Toronto, ON, M5T 2C2
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
Toronto, ON, M5S 2T9
- information and referral
- individual counselling
- job search assistance, newcomer job search resources
- health and family services support
- information and orientation group workshops
- participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto -- see separate entry
Toronto, ON, M5S 3E6
Assists highly skilled internationally trained immigrants (ITIs) gain equivalent work experience in Ontario
- regulated occupation (for example, nursing, engineering, etc.)
- non-regulated occupation currently in demand, such as information technology, financial services
Toronto, ON, M6G 1A5
Bridging Services
- offered online and provide internationally trained professionals with customized job search training, workplace communication, labour market information, credential assessment, referrals/placements and mentoring connections
- for individual bridge training programs, see separate listing for Ontario Bridge Training Program
Online Workshops and Resources
- articles, resources, webinars, interactive games and videos to help find work
- topics covered include resumes, interview preparation, networking, the job market, career self-assessment and workplace success
Job Search Workshop (JSW) -- for new immigrants and convention refugees, legally entitled to work in Canada
- 5 day job search techniques workshops, covering labour market information, access to trades and professions, resume preparation, networking
- extensive individual assistance
Pre-arrival services for newcomers preparing to immigrate to Canada
- Canadian Employment Connections provides sector-specific training and job search support for individuals approved to move to Canada
Entrepreneurship Connection and Entrepreneurship Connections Pre-Arrival
- provides support for newcomers interested in starting a business in Canada
- pre-arrival stream helps entrepreneurs who are approved to move to Canada, build a network and start preparing to open a business before they arrive
Mentoring Programs
- connect with professionals that will support you with your career growth and development
Programs for Women
- specific learning components designed to support women into specific sectors of work
- mentoring and guest speakers from leading employers to enhance learning
Programs for Refugees
- build professional networks, find mentors, learn about the labour market in Canada, access real opportunities with employers, and improve their job search skills
Programs for Youth (ages 15-29)
- support youth to find their way in the current job market and launch a meaningful career
Toronto, ON, M6G 1A5
Assists highly skilled internationally trained immigrants (ITIs) gain equivalent work experience in Ontario
- regulated occupation (for example, nursing, engineering, etc.)
- non-regulated occupation currently in demand, such as information technology, financial services
Toronto, ON, M5S 1A1
- programs for internationally trained professionals
- continuing education
- distance learning
- three campuses located in the Greater Toronto Area
Centre for French speaking women
Services for Victims of Violence and/or Sexual Assault
- individual counselling
- emotional support and accompaniment
Community Programs (for all francophone women)
- sexual assault prevention in primary and secondary schools
- sexual assault prevention within the community
- volunteer opportunities
Services for Newcomer, Immigrant and Refugee Women
- settlement services for French-speaking immigrant and refugee women
- accompaniment to settlement related appointments
- Action Femmes -- social and education group for newly arrived refugee and immigrant women who are feeling isolated
Transitional and Housing Support Program for Women who are Victims of Violence
- assistance in finding housing
ÉLAN Program
- employment preparation for all Francophone women in search of employment
- computer courses
Tremplin Program
- self-employment and entrepreneurship workshops
Family Court Support Worker Program
- information on the family court process
- assistance in documenting the history of abuse for family court proceedings
- referral to specialized services and supports in the community
- safety planning
- accompaniment of the victim to court proceedings, if necessary
Toronto, ON, M5R 3H8
- 18 week training course in the fields of customer service, retail or office support
- consists of 12 weeks in class including business English, customer service, job search and computers
- 6 week co-op work placement
- in partnership with City of Toronto and Toronto District School Board -- see separate entries
Toronto, ON, M6J 3A2
Settlement services
Individual assistance with immigration, orientation and other settlement-related issues
- information and referral
- identification documents, applying for government benefits/services, housing, legal issues and accessing healthcare services
- employment education and support
- group settlement sessions
- client advocacy support
Group activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees (all ages)
Trained and experienced volunteer mentors assist with language learning in English language settlement groups, orienting to new community, and establishing social and professional networks
- volunteering and civic engagement
- financial literacy
- skills and career development
- free immigration legal clinics
Newcomer Youth Program for youth 13-30 years
- leadership training
- entrepreneurship
- homework club
- one-to-one help with resume writing and job search skills
- post-secondary and scholarship applications
- cooking classes
- mentorship
- sports clubs and recreation
- art and design activities
- volunteer program
- civic engagement activities
- individual and group mental health and wellness support
Supports internationally trained immigrants with obtaining commensurate employment in regulated and non-regulated professions and trades
- occupation-specific technical training, workplace culture and communication training
- licensure examination preparation
- connections to professions in Canada through mentorships, internships, clinical placements, and networking events
Toronto, ON, M5T 2Z5
Connects internationally trained immigrants (ITIs) with established professionals in Canada, enabling them to navigate the complexities of the Canadian labour market through targeted mentorship in their specific fields.
