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A participant at the Meeting Place stands in front of a row of lockers.

The Meeting Place is a drop-in centre for community members experiencing homelessness and inadequate housing  who are over the age of 18.

The Meeting Place aims to lower social isolation and improve well-being. We increase social networks and access to income through advocacy, public education, and skills development. Using a community development approach, staff and members …

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A participant speaks to a case worker as part of the Newcomer Settlement Program

The Newcomer Settlement Program provides information and support to help newcomers develop the skills and knowledge necessary to participate in society individually and as community members.

Our in-person services are available by appointment only, please contact the staff for more information. We also offer settlement services and support remotely (email, Zoom and other platforms) and by …

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The Mobile Settlement Services in Shelters Program prevents and alleviates homelessness and housing inadequacy amongst immigrants and refugees by assisting them to settle in Canada.

It works with immigrants and refugees experiencing homelessness, living in a shelter or at risk of losing their housing.

Our in-person services are available at our 588 Queen Street West location, 248 …

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A participants attends a program at WEST

West Employment Services and Training (WEST) program has provided free services to help job seekers find work and local employers hire qualified workers since 1998.

Most of our services are still virtual but in-person appointments are available.

Ready to register? 

Please complete this contact form and one of our staff will contact you to set up an …

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English Conversation Groups help newcomers to develop language skills and participate in civic engagement opportunities.

The groups are led by trained volunteers and provide support with settlement. The program offers conversation groups, as well as trips and special guest speakers depending on the needs of the group.
Essential Information
Who is eligible:
All immigrants and refugees to Canada are …

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Our Adult Learning Program provides one-to-one and small group learning for adults who want to improve their reading, writing and math skills.

We have a combination of full-time and part-time programming. The program works with adults at all levels to help you reach your learning goals. We offer programming for reading, writing, math and computers.
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Who …

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A group of people making heart shapes.

The Newcomer Youth Program leads a variety of activities with a focus on skill-building, fighting social isolation, promoting civic engagement and building English-language skills. It will help youth meet new people and engage with others in the community.

The Newcomer Youth Program is currently taking place virtually and in-person, with daily activities on social media and weekly …

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Three girls playing with lego in the After School Program

Our After-School program provides comprehensive social, recreational, and educational activities throughout the school year for children between the ages of 6 and 12.
Essential information
Who can join:
Children between the ages of 6 and 12 who attend the following schools:

Pope Francis Catholic School
Holy Family Elementary School
Queen Victoria Public School
Ossington Old Orchard Public …

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A father sits at his computer with coffee while a mother and child cuddle on the couch beside him

One-on-one support with parents and children is available every Monday by appointment. Our weekly one-to-one Parent Support allows parents to discuss any topics with an experienced early childhood professional. Please contact Sonia at 416-891-9629 or soniaso@westnh.org to schedule your personal time.
Essential information
What it is:
Speak to our Family Support Worker Sonia to learn more or get support about:

How to encourage hands-on learning

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Thank you for your interest in working for West Neighbourhood House!

Our current internal and external job openings are listed below.  Please click on a posting to open or save it.  If you would like to apply to a posted vacancy please forward your resume and cover letter clearly indicating the position you are interested in.

Internal postings …

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