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Program:
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Newcomer Settlement Program (NSP)
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Phone Numbers:
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905-460-9514/647-553-9514
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Address:
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10 Gillingham Dr, Unit 308
Brampton, ON
L6X 5A5
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Map
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Intersection:
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Main St N and Bovaird Dr W
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Hours:
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Administration | |
| Mon | 9am-5pm | |
| Tue | 9am-5pm | |
| Wed | 9am-5pm | |
| Thu | 9am-5pm | |
| Fri | 9am-5pm | |
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Executives:
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Wambui Karanja - Executive Director
905-460-9514 ext 224 * wkaranja@africancommunityservices.com
Jeff Msangi - Associate Executive Director
647-384-9514 * msangij@africancommunityservices.org
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Service Description:
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Supports newcomers, asylum seekers, and refugees in their journey to integrate into Canadian society. Provides access to essential resources and services, helping clients transition to self-reliance and financial independence while addressing their unique settlement challenges
Core Services:
- Settlement Support: needs assessments, orientation sessions, and referrals to community resources
- Housing Assistance: guidance and support in securing safe and affordable accommodations
- employment support: job search strategies, resume building, and connections to local employers
- workshops and Information Sessions: covering topics such as health care, legal rights, transportation, financial literacy, and education
- Referrals to Community Resources: linking clients to services for mental health, legal aid, and language training
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Open to all newcomers - families, adults, youth and seniors from diverse ethno-specific communities mainly for newcomers of African descent as well as those from other regions
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Languages:
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English * Arabic * Fanti * Ga * Somali * Swahili * Twi
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