This association promotes the advancement of prior learning assessment and recognition (PLAR) in Canada. Learn about its activities, research, and related organisations and resources.

Learn about post-secondary education in Canada and abroad. Find details about prior learning assessment and recognition (PLAR) of credentials for employment purposes or for admission to Canadian universities and colleges.

Gain a better understanding of prior learning assessment and recognition (PLAR), its benefits, who recognizes it, and where to find further information.

Evaluates academic credentials earned abroad, helping foreign-trained people pursue further education or professional advancement in Canada. WES has an agreement with the Ontario government to assess documents, giving the Ontario equivalent of each certificate, diploma or degree.

Education and social service agency serving newcomers to Canada. In the Toronto area, COSTI operates five employment and training centres, six ESL training centres, a centre for Foreign Trained Professional and Tradespeople, a Rehabilitation Centre for people with disabilities and a Family Counselling Centre. Immigrant settlement services.