Eligibility: Youth ages 13-24 born outside of Canada, Refugee claimants, Conventional refugee, Permanent residents, Ukrainian CUAET visa holders, temporary foreign workers, international students, and naturalized citizens
Delivery: In-person, Online and By Phone
Fee: Free
Program dates: This program runs year-round on a cohort basis
Partners: Government of Ontario and Government of Canada
Location: 2206 Eglinton Ave E - 7th floor, Scarborough
Program Description
Designed for youth who are new to Canada, this program offersone-on-onecounselling and group activities that build connections, including leadership training, homework and arts clubs, organized sports and trips.We also provide English language training.
Eligibility:
Youth (age 13 – 24) born outside of Canada
Refugee claimants
Conventional refugee
Permanent residents
Ukrainian CUAET visa holders
Temporary foreign workers
International students
Naturalized citizens
Delivery:
In-person, online, and by phone
Program Testimonials
Nichole
Client
“Without WoodGreen, I wouldn't know where I would be. Without all of the people who were and are there to help me learn about life and help me build it as I'm growing, I don't think I would be the same person as I am right now or be in my position in life.”
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2206 Eglinton Ave E - 7th floor Scarborough, ON
M1L 2N3
Hours
Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM– 5:00 PM
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