Family English Learning Support
Family English Learning Support (FELS)
At Halifax Public Libraries, we believe learning happens everywhere—not just in school. Our free Family English Learning Support (FELS) program helps newcomer parents and their children (ages 6-16) build skills, confidence, and community connections.
Register as a family and attend together
When you sign up, both you and your children will be matched with your own volunteer tutors. Each week, you will meet at the same time and place, in separate sessions, so each of you can focus on your own learning goals.
Parents can get help with:
- English Language Learning (ELL)
- Conversation and vocabulary
- Reading and writing
- Understanding local services
- Everyday communication
Children can get help with:
- Reading and writing
- Math homework
- Computers and technology
- School projects
Who can join?
This program is for newcomer families to attend together. Eligible newcomers include:
- Permanent Residents of Canada
- Canadian Citizens born outside of Canada
- Protected persons, asylum seekers, and refugee claimants
- Individuals and dependents under the Nova Scotia Nominee Program or Atlantic Immigration Program
- Participants of the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET)
Where & When
Sessions run from October 2025 - June 2026.
Alderney Gate Public Library
Wednesdays, 3:30 - 5:00 PM
Halifax North Memorial Public Library
Tuesdays, 3:30 - 5:00 PM
Tuesdays, 6:00 - 7:30 PM