St Catharines
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Niagara Folk Arts Multicultural Centre; 85 Church St N
St Catharines, ON, L2R 3C7
St Catharines, ON, L2R 3C7
Short Description
A non profit organization that offers services to assist new comers of the Latin American community to integrate with Canadian society.
Services include:
Services include:
- Promote volunteer work in order to find solutions to basic adaptation needs and aspirations that the community may have
- Provide orientation to the Latin community about their rights and obligations within the Canadian society
- Offers programs and services in counselling, referral, translations and interpretation
- Promotes cultural, social activities and Spanish classes for children (free for the members)
- Free Spanish classes are offered during the summer and are open to the public
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Hamilton
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Office: 365-366-2373
163 Centennial Pkwy N, Ste 201
Hamilton, ON, L8E 1H9
Hamilton, ON, L8E 1H9
Short Description
Offers a variety of services to assist asylum seekers and people without immigrant protection through the integration and settlement processes in Canadian society.
Services include:
Services include:
- immigration and legal referrals
- settlement services
- translation and interpretation services
- trauma counseling support
- referral to community resources
- social events
- volunteer opportunites
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Welcome Centre
Oakville
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905-847-5113
255 Morden Rd, Entrance 4
Oakville, ON, L6K 2S2
Oakville, ON, L6K 2S2
Short Description
Provides students and their families new to Canada, with guidance and support as they become familiar with the Region of Halton, and their new school environment
Services offered include:
- Math and language assessments for students
- Access to community services and resources for parents
- Access to the Youth Settlement Program
- Interpretation Services
Locations:
- Halton North (Milton), 2800 High Point Dr, Suite 212, 905-693-0623
- Halton South (Oakville), 255 Morden Road, 905-847-5113
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Interpretation and Translation
Oakville
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905-842-2486 ext 225 or 227
1092 Speers Rd
Oakville, ON, L6L 2X4
Oakville, ON, L6L 2X4
Short Description
Provides business services that support the community in working with newcomers effectively
Services include:
- Interpretation and Cultural Ambassadors
- work with clients in a variety of situations including assessments, consultations, intakes and meetings
- can provide interpretation in any style - whisper, simultaneous, consecutive
- services provided in 130 languages
- a Cultural Ambassador can communicate the importance and significance of religion and religious practice, family or cultural traditions, or of common beliefs and practices of the person requiring interpretation
Translation
- translate documents including passport stamps, birth and certificates, identification cards or other legal documents
- provide translation for projects like brochures, flyers, presentations and video transcribing
- offers CILISAT (Cultural Interpreter Language & Interpretation Skills Assessment Tool), a language proficiency accreditation program
- offers an online Core Community Interpreting Training course
- voice overs for visual production in multiple languages
- visit the website for more information
- developing visual multilingual products
Cultural Diversity Training for service providers
- the goal of the program is to assist organizations in understanding issues related to cultural inclusion
- provides training to service providers and their staff to cultivate a welcoming and inclusive community by combating stereotypes, bias, and discrimination
- provides workshops and presentations to the community at large, tailored to the length of time and to the subject matter requested
- delivers multiple training sessions annually in the areas of children services, mental health, for respondents such as firefighters, police officers, long term care for seniors, public and catholic school boards and refugee private sponsors
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Interpretation / Translation
Burlington
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Short Description
Make Islamic resources fully accessible to the Deaf through a variety of services including:
- raising awareness in the community regarding the challenges faced by the Deaf
- approaching organizers to make their events accessible to the Deaf
- arranging for interpreters to be present at local mosques for the translation of sermons and prayers
- arranging for interpreters to be present at festivities (e.g. Eid, Ramadan, Holy night celebrations) as well as Islamic workshops, conferences, and conventions
- setting up Islamic classes with interpreter services - the curriculum addressing the knowledge level of a Deaf audience
- training interpreters on Islamic terms and signs so that they are able to interpret in an Islamic setting and context
- interpreting the Quran into ASL
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Interpretation and Translation
Burlington
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905-842-2486 ext 225 or 227
Burlington Centre; 777 Guelph Line, Suite 204
Burlington, ON, L7R 3N2
Burlington, ON, L7R 3N2
Short Description
Provides business services that support the community in working with newcomers effectively
Services include:
- Interpretation and Cultural Ambassadors
- work with clients in a variety of situations including assessments, consultations, intakes and meetings
- can provide interpretation in any style - whisper, simultaneous, consecutive
- services provided in 130 languages
- a Cultural Ambassador can communicate the importance and significance of religion and religious practice, family or cultural traditions, or of common beliefs and practices of the person requiring interpretation
Translation
