English as Another Language
DESCRIPTION:English classes for seniors aged 55+. You will practice reading\, writing\, listening\, and speaking about topics that interest you. You will make new friends and learn about things to do in Edmonton.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/seniors-english-as-another-language/
CATEGORIES:Central Edmonton,English Language Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T071251
CREATED:20191106T175247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T220121Z
UID:1926-1631491200-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Community Outreach English Language Learning
DESCRIPTION:If English is not your first language we can help you learn more. We have Beginner and Intermediate classes. The class are held  in person or online. Classes happen in the morning\, afternoon or evening.  You will practice reading\, writing\, listening\, and speaking about topics that interest you. We plan the lessons by listening to the learners.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/community-outreach/
CATEGORIES:Central Edmonton,English Language Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T071251
CREATED:20191106T175732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T205454Z
UID:1930-1631491200-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:English as a Second Language
DESCRIPTION:Come to English as a second language to get better at speaking\, listening\, reading\, and writing in English.  By the end of the course\, you will be able to \n\nhave a conversation and speak in sentences\nlisten to others and have a discussion\nread and write complex sentences
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/english-as-a-second-language-2/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,South East Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="Indo-Canadian Women's Association":MAILTO:info@icwaedmonton.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T071251
CREATED:20191106T180120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T205354Z
UID:1932-1631491200-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:English Conversation Class for Seniors
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to get better at speaking\, listening\, reading\, and writing in English?  At the end of this course\, you will be able to \n\nhave a simple conversation\nspeak\, read and write simple sentences\nlisten to others and have a discussion
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/english-conversation-class-for-seniors/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,South East Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="Indo-Canadian Women's Association":MAILTO:info@icwaedmonton.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T071251
CREATED:20191106T181822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T194039Z
UID:1946-1631491200-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:English Language Learning: Beginner (pre CLB 1)
DESCRIPTION:Join Candora’s beginner level English class! You will practice simple tasks like saying hello and asking for directions. In the class you will: \n\nLearn new words and simple phrases\nLearn to talk about yourself\, ask for things\, have short conversations\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/english-language-learning-basic-1-pre-banchmark-and-or-clb-1/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,North East Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="The Candora Society":MAILTO:info@candorasociety.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T071251
CREATED:20191106T200226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T200817Z
UID:1970-1631491200-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Reading and Writing for Academic Goals (English and Francophone)
DESCRIPTION:Do you need to get better at reading and writing before you can go to post-secondary school?  You will learn: \n\nGrammar and mechanics\nEssay writing\nReading\nExams and academic upgrading\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/reading-and-writing-for-academic-goals/
CATEGORIES:Adult Literacy,North West Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="The Learning Centre Literacy Association":MAILTO:office@tlcla.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T071251
CREATED:20200828T203242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T192456Z
UID:3337-1631491200-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:English Language Learning:  Basic 1 (CLB 1-2)
DESCRIPTION:Come and join Basic 1 level English classes at Candora! In this class you will: \n\nLearn English for shopping\, health\, transportation\, etc.\nTalk about everyday things and have simple conversations\nLearn new vocabulary\, grammar and spelling\nAnd more!\n\nBecome a part of the English Language Learning (ELL) community\, make new friends and study new skills in a friendly class! \n 
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/english-language-learning-basic-2-clb-2-3/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,North East Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="The Candora Society":MAILTO:info@candorasociety.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T071251
CREATED:20200828T203645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T192945Z
UID:3339-1631491200-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:English Language Learning:  Basic 2 (CLB 3-4)
DESCRIPTION:Join Candora for fun English classes. In the classroom\, you will: \n\nLearn new words and grammar about health and community\nIncrease your confidence in speaking English\nLearn to express yourself in different everyday situations\nPractice your listening\, speaking\, reading\, and writing skills\n\nBecome a part of our English Language Learning (ELL) community\, make new friends and study new skills in a friendly classroom!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/english-language-learning-intermediate-clb-4-5/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,North East Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="The Candora Society":MAILTO:info@candorasociety.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220701
DTSTAMP:20260404T071251
CREATED:20220729T194527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220729T194908Z
UID:6422-1631491200-1656633599@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:English for Community Integration - Intermediate
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday starting on September 5th (from 1 pm to 4 pm) you will have a chance to work on your English language skills. Our teachers look forward to getting to know you and finding out what you would like to learn. In the past\, we have gone on field trips to the library\, visited community gardens and gone for walks in the river valley. The course is free\, and all are welcome to attend. We provide writing materials\, including journals and copies of learning materials.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/english-for-community-integration-intermediate/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,South East Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="Multicultural Family Resource Society":MAILTO:info@mfrsedmonton.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220701
DTSTAMP:20260404T071251
CREATED:20220729T195400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220729T195400Z
UID:6431-1631491200-1656633599@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:English for Community Integration - Intermediate - Family Support Office
DESCRIPTION:Take your English language skills to the next level! MFRS is holding free classes for newcomers who have completed basic English and now want to keep improving. We’ll help you become even more confident reading\, writing and speaking English. All in a relaxed friendly environment where you can make new friends. Bring your children too. We will use city buses and learn to get around Edmonton. You will also learn more about the health care system\, how schools work and how to find a job.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/english-for-community-integration-intermediate-family-support-office/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,South East Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="Multicultural Family Resource Society":MAILTO:info@mfrsedmonton.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220701
DTSTAMP:20260404T071251
CREATED:20220729T195844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220729T195844Z
UID:6435-1631491200-1656633599@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:LELL Groups
DESCRIPTION:Our group classes have up to four people in them.  You will practice and get better at speaking English\, having conversations\, and pronouncing words.  Speak more confidently and clearly in English.  These classes are for people at Canadian Language Benchmark 2 to 5.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/lell-groups/
CATEGORIES:Central Edmonton,English Language Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="P.A.L.S. - Project Adult Literacy Society":MAILTO:info@palsedmonton.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T071251
CREATED:20251020T213730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T213730Z
UID:8811-1631491200-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Employment Literacy for English Language Learners (CLB 3-4)
DESCRIPTION:This program focuses on English skills for work! You will: \n\nUnderstand job ads\nFill out applications\nGet ready for interview\nPractice workplace conversations\nand more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/employment-literacy-for-english-language-learners-clb-3-4/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,North East Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="The Candora Society":MAILTO:info@candorasociety.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T071251
CREATED:20251020T215035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T215221Z
UID:8816-1631491200-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:English as a Second Language for Seniors
DESCRIPTION:Are you 55+ and want to practice your English skills? You will talk about: \n\nVisiting the doctor\nShopping\nAsking for directions\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/english-as-a-second-language-for-seniors/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,South East Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="United Cultures of Canada Association (UCCA)":MAILTO:ucca@shaw.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260404T071251
CREATED:20251020T215748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T215748Z
UID:8818-1631491200-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Employment Clinics
DESCRIPTION:Apply for many jobs but no success yet? In this clinic you talk about: \n\nInterview skills\nResumes and Cover letters\nApplications\nOnline job search\nPersonality assessment\nCareer Planning\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/employment-clinics/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,South East Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="United Cultures of Canada Association (UCCA)":MAILTO:ucca@shaw.ca
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR