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Program:
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Newcomer Settlement Program
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Address:
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136 Main St S
Kenora, ON
P9N 1S9
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Location:
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- Located at Main St S in the city of Kenora
- Closest intersection is at Main St S and Water St
- Situated on the second floor of Lowery's Basics Store
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Accessibility:
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Not Wheelchair Accessible
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Accessibility Notes:
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Not Accessible; Arrangements can be made to meet at an accessible location
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4 pm
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Service Description:
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Provides direct services for newcomers to Canada and established immigrants
Provides direct services for newcomers and established immigrants
Services provided include:- Assistance to establish social and professional networks to promote community engagement
- Assistance to access a range of settlement services
- Orientation programs
- Job search and employment counselling
- Individual agencies may provide needs and eligibility assessments
- Language and skills training to help facilitate employment
- Pre/post-arrival information and referral
- Programs to welcome newcomers to the community
Information, Orientation and Referral (IOR) Services
Provides newcomers and established immigrants with practical assistance for the challenges of every day life in Canada
Services include advocacy, referrals, consumer and community information, orientation and information sessions and assistance for completing all forms in the following areas:- Canadian law
- Education
- Employment and job preparation skills
- Health and medical services
- Housing
- Immigration and citizenship
- Language training
- Legal services
- Parenting issues
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Application:
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- Prior arrangements highly recommended for interpreter/translation services
- Can provide services for emergency situations
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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No restrictions
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Languages:
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English * French
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Language Notes:
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Other languages available upon request
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Area Served:
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Kenora District ; Rainy River District
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