Location: 1491 Danforth Avenue, Toronto, ON, M4J 1N5
Program description
WoodGreen’s counselling service for newcomers offers short, one-time sessions to help individuals work through personal and emotional challenges. Support may focus on concerns such as stress, anxiety, low mood, anger, or difficulties related to work, school, and relationships.
During each session, clients are supported to identify what matters most to them and explore practical strategies that can help create positive change. Counselling is provided by registered professionals, including social workers and psychotherapists, with support from trained staff, students, and volunteers working under professional supervision.
Program Resources
Download our flyer to learn more about WoodGreen’s Counselling for Newcomers to Canada.
With English Language training, newcomers can expand employment opportunities and access government services and community resources. We provide child care during class and support with transportation expenses for our in-person sessions.
We work with immigrants and refugees to access affordable housing resources, employment opportunities and government services, including health care. We can also address questions regarding citizenship, permanent residency and work permits.
The Newcomer Community Integration Program (NCIP) works to address barriers experienced by newcomer immigrants and refugees who identify as women. We help to improve access to supports and opportunities that foster social and economic integration.
219 Dufferin St. , Suite #1C, Building 201, 1491 Danforth Ave. & 2930 Lake Shore Blvd. W
Designed for youth who are new to Canada, this program offers recreational, skill-building and mental health services, working with young newcomers as they make friends and settle into their new home.
Construction Project Management for Internationally Trained Individuals
This training program will enable internationally trained professionals to be acquainted with the Ontario Construction Industry and prepare for project management, project coordination, and related roles in the construction sector.
The Youth Wellness Centre is a welcoming and inclusive space offering a range of services, including financial counselling, settlement programs, mental health support and access to community-based services to find supportive housing and employment opportunities.
ILEO Construction Union Employment Pathway Program
This program provides pre-employment training, union apprenticeships, paid work placements, and mentorship to help residents of the Scarborough Golden Mile neighbourhood launch successful careers in the skilled trades.
WoodGreen offers free Pre-Apprentice and Trades Programs, catering to newcomers and those facing employment barriers to provide a pathway to high-demand trades. Participants undergo assessments for grade 12 Math and English and engage in Academic Upgrading to develop essential communication and numeracy skills for entry into skilled trades.
In partnership with George Brown College, this 15-week skills training program provides newcomers and jobseekers with an opportunity to start their skilled trades career in plumbing. Participants will have access to additional supports to assist them with their training throughout the program.
Personalized Career Accelerator (for Newcomers to Canada)
The Personalized Career Accelerator program (formerly known as Mentoring Pathways to Employment) helps skilled newcomers to succeed in a Canadian job search and connects them with a mentor with shared experiences who can support their journey.
Delivered in partnership with George Brown College, this free training program is designed to prepare women and gender-diverse individuals for entry-level work in the manufacturing sector. The program includes Academic Upgrading, CNC/Precision Machining training, and the opportunity for a paid job placement.