- regulated occupation (for example, nursing, engineering, etc.)
- non-regulated occupation currently in demand, such as information technology, financial services
Mentoring Partnership
- matches immigrants with established professionals in their fields
- provides information and online registration for potential mentors
- offers instructions for those looking for a mentor
- includes mentorship tools and resources
Toronto, ON, M6J 1Y2
Settlement and Adaptation Services
- information and referral, orientation, housing referrals
- one to one gambling counselling and workshops
- translation and interpretation
- documentation, form filling
- outreach, social development program, educational workshops, career mentoring
- employment counselling
- resume preparation, job search techniques
- access to telephone, fax, photocopier
- assistance obtaining certification of education and/or trade documents
Toronto, ON, M6C 1C7
Immigrant, Refugee and Settlement Hub@791 (IRS): programs and services to support the integration of newcomers, including employment
- settlement information and orientation
- mentoring for change: volunteer mentoring for skilled, internationally educated Newcomers newcomers
- LINC Language Instruction for Newcomers: CLB 4 in-person; CLB 5/6 online
- short-term counselling and mental health workshops
Employment Ontario: Integrated Employment Services (see separate entry)
Career Skills:
- upskilling, career advancement, and business growth
- small group courses
AI Upskilling Program
Youth Programs
- youth climate action ambassadors
Black Communities:
- Black community action program
- Black women in data analytics
- Black youth in STEAM
- Ubuntu in Dementia care
Skills for Employment: 2-week employment workshops for job-ready individuals
Pre-Apprenticeship Training Programs: call or check website for information on current programs and locations, eligibility requirements and registration dates
- includes employment preparation and work placement
- Other skilled trade development and exploration available
Arrive Ready Pre-Arrival Program - free online services designed to support individuals approved for immigration to Canada
- essential information to help newcomers prepare for their transition, including guidance on employment, settlement resources, and life in Canada
Toronto, ON, M5V 3B1
Needs assessment and Information and referral to community and social services
- support with finding housing, child care, registering children in school and health care
- help filling out government forms including housing and immigration sponsorship forms
- community support through volunteer befriending, conversation circles to practice French
- help with connecting to language classes
- workshops to reduce stress of adjusting to Canadian culture
- Citizenship Preparation -- offers courses, tests and activities to help newcomers prepare for the citizenship test
Bridging services -- connects skilled or internationally trained professional newcomers to employment with job placements, mentorship, volunteering and networking connections in their preferred fields
Settlement Workers in Schools -- assists newcomer students and their families with settling into schools and the community; offers outreach program based in elementary and secondary schools from mid-August to end of June
Toronto, ON, M5T 2W6
Newcomer Services Settlement Program
- information and orientation
- translation and interpretation
- referral to community resources
- assistance in filling out forms including the health card, permanent resident card renewal and Canadian citizenship application
- supportive counselling
- employment related services
- information workshops
- income tax preparation for low income newcomers
Newcomer Youth Programs: youth 12-17 years
- athletics and recreation
- tutoring/homework help
- gaming programs
- newcomer youth drop-in program
- educational workshops
- summer Newcomer leader-in-training program
- programs for internationally trained professionals
- continuing education
- distance learning
- three campuses, and multiple sites located in Toronto
Provides training and employment opportunities to job seekers, incumbent workers and employers through a partnership-driven approach
Skills Development Fund Training Stream
- projects support hiring, training, and upskilling to jobseekers, apprentices, and workers
Skills Development Fund Capital Stream
- supports organizations with upgrades or construction of training centres in high-demand jobs, like the skilled trades
Toronto, ON, M5B 2K3
