Newcomer Youth Centres (NYC) provide a safe space and nurturing environment where newcomer youth receive ongoing support that enhances their settlement and integration experiences.
Through their participation in the NYC, newcomer youth receive information and support in accessing other social services, and community resources. Youth are also provided the opportunity to participate in activities, which enables them to meet their peers, develop new social connections and friendships, and get involved in the community through volunteering.
Our Services:
- Information, orientation, and referral to services in the community (transportation, health, housing etc.)
- Support with homework and other schoolwork
- Support with employment and career development
- Support with volunteering
- Sports and recreation activities
- Coaching and mentoring
- Listen to music, play games, read, watch movies & TV
Who is Eligible for Newcomer Youth Centre Services?
- Newcomer youth ages 12 to 24
- Permanent Residents of Canada
- Convention Refugees and Persons in Need of Protection
- Individuals whose Permanent Resident application has been approved in principle
- Foreign domestic workers admitted under the Live-In Caregiver program
- Refugee Claimants
- Naturalized Canadian Citizens