Newcomer Settlement Program

Helping Newcomers Settle Successfully

Moving to a new country is a culture shock. There is an adjustment in getting used to new foods, language, customs, people, and new surroundings. New Circles is here to help. We provide assistance in connecting you with housing, childcare, accessing social assistance such as Ontario Works, and navigating the immigration process.

The Settlement Support Program offers support to immigrants to Canada with personalized information, referrals, workshops, and other supports, in order to meet needs and assist with challenges beyond basic clothing.

Our Intake Assistant will meet with you to determine your needs and make appropriate referrals to other community agencies or New Circles programs (including employment training and volunteer opportunities).

This personalized, holistic approach will help you determine your challenges and goals, create an action plan, and provide follow-up support.

Online Settlement Drop-In Group

Meet with other new Canadians every Thursday at 1:00 pm for our drop-in settlement support group. Geared to help you make new connections in an open forum to discuss and explore topics of mutual interest. To learn more or to register, contact settlement@newcircles.ca or call 416-422-2591 ext 210.

Who Can Participate in the Settlement Support Program?

All eligible participants must be an immigrant to Canada (convention refugee, refugee claimant, permanent resident, naturalized Canadian, international student, temporary foreign worker, or approved Ontario Provincial Nominee) and currently residing within Toronto.

For more information, please contact us at settlement@newcircles.ca or 416-422-2591 ext 210.

The Newcomer Settlement Program is generously supported by: