The LINC program, formally known as Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada, is an essential federally funded integration initiative established to provide free language training to adult permanent residents and protected persons. Administered across various provinces, the program helps newcomers acquire foundational English or French language skills necessary to navigate daily life, secure employment, and integrate successfully into Canadian society. Classes are structured across multiple proficiency levels, ranging from basic literacy to advanced workplace communication, and frequently incorporate childminding services and transportation supports to ensure that learners can attend classes without facing undue logistical barriers.