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\n \nEnglish Language Support -- group conversation circles for newcomers
\n\nCommunity Building -- working with residents on local issues to improve social networks and economic security
\n\nSkills and Leadership -- training in leadership, group facilitation skills, peer leadership, and practicums in these areas, for adults * also Newcomer Youth Leadership Training * employment readiness -- orientation to Canadian workplace culture, employment counselling and assessment, small business development support * financial literacy workshops", "APPLICATION": "Call or drop in", "LANGUAGES": "English ; Arabic ; Bengali ; Chinese (Mandarin) ; Dari ; Farsi ; Gujarati ; Hindi ; Italian ; Marathi ; Punjabi ; Romanian ; Russian ; Somali ; Spanish ; Swahili ; Tamil ; Turkish ; Urdu ; West Indian dialects ; not all languages available at all sites", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator ; Elevator with braille and voice/tone features - lowered buttons ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall", "HOURS": "Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm * some programs held evenings and weekends", "LEGAL_STATUS": "(50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity", "DATE_UPDATED": "2014-12-22T05:00:00", "ADDRESS_POINT_ID": 30030275.0, "X": 0.0, "Y": 0.0, "LONGITUDE": 0.0, "LATITUDE": 0.0, "ADDRESS_FULL": "540 Finch Ave W", "MUNICIPALITY": "North York", "POSTAL_CODE": "M2R 1N7" }, "geometry": { "type": "MultiPoint", "coordinates": [ [ 309216.939356166229118, 4848231.350527154281735 ] ] } },
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\nShelter -- transitional housing for refugee claimant women and children * help with the refugee process, including legal, mental health, social services and other referrals * support and accompaniment to appointments\n
\nPrimary Health Care and Mental Health Clinic -- Saturdays, no Ontario Health Insurance required * settlement services * group for youth with precarious immigration status * holistic support services for victims/survivors of human trafficking * support groups and activities for women * Spanish interpretation and translation * English as a Second Language (ESL) classes\n
\nPublic education -- workshops for service providers and others on legal information needs of refugee claimants and non-status people and on immigration and refugee procedures * publications, public speakers", "APPLICATION": "Call for an appointment", "LANGUAGES": "English ; French ; Arabic ; Portuguese ; Spanish ; access to interpreters for other languages", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Wheelchair accessible building from Glenhurst entrance but not washrooms", "HOURS": "Mon-Fri 9:30 am-5 pm, Sat 10 am-2 pm", "LEGAL_STATUS": "(50) Non Profit", "DATE_UPDATED": "2016-02-24T05:00:00", "ADDRESS_POINT_ID": 69507.0, "X": 0.0, "Y": 0.0, "LONGITUDE": 0.0, "LATITUDE": 0.0, "ADDRESS_FULL": "208 Oakwood Ave", "MUNICIPALITY": "York", "POSTAL_CODE": "M6E 2V4" }, "geometry": { "type": "MultiPoint", "coordinates": [ [ 309888.067006758297794, 4838000.935334713198245 ] ] } },
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\n\nYouth Services -- settlement program encouraging civic participation and integration through a focus on recreation, sport, and mentorship
\n\nEmployment Services -- Job Search Workshops (JSW) for new immigrants, Convention refugees or Live-in Caregivers, legally entitled to work in Canada * 3 or 4 day job search techniques workshops, including assessment with a job coach, individual action plan, labour market information, life skills and preemployment workshops with resume preparation, networking * extensive individual assistance
\n\nProblem Gambling Program -- culturally appropriate prevention, education and treatment * outreach and public education to community groups * individual or group counselling for gamblers or those affected
\n\nDomestic Violence Education Program -- counselling and referral for victims of family violence", "APPLICATION": "Drop in or call for appointment", "LANGUAGES": "English ; French ; Arabic ; Armenian ; Assyrian ; Dari ; Dutch ; Farsi ; Hindi ; Lithuanian ; Pashto ; Punjabi ; Russian ; Urdu", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * designated parking", "HOURS": "Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm", "LEGAL_STATUS": "(50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity", "DATE_UPDATED": "2015-09-11T04:00:00", "ADDRESS_POINT_ID": 991045.0, "X": 0.0, "Y": 0.0, "LONGITUDE": 0.0, "LATITUDE": 0.0, "ADDRESS_FULL": "555 Burnhamthorpe Rd", "MUNICIPALITY": "Etobicoke", "POSTAL_CODE": "M9C 2Y3" }, "geometry": { "type": "MultiPoint", "coordinates": [ [ 299312.460795099672396, 4833857.018309187144041 ] ] } },
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\n\nSettlement and Employment Services (formerly Immigrant Settlement and Adaptation Program) -- information and referral * orientation, needs assessment * translation and interpretation * supportive counselling * bridging services * form filling * workshops and tours * seasonal income tax clinic * 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
\n\nProfessional Development and Small Business Resource Centre -- walk-in centre * resource materials for internationally trained professionals * business information * referrals
\n\nSettlement and Integration Resource Centre -- drop-in centre providing settlement and integration information and resources * access to computers, Internet
