Latest news happening in the settlement sector of Ontario.
Here we post new publications (studies, reports), government notices and more.
Clients can now connect with Findhelp using the texting features on their cell phones. Texts are answered in English and French, Monday to Friday from 4pm-9pm EST by the same friendly, highly-trained information and referral specialists who provide the 211 phone service.
In A Snapshot of Family Caregiving and Work in Canada, the report explores some of the family realities and trends that shape the “landscape of care” across the country. This resource highlights how our family, care and work responsibilities intersect, interact and have an impact on each other.
The February 2017 issue of the Pathways to Prosperity eBulletin is now available in English and French.
The government has responded to the sixth report of the Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration, entitled Distress Call: How Canada's Immigration Program can Respond to Reach the Displaced and Most Vulnerable is now available from the Parliament of Canada website.
Ontario is establishing a Patient and Family Advisory Council to advise government on health priorities that have an impact on patient care and patient experiences in Ontario.
The new Human Services website organizes information by topic, eliminating the need for users to navigate for information in various areas of the City's website.
This new study compares the characteristics and labour market outcomes of immigrant women who arrived in Canada as the spouse of an economic immigrant principal applicant or as a family-class immigrant.
Ontario’s tax credits and benefits for individuals, families, students, seniors and businesses can be found on the Ontario Ministry of Finance website.
The Ontario ministry of Health and Long-term Care has announced the opening of a new Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) clinic and the expansion of inherited metabolic disorders and red blood cell disorders clinics.
Canadians with low incomes are missing out on important income boosting opportunities because they do not tax file.
To find out why, Prosper Canada surveyed over 300 practitioners and experts who work with people living on low incomes This infographic sums up the highlights of the results.