Indigenous Languages and International Languages

The Indigenous Languages and International Languages (ILIL) program at the York Region District School Board (YRDSB) offers elementary extra-curricular language programs to students in SK to grade 8, and secondary credit-bearing courses for students who are in grade 9 to 12.

• The program is available to all YRDSB and non-YRDSB students
• No prior language experience is necessary
• Classes run Tuesday to Friday evenings and Saturday mornings

The program is funded by the Ontario Ministry of Education and is intended for students who wish to learn a new language, preserve their own language or enhance their intercultural awareness. There is no cost to enroll in the program; however, a $20 resource/consumable fee is collected which supports the costs of technology fees such as licensing, maintaining a virtual platform, online resources and classroom materials.

Please note: 

• Additional fees are required for international fee-paying visa students.
• Elementary classes and Secondary Credit course offerings are subject to enrollment and teacher availability. Stacked classes and courses may be created based on registration numbers.
• In addition, classes and courses may be subject to closure after the start date based on low enrollment, attendance, and/or teacher availability.