\n\nSettlement and Education Partnerships in Toronto (SEPT) (Settlement Workers in Schools) -- outreach program based in elementary and secondary schools from mid-August to end of June, and in libraries and summer school programs from July to mid-August * homework club * multi-languages service in North York area, connecting parents and students with the schools, parent interviews with schools, parenting group sessions, settlement information sessions * contact 416-292-7510 ext 301
\n\nEmployment Resource Centre -- walk-in job search centre * access to computers, Internet, fax, photocopier, telephone * staff assistance available * resource materials * job boards * labour market information * resume clinics * mock interviews * workshops
\n\nEarly Years Program -- preschool education program for children and their parents * social and learning skills for preschool children * parenting education * parent-child interactive activities
\n\nChildren and Youth Programs -- after school program * summer camp * Saturday enrichment classes * leadership and life skills training * employment readiness\n
\n\nSeniors and Family Programs -- form filling * supportive counselling * client intervention assistance * social, educational and recreational programs * support groups * health information workshops\n
\n\nVolunteer Services -- training and development * placements * public education", "APPLICATION": "Call or drop in", "LANGUAGES": "English ; French ; Arabic ; Bengali ; Chinese (Cantonese) ; Chinese (Mandarin) ; Dari ; Farsi ; Filipino ; Gujarati ; Hebrew ; Hindi ; Korean ; Kurdish ; Malay ; Punjabi ; Russian ; Sindhi ; Spanish ; Tamil ; Ukrainian ; Urdu ; not all languages available", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Designated parking at entrance ; Easy access to elevator - lowered buttons ; Non-powered swing doors ; Barrier free washrooms", "HOURS": "Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm * some Saturday and Sunday programs", "LEGAL_STATUS": "(50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity", "DATE_UPDATED": "2015-02-09T05:00:00", "ADDRESS_POINT_ID": 363508.0, "X": 0.0, "Y": 0.0, "LONGITUDE": 0.0, "LATITUDE": 0.0, "ADDRESS_FULL": "2330 Midland Ave", "MUNICIPALITY": "Scarborough", "POSTAL_CODE": "M1S 5G5" }, "geometry": { "type": "MultiPoint", "coordinates": [ [ 322830.566953234607354, 4848736.666126281954348 ] ] } },
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\n\nFamily Literacy Program -- language and age appropriate family reading resources through a lending library * activities to encourage and reinforce family language learning
\n\nSummer Enrichment Program -- for children 8-13 years * academic support and social interaction to support the settlement process
\nSettlement Program, formerly Immigrant Settlement and Adaptation Program", "APPLICATION": "Call or drop in", "LANGUAGES": "English", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall", "HOURS": "Mon-Fri 8:30 am-5 pm", "LEGAL_STATUS": "(50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity", "DATE_UPDATED": "2015-04-20T04:00:00", "ADDRESS_POINT_ID": 4498793.0, "X": 0.0, "Y": 0.0, "LONGITUDE": 0.0, "LATITUDE": 0.0, "ADDRESS_FULL": "1200 Markham Rd", "MUNICIPALITY": "Scarborough", "POSTAL_CODE": "M1H 3C3" }, "geometry": { "type": "MultiPoint", "coordinates": [ [ 326364.389321915281471, 4848550.497077383100986 ] ] } },
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\n\nChildren -- operates as a Children's Aid Society for the Jewish community * investigates allegations of child neglect and abuse * child protection services * adoption and foster home services and recruitment * adoption disclosure * counselling * big brothers and big sisters program * homework club
\n\nFamilies -- individual, couple, family and group counselling * family life education and life skills programs * financial assistance combined with rehabilitation for persons on social assistance * assistance in finding employment and accommodation * support for families with special needs children
\n\nWoman abuse -- counselling, emergency financial assistance, court accompaniment * groups for assaulted women, abusive men * Here to Help -- group program for children (and their mothers) exposed to woman abuse * community outreach * short term accommodation with kosher kitchen for one assaulted woman, with or without children
\n\nOther services -- friendly visiting * support for single parents, bereaved parents, widows and widowers, immigrants * groups for women who have been or are in hurtful relationships * chaplaincy services for those in hospitals, long term care facilities, correctional institutions, psychiatric hospitals, centres for persons with developmental disabilities * co-op apartment for 4 males who are socially disabled or ex-psychiatric patients -- subsidies available * Multilingual Access Program -- escort for persons who are already clients * Settlement and Education Partnership in Toronto (SEPT) -- outreach program based in elementary and secondary schools from mid-August to end of June, and in libraries and social service agencies from July to mid-August * Jewish Hospice Program -- in-home palliative care program * social work services in schools * speakers", "APPLICATION": "For information on providing foster care, call above number or Homes for Kids at 1-877-587-5437 (1-877-587-KIDS)", "LANGUAGES": "English ; Hebrew ; Russian ; Yiddish", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator - braille and lowered buttons ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall", "HOURS": "Office -- Mon-Thu 9 am-5 pm, Fri 9 am-4 pm * after hours -- answering service, calls returned within 1 hour", "LEGAL_STATUS": "(50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity", "DATE_UPDATED": "2014-08-12T04:00:00", "ADDRESS_POINT_ID": 487321.0, "X": 0.0, "Y": 0.0, "LONGITUDE": 0.0, "LATITUDE": 0.0, "ADDRESS_FULL": "4600 Bathurst St", "MUNICIPALITY": "North York", "POSTAL_CODE": "M2R 3V3" }, "geometry": { "type": "MultiPoint", "coordinates": [ [ 309540.972274834639393, 4847172.263708317652345 ] ] } },