- translate documents including passport stamps, birth and certificates, identification cards or other legal documents
- provide translation for projects like brochures, flyers, presentations and video transcribing
- offers CILISAT (Cultural Interpreter Language & Interpretation Skills Assessment Tool), a language proficiency accreditation program
- offers an online Core Community Interpreting Training course
- voice overs for visual production in multiple languages
- visit the website for more information
- developing visual multilingual products
Cultural Diversity Training for service providers
- the goal of the program is to assist organizations in understanding issues related to cultural inclusion
- provides training to service providers and their staff to cultivate a welcoming and inclusive community by combating stereotypes, bias, and discrimination
- provides workshops and presentations to the community at large, tailored to the length of time and to the subject matter requested
- delivers multiple training sessions annually in the areas of children services, mental health, for respondents such as firefighters, police officers, long term care for seniors, public and catholic school boards and refugee private sponsors
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Salvationist Church Worship Services in Hamilton
Hamilton
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Office: 905-389-6235
Crisis Line: 905-538-5691
Hamilton Laotian Corps, 573 Concession St
Hamilton, ON, L8V 1B2
Hamilton, ON, L8V 1B2
Short Description
Salvationist churches in Hamilton offering worship services throughout the week. Many locations also offer additional faith based programming including youth groups and Bible study groups. Contact or visit the site website to view the services and schedule at the specific location.
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Mississauga
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Office: 905-891-3825
600 Lakeshore Road E, Units 2-6
Mississauga, ON, L5G 1J4
Mississauga, ON, L5G 1J4
Short Description
COVID19 -- open by appointment, Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4 pm; call or email
Programs to help newcomers become established; cultural and social activities for the Vietnamese community
Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC)
Cultural Services
Programs to help newcomers become established; cultural and social activities for the Vietnamese community
Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC)
- participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by Achēv -- see separate entry
- childminding available, bus fare for eligible attendees
- settlement counselling
- information and referral to government and community services
- assistance to fill out government forms and applications such as PR card renewals, citizenship applications and forms for income support
- citizenship preparation
- support groups for women, youth, and seniors to aid in integration
- Vietnamese/English interpretation and translation
- certified translations Vietnamese/English by appointment only for birth cerificates, marriage certificates, and school reports/diplomas
- commissioner of oaths by appointment only
- citizenship classes
- English and Math tutoring for students in grades 1-12
- heritage language (Vietnamese)
- French classes
- computer classes
Cultural Services
- organizes traditional festivals, ritual ceremonies and Canadian celebrations
- traditional music and visual and performing arts programs and training
- picnics, camping trips, talent show
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Interpretation and Translation
Oakville
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905-842-2486 ext 225 or 227
Longos Plaza; 380 Dundas St E, Unit D-11
Oakville, ON, L6H 6Z9
Oakville, ON, L6H 6Z9
Short Description
Provides business services that support the community in working with newcomers effectively
Services include:
- Interpretation and Cultural Ambassadors
- work with clients in a variety of situations including assessments, consultations, intakes and meetings
- can provide interpretation in any style - whisper, simultaneous, consecutive
- services provided in 130 languages
- a Cultural Ambassador can communicate the importance and significance of religion and religious practice, family or cultural traditions, or of common beliefs and practices of the person requiring interpretation
Translation
- translate documents including passport stamps, birth and certificates, identification cards or other legal documents
- provide translation for projects like brochures, flyers, presentations and video transcribing
- offers CILISAT (Cultural Interpreter Language & Interpretation Skills Assessment Tool), a language proficiency accreditation program
- offers an online Core Community Interpreting Training course
- voice overs for visual production in multiple languages
- visit the website for more information
- developing visual multilingual products
Cultural Diversity Training for service providers
- the goal of the program is to assist organizations in understanding issues related to cultural inclusion
- provides training to service providers and their staff to cultivate a welcoming and inclusive community by combating stereotypes, bias, and discrimination
- provides workshops and presentations to the community at large, tailored to the length of time and to the subject matter requested
- delivers multiple training sessions annually in the areas of children services, mental health, for respondents such as firefighters, police officers, long term care for seniors, public and catholic school boards and refugee private sponsors
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Toronto
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Office: 416-977-9955
20 Victoria St, 4th Floor
Toronto, ON, M5C 2N8
Toronto, ON, M5C 2N8
Short Description
COVID19 -- Contact for details on in-person service changes and enhanced safety measures; call Muhaari A. Director of Programs & Services at 416-831-9729 or email [email protected] for support and information.
