Settlement and Employment
| Institution | Overview | URL | Upcoming Events |
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| ACCES Employment | A nonprofit in the GTA helping job seekers with career workshops, mentoring, networking, and connections to employers. | https://accesemployment.ca/ | |
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A Place to Call Home |
A Government of Canada initiative that offers resources and support to improve access to safe and affordable housing. |
https://www.placetocallhome.ca/ | |
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Assaulted Women’s Helpline (AWHL) |
A free, confidential 24/7 crisis line in Ontario offering support, information, and referrals to women experiencing abuse. |
https://www.awhl.org/contact-us/ | |
| COSTI |
One of the largest immigrant-serving agencies in Toronto, offering settlement, language, employment, and housing support programs. It helps newcomers and refugees integrate successfully into Canadian society. |
https://www.costi.org/ | |
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Catholic Community Services of York Region |
A nonprofit organization that provides settlement, counseling, family, and youth services to immigrants and community members in York Region. |
https://ccsyr.org/ | |
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Dress for Success Toronto |
Dress for Success Toronto is a registered charity with the Canada Revenue Agency and part of an international network operating in 15 countries. Since 2009, the organization has supported more than 20,000 women across the GTHA by providing professional attire, career development support, and community connections to help them build economic independence and succeed in the workplace. |
https://dressforsuccesstoronto.org/ | |
| JIAS Toronto |
A nonprofit supporting newcomers, refugees, and immigrants with settlement services, language programs, employment support, and community connections. |
https://jiastoronto.org/ | |
| JVS Toronto |
A nonprofit in the GTA offering employment, education, settlement, youth, and disability support services. |
https://www.jvstoronto.org/ | |
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Newcomer Centre of Peel |
A nonprofit in Peel Region providing settlement, language, employment, youth, and family support services for newcomers. |
https://ncpeel.ca/ | |
| NPower Canada |
A national non-profit organization that provides free technology and professional skills training to youth and job seekers to support their entry into the workforce. |
https://npowercanada.ca/ | |
| Skills for Change |
A nonprofit in the GTA providing employment, settlement, language training, and mentorship programs to support newcomers and immigrants. |
https://skillsforchange.org/ | |
| Toronto Pflag |
A volunteer nonprofit offering support, education, and advocacy for LGBTQ2S+ individuals and their families, promoting acceptance and inclusion. |
https://www.torontopflag.org/ | |
| Up With Women |
A national charity offering one-on-one coaching and career development to help women and gender-diverse individuals facing poverty or homelessness build sustainable futures. |
https://upwithwomen.org/ | |
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Welcome Centre Immigrant Services |
A publicly funded, non-profit network of immigrant support centres that provides settlement, employment, language, and community programs to newcomers in the regions of York and Durham. It offers free and inclusive services that help immigrants integrate into Canadian society. |
https://welcomecentre.ca/ |
Self-Employment Pathways for Newcomers (SEPN) Program Online Session Details April 28, 29, and 30, 2026
Eligibility for SEPN Permanent residents or applicants for permanent residence who have received a letter from IRCC confirming approval of their application for landing Convention refugees Live‑in caregivers Minimum CLB Level 5
To register 289‑846‑3645
Upcoming Entrepreneurship Q&A Entrepreneurship Q&A is a relaxed drop-in session for clients and community members who have business questions, request feedback, or would like to connect with a coach. Event Details To Register
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West Neighbourhood House |
A non-profit community organization in Toronto that provides settlement, employment, housing, seniors, and youth programs. It supports newcomers and local residents with services that promote inclusion and community well-being. |
https://www.westnh.org/ | |
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Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA) Canada |
A national organization that advances gender equality for women and gender-diverse people by providing housing, employment, advocacy, and community support. |
https://ywcacanada.ca/ |
Public
| Institution | Overview | URL | Upcoming Events |
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| 211 Ontario | A centralized online source of human services information being developed to help bring people and services together and support the work of community, social, health and government agencies and professionals. | https://211ontario.ca/search/ | |
| Canada Benefits | The official portal that helps individuals and families find and apply for federal, provincial, and territorial benefit programs. | https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits.html | |
| Canada Revenue Agency |
The official website of the federal government agency responsible for administering tax laws and collecting taxes in Canada. |
https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency.html | |
| City of Toronto | Information on City of Toronto services including community and special events, museums, city maps, health and environment, codes, standards and bylaws, economic development, transit, City Council and Councillors. | https://www.toronto.ca/ | |
| Government of Canada | The official online portal for federal services and information. It provides access to resources on immigration, employment, taxes, benefits, health, and more. | https://www.canada.ca/en.html | |