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\n\n 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
\n\nNewcomer Youth Program for youth 13-24 years -- leadership training * entrepreneurship * homework club * one-to-one help with resume writing and job search skills * computer drop-in * mentorship * sports clubs and recreation", "APPLICATION": "Call for appointment", "LANGUAGES": "English ; Arabic ; Chinese (Cantonese) ; Dari ; Farsi ; Hungarian ; Polish ; Portuguese ; Sinhala ; Spanish ; Tamil", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall", "HOURS": "Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm", "LEGAL_STATUS": "(50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity", "DATE_UPDATED": "2015-09-01T04:00:00", "ADDRESS_POINT_ID": 7552886.0, "X": 0.0, "Y": 0.0, "LONGITUDE": 0.0, "LATITUDE": 0.0, "ADDRESS_FULL": "248 Ossington Ave", "MUNICIPALITY": "former Toronto", "POSTAL_CODE": "M6J 3A2" }, "geometry": { "type": "MultiPoint", "coordinates": [ [ 311156.141700867447071, 4834427.641943950206041 ] ] } },
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\nAdult Education -- adult upgrading centres * English as a Second Language (ESL) classes -- see website for locations * Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto -- see separate entry * Enhanced Language Training (ELT) * citizenship and international language classes\n
\nSupport Services -- child care centres, after school programs, caregiver and child drop-ins and parenting centres at some schools -- call 416-222-8282 ext 2475 for information * nutrition programs, home instruction, social work, psychological and psychiatric services, guidance counselling, program for persons who are deaf or hard of hearing, reading, speech and language correction, community liaison, chaplaincy and peer ministry programs, interpreter services and transportation for persons with physical disabilities after school literacy clubs * Comprehensive Literacy -- remedial literacy instruction for children up to Grade 3 * Orientation Centre -- placement centre for new Canadian secondary school students, call 416-393-5500 for appointment * individual schools listed in the telephone directory under Toronto Catholic District School Board", "APPLICATION": "Contact nearest Catholic school for appointment * contact admissions department if appropriate documentation lacking -- proof of citizenship/landed immigrant status, residency, and (elementary students only) baptism into Roman Catholic faith * visit soar.tcdsb.org for application form", "LANGUAGES": "English ; French - (school programs) ; Interpreters in other languages available upon request", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * accessible elevators * designated and street parking close to entrance", "HOURS": "Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:45 pm * after hours -- answering service, emergency calls responded to immediately", "LEGAL_STATUS": "(50) Non Profit", "DATE_UPDATED": "2015-07-08T04:00:00", "ADDRESS_POINT_ID": 5200663.0, "X": 0.0, "Y": 0.0, "LONGITUDE": 0.0, "LATITUDE": 0.0, "ADDRESS_FULL": "80 Sheppard Ave E", "MUNICIPALITY": "North York", "POSTAL_CODE": "M2N 6E8" }, "geometry": { "type": "MultiPoint", "coordinates": [ [ 312200.092799068603199, 4846990.396680591627955 ] ] } },
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\n\nLibrary Settlement Partnerships -- outreach program at Centennial 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
\n\nNewcomer Youth Services -- youth-focused settlement information and referral * Newcomer Youth Leadership Development -- youth learn about their community, gain volunteer hours, build leadership, language, communication and social skills * workshops and activities for parents and youth", "APPLICATION": "Walk in, no appointment required", "LANGUAGES": "English ; American Sign Language (ASL) ; Arabic ; Armenian ; Assyrian ; Bulgarian ; Chinese (Cantonese) ; Chinese (Mandarin) ; Dari ; Farsi ; Hebrew ; Hindi ; Korean ; Russian ; Sinhala ; Spanish ; Ukrainian", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Easy access to elevator ; Wheelchair accessible washroom, assistance needed with door", "HOURS": "Mon 9 am-7 pm, Tue-Thu 9 am-5 pm, Fri 9 am-1 pm, Sat 10 am-2 pm (Saturdays April to September only)", "LEGAL_STATUS": "(50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity", "DATE_UPDATED": "2016-01-06T05:00:00", "ADDRESS_POINT_ID": 5468267.0, "X": 0.0, "Y": 0.0, "LONGITUDE": 0.0, "LATITUDE": 0.0, "ADDRESS_FULL": "4580 Dufferin St", "MUNICIPALITY": "North York", "POSTAL_CODE": "M3H 5Y2" }, "geometry": { "type": "MultiPoint", "coordinates": [ [ 307402.111667052668054, 4847746.497654250822961 ] ] } },
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\n\nCommunity 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
\n\nNewcomer Youth Services -- youth-focused settlement information and referral * Newcomer Youth Leadership Development -- youth learn about their community, gain volunteer hours, build leadership, language, communication and social skills * workshops and activities for parents and youth", "APPLICATION": "Walk in, no appointment required", "LANGUAGES": "English ; Chinese (Cantonese) ; Chinese (Fujian) ; Chinese (Mandarin) ; Hindi ; Punjabi ; Tamil", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms", "HOURS": "Mon 9 am-5 pm, Tue 9 am-7 pm, Wed-Thu 9 am-5 pm, Fri 9 am-1 pm", "LEGAL_STATUS": "(50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity", "DATE_UPDATED": "2016-01-06T05:00:00", "ADDRESS_POINT_ID": 364214.0, "X": 0.0, "Y": 0.0, "LONGITUDE": 0.0, "LATITUDE": 0.0, "ADDRESS_FULL": "10 Milner Business Crt", "MUNICIPALITY": "Scarborough", "POSTAL_CODE": "M1B 3C6" }, "geometry": { "type": "MultiPoint", "coordinates": [ [ 326071.736405208765063, 4849896.778844512067735 ] ] } },