HIV/AIDS education, prevention and support, including information on HIV and STI (sexually transmitted infections) risk, sexual health and healthy relationships, and harm reduction
Support Programs
Counselling and support for Black people living with or affected by HIV/AIDS, including referrals and follow-up, as well as child care and emergency financial assistance for eligible clients
Settlement Program
Counselling and support, needs assessment, outreach and prevention for Black, African and Caribbean immigrants and refugees, including LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning) individuals
Member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)
HIV/AIDS education, prevention and support, including information on HIV and STI (sexually transmitted infections) risk, sexual health and healthy relationships, and harm reduction
- community-based prevention programs for youth, women, and gay, bisexual, queer, questioning, trans and other men who have sex with men (MSM)
- community workshops, forums, outreach, training for professionals and organizations, and culturally specific materials
- volunteer opportunities
Support Programs
Counselling and support for Black people living with or affected by HIV/AIDS, including referrals and follow-up, as well as child care and emergency financial assistance for eligible clients
- practical assistance
- home and hospital visits
- treatment, support groups
- housing and employment support
- youth program
Settlement Program
Counselling and support, needs assessment, outreach and prevention for Black, African and Caribbean immigrants and refugees, including LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning) individuals
- orientation
- information and referrals to community services
- assistance in accessing services
- assistance in finding a doctor and living with treatment
- assistance with immigration system
- form and documentation completion
- housing and employment help
- interpretation and translation
- social opportunities and networking
Member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)
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Primary Health Care Services and Health Promotion
Toronto
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Medical clinic: 416-922-2672
555 Richmond St W, Suite 300
Toronto, ON, M5V 3B1
Toronto, ON, M5V 3B1
Short Description
Community health centre
- family physicians, medical clinics and nursing care
- home visits by nurses
- dietitians and nutrition counselling
- anonymous HIV testing
- diabetes education program
- 24-hour medical hot-line
- immunization
- free diagnostic and specialist services for uninsured immigrants without legal status
- interpretation in hospitals, clinics or doctors' offices
- homeless outreach and intervention
- assistance in obtaining identification
- advice on obtaining social assistance through Ontario Works
- case management
- anonymous HIV testing
- accompaniment
- information and referral on housing, income supports, employment and legal issues
- prevention, education and advocacy
- Afro-Caribbean forum last Friday of each month
- [email protected]
- health promotion workshops
- African suppers to discuss health and HIV-AIDS prevention
- peer-facilitated HIV-AIDS education
- volunteer opportunities
- Christmas basket program for disadvantaged families
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Parkdale Intercultural Association, Main Location
Toronto
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Office: 416-536-4420
1257 Queen St W
Toronto, ON, M6K 1L5
Toronto, ON, M6K 1L5
Short Description
Settlement services are being delivered in-person with staff at full capacity at both locations of the agency; services are still also available via phone and email, call 416-536-4420 or [email protected] for immediate support ; youth peer tutoring program suspended until further notice
Settlement Program
Employment Support Services
Settlement Program
- needs assessment and referral, information and orientation
- translation and interpretation
- assistance with government applications and form filling
- citizenship classes
- drivers licence written test preparation classes
- participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto, childminding and TTC tokens available -- see separate entry
Employment Support Services
- assessment and employment counselling
- job search training, resume preparation, workshops
- referral to employment centres
- access to computers, Internet, fax, photocopier
- social, educational and recreational services
- information and outreach
- employment assistance
- peer tutoring - suspended until further notice
- leadership development
- year round income tax clinic by appointment for individuals and families with low incomes
- seasonal income tax clinic with West Neighbourhood House
- workshops and information on Canadian culture including holidays
- annual events and recognition of global celebrations
- anti-racism and access and equity programs
- community events, festivals and celebrations
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Kababayan Multicultural Centre - Toronto
Toronto
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Office: 416-532-3888
1313 Queen St W, Suite 133
Toronto, ON, M6K 1L8
Toronto, ON, M6K 1L8
Short Description
Centre offers settlement, employment, supportive counselling and other services to newcomers, youth, families, women, and seniors. Services are delivered both in-person and virtually.
