Arab Community Centre of Toronto
Arab Community Centre of Toronto, Etobicoke Head Office
- Description
- Range of services and programs provided through communication channels such as phone, email, Zoom, Google Meet, WhatsApp and other channels, either in group sessions or individually; physical location is accessible by appointment
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Settlement Services- information and referral services, housing and legal assistance
- translation and interpretation services
- counselling for students, individuals and families
- youth counselling and parenting sessions
- orientation programs
- Community Connections Mentorship Program for community support
- volunteer befriending for help adapting to the community and learning life skills
- group sessions such as wellnesss, English conversation classes, digital literacy
- referral services for credential assessment through World Education Services (WES)
- support with attending inquiries
- assistance finding employment opportunities
- guidance with accessing social, welfare and legal services
- housing referral and assistance connecting with potential landlords
- provision of social and cultural activities
- Ontario Community Program Participation for placement of Ontario Works recipients as volunteers
- provides one-on-one and group sessions, both online and in-person
- offers self assessment tools,
- provides guidance in resume and cover letter writing
- assists in researching the job market and gives networking support
- youth engagement programs and services
- recreational activities and sports programs
- leadership development and mentoring opportunities
- social and cultural events for youth
- career guidance and job readiness workshops
- mental health and wellness support services tailored to youth
- project designed for empowering Black youth
- aims to enhance resilience against risk factors of violence
- full time paid employment preparation program for youth 15-30 years who are out of school, out of work, and in need of employment support
- 5 week pre-employment activities including resume preparation, employment readiness skills, career planning, counselling and referral services
- 8 to 16 week supported placement with an employer in the community, with ongoing support even after completing the program
- placements are in various fields such as sales, administration, construction, or trades
- introduction to OESP; eligibility information
- assistance with applications; assistance in renewing previous applications
- culturally sensitive prevention, education and treatment initiatives
- outreach and public education for community groups
- individual or group counselling for individuals struggling with gambling addiction or those affected by it
- counselling and referral for victims of family violence
- Eligibility
- No restrictions
- Application Process
- Drop in or call for appointment
- Office
- 416-231-7746 ext 221
- Website
- Visit Website
- info@acctonline.ca
- Mailing Address
- 295 The West Mall
Suite 200
Toronto, ON, M9C 4Z4
Canada - Languages
- Amharic, Arabic, Armenian, Assyrian, Dari, Dutch, English, Farsi, French, Hindi, Kurdish, Pashto, Punjabi, Somali, Swahili, Tigrinya, Turkish, Ukrainian, Urdu
- Executive Director
- Dima Amad
- Fees
- Free -- fees for non-settlement services translations
- Documents Required
- Contact organization for information
- Accessibility
- Fully accessible - Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms Designated parking
- Topic(s)
- Social Media
- Agency Information
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- Copyright
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- Last Updated On
- August 18, 2023
- Address
- 295 The West Mall, Suite 200
Toronto, ON, M9C 4Z4
Cross street: The West Mall and Bloor St W
Open in Google Maps - Hours of Operation
- Program hours vary; call for information
- Service Area(s)
- Greater Toronto Area
- Peel Region
