Afghan Women's Organization Refugee and Immigrant Services

Afghan Women's Organization, AWO North York

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Description

Office open to the public 5 days a week; for more information call 416-422-2225

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Settlement Services for Immigrants and Refugees

  • needs assessment, information and referral, advocacy, orientation, translation and interpretation, escort, assistance in finding housing
  • sponsorship of refugees
  • health workshops, mental health -- support groups, counselling, crisis intervention
  • heritage language classes
  • skills upgrading, adult literacy classes
  • seniors program for mutual support and education
  • youth program offering services in settlement, counselling, skills development and social events
  • Homework Club with individual assistance and group work
  • citizenship test preparation classes

English as a Second Language / LINC - participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto -- see separate entry

  • day or evening classes

Community Connections Mentorship Program

  • group activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees of all ages to help orient them to their new community and establish social and professional networks
  • trained and experienced volunteer mentors assist, with focus on citizenship and civic engagement or skills and career development

Financial Literacy Project - one month certificate course

  • individual counselling and orientation sessions

Family Support and Mental Health Services - parenting sessions

  • mental health -- support groups, counselling, crisis intervention
  • Women's Circle
  • childminding available for clients attending sessions
Eligibility
Newcomers with a focus on women, their families, refugees and people who have experienced war or persecution
Application Process
Call or visit website for information
Documents Required
Contact organization for information
Office
416-422-2225
Web Site
http://afghanwomen.org
Email
[email protected]
Mailing Address
747 Don Mills Rd
Unit 200
Toronto, ON, M3C 1T2
Canada
Languages
Dari, English, Farsi, Pashto, Uzbek
Program Manager (LINC)
Fahima Fatah
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 416-588-3585 ext 223
Fees
None
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Last Updated On
May 28, 2025
Last Verified On
May 28, 2025
Address
747 Don Mills Rd , Unit 200
Toronto, ON, M3C 1T2
Cross street: Don Mills Rd and Eglinton Ave E
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Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall
Hours of Operation
Mon
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Tue
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Wed
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Thu
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Fri
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Office: Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
Service Area(s)
Greater Toronto Area
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