Settlement Services
Settlement Services
- information and newcomer' orientation; group information sessions on settlement
- referrals to access other programs and services
- interpretation
- support with applications to government programs and services
- settlement counselling; family reunification support
- English conversation classes
- computer skills training; life skills seminars
- employment counseling
- career exploration, goal setting and planning
- job search assistance and workshops e.g LinkedIn workshops
- networking with employers
- resume and cover letter preparation, mock interviews
- labour market information and exploration
- referral to other employment-related information and programs
- leadership training and workshops, education and information sessions on topics relevant to youth
- summer activities and festive seasonal celebrations
- financial literacy training, financial planning support for post-secondary education
- career planning, academic support
- life coaching, supportive counselling
- information sessions on topics that impact family wellbeing
- leadership training and workshops, skills development
- supportive counselling
- support for women in abusive relationships
- social, recreation and wellness programs
- information and support in applying for Old Age Security, Canada Pension Plan, Guaranteed Income Supplement, seniors housing
- supportive counselling
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Parkdale Intercultural Association, Secondary Location
Toronto
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Office: 416-536-1783
1365 Queen St W
Toronto, ON, M6K 1M1
Toronto, ON, M6K 1M1
Short Description
All settlement services are being delivered at full staff capacity; service users can access in-person settlement services. Services also available via phone and email, youth peer tutoring suspended until further notice
Settlement Program
Employment Services
Seniors Programs
Settlement Program
- needs assessment and referral, information and orientation
- translation and interpretation
- assistance with government applications and form filling
- citizenship classes and facilitation of ceremonies
- drivers licence written test preparation classes; computer classes
- participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto, childminding and TTC tokens available -- see separate entry
Employment Services
- assessment and employment counselling
- job search training, resume preparation, workshops
- referral to employment centres
- access to computers, Internet, fax, photocopier
- social, educational and recreational services
- information and outreach
- employment assistance
- peer tutoring (suspended until further notice)
- leadership development
- year-round income tax clinic by appointment for individuals and families with low incomes
- seasonal income tax clinic with West Neighbourhood House
- workshops and information on Canadian culture including holidays
- annual events and recognition of global celebrations
- anti-racism and access and equity programs
- community events, festivals and celebrations
Seniors Programs
- Saturday social and exercise program
- Tibetan Seniors Program
- Tai Chi, Line Dance and Yoga
- Thursday afternoon English conversation class for Tibetan seniors
- drop-in facility and social, emotional and settlement support for seniors
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Toronto
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Office: 416-924-5256
526 Richmond St E, 2nd Floor
Toronto, ON, M5A 1R3
Toronto, ON, M5A 1R3
Short Description
Practical and emotional support, advocacy, counselling and support groups (for women, men and youth), drop-in and clothing exchange
Culturally sensitive HIV/AIDS workshops, events and activities in various languages for individuals, community groups and service providers, including ProjectM for Muslim girls and women 14-29 years, heterosexual men, men who have sex with men (MSM), and LGBTQ community
- emergency child care for clients only
- interpretation and translation
- community kitchen
Culturally sensitive HIV/AIDS workshops, events and activities in various languages for individuals, community groups and service providers, including ProjectM for Muslim girls and women 14-29 years, heterosexual men, men who have sex with men (MSM), and LGBTQ community
- literature in 8 languages
- volunteer opportunities
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Toronto
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Office: 416-506-1400
163 Queen St E, 2nd Fl
Toronto, ON, M7A 2H6
Toronto, ON, M7A 2H6
Short Description
Provides support in accessing HIV medical care and medications, immigration services and other social services, as well as delivering practical support services
HIV Medical and Medication Access
HIV Medical and Medication Access
- assists people living with HIV in getting connected to HIV medical care and HIV medications
- helps people access drug coverage through Ontario Works (OW), Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP), Trillium Drug Program and free drug coverage from pharmaceutical companies
- accompany clients to medical appointments to provide translation, support and advocacy
- financial assistance for medical and medication costs (while finances are available)
- help people living with HIV/AIDS access government assistance programs such as as OW, ODSP, Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Employment Insurance
- provides financial assistance for health and wellness needs
- assists people living with HIV/AIDS access immigration support, including getting a legal aid certificate, referrals to lawyers who specialize in HIV
- offers language support in languages such as Spanish, Swahili, Amharic and French
