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Building Multicultural Communities


Description
Open for in-person, virtual, telephone and email services Monday-Friday 9 am-5 pm; no appointment needed


Neighbourhood multi-service agency

Pathways to Settlement - client-centred program to facilitate newcomers' integration and participation in Canadian society

Information and Awareness Services - helps newcomers settle including information and orientation on issues such as:
  • immigration, health, education and housing
  • translation and interpretation
  • form filling;
  • referrals to government and community resources ; monthly information seminars
  • supportive counselling for individuals and families;
Navigating the Canadian Labour Market (NCLM) - assists newcomers and internationally trained professionals become employable in Canada, create an effective job search plan and learn about employer expectations
  • provides needs assessment and customized action plan on career planning
  • facilitates workshops on Canadian workplace culture, resume writing, interview skills, pre-employment training and networking events
  • one-on-one job search coaching and mentoring
  • post-post-program follow-up and support, and job leads
  • access to computers, printers, telephones, fax machines, photocopiers, Internet
Integrated Employment Services (IES) Program - see separate listing

Community Connections in School in partnership with Peel District School Board, the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board, and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada facilitates the adaptation of newly-arrived newcomers to school and community life by providing support services typically needed by newcomers in their first year in Canada, focusing on information, orientation, advocacy, referral and access

Community Connections in Library in partnership with Brampton Library and IRCC; programs include group information sessions including sessions for seniors, English conversation circles

Seniors Program - helps seniors enhance their knowledge and skills on various topics of interest, and engages them in activities such as social interactions and outings to to Canadian cultural sites; reduces isolation by bringing older adults together in a safe environment.
Eligibility
Varies by program; newcomers to Canada, citizens, Convention refugees, Ontario residents, persons who unemployed, youth, seniors served by various programs
Application Process
Call for appointment or drop in
Office
905-790-8482
Fax
905-874-6100
Website
Visit Website
Email
[email protected]
Mailing Address
197 County Court Blvd
Suite 303
Brampton, ON, L6W 4P6
Canada
Languages
Arabic, Dari, English, French, Hindi, Pashto, Punjabi, Spanish, Tagalog, Tamil, Urdu
Contact
Arif Iqbal, Director, Finance and Operations
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 905-790-8482 ext 305
Fees
None
Documents Required
May vary; contact for information
Accessibility
Fully accessible - Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall
Topic(s)
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Agency Information
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Copyright
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Last Updated On
December 18, 2024
Address
197 County Court Blvd, Suite 303
Brampton, ON, L6W 4P6
Cross street: Central Park Dr and Queen St E;
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Hours of Operation
Mon
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Tue
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Wed
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Thu
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Fri
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
Service Area(s)
  • Halton Hills
  • Milton
  • Peel Region