- programs for internationally trained professionals
- continuing education
- distance learning
- English as a Second Language (ESL) courses
Full and part time degree, diploma, postgraduate, entrepreneurial and apprenticeship programs
- programs for internationally trained professionals
- continuing education
- distance learning
- employment services
- multiple campuses located in the Greater Toronto Area
Toronto, ON, M5B 0B2
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
- assessment of skills, interests and abilities
- job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
- help in maintaining employment
- information and referral to other employment and community services
- all services at this site can be tailored to meet the needs of all client groups
Better Jobs Ontario
Skills training and financial support for unemployed workers
- training program must demonstrate good job prospects
- financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance
Services for Employers
- offers help in identifying human resource skills requirements
- matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
Toronto, ON, M5B 0B2
Employment Services
- online job postings; hiring events
- pre-employment workshops
- Integrated Employment Services, see separate listings
Toronto, ON, M6H 4K3
Women-led organization providing support to South Asian and racialized women in the language of the client's choice
Violence Against Women Program: counselling and referral for assaulted women, social assistance, crisis intervention, immigration assistance
- health education and promotion
- multicultural wellness support groups
- life skills support group; sewing collective
- seniors group for all South Asian women
- youth group for girls, homework club for children
- first language literacy instruction
- job search workshops, employment assistance and counselling
- legal clinic -- advice on family law, immigration, custody, child support, abuse, legal education workshops
Intersectional Services
- settlement services, information and referral, translation and interpretation, advocacy, group activities
- Housing Connections (see separate entry) Community Partner -- assistance with housing search and application process
- year-round income tax clinic for individuals and families with low incomes
- food bank, member of the Daily Bread Food; emergency food including South Asian dry goods provided to those in need on alternate Tuesdays; call ahead for details
- volunteer opportunities
Satellite location at Frontline Community Services (see separate listing), 2761 Markham Road, Scarborough
Toronto, ON, M4W 3L4
Services to help and support immigrants begin their new lives in Canada
Settlement Information and Referral
- information on topics such as essential government documents and benefits, immigration and citizenship, employment and job search, access to trades and professions, foreign credential assessment, education and training, language classes, health and housing, community, recreation and consumer resources, human rights, legal and social services, child, youth and family resources, food, shelter, and clothing
- settlement information sessions in various locations
- monthly webinars
- guest speaker series
- Newcomer Network
- access to computers, fax, photocopiers, and phone; computer area
- settlement resource library
- English conversation circle
Library Settlement Partnerships - outreach program at Toronto Reference Library
- settlement information and referral
- Community Connections Mentorship Program (formerly HOST 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
Newcomer Youth Services -- youth-focused settlement information and referral
- Newcomer Youth Leadership Development -- youth learn about their community, gain volunteer hours and build leadership, language, communication and social skills
- workshops and activities for parents and youth
Toronto, ON, M4W 3L4
- regulated occupation (for example, nursing, engineering, etc.)
- non-regulated occupation currently in demand, such as information technology, financial services
Toronto, ON, M4W 3L4
Assists highly skilled internationally trained immigrants (ITIs) gain equivalent work experience in Ontario
- regulated occupation (for example, nursing, engineering, etc.)
- non-regulated occupation currently in demand, such as information technology, financial services
Bridge to Cloud - Computing and Big Data
- program is for internationally trained professionals and focuses on cloud computing and big data industry trend