- accompanies people to their immigration/legal appointments to provide interpretation, support and advocacy
- helps clients complete immigration applications
- Essentials Market weekly food bank, including pet food (member of Daily Bread Food Bank)
- Food for Life: weekly meal delivery program and delivery of items from the Essentials Market
- information and referral to other services such as mental health, housing, employment and legal services
- pet programs including financial assistance for vet bills, pet food, referrals to vets with discounted services, low cost spay/neutering and foster program in partnership with the Toronto Humane Society, see separate listing
- free haircuts on-site
- harm reduction kits, including used equipment drop-off and safer sex supplies on-site
- hosts on-site free massage and acupuncture clinics in partnership with local colleges
- offers the Hassle Free HIV+ Women's Group as well as the Golden Girls Group for HIV+ Women over 60
- provides educational workshops for people living with HIV around HIV disclosure, U=U and harm reduction
- Saturday Social Club - play games and socialize
- opportunities for community members to volunteer and/or become community mobilizers
- engagement/volunteer programs including POWER (Positive Women's Empowerment and Resiliency) program, Men's Health, PHA Patient Instructor health educator program, front desk, Essentials Market, delivery and Therapeutic Care
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Mississauga
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Office: 905-306-0577
Crisis: 416-455-8252
Alternate Crisis: 416-450-8734
Dundas Towers, 165 Dundas St W, Suite 116
Mississauga, ON, L5B 2N6
Mississauga, ON, L5B 2N6
Short Description
COVID19 -- services and classes being offered online and in-person; for information or to register and for all other settlement service inquiries, call 905-306-0577 ext 227 or email at [email protected]; Crisis Services Direct Lines 416-455-8252 or 416-450-8734
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LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by Achēv -- see separate entry
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LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by Achēv -- see separate entry
- English classes
- LINC classes running online and in-person
- childminding may be available; part-time or full-time classes
- employment and business start-up assistance
- resume writing and job search skills
- networking and interview skills
- in-person and online classes
- information and referral
- translation, interpretation and certification of documents
- citizenship preparation classes
- assistance with forms and applications, including access to Ontario Electricity Support Program
- workshops
- services delivered in elementary and secondary schools in Mississauga during the school year
- information about the school system
- parent and youth-specific workshops with information on topics such as housing, health care and job search
- group activities for newly arrived immigrant and refugee youth, adults and seniors
- trained volunteer mentors
- homework help for youth
- computer classes and low impact exercise for seniors
- tools to de-escalate conflicts and advocate for children
- helps parents define acceptable behavior, respond to their children's needs and reinforce their family's values
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Afghan Women's Organization, AWO Mississauga
Mississauga
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Office: 905-279-3679
3050 Confederation Pkwy N, Unit 302
Mississauga, ON, L5B 3Z6
Mississauga, ON, L5B 3Z6
Short Description
Office open to the public Monday-Friday 9 am-5 pm; for information call, 905-279-3679
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Settlement Services for Immigrants and Refugees
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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
- heritage language classes
- skills upgrading, adult literacy classes
- seniors program including support groups and health 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
- 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
- day or evening classes
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Toronto
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Office: No public telephone number
Short Description
COVID19 -- Service available; check Facebook page for updates
- association of ASL-English Interpreters, Deaf Interpreters, LSQ-French Interpreters
- professional development and networking opportunities
- acts as advisor to service providers, public education and advocacy
- for listing of of OASLI interpreters, go to Canadian Association of Sign Language Interpreters (CASLI) website, go to Advanced Search and select OASLI, click www.casli.ca/directory
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Canadian Hearing Services, Mississauga Regional Office
Mississauga
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Office: 1-866-518-0000
2227 South Millway, Suite 104
Mississauga, ON, L5L 3R6
Mississauga, ON, L5L 3R6
Short Description
- hearing aid clinics open
- core services offered virtually
- continuing to provide emergency support services - Emergency Interpreting Services 1-866-518-0000, TTY 1-877-215-9530, [email protected], SMS/Text 416-712-6637 (charges may apply)
- Deaf-Blind Intervening Services1-866-518-0000, TTY 1-877-215-9530, Allan Wareham [email protected]
Multiservice agency for adults who are deaf, deafened, or hard of hearing
- audiology and speech-language pathology
- communication devices
- hearing aid services and hearing tests
- support for coping with hearing loss
