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TESL Ontario 2025 Conference
Join us virtually for three dynamic days of interactive professional development, networking, and community building.
- Keynotes: Dr. Christina Gkonou and Vicky Saumell
- 70 concurrent sessions and workshops
- Our annual Research Symposium
- Engaging Career Conversations and Roundtables
- Panel Discussion with government representatives
Introducing the New Specialized Skills Certificates Program
Enhance your teaching expertise, leadership skills, and career development with our affordable, flexible, self-paced certificate courses. Designed for busy professionals, these short courses make it easy to upskill at your own pace without breaking the bank. Sharpen your teaching practices, boost your resume, and stand out in a competitive job market. Invest in your future and take the next step in your TESL journey today!
TESL Ontario News
CONTACT TESL Ontario Magazine
The Summer issue of CONTACT TESL Ontario Magazine is published and can be downloaded at
http://contact.teslontario.org/issues/
TESL Ontario Urges Adjustments to Immigration Funding and Language Education Cuts
Please find below TESL Ontario’s statement in response to recent cuts to immigration settlement funding among the ongoing reduction of international student study permits.
TESL Ontario is currently collecting stakeholder feedback through a series of short surveys to best inform our next steps. Members will be updated as the process moves forward.
Call for Articles
TESL Ontario’s quarterly publication, Contact Magazine, is currently accepting submissions for this year’s Fall issue.
Submission Deadline: November 1, 2025
Sponsorship & advertisement opportunities
Connect with the Canadian English Language (ESL) education audience through advertisement and sponsorship opportunities at TESL Ontario.
Reach the largest audience of ESL educators in Canada to generate qualified leads through a variety of digital marketing options.
Elevate Your Teaching Team with OCELT Certification
In the ever-evolving landscape of the language education field, having a team of OCELT (Ontario Certified English Language Teacher) certified educators is crucial to delivering the highest quality English language learning program. Certified teaching staff not only enhance…
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Why Your Teaching Philosophy Matters
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Partner Work and Support Systems in the Classroom
October 13, 2025
I found an effective technique for students to learn phrases; it involves partnering them up and exchanging dialogue. This forces them not only to practice the phrases, but to cr... Read more