English Language Support (ELS) provides non-credit programs to Ryerson students whose first language of academic study is not English. Programs include:

Paper Partners: This program offers individual help with students' written assignments.

Conversation Partners: Practice and improve English conversation and pronunciation with a member of the ELS student staff.

English Communication Support (ECS) classes: Practical, task-based academic speaking skills development.

Conversational Connections: Provides an opportunity to practice conversational English, as well as an exchange of cultural ideas and an appreciation of intergenerational differences with volunteers from Ryerson Seniors' Education Programs.

Language Lab: Use up-to-date computer software to improve pronunciation and listening skills.

Presentation Practice Lab: Individualized sessions aimed at improving presentation skills - practice a presentation and receive meaningful feedback. Available to all Ryerson students.  

Online Resources: Self-help modules and links to overcome specific language problems.

Distance Learning:  Many of our ELS programs are available online through Blackboard.

Location: Victoria Building (VIC-B17), Telephone: (416) 979-5000, ext. 7039, E-mail: els@ryerson.ca Website: www.ryerson.ca/els