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\n\nHealth services -- primary health care services * assessment, medical treatment * prenatal and postnatal care * immunization * diabetes * illness and disease prevention * sexual health and health education * nutrition * individual, marital, family and mental health counselling * no Ontario Health Insurance required for primary care and most specialists * SHY Clinic, Sexually Healthy Youth -- for ages 13-24 years * pregnancy testing and counselling * STI (sexually transmitted infections) testing and free treatment * low cost birth control * non-judgemental, confidential\n
\n\nCommunity services -- focus on newcomers, women, families with children birth-6 years * peer outreach and support * parenting and parent-child groups * prenatal nutrition and support * food skills groups * health education * lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and queer (LGBTQ) services * expressive arts * environmental awareness * research and advocacy on newcomer, immigrant and refugee issues
\n\nYouth services -- drop-in programs * settlement * out of school programs * Community Connections Mentorship Program (formerly HOST) -- group orientation activities for newly arrived immigrant and refugee youth * trained volunteer mentors * help in establishing social and professional networks * development of citizenship and civic engagement * skills and career development
\n\nSettlement Program -- orientation * needs and eligibility assessments * information and referral * language and skills training * job search and employment counselling * networking * youth settlement * LGBTQ settlement * services in various locations
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\n\nViolence prevention and crisis intervention
\nCrisis support and counselling for women and children who have experienced or are experiencing violence in the home * legal and medical referrals * accompaniment to legal, medical and social services resources * information, public and community education on wife abuse * support groups for women who are victims of spousal abuse
\n\nNewcomer assistance and integration
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\n\nEthnocultural seniors program -- see separate entry\n
\n\nCommunity development
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\n\nEssential Pathways to Employment Program (EPE) -- 8 week program * in-depth skills analysis * action plan development * skills and workplace training * childminding and transportation assistance available through Toronto. Employment and Social Services -- see separate entry
\n\nViolence Against Women/Youth Program -- individual counselling for crisis, abuse, assault and trauma * stress management, assertiveness training * escort to legal appointments * group and one-on-one counselling for youth experiencing any kind of violence including bullying, child abuse, harassment, girl-on-girl violence, date rape * space for immigrant and refugee youth of colour to explore their cultural identity and sense of belonging in Canada
\n\nVolunteer and Student Placement Program -- job placements to build skills and gain experience * opportunities in social or settlement services, counselling support, employment help, office administration or reception, marketing and outreach
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\nInformation and referral, orientation, counselling, translation and interpretation
\n\nEducation and Language Training
\nParticipates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto, (childminding provided) -- see separate entry * heritage language classes for children to 15 years
\n\nCommunity Services
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\n\nCommunity Connections Mentorship Program (formerly HOST Program) -- group activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees 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", "APPLICATION": "Referrals for children -- through medical, legal, social service or educational authorities * interested youth volunteers -- call for details of next orientation meeting", "LANGUAGES": "English ; Bengali ; Chinese (Cantonese) ; Chinese (Mandarin) ; Dutch ; Hindi ; Portuguese ; Punjabi ; Spanish ; Urdu ; interpretation for other languages may be arranged", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Elevator with braille and voice/tone features ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall ; Wheelchair accessible rear entrance ; Street parking close to entrance", "HOURS": "Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm", "LEGAL_STATUS": "(50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity", "DATE_UPDATED": "2015-05-05T04:00:00", "ADDRESS_POINT_ID": 3563886.0, "X": 0.0, "Y": 0.0, "LONGITUDE": 0.0, "LATITUDE": 0.0, "ADDRESS_FULL": "5734 Yonge St", "MUNICIPALITY": "North York", "POSTAL_CODE": "M2M 4E7" }, "geometry": { "type": "MultiPoint", "coordinates": [ [ 311492.171974702912848, 4849201.587303128093481 ] ] } },
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\n\nStudent services -- summer job service * year round services for students seeking part time jobs * workshops * volunteer and co-op placements\n
