Searching for Immigration / Sponsorship

• citizenship certificate
• processing refugee claimants
• applications for permanent residency
• administering citizenship tests, interviews, and ceremonies
• applications for work permits and study permits

• Training for community groups, service providers, and legal workers
• Public legal education that is culturally sensitive and delivered with accessibility in mind
• Legal support and services for disadvantaged queer clients

The program offers assistance in accessing a wide range of settlement services including:

• orientation programs, language and skills training to help facilitate employment and programs to welcome newcomers to the community
• needs assessments along with information and referral to community services
• short term adjustment counselling
• assistance with education, health care, housing
• assistance with citizenship applications and citizenship test preparation
• job search and employment counselling as well as assistance to establish social and professional networks to promote community engagement
• interpretation and translation
• cultural competency training available for local agencies to ensure they have the tools and training to work with a variety of cultures

The program offers assistance in accessing a wide range of settlement services including:

• orientation programs, language and skills training to help facilitate employment and programs to welcome newcomers to the community
• needs assessments along with information and referral to community services
• short term adjustment counselling
• assistance with education, health care, housing
• assistance with citizenship applications and citizenship test preparation
• job search and employment counselling as well as assistance to establish social and professional networks to promote community engagement
• interpretation and translation
• cultural competency training available for local agencies to ensure they have the tools and training to work with a variety of cultures

The program offers assistance in accessing a wide range of settlement services including:

• orientation programs, language and skills training to help facilitate employment and programs to welcome newcomers to the community
• needs assessments along with information and referral to community services
• short term adjustment counselling
• assistance with education, health care, housing
• assistance with citizenship applications and citizenship test preparation
• job search and employment counselling as well as assistance to establish social and professional networks to promote community engagement
• interpretation and translation
• cultural competency training available for local agencies to ensure they have the tools and training to work with a variety of cultures

The program offers assistance in accessing a wide range of settlement services including:

• orientation programs, language and skills training to help facilitate employment and programs to welcome newcomers to the community
• needs assessments along with information and referral to community services
• short term adjustment counselling
• assistance with education, health care, housing
• assistance with citizenship applications and citizenship test preparation
• job search and employment counselling as well as assistance to establish social and professional networks to promote community engagement
• interpretation and translation
• cultural competency training available for local agencies to ensure they have the tools and training to work with a variety of cultures

The program offers assistance in accessing a wide range of settlement services including:

• orientation programs, language and skills training to help facilitate employment and programs to welcome newcomers to the community
• needs assessments along with information and referral to community services
• short term adjustment counselling
• assistance with education, health care, housing
• assistance with citizenship applications and citizenship test preparation
• job search and employment counselling as well as assistance to establish social and professional networks to promote community engagement
• interpretation and translation
• cultural competency training available for local agencies to ensure they have the tools and training to work with a variety of cultures

• information for clients, information for health care providers can be found here: www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre

• 325 Milner Ave, Suite 200, Scarborough
• 3085 Glen Erin Drive, Mississauga
• 5343 Dundas St W, Ste 105, Etobicoke

• assistance with refugee claim process, CBSA, IRCC
• connection to community services and supports like Legal Aid, Social Assistance and Housing
• referrals to experienced refugee claimant lawyers
• transitional housing
• help with translation and interpretation
• orientation to Canadian life
• connection to established Canadians who can help individual or family settle
• help finding permanent housing, furnishings, dishes, and other household items
• assistance locating volunteer and employment opportunities
• operates as an emergency shelter for anyone when space permits

• support with finding housing, accessing child care, health care and other community and social services
• help completing government forms and applications
• seasonal income tax clinic
• connection with community and volunteer opportunities
• monthly Service Canada clinics to assist with OAS, GIS, CPP, CPP disability and survival benefits
• weekly virtual English conversation circle
• participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by Achēv -- (see separate entry), day and evening classes available in various locations

• workshops covering job search preparation and strategies, labour market information, workplace culture, resume, cover letter and interview preparation, career information and networking opportunities

• individual or group sessions
• short-term, goal focused counselling including the development of transition and safety strategies and information on rights and options
• crisis and support counselling to assist individuals seeking immediate assistance
• linking women to appropriate services in the community that address legal, housing, financial and long term counselling needs

