MakeWay Charitable Society - Together Project

Welcome Group Newcomer Support

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Description

Matches groups of volunteers with refugee newcomers for up to six months of social and integration support, including

  • English language practice
  • tutoring for young learners
  • job search assistance including resume building, job searching, interview preparation
  • support with system navigation (education, health care)
  • cultural transition support
  • social support and community involvement
  • social events and recreation activities
  • support available in-person and virtually



Eligibility
Newcomer Program Participant Eligibility: Government assisted refugees, Convention refugees, protected persons, and refugee claimants

Volunteer Eligibility: previous experience working with newcomers not required, but is an asset; proficiency in other languages is an asset; and, volunteers can apply as individuals or as a Welcome Group of 3 or more members
Application Process
Refugees: referral through settlement agency, clinic or refugee house
Volunteers: complete online application form
Documents Required
Contact for information
Office
647-854-4494
Web Site
https://www.togetherproject.ca
Email
[email protected]
Mailing Address
192 Spadina Ave
Toronto, ON, M5T 2C2
Canada
Languages
Arabic, English, French, Somali, Spanish, Swahili, Interpretation available for other languages, including Amharic, Dari, Pashto and Tigrinya
Contact
Andrew Lusztyk, Co-Director
Fees
None
Topic(s)
Social Media
Agency Information
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Last Updated On
November 26, 2025
Last Verified On
April 30, 2025
Address
192 Spadina Ave
Toronto, ON, M5T 2C2

Cross street: Spadina Ave and Queen St W


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Accessibility
Fully accessible - Municipal parking lot nearby ; Wheelchair accessible entrance ; Barrier-free washrooms
Hours of Operation
Mon
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Tue
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Wed
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Thu
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Fri
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Mon-Fri 10 am-6 pm
Service Area(s)
  • Greater Toronto Area
  • Peel Region
  • York Region
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