Newcomer hub
Local services and practical guides for settling in York Region and Toronto.
Start with a settlement service
A settlement worker can help you find services for your circumstances. Use the official links below to check eligibility, languages, appointments and current service details.
York Region Welcome Centres
Find settlement services and Welcome Centre contacts, including the Newmarket centre. A newcomer guide is available in Persian.
Details & service linksGetting settledToronto newcomer services
City information on newcomer service kiosks and how to contact local settlement support.
Details & service linksGetting settledFind newcomer services near you
The Government of Canada’s service finder includes location, language and service filters, with current eligibility information.
Details & service linksLanguage learningEnglish classes for newcomers
York Region District School Board’s LINC program page lists classes, assessment information and registration contacts.
Details & service linksWork & trainingEmployment Ontario
Find employment counsellors, job-search support and training information through the provincial service.
Details & service linksHealth servicesOntario health card information
ServiceOntario’s official information on OHIP, application documents and health card services.
Details & service linksHousingYork Region housing services
Official links to housing services, housing locations and application information in York Region.
Details & service linksSchools & educationSchool registration: YRDSB Reception Centre
Registration, assessment and appointment information for families joining York Region District School Board.
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