Centre for Immigrant and Community Services - Welcome Centre Markham South

Application

Pre-registration for all programs and events is required

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Immigrant women

Fees

None

Languages

English ; Chinese (Cantonese) ; Chinese (Mandarin) ; Tamil ; 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

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

A wide range of programs and services are offered aiming to empower immigrant women to become physically and mentally healthier, self-confident, relationally competent and financially independent * program include:

Triple P parenting skills training
women support group
health and wellness ie. yoga, zumba, mental health workshop series and stress management support group
diabetes prevention program
infant massage class
festival celebrations
food handler certificate training
First Aid and CPR training
S.O.A.R program

Women specific employment programs such as: Financial essentials with QuickBooks (a 6-week, in-person training program) and office administration (a 4-week virtual training program)

Women Services