\nYESAbility -- for postsecondary students with disabilities * employment assistance includes matching skills and qualifications with part time jobs and finding part time employment opportunities * resume and interview tips * realistic employment action plans * assistance in gaining work experience and marketable skills
\n\nSummer Company -- entrepreneurship program for students aged 15-30 looking to start their own business during summer break * participants receive funding and support
\n\nBizStart Entrepreneurship Program -- for youth who are not in school * 12-month paid business incubator program includes training and support", "APPLICATION": "Self or agency referral", "LANGUAGES": "English ; French", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator ; Elevator with braille and voice/tone features ; Wheelchair accessible washroom, assistance needed with door", "HOURS": "Mon, Tue, Thu 9 am-5 pm; Wed 9 am-6 pm; Fri 9 am-4:30 pm", "LEGAL_STATUS": "(50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity", "DATE_UPDATED": "2014-05-07T04:00:00", "ADDRESS_POINT_ID": 8457243.0, "X": 0.0, "Y": 0.0, "LONGITUDE": 0.0, "LATITUDE": 0.0, "ADDRESS_FULL": "555 Richmond St W", "MUNICIPALITY": "former Toronto", "POSTAL_CODE": "M5V 3B1" }, "geometry": { "type": "MultiPoint", "coordinates": [ [ 312675.705422012601048, 4834052.645976675674319 ] ] } },
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\n\nCommunity services -- focus on newcomers, women, families with children birth-6 years * peer outreach and support * parenting and parent-child groups * prenatal nutrition and support * food skills groups * health education * lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and queer (LGBTQ) services * expressive arts * research and advocacy on newcomer, immigrant and refugee issues
\n\nYouth services -- drop-in programs * settlement * out of school programs * Community Connections Mentorship Program (formerly HOST) -- group orientation activities for newly arrived immigrant and refugee youth * trained volunteer mentors * help in establishing social and professional networks * development of citizenship and civic engagement * skills and career development
\n\nSettlement Program -- orientation * needs and eligibility assessments * information and referral * language and skills training * job search and employment counselling * networking * youth settlement * LGBTQ settlement * services in various locations", "APPLICATION": "Health services -- referral by community agency or self referral * Community, settlement and youth services -- most programs require an appointment, call for details", "LANGUAGES": "English ; interpreters available for other languages", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms", "HOURS": "Mon-Tue, Thu 9 am-8 pm; Wed 1 pm-5 pm; Fri 9 am-5 pm", "LEGAL_STATUS": "(50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity", "DATE_UPDATED": "2014-06-12T04:00:00", "ADDRESS_POINT_ID": 9531709.0, "X": 0.0, "Y": 0.0, "LONGITUDE": 0.0, "LATITUDE": 0.0, "ADDRESS_FULL": "761 Jane St", "MUNICIPALITY": "York", "POSTAL_CODE": "M6N 4B4" }, "geometry": { "type": "MultiPoint", "coordinates": [ [ 305335.779790137719829, 4836843.999642945826054 ] ] } },
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\n\nFamilies -- individual, couple, family and group counselling * family life education and life skills programs * financial assistance combined with rehabilitation for persons on social assistance * assistance in finding employment and accommodation * support for families with special needs children
\n\nWoman abuse -- counselling, emergency financial assistance, court accompaniment * groups for assaulted women, abusive men * Here to Help -- group program for children (and their mothers) exposed to woman abuse * community outreach * short term accommodation with kosher kitchen for one assaulted woman, with or without children
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\n\nJob Search Workshops (JSW) -- for new immigrants and convention refugees, legally entitled to work in Canada * job search techniques workshops, covering labour market information, access to trades and professions, resume preparation, networking * extensive individual assistance", "APPLICATION": "Call for appointment or drop in", "LANGUAGES": "English ; Arabic ; Filipino ; Spanish", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Barrier-free washroom including door and stall ; Wheelchair accessible main floor", "HOURS": "Mon-Fri 10 am-6 pm * occasional evening hours", "LEGAL_STATUS": "(50) Non Profit", "DATE_UPDATED": "2015-05-07T04:00:00", "ADDRESS_POINT_ID": 8133423.0, "X": 0.0, "Y": 0.0, "LONGITUDE": 0.0, "LATITUDE": 0.0, "ADDRESS_FULL": "1652 Keele St", "MUNICIPALITY": "York", "POSTAL_CODE": "M6M 3W3" }, "geometry": { "type": "MultiPoint", "coordinates": [ [ 306983.011527854250744, 4838212.254362131468952 ] ] } },
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\n\nImmigrants and newcomers -- supportive counselling * information and referral * assistance filling out forms including applications for social assistance, income security and affordable housing * escort and interpretation * free Internet access and training
\n\nFamily Services -- individual and family counselling * domestic violence crisis intervention
\n\nCommunity development -- volunteer recruitment and training * outreach and networking * advocacy * cultural activities
\n\nYouth Programs -- leadership training * newcomer adaptation * recreation