- American Sign Language (ASL) classes for individuals and businesses
Emergency Interpreter Services -- sign language interpreters for health or mental health emergencies, Mon-Sun 24 hours
Connect Counselling Services -- for mental health issues, addiction, relationship problems, domestic violence or other serious challenges
Educational Support Services -- note takers, sign language interpreters and assistive devices for part time postsecondary students
Settlement Program for Newcomers
- needs assessment and referrals
- translation (English and American Sign Language)
- form filling
- problem solving
- information on technical devices, housing, transportation, health, employment, education, legal system, settlement issues, local community
Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) -- basic communication skills, reading and writing in English, adapting to life in Canada; instruction is in American Sign Language (ASL)
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Counselling and Support Services, Mississauga Office
Mississauga
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Office: 905-277-2288
130 Dundas St E, Suite 204
Mississauga, ON, L5A 3V8
Mississauga, ON, L5A 3V8
Short Description
Medical, mental health, settlement and social support services, including integrated anti-human trafficking support; research and education
Mental Health Counselling and Support
Confidential assessment, counselling, crisis intervention and support services
Settlement Services
Including needs assessment, information and referral, orientation, supportive counselling, interpretation and translation services, employment counselling and computer training, and peer support groups
Children, Youth, and Parent Programs
Specialized settlement services for children and their families to deal with trauma and restore family functioning
Language and Skills Training
Includes English as a Second Language (ESL), computer classes, citizenship preparation classes
Public Education Program
Includes community consultation and public information, and international projects
Mental Health Counselling and Support
Confidential assessment, counselling, crisis intervention and support services
- individual, family and group counselling, and mutual support groups
- service coordination and referral to treatment
- contact for information on available languages
Settlement Services
Including needs assessment, information and referral, orientation, supportive counselling, interpretation and translation services, employment counselling and computer training, and peer support groups
- referrals to outside resources, including housing, social services, legal and medical help, skills training, cultural groups, and recreational programs
- assistance with documentation and completing applications
Children, Youth, and Parent Programs
Specialized settlement services for children and their families to deal with trauma and restore family functioning
- homework club, individual tutoring, education counselling, leadership development, and summer recreation programs
- workshops such as job interview skills, employment training, driver education, health and sexual health, education options
- parent supports such as counselling, school and child welfare systems navigation, assistance accessing child care and completing subsidies applications
- assistance accessing free or affordable community programs
Language and Skills Training
Includes English as a Second Language (ESL), computer classes, citizenship preparation classes
- participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto, see separate listing
Public Education Program
Includes community consultation and public information, and international projects
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Newcomer Services, Mississauga Head Office - Hurontario Suite 206
Mississauga
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Office: 905-275-2369
3038 Hurontario St, Suite 206
Mississauga, ON, L5B 3B9
Mississauga, ON, L5B 3B9
Short Description
Services to assist and guide newcomers to Canada in accessing employment, education, training, housing, health, documentation and financial services
- personalized counselling and support workshops, information sessions and guidance on skills development, training and employment
- translations and interpretation for settlement related issues
- Commissioner of Oaths services
- information and referrals to external services such as income tax clinics and legal aid or to other relevant community and government resources
- online citizenship test preparation classes
- participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by Achēv -- see separate entry
- bus fare for eligible attendees, and childminding for children 19 months-6 years while parents attend
- part-time classes, mornings or afternoons
- child care for children 19 months-5 years while their parents are attending LINC classes
- private and confidential one-on-one settlement support
- inclusive, safe and positive space
- workshops, presentations and information sessions
- resource library, movie nights, arts and crafts and fun activities
- linkages to external services such as income tax clinics, Legal Aid, and other relevant community services
- capacity building through community presentations and information sessions to help create welcoming communities that understand and respect the unique challenges faced by 2SLGBTQ+ newcomers
- job search training; skills assessment
- resume and cover letter help, interview coaching
- labour market information
- access to computers, internet, fax, photocopier, telephone
- multi-sector job fairs, networking events
- learn sewing and clothing alterations, with skills, knowledge and language to manage a small business; work experience
