"With the encouragement of the teachers, I can now understand some simple sentences. I can go ask in the supermarket where to find food, and have simple conversation. 

I am very happy here, I not only learned English knowledge, but also understood the culture and history of Canada. 

I am very thankful to the centre and teachers. Thank you for all your help. "

(Qinsheng Ma, 2025)

"When I started learning English, I was like a blank sheet of paper. When I heard someone spoke English to me, I felt like I saw a big tiger. I was very scared, and keep things to myself. 

But thanks two years of learning at the Welcome Centre, now I can stop and chat, like a superhero!

I want to thank CICS for giving us this wonderful learning opportunity and thank you to all the teachers for your care and encouragement. You have helped me become more confident and made me enjoy speaking English. 

I hope to keep improving and encourage those who, just like me before, please don't be afraid to take the first step, you can do it too!"

(Li Wang, 2025)

"Before I came to English class at CICS, I was so afraid to speak English in my daily life. I avoided situations where I had to speak English on purpose, even when my neighbour greeted me, I only said hi and bye, and then I hurried away...

But after studying here, I find myself becoming more and more confident. I even started to approach others and started conversation. 

I'm grateful to teachers and my classmate for their company...Thank you CICS!" 

(Jinfeng Xia, 2025)