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The YMCA Newcomer Information Center is the first stop for immigrants and refugees in getting trusted & reliable information in Greater Toronto Area and Ontario.
Meet our Information & Referral Specialist, discuss your settlement needs, and get reliable information on topics such as employment, education and training, language classes, health, and much more.
We host a variety of informative webinars & workshops to help newcomers learn more about life in Canada such as employment related tips, education in Ontario, Canadian Culture, and much more
Welcome to the YMCA Newcomer Information Centre (NIC). Our free services give immigrants all the help and support they need to begin their new lives in Canada. We are now providing online and in-person service.
Receive a customized settlement plan to help you achieve your settlement goals
There are three options for you to register with us to receive our services. Whichever options you choose, you will receive a Personalized Settlement Plan to help you adjust to your new community.
Who can benefit from your program?
Our program is for newcomers who have landed in Canada and are looking for settlement-related information. By being our member, you can access our online portal, where you can register for webinars, access an online copy of your settlement plan, watch webinar recording, and get monthly e-mail updates of events happening in the community.
Is your service free?
Yes. Our program is funded by the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
How do I register for your webinar?
Our webinar is accessible only for our registered member. Once you registered with us, you can log in to NIC online portal with your username and password. Go to the “Webinars” tab, and you will see the list of our webinars scheduled during the month. Click the “Register” button for the webinar you want to attend.
I have registered with NIC, but I don’t have my username. What should I do?
If you have registered with us in-person or through virtual meeting, you should receive a welcome e-mail from us within one to two business days. The welcome e-mail contains your username and a link to create your password . If you missed this e-mail and the link is not working anymore, please send an e-mail to
[email protected]
Do I need to book appointment to visit one of your centre?
It would be best to book your appointment before coming to our centre. We also take drop-ins, but we give priority to someone with an appointment, and first-come, first-serve basis.
What is a Personalized Settlement Plan?
When you meet and discuss your needs with our Information & Referral Specialist (IRS), they will assess your needs by asking some questions of your current situation and future goals. Based on your answer, our IRS will find available programs and services for your needs, compile them in a document, and e-mail it to you. This is your Personalized Settlement Plan. You can print or save your settlement plan in your computer, review it, and take further action by contacting the programs or services.
What is a UCI Number?
UCI stands for “Unique Client Identifier” or also known as a client identification number (Client ID) on your official documents you receive from IRCC. Click here to learn where you can find your UCI number.
I am living in a province outside Ontario. Can I use your service?
If you are planning to move to Ontario from other provinces in Canada, you are welcome to use our virtual meeting or self-register option.
If you, or your family members, or your friends are immigrating to Canada, now you can start your settlement journey with us even before you pack your luggage.
Visit us at nextstopcanada.ca, and discover with us what you need to know about Canada before your departure.
The YMCA Newcomer Information Centre (NIC) is a welcoming place for immigrants starting their new lives in Canada and has been serving the community since 2001 as the first stop for many newcomers coming to Ontario.
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