Coming to a new country is not easy and we are here to help.
What programs and services are offered at libraries? Read about what is available at the library in your own language.
There are many agencies ready to help you settle in your new community.
York Region Immigration Portal |
Learn about living, working, and learning in York Region at York Region Immigration Portal. |
Welcome Centre Immigrant Services |
Complimentary Settlement Services for Newcomers in Canada Settlement Services include:
For more information, email or call 1-877-761-1155. |
LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) |
LINC is a free language training program for eligible adult learners. |
Canadian Newcomer |
Canadian Newcomer has information for new Canadians-- job hunting tips, health care, dealing with snow for the first time, and more! Visit Canadian Newcomer and sign up for their newsletter. |
New to Canada? |
Are you a new immigrant to Canada? Find the resources to settle and integrate quickly and easily e.g. employment services, English as a Second Language, health care, housing, abuse hotlines, and government services. |
Ahlan Canada |
Ahlan CAP is a program created by the Institute for Canadian Citizenship that connects newcomers and their families with cultural attractions, experiences, and Canadians in their communities for free. |
Learning a Language |
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Community and Home Assistance to Seniors |
Community Home Assistance to Seniors (CHATS) offers a full range of home care and community programs including interpretation services to support non-English speaking clients and their families. |
Catholic Community Services of York Region |
Settlement services are provided for immigrant families and individuals in over 30 languages. Catholic and Community Services of York Region helps newcomers settle and integrate into communities in York Region. Phone: 905-770-7040 or toll free 1-800-263-2075 |
211Ontario.ca |
Find out about social services in the community such as training, housing, and income support.
With over 60,000 social programs and services in Ontario, #Dial211 to be connected to supports that can help you. Please note: York Info Community Information and Volunteer Centre database has been transferred to 211Ontario.ca.
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Service Canada |
The closest Service Canada location is in Newmarket. Visit the Service Canada website to search for other locations. |
Service Ontario |
Access ServiceOntario online for information about driver's licences, plate stickers, health cards, birth certificates and other services provided by the Ontario government. |
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