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Organization:
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CultureLink Settlement and Community Services - Toronto - Crossways Mall
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Phone Numbers:
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416-588-6288
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Fax:
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416-588-2435
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Address:
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The Crossways Mall, 2340 Dundas St W Suite 301
Toronto, ON
M6P 4A9
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Location:
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Cross street: Dundas St W and Bloor St W
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Accessibility Notes:
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Fully accessible - Designated parking at entrance - underground parking ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall
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Hours:
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Office: Mon-Fri 10 am-6 pm
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Service Description:
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Settlement services including orientation, information and referral, counselling and support
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
- programs focused on Syrian or Arabic-speaking refugees include settlement assistance, mentorship, help with job search
Library Settlement Partnership (LSP) and Settlement Workers in Community Spaces (SWCS)- newcomer outreach at libraries and other community spacies
- workshops, one-to-one settlement services, community referrals
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
Mentorship Programs - career mentorship
- citizenship education circles
- English conversation circles
- 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
- Newcomers Speak Up for Success - 10 week public speaking program for newcomers
- 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
Newcomer Mental Health Program- 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
Cybersecurity Training - IT Security Bridge Training- 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
Labour Market Assistance Program - for newcomers and internationally trained professionals
- personalized job search plan, labour market information, resume preparation, networking, interview preparation
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Fees:
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Most services are free; contact organization for information
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Application:
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Call for appointment or drop in
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Varies according to program; contact organization for information
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Languages:
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English ; French ; American Sign Language ; Arabic ; Bengali ; Cantonese ; Czech ; Farsi ; Filipino ; Hindi ; Hungarian ; Italian ; Mandarin ; Pashto ; Polish ; Portuguese ; Punjabi ; Russian ; Sinhalese ; Slovak ; Somali ; Spanish ; Tamil ; Tibetan ; Urdu
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Area Served:
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Bolton Caledon, Bramalea, Brampton, Burlington, Dufferin, Durham North East, Durham West, East Mississauga, East York, Etobicoke, Halton Hills, Milton, North Etobicoke, Malton, West Woodbridge, North West Mississauga, North York, Oakville, Scarborough, Scarborough North, Scarborough South, South Etobicoke, South West Mississauga, Toronto, York - Toronto, York Region
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Last Updated:
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9/9/2024
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=133272
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