Programs for Refugees

Programs for Refugees

DIVERSEcity offers programs and services to help refugees (individuals, youth and families) settle in their new homes and community. Through one-on-one support or group workshops and activities, you can explore:

• Connecting with local communities
• Cultural orientation and adjustment counselling
• Assistance in accessing and navigating the Canadian health care and other systems
• Support in finding housing, employment, enrolling in English classes, school enrolment and more
• Referrals to other community services such as mental health services, housing providers, employment services and others
• Learn about parenting, meet other parents who share and understand the experience in a new country, and get the support you and your children need to succeed in the community and school
• Access emergency funding support

Learn more about the programs for refugee families:

• RISE Program
• RISE Youth Program
• Healthy Self, Healthy Families Program
• First Steps Early Years Refugee Program
• Refugee Support Fund