English as Second Language Programs and Saskatchewan

refugee resettlement: For example, schools may need more support for English as a second language programs. "We'll be very supportive of as many as possible, as soon as possible, but let just work to results, not a deadline." The premier says it important to ensure that refugees who come to Saskatchewan make a successful transition to life in Canada, according to Huffington Post Canada. However, Wall also says he remains concerned that a rushed political deadline could compromise the success of the refugee resettlement effort. "We don't think a deadline-driven process is the right thing to do. The announcement comes just days after Wall said the federal government should suspend its plan to bring in 25,000 Syrian refugees by year end because of safety concerns. "Notwithstanding our disagreement with the federal government, we want to be there for refugees, we want to move ahead in an effective way, and so I'm announcing today the creation of the refugee settlement centre," Wall said Thursday at the legislature in Regina. The centre will co-ordinate settlement groups, community-based organizations and school districts. I still don't think that, but we're going to do our part. He estimates about 850 refugees could settle in Saskatchewan. We're going to be ready, not just to do our part, but to do it well in the interest of effective settlement." The premier says many questions remain unanswered about the federal government resettlement plan, but the province needs to be ready to welcome the refugees whenever they start to arrive. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.