Supporting Israelis in the GTA fleeing the war
JIAS stands in solidarity with Israelis here and abroad
We stand in solidarity with Israelis here and abroad. The violence perpetrated by Hamas terrorists in Israel on Oct. 7 has no place in this world. We pray for all those who are harmed, under threat, or living in fear for their friends and family.
JIAS is coordinating a community-wide, centralized response to meet the urgent and upcoming needs of individuals fleeing the war in Israel. We have been collecting the data needed to provide support to Israelis in Canada in an efficient and expedited manner. This data also helps us work with our partners, such as the UJA Federation of Greater Toronto, UJA Genesis, Jewish Schools and Daycares, JCCs, and other community organizations, to create a holistic response.
We have been granted special funding from UJA Federation of Greater Toronto to meet the needs of Israelis fleeing the war regardless of their legal status in Canada. This means that even visitors can benefit from our services and those of other Jewish community organizations.
Attention: Israelis who have fled the war and are in Canada
Together, JIAS and UJA are assessing needs on an individual basis and providing access to a range of supports, such as help with childcare, schooling, programs for seniors, short-term accommodations, and mental health supports.
Below is a list of entitlements and supports available to you listed by via status.
*** After reviewing the information, please review and fill out our online form. This form is crucial for our ability to stay in touch with you with important updates and community support available to you
Medical – You need to purchase private medical coverage or extend your travel insurance.
Housing – We have very limited access to emergency, short term housing reserved for those without any housing solution.
Schooling and daycare – We are working with local Jewish institutions to provide placements and can help you register for public school.
Leisure – We are working with JCCs and other community organizations to provide programs and access to their services
Medical – You can apply for OHIP.
Housing – We have very limited access to emergency, short term housing reserved for those without any housing solution.
Schooling and daycare – We are working with local Jewish institutions to provide placements and can help you register for public school.
Leisure – We are working with JCCs and other community organizations to provide programs and access to their services
Immigration – A family member coming with you on a VISITOR Visa will be eligible to change status, but this is a process that takes several months
Medical – You need to purchase private medical coverage or extend your travel insurance for non-Canadian family members.
Housing – We have very limited access to emergency, short term housing reserved for those without any housing solution.
Schooling and daycare – We are working with local Jewish institutions to provide placements and can help you register for public school.
Leisure – We are working with JCCs and other community organizations to provide programs and access to their services
If you are our client, please contact your settlement worker.
If you are not our client, please fill out this form.
Upcoming Information Sessions
November 13, 12 PM Emergency Response Orientation Session for Israelis
Israelis WITHOUT Canadian Citizenship/Permanent Residency who are thinking about immigrating to Canada, please join one of our upcoming online webinars to learn about Canada’s immigration system and general information about immigration options:
November 13, 7 PM: Applying for PR: Ontario Provincial Nominations
November 15, 7:30 PM: Applying for Family Sponsorship
Click here for a list of all upcoming information sessions.