- goal to become financially independent and self-employed
- for those in Canada less than 3 years
- community support through volunteer befriending
- orientation to the community and services such as banking, transit, education
- settlement counselling and orientation; employment information
- information on housing, health care, financial supports, assistance filling documents and forms, referrals to community resources
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Counselling and Support Services, Downtown Main Office
Toronto
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Office: 416-363-1066
194 Jarvis St, 2nd Floor
Toronto, ON, M5B 2B7
Toronto, ON, M5B 2B7
Short Description
Medical, mental health, settlement and social support services including integrated anti-human trafficking support; research and education
Mental Health Counselling and Support
Confidential assessment, counselling, crisis intervention and support services
Settlement Services
Including needs assessment, information and referral, orientation, supportive counselling, interpretation and translation services, employment counselling and computer training, and peer support groups
Children, Youth, and Parent Programs
Specialized settlement services for children and their families to deal with trauma and restore family functioning
Language and Skills Training
Includes English as a Second Language (ESL), computer classes, citizenship preparation classes
Public Education Program
Includes community consultation and public information, and international projects
Mental Health Counselling and Support
Confidential assessment, counselling, crisis intervention and support services
- individual, family and group counselling, and mutual support groups
- service coordination and referral to treatment
- contact for information on available languages
Settlement Services
Including needs assessment, information and referral, orientation, supportive counselling, interpretation and translation services, employment counselling and computer training, and peer support groups
- referrals to outside resources, including housing, social services, legal and medical help, skills training, cultural groups, and recreational programs
- assistance with documation and completing applications
Children, Youth, and Parent Programs
Specialized settlement services for children and their families to deal with trauma and restore family functioning
- homework club, individual tutoring, education counselling, leadership development, and summer recreation programs
- workshops such as job interview skills, employment training, driver education, health and sexual health, education options
- parent supports such as counselling, school and child welfare systems navigation, assistance accessing child care and completing subsidies applications
- assistance accessing free or affordable community programs
Language and Skills Training
Includes English as a Second Language (ESL), computer classes, citizenship preparation classes
- participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto, see separate listing
Public Education Program
Includes community consultation and public information, and international projects
- National Trauma Informed Care Program
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Cross-Cultural Community Services Association, The, TCCSA Toronto Centre
Toronto
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Office: 416-977-4026
302 Spadina Ave, Suite 206
Toronto, ON, M5T 2E7
Toronto, ON, M5T 2E7
Short Description
Assists newcomers to adapt to life in Canada
Settlement Services
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
- participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by Achēv -- see separate entry
- programs for youth, seniors, and women
- EarlyON parenting program
- recreation activities, workshops and seminars, volunteer training program, and heritage program for children
- seasonal income tax clinic
- short-term individual counselling for Convention refugees and landed immigrants
- wellness sessions on mental and physical health
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SEAS Centre, Regent Park Centre
Toronto
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Office: 416-466-8842
50 Regent Park Blvd, Unit 101
Toronto, ON, M5A 0L5
Toronto, ON, M5A 0L5
Short Description
COVID19
Community Development -- volunteer recruitment, training and placement, community networking and partnership
New Immigrant Drop-In
Youth Drop-In -- life skills training, volunteering
- drop-in and group services have resumed
- appointment preferred
- masking is not mandatory but suggested for all visitors
- people who have symptoms of illness are urged to wear masks or access services online
Community Development -- volunteer recruitment, training and placement, community networking and partnership
New Immigrant Drop-In
- mutual support group for newcomers, supportive counselling
- information and referral
- assistance in filling out forms for social assistance, income security programs, and affordable housing
- accompaniment to appointments, translation and interpretation, free Internet access
- assistance and referrals to Filipino youth, families and seniors to help meet their housing, employment and health care needs
- fosters partnerships with grassroots organizations to connect with broader advocacy to promote labour rights and social justice
- Violence Against Women counselling
- Violence Against Women Transitional Housing
- family life education
- support groups, recreation, workshops
- recreation, weekly social events
Youth Drop-In -- life skills training, volunteering
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