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Here you will find news items, events, RFPs and Job listings for professionals in the settlement sector of Ontario. Can’t find something? Visit our links page.
There’s also a wiki where you can browse resource information and even create content of your own!
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#CdnImm Toronto event #4: Settlement & Housing services
Topic: Improving newcomer access to housing services through cross-sector collaboration. According to the research by Learning Enrichment Foundation and Fred Victor, “Among newcomers, homelessness occurs most often on the relative side of the spectrum and is almost entirely...
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Top 25 Canadian Immigrants 2012 winners announced
Top 25 Canadian Immigrants is a peoples’ choice award that recognizes people who have come to Canada and have made a positive difference in Canada. Whether it’s a community advocate or volunteer, a successful entrepreneur or a cultural icon,...
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Identity, Migration and Policies: Journeys of LGBTQ+ Newcomers
The Ontario Council of Agencies Serving Immigrants (OCASI) and Access Alliance Multicultural Health and Community Services invites you to a panel discussion: Identity, Migration and Policies: Journeys of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Queer (LGBTQ+) Newcomers.
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Refugee Mental Health Project: Free online tutorials for Settlement Counselors and Health Care Professionals
The Refugee Mental Health Project offers online tutorials for settlement counselors provides information on how to recognize and address mental health issues, understand the vulnerabilities of refugee subgroups and navigate mental health services.
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New Partnership: Law in Action Within Schools
LAWS (Law in Action Within Schools) is a partnership between the University of Toronto Faculty of Law and the Toronto District School Board that was launched in 2005. LAWS’ goals are to help young people learn about the law...
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Report: Making It in Canada Immigration Outcomes and Policies (PDF)
According to this report, Canada needs a balanced approach to immigration that addresses both short- and long-term labour market and other goals, and focuses on highly skilled immigration.
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Pathways to Prosperity Partnership Supports Settlement and Integration of Immigrants across Canada
Awarded $2.5 million over seven years by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC), the Pathways to Prosperity Partnership will bring together researchers, government departments, and community partners from coast to coast to improve policies and...
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CIC transfers Metropolis to Carleton University: Carleton Becomes Hub of Immigration Research with Addition of Metropolis
Citizenship and Immigration Canada and Carleton University have signed an agreement to transfer the Metropolis Secretariat to Carleton where it will continue its work in the field of international migration and population diversity.
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Funding Opportunity through a Request for Information
The Children's Aid Foundation submits this request for information to learn about organizations that are serving new Canadians and the types of services they provide. With the information, a decision will be made about who to invite to apply...
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Ontario Immigration – Bridge Training Programs site
The Ontario Government's "Bridge Training Programs" site provides information for qualified internationally trained individuals to find out how to move quickly into the labour market in Ontario. Bridge training programs assess existing skills and competencies, compared to Ontario employer...