Many of us want to support refugees, newcomers, and immigrants in our community but are unsure of the best approach. Here you'll learn how to be a good ally and what you can do to build an inclusive community at a neighbourhood level.
Community Members
One of the marvelous things about community is that it enables us to welcome and help people in a way we couldn't as individuals.
Jean Vanier
How to Be a Good Ally
Joining a Mentorship Program for Newcomers
Mentoring provides an opportunity to give someone a great start in their new home.
A Guide for Volunteers Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
Coping with homesickness abroad is very personal and not all techniques will work for everyone.
Friendship: Embracing Cultural Differences
As you seek to build friendships across cultural lines, it is best to understand some basic elements of their culture.
Unconscious Biases and How to Overcome Them
Unconscious biases will fade as you put yourself in different situations and meet different people.
How to Support Newcomers in Your Community
As a member of the community, how can we help newcomers and immigrants settle in their new homes?
Local ESL Services
Learn more about the English as a Second Language (ESL) options that are available to you within our community and online.
On a Neighbourhood Level
Tips to Create Vibrant and Inclusive Communities
Creating a welcoming, inclusive neighbourhood helps alleviate all those fears, and it is a net positive for everybody.
Helping Someone Soothe Homesickness
Coping with homesickness abroad is very personal and not all techniques will work for everyone.
What to Expect When a Newcomer Moves In
When newcomers decide to make your community their new home, put away those fears and embrace the opportunity to make new friends and get to know another culture.
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