Open to all including newcomers, refugees and citizens
Fees
None
Languages
English ; French ; Cantonese ; Mandarin
Accessibility Note
Unknown - contact organization for details
Description of Services:
Assists newcomers to adapt to life in Canada Settlement Services
orientation and cultural transition counselling services
information and referral
translation and interpretation - on education, immigration, housing, transportation, children's benefit, taxation, employment, health care system, citizenship, senior's benefits, recreation
free annual income tax clinic for newcomers and seniors with low incomes
free credential assessments through World Education Services (WES) for Permanent Residents and Convention Refugees educated from Afghanistan, Eritrea, Iraq, Palestine, Sudan, Syria, Türkiye, Ukraine, and Venezuela
free commissioner of oaths services for select documents; call to inquire
Language and Skills Training
participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by YMCA -- see separate entry
Community Connections
promotes interaction between newcomers and Canadians through cultural and career mentoring, networking, and other activities such as conversation circles, mentoring, youth leadership training, groups for seniors and women, cultural activities and celebrations
Community Services
programs for youth, seniors, and women
EarlyON parenting program
recreation activities, workshops and seminars, volunteer training program, and heritage program for children
The Wellness Oasis
short-term individual counselling for Convention refugees and landed immigrants
wellness sessions on mental and physical health
Community Engagement and Volunteering
professional and personal skills development through orientations and trainings
opportunities to expand social and professional networks
obtain community service hours for Ontario secondary diploma requirement
Youth Employment Services
employment support services to youth 15-30 years facing barriers such as language, culture, accessibility, mental health and/or other challenges
financial assistance to help eligible youth with expenses such as travel, Internet, mobile devices and/or emergency aid
free recruitment services for employers across a range of industries including job description writing, job postings, pre-screening of candidates
wage subsidies of up to $10/hour over the job placement term