• support and tools to manage the challenges of stress, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, parenting, family conflict, trauma and other life transitions through individual counselling and educational workshops

• activities to encourage and reinforce family language learning

• orientation and information workshops
• translation and interpretation services
• housing
• referrals regarding government services, including social assistance
• assistance in filing forms for social insurance numbers, driver's licensing, child tax benefit
• referral assistance in accessing health services and related referrals
• assistance in completing Citizenship and Immigration forms, sponsorship applications
• referral to lawyers, legal aid, doctors

• basic language skills in English upon assessment by Achēv -- see separate entry
• offers morning and evening classes
• bus fare for eligible attendees

• employment sector specific information sessions
• referral to Para-professional counseling services to individuals, families and youth
• referral to Youth at risk para-professional counseling

• English language classes referrals
• accessing education, whether grade schools or higher education

• supply chain management

• information sessions requiring registration on a variety of topics introducing newcomers to life in Canada
• Commissioner of Oaths by appointment to take affidavits, certify true copies of original documents
• resource centre access to printed resources, telephone, computers, fax, printer, scanners and Internet
• settlement workers can help individually with filling forms or documents, preparing for citizenship tests or applications

• 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

• services provided by phone, online or in-person; walk-ins welcome
• group sessions offered in-person and online
• LINC classes offered in-person and online

• support with finding housing, accessing child care, health care and other community and social services
• help completing government forms and applications, including citizenship applications
• connection with community and volunteer opportunities
• seasonal income tax clinic
• monthly Service Canada clinics OAS, GIS, CPP, CPP disability and survival benefits
• weekly English conversation circle

• short-term, goal focused counselling including the development of transition and safety strategies and information on rights and options
• crisis and support counselling to assist individuals seeking immediate assistance
• linking women to appropriate services in the community that address legal, housing, financial and long term counselling needs

• Crisis Intervention Services - additional support for clients who encounter problems and crisis adjusting to life in Canada
• support and tools to manage the challenges of stress, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, parenting, family conflict, trauma and other life transitions through individual counselling and educational workshops

• individual, family and group counselling, and mutual support groups
• service coordination and referral to treatment
• contact for information on available languages

• 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

• 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

• participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto, see separate listing

• grants citizenship,
• issues travel documents (such as passports) to Canadians
• promotes multiculturalism
• Dual Citizenship and Refugee Claims information

• Federal service handling applications for the grant of Canadian citizenship
• Apply to visit, study, work or immigrate to Canada, apply for citizenship or a permanent resident card, check the status of your application or find a form.

• Includes applications for federal skilled workers, family sponsorship, start-up visas, refugees, and tips on fraud and using a representative

• Includes visitor visas and extensions for tourists, parents and grandparents and business travellers, transit visas and necessary travel identification documents

• Includes work permit applications and extensions, live-in caregiver applications, getting credentials recognized and hiring temporary foreign workers

• Includes study or student work permit applications and extensions

• Includes how to apply, resume or give up Canadian citizenship, prepare for the citizenship test and get proof of citizenship

• Permanent Resident Cards, immigrant services in your area, and citizenship applications

• Includes family sponsorship, proof of citizenship, passports, adoption, refugee sponsorship and citizenship celebrations

• Includes application status, processing times, online applications and paper forms, fee payments, medical and police checks. Click Here for Details

• Includes where to send your application, visa application centres, visa offices outside and in Canada. Click Here for Details

• Information and advice to the public on citizenship
• conducts hearings and court ceremonies
• application kits for acquiring or proving Canadian citizenship available on website or by telephone

• Investigates offences and enforces the Immigration Act and Regulations
• regulates and facilitates the entry of visitors or immigrants to Canada at port of entry
• various application kits available for mail-in service

• Accepts and processes applications from groups for the sponsoring of refugees
• all other applications must be mailed to the address provided in the application kit

• InMyLanguage.org provides multilingual information for newcomers to Ontario, Canada
• All translations have been completed by certified translators
• InMyLanguage.org is managed by OCASI (Ontario Council of Agencies Serving Immigrants) and funded by Citizenship and Immigration Canada

