Community Programs

The Community Connections Program provides employment support to newcomers and Internationally Trained Professionals with volunteers rooted in Canadian society.   Volunteers help newcomers adapt, settle and integrate into the Canadian culture and workplace.

Newcomers and Internationally Trained Professionals are supported through the following programs and activities:

Career Mentorship

• Connecting skilled newcomers with established Canadian mentors who can provide support on resumes, interviewing, job search strategies and building networks

Find out why people volunteer in our sector and why it is important to them.  In this video, our Community Connections mentor Darrell and newcomer mentee Rahul explore arts and culture in the city of Toronto. https://vimeo.com/193933515

English Conversation Circles

• If you are a newcomer to Canada and want to enhance your English communication skills with the guidance of native English speakers, this is an excellent way to practice every day and workplace English in a relaxing and friendly environmentway to workplace English in a relaxing and friendly environment!

Professional Networking and Seminars

•   Gain knowledge in business communications and Canadian culture
•   Opportunity to meet with Community Connections volunteers  and guest speakers from diverse professional backgrounds

Volunteer Opportunities and Group Activities

•   Engage in group volunteer opportunities within the city throughout the year
•   Participate in group activities to explore our city and learn  about what’s happening in your community

Location: 815 Danforth Ave., 3rd floor

Target Group:  Permanent Resident, Government Assisted Refugees, Live-in Caregivers