| Government of Türkiye | The official online portal offering access to public services and e-government applications, including tax, health, social security, and education. | https://www.turkiye.gov.tr/ | |
| Republic of Türkiye’s Consulate General in Toronto | It provides consular services such as passports, visas, civil registrations, and assistance to Turkish citizens in the Greater Toronto Area. | http://toronto.bk.mfa.gov.tr/Mission | |
| Republic of Türkiye’s Embassy in Ottawa | Turkey’s official diplomatic mission to Canada, providing consular services such as passports, visas, civil registrations, and assistance to Turkish citizens. | http://ottawa.emb.mfa.gov.tr/Mission | |
| Service Ontario | Ontario’s official service hub for driver’s licences, health cards, vehicle registrations, vital certificates, and more. | https://www.ontario.ca/page/serviceontario | |
| Toronto District School Board Community Services |
Ontario’s official community services hub offering free and low-cost programs, including English language classes, settlement support, employment services, career training, and skills upgrading. |
https://www.tdsb.on.ca/communityservices/ |
Health
| Institution | Overview | URL | Upcoming Events |
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| College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario | The official online portal for federal services and information. It provides access to resources on immigration, employment, taxes, benefits, health, and more. | https://www.cpso.on.ca/ | |
| Health Ontario |
It is the provincial agency that oversees and coordinates health care services across Ontario, working to improve access, quality, and efficiency in the health system. |
https://www.ontariohealth.ca/ | |
| Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care | The official online portal offering access to public services and e-government applications, including tax, health, social security, and education. | https://www.ontario.ca/page/ministry-health | |
| SickKids Hospital | A world-leading children’s hospital in Toronto, providing specialized care, conducting research, and training health professionals in paediatrics. | https://www.sickkids.ca/ |
Seniors
| Institution | Overview | URL | Upcoming Events |
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Advocacy Centre for the Elderly |
A community legal clinic offering free legal services and advocacy for low-income seniors on issues like health care, housing, pensions, and elder abuse. |
https://www.acelaw.ca/ | |
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Canadian Association of Retired Persons |
A national advocacy group for older Canadians, addressing health care, financial security, housing, and ageism to improve seniors’ quality of life. |
https://www.carp.ca/ |
Turkish Business and Community Organizations
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Anatolian Folk Dancers & Ezgi Music Group |
A Toronto-based group presenting Turkish folk dance and music since 1982, preserving traditional performance arts with modern staging, regional costumes, and innovative presentation techniques |
https://www.anatolianfolkdancers.com/ |
44th Anniversary Date: June 13, 2026 7:00 PM Location: 100 Princess Ave, North York, ON M2N 3R7 |
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Ankara Library of Toronto |
A non-profit cultural and educational centre serving the Turkish community in Toronto |
https://ankarakitapligi.org/en/ |
To Leave or to Stay Date: June 7, 2026 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM Location: People’s Theatre for the Performing Arts |
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Canadian Türkiye Business Council (CTBC)
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A not-for-profit organization that fosters trade, investment, and sustainable partnerships between Canada and Türkiye |
https://ctbc.ca/ | |
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Canadian Türkiye Business Council Women’s Network |
An organization dedicated to fostering a vibrant community of women leaders, innovators, and professionals who are shaping the future of trade and investment between Canada and Turkey. |
https://ctbc.ca/ctbc-won/ | |
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Toronto Turkish Film Festival |
A cultural film festival that celebrates Turkish cinema and storytelling in Toronto. The festival brings a diverse selection of films from Turkey to audiences and connects filmmakers with viewers. |
https://torontoturkishff.ca/ |
Toronto Turkish Film Festival 2026 Date: July 1-5, 2026 Location: Toronto |
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Turkish Canadian Lawyers Association |
A non-profit association, uniting Turkish-speaking legal professionals across Canada and supporting the community through mentorship and legal expertise. |
https://turkishcanadianlawyers.com | |
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Turkish Culture and Folklore Society of Canada (TKFD) |
A non-profit organization that supports the social and cultural needs of Turkish Canadians and promotes cross-cultural awareness through open dialogue in Ontario |
https://www.tkfd.ca/ | |
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Turkish Entrepreneurs and Professionals Association of Canada (TEPAC) |
An organization focused on networking and community engagement for Turkish professionals |
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tepacofficial/?originalSubdomain=ca | |
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Turkish Society of Canada |
A non-profit organization that brings together the Turkish community in Canada and enhances its cultural visibility |
https://turkishcanada.org/ | |
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Turkville |
A community platform that you can make reservations at Turkish businesses, follow blogs and news, and easily connect with the community through a directory that includes over 700 companies. |
https://www.turkville.ca/ |
Turkville Connect Date: May 29, 2026 6:30 PM— 9:30 PM Location: Waterworks Food Hall |