The Indigenous Languages and International Languages program at the York Region District School Board (YRDSB) offers language programs to students in SK to grade 8, and secondary 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, except for a consumable and resource fee.

Elementary Program

Students in Senior Kindergarten to Grade 8 can learn to read, write and speak a new language or maintain their heritage language. Please note that no experience is necessary in a language to enrol in our programs. More than 20 different language courses are available.

Registration: opens Thursday, May 30, 2024. The use of a laptop or desktop is highly recommended over a mobile device to register. 

Secondary Courses

Students in grade 9 to 12 can earn a secondary school credit in a variety of languages.

Registration: opens Monday, July 22, 2024.

Please note: Courses are subject to enrollment and teacher availability. Stacked classes may be created based on registration numbers. Additional fees are required for international fee-paying visa students.