\n\nSeniors Services -- social and recreation activities", "APPLICATION": "Drop in", "LANGUAGES": "English ; Chinese (Cantonese) ; Chinese (Mandarin) ; Filipino ; Vietnamese", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Not Accessible", "HOURS": "Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm", "LEGAL_STATUS": "(50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity", "DATE_UPDATED": "2015-02-24T05:00:00", "ADDRESS_POINT_ID": 7650738.0, "X": 0.0, "Y": 0.0, "LONGITUDE": 0.0, "LATITUDE": 0.0, "ADDRESS_FULL": "365 Parliament St", "MUNICIPALITY": "former Toronto", "POSTAL_CODE": "M5A 2Z9" }, "geometry": { "type": "MultiPoint", "coordinates": [ [ 315570.323943905299529, 4835685.866619513370097 ] ] } },
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\n\nSay Word Journalism Program -- youth training in radio and video broadcasting, photojournalism and magazine production * leadership opportunities such as peer mentorship and advisory committee
\n\nStudio 2 Multimedia Program -- multimedia, journalism and social skills for marginalized youth and youth living in priority neighbourhoods * emphasis on violence prevention and media literacy
\n\nThe Zone Youth Centre -- drop-in activities include violence prevention and newcomer services
\n\nAlso consultation and training for educators and other professionals serving youth, in developing and implementing violence prevention strategies * fee", "APPLICATION": "Call for information", "LANGUAGES": "English ; Chinese (Cantonese) ; Chinese (Mandarin) ; Dari ; Farsi ; will arrange for interpretation in other languages if necessary", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall", "HOURS": "Office -- Mon-Thu 9 am-8 pm, Fri 9 am-5 pm * program hours vary, call for details
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\n\nIntegration into the Educational System
\n Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) -- outreach program based in elementary and secondary schools from mid-August to end of June, and social service agencies from July to mid-August * individualized action plan, settlement information and referral, group activities, leadership education
\n\nEmployability and Social Integration
\nCommunity Connections Mentorship Program (CCMP) -- 4-6 month one-to-one befriending program for newcomers based on gender, age and residential location * group activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees 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
\n\nEmployment Assistance -- for newcomers and internationally trained professionals * personalized job search plan, labour market information, resume preparation, networking, interview preparation
\n\nLibrary Settlement Partnership (LSP) -- newcomer outreach at the Mimico and Lillian H Smith branches of Toronto public library * workshops, one-to-one counselling, settlement referrals
\n\n Newcomer Settlement Services (NSP) -- employment support services * one-to-one settlement counselling and referrals * form filling including applications for asylum * orientation sessions * culturally sensitive services for the Roma community
\n\nWell-Being and Healthy Lifestyles
\nGreen Settlement programs
Bike Host matches volunteer mentors with newcomers to encourage cycling * Fun and Safe Cycling to Schools * in partnership with Cycle Toronto
\n\nSankofa, Girls Taking Green Roots -- intergenerational activities for newcomer youth 15-29 years who identify as girls and interested in gardening, nutrition and cooking * part of Global Roots Project * snacks and TTC tokens available * Sankofa CultureLink Youth -- peer supported drop-in for LGBTQ newcomers 15-29 years * settlement services, community engagement, environmental stewardship, nutrition and health, self-defence * Sankofa Queer Arts Network -- for LGBTQ newcomer youth and allies, including settlement counselling and support, with activities focused on the arts and communications
\n\nWintegration Youth -- for newcomer youth attending high school, after school program * fitness, homework help, recreation * snacks included
\n\n Newcomer Seniors Centre -- educational workshops, physical and mental exercises, recreation", "APPLICATION": "Call for appointment", "LANGUAGES": "English ; Afrikaans ; Arabic ; Bengali ; Bhojpuri ; Chinese (Cantonese) ; Chinese (Mandarin) ; Czech ; Farsi ; Filipino ; Hindi ; Hungarian ; Italian ; Pashto ; Polish ; Portuguese ; Punjabi ; Russian ; Sinhala ; Slovak ; Somali ; Spanish ; Tamil ; Tibeta", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Designated parking at entrance - underground parking ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall", "HOURS": "Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm * some evening programs, including Community Connections Mentorship Program orientation and training", "LEGAL_STATUS": "(50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity", "DATE_UPDATED": "2015-06-02T04:00:00", "ADDRESS_POINT_ID": 9638447.0, "X": 0.0, "Y": 0.0, "LONGITUDE": 0.0, "LATITUDE": 0.0, "ADDRESS_FULL": "2340 Dundas St W", "MUNICIPALITY": "former Toronto", "POSTAL_CODE": "M6P 4A9" }, "geometry": { "type": "MultiPoint", "coordinates": [ [ 308650.177163961576298, 4835196.969862851314247 ] ] } },
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\n\nHealthy Living -- school age children, women and seniors * workshops and discussion groups focus on access to healthy food and lifestyle, mental health, violence * physical activities in a fun environment
\n\nCommunity Building -- working with residents on local issues to improve social networks and economic security
