How Settlement Services Help New Immigrants in Navigating the Canadian System Are you moving to Canada or just recently arrived in Toronto, Ontario? Adjusting to a new country can be exciting and full of opportunities but also challenging. With its breathtaking natural beauty and diverse culture, Canada is a great choice for those looking for…
We had a great time participating in the 8th annual Toronto Newcomer Day fair! It’s the first in-person event we participated in since the pandemic turned everything virtual. The Toronto Newcomer Day’s goal is to welcome newcomers to Toronto, help them understand the wide range of services available in the city, and celebrate the diversity…
As I immigrated to Canada in the fall of 2016, I was very excited to start a brand new life – in a new country, far, far away from home. Since I was born and raised in a tropical country, moving to Canada was like a dream come true! A four-season country where I can…
Immigrating to a new country could also mean a career change. As a newcomer, you have already possessed several skills and attributes required to succeed in the new country. That’s why the YMCA Newcomer Information Centre partners with YMCA Career Planning and Development Services to offer FREE* limited one-on-one career counselling for newcomers in Canada.This…
The YMCA of Greater Toronto is happy to introduce the “Fast Track Tech Jobs”. This is a new bridging program for internationally trained professionals offered by the YMCA of GTA in partnership with Seneca College and Employment Ontario. HIGHLIGHTS • Cloud Computing and Big Data Industry Trends• The uniqueness of YMCA’s Bridge Program• Program Eligibility…
As the province of Ontario announced to gradually ease COVID-19 restrictions on January 31, we are also safely and cautiously reopening our YMCA Newcomer Information Centre for in-person services effective February 14, 2022. We continue to take safety measures and following the provincial and municipal safety protocols in all our centres to protect everyone from…
Mark your calendar and attend the YMCA Multi-Employer Virtual Job Fair on Wednesday, November 3, 2021, from 11 am to 4 pm. This free event is open to all job seekers with job opportunities ranging from Call Centre Representatives, Personal Support Worker, IT Analyst, General Labour and more. Most positions will be located in Scarborough,…
We are excited to announce the YMCA of Greater Toronto is hosting a virtual hiring event on Thursday, October 14 from 11 am to 3 pm. We named our series of virtual events YMCA Illuminate because we hope it will shine a light on new opportunities for you and highlight your work experience to potential employers. We are confident…
Save on Energy, Energy Affordability Program (EAP) is a government incentive program that provides real support to struggling individuals and families by helping them lower their monthly electricity costs and increase their home comfort while bringing a positive impact on our environment. Ontarians responsible for paying their monthly electricity bill as a homeowner or tenant…
Understanding the challenges faced by newcomers when it comes to foreign education and work experience, the YMCA of GTA Newcomer Information Centre prepared a new series of webinars for Internationally Educated Professionals, starting in July 2021.
