Join us if you have questions about searching for a rental unit (apartment or house) in Ontario. Once you register, you will receive a link to join our information session. Topics that will be covered include: housing search tools and resources low-cost apartment options in the understanding the geography of the Greater Toronto Area common […]
There are two major components of this program: For adult women in the Yazidi refugee community: Eash session of this program will consist of an "English class" to practice conversational skills and develop literacy skills, a "math class" to develop numeracy skills and practice scheduling and budgeting, and an art therapy session. For school aged […]
This program is designed to help newcomers practice their English conversation skills in a friendly, informal, and supportive environment. There is no formal instruction, and there is no teacher. Using Zoom, small groups meet online for a weekly informal conversation that is facilitated by a volunteer who is fluent in English. The facilitator will bring […]
This program is designed to help newcomers practice their English conversation skills in a friendly, informal, and supportive environment. There is no formal instruction, and there is no teacher. Using Zoom, small groups meet online for a weekly informal conversation that is facilitated by a volunteer who is fluent in English. The facilitator will bring […]
This program is designed to help newcomers practice their English conversation skills in a friendly, informal, and supportive environment. There is no formal instruction, and there is no teacher. Using Zoom, small groups meet online for a weekly informal conversation that is facilitated by a volunteer who is fluent in English. The facilitator will bring […]
The first months in Canada can be challenging and exciting. This session will cover some “dos” and “don’ts” plus lots of “how to” topics for life. We’ll try to manage your expectations. We will help you think about short term and long term goals so that you can build a stable and fulfilling life in […]
Powered by Magnet, the Lifeline Afghanistan job portal provides Afghan newcomers with the tools they need to start their Canadian journey and succeed in Canada. Please join us for an information session to provide more detail on this initiative and onboard you to the platform where you can leverage your skills, education, and experience to […]
The Reading Club program provides elementary school-aged (grade 1-8) children with an opportunity to continue practicing their English reading and comprehension skills in an online environment with other newcomer children and a facilitator. One of the key goals of the Reading Club is to enhance students’ English reading skills by the use of engaging reading […]
This program is a support group for newcomer Jewish parents who have teenagers. The goal of this program is to give you the skills you may need to be more confident as a parent and help your children thrive, and to provide an environment for you to connect and share with other parents. This program […]
This program is for new immigrants who want to learn about the banking system in Canada, how to open bank accounts (debit/ saving account), how to be eligible for credit cards and maintain them, how to manage online banking, and so on. The session has a guest speaker from Extra ED. REGISTER HERE
Please feel free to join if you have any questions or need guidance in your search for permanent housing. Rina (Irina): Our Housing Support Coordinator will help you with the following: Discuss searching strategies. Discuss pros and cons of neighborhoods. Guide you in searching by doing searches together in “real time.” Troubleshoot obstacles you are […]
This program is designed to help newcomers practice their English conversation skills in a friendly, informal, and supportive environment. There is no formal instruction, and there is no teacher. Using Zoom, small groups meet online for a weekly informal conversation that is facilitated by a volunteer who is fluent in English. The facilitator will bring […]