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Centre for Immigrant and Community Services - Welcome Centre Markham South - Immigrant Youth Centre - Markham

Immigrant Youth Centre - Markham

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5284 Hwy 7 E, Unit 2
Markham, ON
L3P 1B9
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905-294-8868
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Toll-Free: 1-877-761-1155
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Fax: 905-479-7425
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Mon-Fri 10am-6pm * Sat by appointment only
Last updated: Apr 16, 2025: Suggest an edit

Application

Call or register online

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

For newcomer youth ages 15-30

Fees

None

Languages

English ; Chinese (Cantonese) ; Chinese (Mandarin) ; Persian

Language Note

Translation services offered. Provides direct phone links to trained interpreters who are knowledgeable about the services offered

Area(s) Served

York Region and area

Accessibility

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Description of Services:

Drop-in lounge with
  • recreational activities
  • computer lab
  • audio/visual studio
  • full kitchen
  • job board
  • room rentals
Settlement services
  • one-on-one supportive counselling on site or by phone
English language and education
  • conversation circle
  • conversation group for beginner French
  • homework club tutoring grades 9-12
  • reading and writing clubs
  • high school student English writing workshops
Pre-employment and educational help
  • job search workshops
  • resume and cover letter writing
  • university and college preparation
Leadership and life skills training
  • Healthy Living and Physical Fitness including emergency first aid and CPR training
  • March break and summer camps
Volunteering
  • iCAN Committee represents youth voices within IYC to plan events, volunteer opportunities
Last updated: Apr 16, 2025: Suggest an edit
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