• Advocacy for refugee claimants in Canada
• Advocacy for refugees overseas
• Assistance with refugee claims in Canada
• Private Sponsorship for refugees overseas
• Oversees Protection for Refugees Ministry
• Inland Protection for Refugees Ministry

• information for clients, information for health care providers can be found here: www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre

• 325 Milner Ave, Suite 200, Scarborough
• 3085 Glen Erin Drive, Mississauga
• 5343 Dundas St W, Ste 105, Etobicoke

• immigration and sponsorship issues
• job training; business and community economic development
• anti-racism program
• health and nutrition information
• accompaniment to services; translation and interpretation
• housing referrals; legal information
• newcomer mental health advice, support and referrals
• culturally appropriate family counselling

• 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
• programs focused on Syrian or Arabic-speaking refugees include settlement assistance, mentorship, help with job search

• newcomer outreach at libraries and other community spacies
• workshops, one-to-one settlement services, community referrals

• 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

• career mentorship
• citizenship education circles
• Settlement Online Connects - English conversation circles and Computer Basics Training for Newcomers to Canada
• Canada Connect -- newcomers paired with Canadian mentor for English conversation, navigating Canadian culture and expanding network
• Newcomers Explore and Appreciate Toronto (NEAT) -- newcomers gain Canadian volunteer experience in event planning, social media marketing and project management; participate in guided walks/outdoor activities including Wintegration - special winter outdoor activities
• Newcomers Speak Up for Success -- 10 week public speaking program for newcomers; held online during COVID
• Interview Squad -- program led by human resource professionals to prepare newcomers for job search, especially interviews
• Artegration -- cultural experiences and/or volunteering for newcomers available through community partners such as Luminato Festival, Soulpepper Theatre, Aga Khan Museum, Arts in the Park, Koeffler Centre for the Arts

• one-on-one brief counselling to newcomers with complex needs, as well as referrals for short-term counselling in the Ukrainian language
• comprehensive newcomer settlement needs assessment
• referrals to appropriate community programs and resources
• group activities that provide coping strategies, support, skill-building and self-help opportunities

• for internationally trained professionals with IT backgrounds to prepare for jobs in cybersecurity - training for a Cybersecurity Fundamentals Certificate
• training, mentoring, networking, and help with resumes and interview preparation

• for newcomers and internationally trained professionals
• personalized job search plan, labour market information, resume preparation, networking, interview preparation

• matches volunteer mentors with newcomers to encourage cycling
• fun and safe Bike to School

• programming for persons 55 years or older from low income, newcomer or racialized communities
• recreational activities and wellness workshops, settlement, information and referral, English classes
• Global Roots Garden - intergenerational program, see separate listing

• information and help filling out forms and documents including applications for citizenship or permanent resident card, child tax benefit
• translation and interpretation
• seasonal income tax clinic
• Job search preparation and training -- developing strong job search strategies and workplace communication skills, with an online or in-class option
• Employment counselling -- resume help, job readiness clinic, employment counselling, skills and career development and help in establishing social and professional networks

• health information workshops
• information and form filling for seniors' benefits
• exercise and fitness programs, field trips

• leadership training, skill building workshops
• sports programs, field trips
• youth led workshops or events
• volunteer opportunities

• needs assessment and information and referral to community and social services
• support with finding housing, child care, registering children in school and health care
• help filling out government forms including housing and immigration sponsorship forms

• professionally trained interpreters with expertise in health, community and social services
• translation and revision
• immediate over the phone interpretation

• counselling and referral
• seniors helping seniors

• monthly discussion group on issues such as employment, school problems
• community collaboration with police and others
• information about school choices, postsecondary education, employment
• mentorship program

• advice on eviction, immigration, social assistance appeals
• free breakfast and lunch Monday to Sunday and holidays, dine-in or take-away
• health information and referral
• clothing, condoms, needle exchange
• Wednesday movie and dinner
• Monday women's group, Tuesday men's group, each 4 pm-6:30 pm
• access to computer, telephone
• workshops
• income tax clinic