Welcoming
Speak, Read, and Write in English
We believe that learning the language is the first step towards understanding and participating in life in Saskatoon and in Canada.
RISE English
at Saskatoon Open Door Society
Reach. Inspire. Succeed. Empower.
Your language, your future.
Build practical English for work, community, and confidence.
About RISE English
RISE English is a new language program for adults who want to build their English skills.
We are currently inviting learners to register their interest.
The first term will run from April to July 2026.
Who can join?
- Adults 18+ living in Saskatoon and able to attend in person
- Learners at approximately CLB 3–8 (level confirmed during registration)
- All immigration statuses welcome: Permanent Residents, Refugees, Work Permit Holders, International Students, Visitors, and Canadian Citizens.
- Adults 18+ living in Saskatoon and able to attend in person
- Learners at approximately CLB 3–8 (level confirmed during registration)
- All immigration statuses welcome: Permanent Residents, Refugees, Work Permit Holders, International Students, Visitors, and Canadian Citizens.
Program Highlights
CLB 3–4: Emerging English
CLB 5–6: Expanding English
CLB 7–8: Elevated English
Across All Levels, RISE Focuses On:
- Real-world communication for daily life, work, and study
- CLB-aligned outcomes (national standards used in LINC)
- Practical language tasks that build confidence and open pathways
- Small classes with experienced, supportive teachers
- A few hours per week of guided online or at-home practice
- Real-world communication for daily life, work, and study
- CLB-aligned outcomes (national standards used in LINC)
- Practical language tasks that build confidence and open pathways
- Small classes with experienced, supportive teachers
- A few hours per week of guided online or at-home practice
Why Choose Saskatoon Open Door Society?
Trusted Experience
Supporting newcomers since 1980 with 45 years of service in our community.
Experienced Teachers
Professional English teachers with many years of experience working with adult learners.
A Community That Cares
Learn in a welcoming environment alongside others who share your goals.
Your Benefits:
- Improve English for work, study, and everyday life
- Track progress with CLB-based assessments and certificates
- Connect to SODS community events, volunteer opportunities, and job-readiness supports
- Improve English for work, study, and everyday life
- Track progress with CLB-based assessments and certificates
- Connect to SODS community events, volunteer opportunities, and job-readiness supports
Tuition & Dates
Tuition: $2,100 for a 4-month term
165 hours of study per term
- Term 1: April 6 – July 31, 2026
- Term 2: September 2 – December 22, 2026
- Term 3: Starting January 2027
Ready to Join?
Spaces will be limited for the April term.
Register your interest to help us confirm demand and contact you as soon as full registration opens.
Questions?
Contact us at RISEEnglish@sods.sk.ca or (306) 974-7653.
Other Language Learning Opportunities
LINC Program
We offer Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada, also known as the LINC Program.
Conversation Circles
We hold Conversation Circles at different times and places around Saskatoon to provide newcomers with a chance to practise their growing language skills. Sessions are free and informal, and no registration is required.
Sometimes there are special Conversation Circles with more specific goals; for example, our Discover Canada circle teaches about citizenship.
English 4 Employment (E4E)
Provides employment-related English training to improve workplace communication skills.
SSWIS Summer Camps
Our Settlement Support Workers in Schools Summer Camps are targeted towards new immigrants and children from low-income families aged 6-10. The camp is focused towards providing educational and recreational activities for children during the summer vacation period.
Language Competency Levels
What is a CLB?
A CLB, or a Canadian Language Benchmark, is a national standard for describing and measuring the English language proficiency of adult immigrants and prospective immigrants in Canada.
