About us
Verbal Link Institute is a purpose-driven language and integration company based in British Columbia. We support Francophone immigration, prepare candidates for the TCF exam, and offer settlement services for newcomers. Our programs include French and English language training for immigrants, specialized French classes for Canadian public servants, and interactive lessons for children. We are committed to connecting French-speaking communities from West Africa to opportunities in Canada, fostering cultural exchange, inclusion, and professional development.
Our Mission
At Verbal Link Institute, we believe that language is a powerful tool for inclusion and growth. Through our programs, we support French-speaking immigrants by offering language training, community engagement, and advocacy for Francophone integration in Canada."
Our Work
Verbal Link Institute supports Francophone newcomers and promotes bilingualism across Canada. We provide French and English training for public servants, fun French classes for kids, and expert TCF exam preparation. We also offer free settlement support and career guidance for immigrants.
While we don’t create immigration pathways, we support government efforts—especially IRCC’s goal to grow the Francophone population outside Quebec. We partner with universities in Benin, Burkina Faso, and Togo to help French-speaking professionals prepare for successful migration to Canada.
Founder Profiles
Williams Atanga, M.A.
Founder & Director, Verbal Link Institute
Williams Atanga is a French lecturer at the University of the Fraser Valley and holds a Bachelor of Arts in French and Chinese as well as a Master of Arts in French from Simon Fraser University. With extensive experience in language education, he has taught at Simon Fraser University, UFV, and SELC College, where he has played a key role in advancing French language instruction for diverse learners in British Columbia.
Williams is also a certified examiner for the Test de Connaissance du Français (TCF), supporting newcomers in meeting official language requirements for immigration, employment, and education in Canada.
As the founder and director of Verbal Link Institute, he leads initiatives that promote Francophone immigration, bilingual education, and integration services. His work bridges communities in West Africa and Canada through language, cultural exchange, and inclusive opportunities.
Dede A. Dittey – Deputy Director
Leading Verbal Link Institute’s operations in West Africa, Dede A. Dittey is an accomplished administrator with extensive experience in education advocacy. She plays a key role in organizing Francophone immigration awareness seminars in Benin, Burkina Faso, and Ghana, ensuring that local professionals receive the resources they need to explore opportunities in Canada. With a strong background in educational leadership, she spearheads initiatives that connect French-trained professionals with Francophone communities in British Columbia, reinforcing the institute’s commitment to global engagement and meaningful integration.