\n\nSkills and Leadership -- training in leadership, group facilitation skills, peer leadership, and practicums in these areas, for adults * also Newcomer Youth Leadership Training * employment readiness -- orientation to Canadian workplace culture, employment counselling and assessment, small business development support * financial literacy workshops", "APPLICATION": "Call or drop in", "LANGUAGES": "English ; Arabic ; Bengali ; Chinese (Mandarin) ; Dari ; Farsi ; Gujarati ; Hindi ; Italian ; Marathi ; Punjabi ; Romanian ; Russian ; Somali ; Spanish ; Swahili ; Tamil ; Turkish ; Urdu ; West Indian dialects ; not all languages available at all sites", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall", "HOURS": "Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm * some programs held evenings and weekends", "LEGAL_STATUS": "(50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity", "DATE_UPDATED": "2015-01-30T05:00:00", "ADDRESS_POINT_ID": 30014244.0, "X": 0.0, "Y": 0.0, "LONGITUDE": 0.0, "LATITUDE": 0.0, "ADDRESS_FULL": "1541 Jane St", "MUNICIPALITY": "North York", "POSTAL_CODE": "M9N 2R3" }, "geometry": { "type": "MultiPoint", "coordinates": [ [ 304645.818979115632828, 4839824.972126700915396 ] ] } },
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\n\nWelcoming Communities -- group orientation activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees * trained volunteer mentors * help in establishing social and professional networks * development of citizenship and civic engagement * skills and career development
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\nEmployment services * drop-in resource centre * job search training * resume preparation * workshops * access to computers, Internet, fax, photocopier\n
\nNewcomer Youth Program -- social, educational and recreational services * information and outreach * employment assistance * peer tutoring * leadership development * in partnership with Parkdale Community Information Centre, 1303 Queen St W\n
\nEducational and cultural activities * year round income tax clinic * Tibetan seniors group on Saturdays * anti-racism and access and equity programs * community events, festivals
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\nLunch program Monday-Friday 11:30 am-1 pm * community supper Monday-Thursday 5 pm-6 pm * clothing bank program Tuesday-Wednesday 11 am-1 pm * computer classes Monday-Friday 10 am-1 pm (by appointment)
\n\nTransitional Housing
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\n\nChildren's Programs
\nAfter school program, math tutoring, ESL classes * Friday night youth drop-in 6:30 pm-9 pm * Peer Support Program call for details
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\n \nBusiness and Business Plus programs -- entrepreneurship, business acumen and economic development * networking evenings
\n\nCultural skills program -- cultural skills training for francophone newcomers and francophone employers * supports for academic success for youth 15-25 years old
\n\nInformation for youth on French-language health services * culturally sensitive workshops on HIV/AIDS prevention * IKUEN community kitchen for young francophone immigrant women", "APPLICATION": "Call, drop in or visit the website", "LANGUAGES": "French", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Designated parking at entrance - garage entrance from Wood St ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Elevator with braille and voice/tone features ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall", "HOURS": "Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm", "LEGAL_STATUS": "(50) Non Profit", "DATE_UPDATED": "2015-11-20T05:00:00", "ADDRESS_POINT_ID": 7730263.0, "X": 0.0, "Y": 0.0, "LONGITUDE": 0.0, "LATITUDE": 0.0, "ADDRESS_FULL": "2 Carlton St", "MUNICIPALITY": "former Toronto", "POSTAL_CODE": "M5B 1J3" }, "geometry": { "type": "MultiPoint", "coordinates": [ [ 314245.008180931385141, 4835740.307639847509563 ] ] } },
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\nFamily Services -- domestic violence prevention and crisis intervention * men's mental health program * parenting groups * family life education\n
\n Seniors Programs -- social and recreational activities\n
\nYouth Programs -- children and youth recreation * leadership training * newcomer adaptation", "APPLICATION": "Drop in", "LANGUAGES": "English ; Chinese (Cantonese) ; Chinese (Mandarin) ; Filipino ; Vietnamese", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance but not washrooms", "HOURS": "Mon-Fri 9:30 am-5:30 pm", "LEGAL_STATUS": "(50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity", "DATE_UPDATED": "2015-02-24T05:00:00", "ADDRESS_POINT_ID": 508058.0, "X": 0.0, "Y": 0.0, "LONGITUDE": 0.0, "LATITUDE": 0.0, "ADDRESS_FULL": "3875-3931 Don Mills Rd", "MUNICIPALITY": "North York", "POSTAL_CODE": "M2H 2S7" }, "geometry": { "type": "MultiPoint", "coordinates": [ [ 316290.375187607249245, 4851984.862698839046061 ] ] } },
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\nEducational Credential Assessment (ECA) -- for applicants applying under Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) for immigration * designated by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC)\n
\nWorld Education Profiles, www.wes.org/ca/wedb/ -- online database to assist in placing newcomer secondary students in appropriate grade levels * also online resources on international education", "APPLICATION": "Online application -- visit website * print application -- download and print from website", "LANGUAGES": "English ; French ; other languages may be available", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Designated parking at entrance - garage entrance from Wood St ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Elevator with braille and voice/tone features ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall", "HOURS": "Customer Service -- Mon-Fri 9 am-2 pm * no walk-in service available", "LEGAL_STATUS": "(50) Non Profit", "DATE_UPDATED": "2015-12-08T05:00:00", "ADDRESS_POINT_ID": 7730263.0, "X": 0.0, "Y": 0.0, "LONGITUDE": 0.0, "LATITUDE": 0.0, "ADDRESS_FULL": "2 Carlton St", "MUNICIPALITY": "former Toronto", "POSTAL_CODE": "M5B 1J3" }, "geometry": { "type": "MultiPoint", "coordinates": [ [ 314245.008180931385141, 4835740.307639847509563 ] ] } },
