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Arab Community Centre of Toronto
Arab Community Centre of Toronto, Etobicoke Head Office
- Description
- COVID19 -- all services and programs provided through phone, email, zoom, google meet, what's app and other channels whether in group sessions or individually; location is open by appointment
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Settlement Services- information and referral, housing and legal assistance
- translation and interpretation
- escort to appointments
- counselling for students, individuals and families, liaising with Children's Aid Society
- youth counselling and parenting sessions
- orientation
- Community Connections Mentorship Program -- community support through volunteer befriending, help adapting to community life skills, conversation circles to practice English
- credential evaluations - referral to World Education Services (WES)
- referral and assistance with shelter, attendance at inquiry, employment, social, welfare and legal services
- social and cultural activities
- Ontario Community Participation -- volunteer placement program for Ontario Works recipients
- delivered one on one and in a group setting, both online and in-person
- self assessment, writing resumes and cover letters, job search techniques, researching the job market and networking
- settlement program encouraging civic participation and integration through a focus on recreation, sport, and mentorship
- full time paid employment preparation program for youth 15-30 years who are out of school, out of work, and require support in obtaining and maintaining employment
- 5 week pre-employment activities including resume preparation, employment readiness skills, career planning, counselling and referral
- 8 to 16 week supported placement with an employer in the community, with ongoing support after completing the program
- placements are in careers such as sales, administration, construction, or trades
Access Centre for Ontario Electricity Support Program- assistance with applications
- culturally appropriate prevention, education and treatment with outreach and public education to community groups
- individual or group counselling for gamblers or those affected by gambling
- counselling and referral for victims of family violence
- Eligibility
- No restrictions
- Application Process
- Drop in or call for appointment
- Office
- 416-231-7746
- Fax
- 416-231-4770
- Website
- Visit Website
- info@acctonline.ca
- Mailing Address
- 295 The West Mall
Suite 200
Toronto, ON, M9C 4Z4
Canada - Languages
- Amharic, Arabic, Armenian, Assyrian, Dutch, English, French, Hindi, Luganda, Polish, Punjabi, Somali, Swahili, Tigrinya, Turkish, 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
- January 20, 2023
- Address
- 295 The West Mall, Suite 200
Toronto, ON, M9C 4Z4
Cross street: The West Mall and Burnhamthorpe Rd
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- Services offered online
- Service Area(s)
- Greater Toronto Area
- Peel Region
