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.
This program aims to:
Provide settlement, employment and information services tailored to the needs of newcomer women
Build a support network to assist with integration into the Canadian community
Improve access to community resources, professional networks and the hidden job market (jobs that are not advertised or posted online)
Opportunities for participants:
Build your social network in Canada and get to know your community
Engage in one-on-one mentorship
Connect with peers in a women’s support group
Participate in interactive and informative workshops
Get referrals to other services
Develop your system navigation skills
Gain leadership skills by joining our Advisory Committee
Registration
Please contact us to register.
Client Testimonials
Newcomer Community Integration Program
Client
"The program was successful in my opinion, an overwhelming success, and many of my acquaintances would like to join it after what they heard from me... There were theoretical and practical benefits, and it helped us very much in implementing our projects. … I would like to thank WoodGreen for choosing a facilitator who is the perfect person for this program. She has provided us with … not only information, but also a practical application for research, registration, and more. "
How you can support
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Contact us using the information below to register or for more information about the program.
Contact Information
Liane Arandia
(416) 231-2295 ext. 6253
LArandia@woodgreen.org
Location
41 Chauncey Ave. Toronto, ON
M8Z 2Z2
Hours
Monday to Friday
9:00AM to 5:00PM
Program Partner
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