Newcomer services
The services on this page offer a variety of help to all newcomers to Canada.
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Catholic Centre for ImmigrantsThe Catholic Centre for Immigrants has been welcoming newcomers in Ottawa since 1954. We help refugees and immigrants adapt and integrate into Canadian society. Please note that all services are being offered via online platforms, phone or email. Our main office at 219 Argyle is closed due to the pandemic. Telephone: 613-232-9634 Go to the website
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Centre de santé des nouveaux arrivants d'OttawaLe centre comprend trois programmes différents, soit la Clinique des nouveaux arrivants d’Ottawa, Navigateur en santé multiculturelle et Accès linguistique Ottawa. Le Centre de santé des nouveaux arrivants d’Ottawa est une initiative communautaire visant à offrir des services holistiques qui favorisent la santé et le bien-être social des réfugiés et des immigrants. Téléphone: 613-691-0192 Aller sur leur site
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Conseil Economique et Social d’Ottawa-CarletonLe Conseil Économique et Social d’Ottawa Carleton (CÉSOC) est un organisme corporatif sans but lucratif qui vise à promouvoir la diversité de la communauté francophone dans l’Est de l’Ontario, plus précisément dans la région d’Ottawa. Telephone: 613-248-1343 Go to the website (French only)
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English as Second LanguageDo you want to practice English and make new friends? September to June Weekly classes; Tuesdays 1-2:30 drop in at the North Gloucester Library friendly and free Conversation-based large and small group learning time For more information and to register email : esl@greenbelt.church Offered in partnership with Greenbelt Church, 839 Shefford Rd.
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Immigrant Women Services OttawaImmigrant Women Services Ottawa is a community based agency serving immigrant and racialized women. We create opportunities for women as they integrate into a new society, rebuild their lives free of violence, and achieve their personal goals. Every year, over 2000 women and children are helped by IWSO’s dedicated staff and volunteers. Telephone: 613-729-3145 Go to the website
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Muslim Family Services of OttawaMuslim Family Services offers professional culturally-sensitive mental health and social services. They provide education, counselling and support services to newcomers, including language instruction, employment training, job search programs, translation services and information programs on Canadian culture. Telephone: 613-562-2273 Go to the website
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OCISO | Ottawa Community Immigrant Services OrganizationOur multi-faceted programs and services are delivered in over 50 languages. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, OCISO continues remain fully operational — delivering programs and services to our clients remotely. Telephone: 613-725-0202 Go to the website
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Ottawa Catholic School Board English as second language classesOur program can help you with English reading, writing and grammar, speaking and listening, pronunciation, workskills and computer skills. Day and night adult classes are available for New Canadians, Landed Immigrants, Refugees, Refugee Claimants, Visa Holders, Visitors and Diplomats. Covid-19 update, all the classes are online. Go to the website
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Ottawa Newcomer Health CentreThe centre encompasses three different programs, the Ottawa Newcomer Clinic, Multicultural Health Navigator and Ottawa Language Access. The Ottawa Newcomer Health Centre is a community based initiative dedicated to providing holistic services that promote the health and social well-being of refugees and immigrants. Telephone: 613-691-0192 Go to the website
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YMCA Newcomer Information CentreThe Y’s Newcomer Information Centre (NIC) provides access to vital information and referral services to help you find everything you need to settle and thrive in your new life in Ottawa. There is no cost to participate. Our team of trained information specialists are here to listen and provide you with information and opportunities. Our services are available in English and French, and our NIC staff members also speak many other languages. Whenever possible, you may be served in your first language. Go to the website