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Welcome to e-Channel

Your gateway to free online adult education

Ready to start learning for free but aren't sure where to start?

Our helpful survey will match you with the right e-Channel provider!

Get free online education in English, French or American Sign Language from:

Delivering the free education you need

e-Channel is Ontario’s online literacy and skills program.
This program is funded by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development.

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Questions and Answers

If you’re wondering how online study can help you reach your goals — whether you want to finish high school, be more independent, get a job, or go to college or university — we’ve got the answers.
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Course Guide

We know there are a lot of options out there, and we’re here to help you narrow things down. Check out this course guide, published by e-Channel’s Contact North | Contact Nord partner, for up-to-date information on 330+ free online upgrading and general skills and knowledge courses available across Ontario.
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About e-Channel

e-Channel is a team of five education providers dedicated to helping you gain the skills and knowledge you need to reach your goals. Courses are free and online. You can take them live or anytime.
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Education Providers

The five partners are ACE Distance (for academic upgrading and opening doors), Deaf Learn Now (for Deaf or hard of hearing learners), Good Learning Anywhere (Indigenous stream), F@D (for French-speaking Ontarians) and The LearningHUB (for upgrading skills and exploring options).

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