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English Classes: Syrian Refugees and Estate Agent

english classes: The province expects a majority of the government-assisted Syrian refugees who arrived in Manitoba since last November to do the same, according to CTV. Learning English is so important for me because it the bridge I will use to get a job, or to do the job right, Bakhash said through an interpreter. One year after his arrival, the former real estate agent is applying for provincial employment and income assistance because after 12 months, his federal financial support with the exception of possible Canada Child Benefit will end. Syrian refugees caught in bombing desperate to be reunited with family Bakhash attends English classes every day for three hours. He believes work is important, and he should work to support his family, but he understands he doesn t have the language skills or training to do so yet. He speaks level 2 English. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.