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\n\nYouth Entrepreneurship Hub -- for anyone 15-29 years, Women Entrepreneurship Hub -- 12 week programs with workspace, planning seminars, grant and loan information, business mentorship and coaching\n
\nCareerSkills -- instructor-led and hands-on training in business, accounting and finance software applications * some classes held at other locations
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\n\nLibrary 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
\n\nNewcomer Youth Services -- youth-focused settlement information and referral * Newcomer Youth Leadership Development -- youth learn about their community, gain volunteer hours, build leadership, language, communication and social skills * workshops and activities for parents and youth", "APPLICATION": "Walk in, no appointment required", "LANGUAGES": "English ; French ; Armenian ; Chinese (Mandarin) ; Farsi ; Hindi ; Indonesian ; Nepali ; Punjabi ; Russian ; Spanish ; Ukrainian ; Urdu", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * TTY available for outbound calls * designated parking", "HOURS": "Mon-Thu 9 am-6 pm, Fri 9 am-2 pm, Sat 10 am-2 pm", "LEGAL_STATUS": "(50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity", "DATE_UPDATED": "2016-01-06T05:00:00", "ADDRESS_POINT_ID": 7762640.0, "X": 0.0, "Y": 0.0, "LONGITUDE": 0.0, "LATITUDE": 0.0, "ADDRESS_FULL": "20 Grosvenor St", "MUNICIPALITY": "former Toronto", "POSTAL_CODE": "M4Y 2V5" }, "geometry": { "type": "MultiPoint", "coordinates": [ [ 314066.795216401573271, 4835906.525614213198423 ] ] } },
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\n\nCommunity Connections Mentorship Program (formerly HOST Program) -- group activities for newly arrived immigrant and refugee youth 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
\n\nSettlement Program (formerly Immigrant Settlement and Adaptation Program) -- services to enable immigrants and refugees to integrate into Canadian society including orientation programs, language and skills training to help facilitate employment, and programs to welcome newcomers to the community * individual agencies may provide needs and eligibility assessments, pre- and post-arrival information and referral, job search and employment counselling, assistance to establish social and professional networks to promote community engagement, and assistance to access a range of settlement services", "APPLICATION": "Call, drop in or email", "LANGUAGES": "English ; other languages on request", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Not wheelchair accessible", "HOURS": "Mon-Fri 10 am-6:30 pm", "LEGAL_STATUS": "(50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity", "DATE_UPDATED": "2015-09-23T04:00:00", "ADDRESS_POINT_ID": 996700.0, "X": 0.0, "Y": 0.0, "LONGITUDE": 0.0, "LATITUDE": 0.0, "ADDRESS_FULL": "235 Dixon Rd", "MUNICIPALITY": "Etobicoke", "POSTAL_CODE": "M9P 2M5" }, "geometry": { "type": "MultiPoint", "coordinates": [ [ 301260.680576227547135, 4839636.570235382765532 ] ] } },
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\nNewcomer services * Beginners Computer and Keyboarding -- basic computer class to learn how to use a computer, including Microsoft Word, Internet use and improving keyboarding skills * Conversation Circle -- practice English language skills, located at Crescent Town Club, 2A The Market Place * Healthy Lifestyle Workshops -- information on healthy lifestyle choices and reduce the stress of adjusting to Canadian culture, at Crescent Town Club, 2A The Market Place", "APPLICATION": "Call for appointment or to register for programs", "LANGUAGES": "English", "ACCESSIBILITY": "Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * street parking close to entrance", "HOURS": "Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm", "LEGAL_STATUS": "(50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity", "DATE_UPDATED": "2015-04-27T04:00:00", "ADDRESS_POINT_ID": 20101189.0, "X": 0.0, "Y": 0.0, "LONGITUDE": 0.0, "LATITUDE": 0.0, "ADDRESS_FULL": "3036 Danforth Ave", "MUNICIPALITY": "East York", "POSTAL_CODE": "M4C 1N2" }, "geometry": { "type": "MultiPoint", "coordinates": [ [ 321745.125922170002013, 4839036.14288037084043 ] ] } },
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\n\nImmigrant Youth Program -- for youth 13-24 years * friendship and emotional support * individual support * homework club * computer camp * sports club * social and recreational activities * orientation to postsecondary education* job search support * support for at-risk newcomer youth
\n\nMentorship for Internationally Trained Professionals -- one-on-one or online program * matches internationally trained professionals with a mentor from a similar profession for cultural and professional orientation * Community Connections Group Activity Program -- group activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees 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\n
\n\nSeasonal income tax clinic -- open to all\n
\n\nSome programs and services provided off site
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\n\nNew to Canada? -- helps newcomer students to integrate into Canadian society and, if needed, bring their speech, reading and writing skills up to par
\n\nRegional offices
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