Centre for Immigrant and Community Services - Newmarket Centre

Community-based centre offering services for newcomer women, children and youth, and seniors from diverse backgrounds as they integrate into Canada

Women Services
A wide range of programs and services are offered aiming to empower immigrant women * programs include:

• parenting skill training
• communication and conflict resolution training
• health and wellness ie. yoga, zumba, mental health workshops series and stress management support group
• WE (Women Empowerment) program through volunteering
• program through volunteering
• computer skills training
• English conversation circle
• food handler certificate training
• First Aid and CPR training
• SOAR Program

Children (ages 6-12) and Youth (13-24) Services
Group activities and social events are delivered after school, on PA days and throughout March Break and summer * Programs include:

• English language & academic mentorship support
• STEM workshop
• pre-employment training
• education pathways resources
• leadership training
• community engagement & volunteer opportunities
• life skills training (e.g. First Aid & CPR training)
• festival celebrations and events
• field trips and recreational activities
• March break and summer camps

Seniors Services
A space where seniors can develop friendship, enhance knowledge and skills for daily life, promote physical and mental wellness and participate in social activities * Programs include:

• orientation to Ontario
• settlement support group
• income tax clinic