Helping refugees in Canada just got simpler.

Haven is a Canadian charity connecting newcomers with vetted volunteers for English practice, job support, and community.

Refer Your Clients

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Canada’s system for teaching
English needs to change.

Newcomers in traditional programs are placed in classes of 20–30 students.
Schedules are inconvenient, with lessons during work or in exhausting evening sessions. Students rarely get to build confidence by practicing with real Canadians.

What makes Haven special?

A Flexible Schedule

Our program fits refugees' lives, with schedules including evenings and weekends.

Personalized Teaching

Our small groups make sure that teachers gives personalized instruction.

Practice with Canadians

Refugees build confidence and have fun learning through chats with volunteers.

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The program has helped me a lot in adjusting to life in Canada. It gave me confidence, practical knowledge, and a feeling that I am not alone in this new country. Through the program, I learned useful skills, improved my communication, and better understood how things work in Canada. I am very grateful for this opportunity, and I believe this program truly makes a positive difference in the lives of newcomers.

Nadiia, CLB 6

How it works

Share your referral link

Send your unique link to clients — they’ll get $5 off the Haven Language Program.

They enroll in HLP

Clients sign up for the 20-week Haven Language Program to build their English skills.

They improve their English

They’re connected with Canadian volunteers for real conversation practice, confidence, and community.