Other Resources
The following directory includes organizations, services, and individuals that can assist you in settling in Canada, as well as navigating the immigration process.
If you would like your service to be listed here, please send a message to the Immigration Information Centre (IIC) at immigrationinformationcentre@gmail.com.
EDUCATION RESOURCES
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Website: https://www.ocdsb.ca/
Tel. No. : 613-721-1820
Address: 133 Greenbank Road Ottawa, Ontario K2H 6L3
Provides support services, language training, and settlement assistance for new immigrants enrolled in their schooling.
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Website: https://ocsb.ca/
Email: info@ocsb.ca
Address: 570 West Hunt Club Road
Offers a range of Academic services and support for students, including Filipino immigrant students, in elementary education, secondary and continuing & community education.
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Website: https://www.ymcaottawa.ca/
Tel. No.: 613-237-1320
Address: 180 Argyle Avenue
Ottawa, Ontario K2P 1B7
They offer services such as Employment and Immigration Services, housing services, child care and youth programs in Ottawa.
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Adult High School that offers a wide range of traditional high school subjects as well as business and computer training and co-op learning experiences. Child care available at the west end site.
Website: https://stnicholas.ocsb.ca/
Address: Westend site: 893 Admiral Ave. Nepean
Tel No.: (613) 228-8888
Central: 20 Graham Ave., Ottawa, ON
Tel. No.: 613- 234-2768
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They are a unique school as it offers a full complement of services to adult students such as Special Education, ESL Programs and Achievement and School Learning Plan.
Website: https://adulths.ocdsb.ca/
Email: adulths@ocdsb.ca
Tel. No.: Phone (613) 239-2707 | Fax (613) 232-1616
Address: 300 Rochester Street, Ottawa, ON K1R 7N4
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They are committed to providing a wide range of services to young mothers and their children while assisting them in completing their high school education. Those eligible for the program are young women who are between the ages of 14 and 25, Pregnant or parenting, Eligible for subsidized child care services, Working toward completing their Ontario Secondary School Diploma or Certificate, in a position to benefit from mental health services and additional programming offered within the Centre.
Website: https://www.youvillecentre.org/
Email: info@youvillecentre.org
Tel. No.: 613-231-5150
Address: 150 Mann Avenue, Ottawa ON K1N 8P4
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They offer support to adults who feel they may not fit into more mainstream programs. They are also able to offer a flexible, person centered approach to learning and skill development. They offer services such as, Adult Upgrading, Deaf Adult Upgrading, free, part-time, on-site childcare for families accessing any Heartwood House program as a participant or volunteer and ASL RAPP
Website: https://www.also-ottawa.org
E-mail: kim@also-ottawa.org
Tel. No.: 613-233-8660
Address: ALSO - Adult & Family Literacy
Heartwood House - 404 McArthur Ave , Ottawa, ON K1K 1G8
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OCISO offers a range of services for newcomers, including education and training programs. They can provide information and referral to various educational institutions in Ottawa.
Website: https://ociso.org
Tel. No.: 613-725-0202
Address: OCISO Main Office - 959 Wellington Street West, Ottawa, On K1Y 2X5 Canada.
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World Skills provides employment and settlement services for newcomers, including education and training support. They can refer newcomers to educational institutions that offer relevant programs.
Website: https://ottawa-worldskills.org/
E-mail: ws@ottawa-worldskills.org
Tel. No.: (613) 233-0453
Address: 300-219 Argyle Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario K2P 2H4
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Algonquin College is a post-secondary institution in Ottawa that offers a variety of programs for newcomers, including English language training and bridging programs to help newcomers enter the workforce. They have dedicated staff who can provide guidance and referral services.
Website: https://www.algonquincollege.com/
Address: 1385 Woodroffe Ave, Ottawa, Ontario K2G 1V8
FAMILY RESOURCES
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They offer support to adults who feel they may not fit into more mainstream programs. They are also able to offer a flexible, person centered approach to learning and skill development. They offer services such as, Adult Upgrading, Deaf Adult Upgrading, free, part-time, on-site childcare for families accessing any Heartwood House program as a participant or volunteer and ASL RAPP
Website: https://www.also-ottawa.org
E-mail: kim@also-ottawa.org
Tel. No.: 613-233-8660
Address: ALSO - Adult & Family Literacy
Heartwood House, 404 McArthur Ave
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CCI offers settlement services for immigrants and refugees, including special programs for youth, temporary accommodations, housing assistance and counseling.
Tel. No.: 613-232-9634
Address: 219 Argyle Avenue
Ottawa, ON K2P 2H4
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Immigrant Women Services Ottawa (IWSO) exists to provide immigrant and racialized women and their families in the City of Ottawa and the surrounding area with the support and tools to achieve their full potential as members of Canadian society and participate in the elimination of all forms of abuse against women and children.
Website: https://immigrantwomenservices.com/
Tel. No.: 613-729-3145
Address: 219 Argyle Avenue, Suite 400, Ottawa, Ontario, K2P 2H4
Website: https://casott.on.ca/
Tel. No.: 613-747-4456
Address: Main: 1602 Telesat Ct, Gloucester, ON K1B 1B1
West-end office: Kanata South-West Services, 150 Katimavik Road, Kanata, Ontario, K2L 2N2
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Child Protection and child abuse investigations, residential services, services for families with special need children, specialized preschool services, family preservation, etc
Access to Information and Disclosure: recordsrequest@casott.on.ca
Media Inquiries: media@casott.on.ca
Foster Care and Adoption: 613-747-7800
Volunteer Department: volunteers@casott.on.ca
Human Resources: employment-emploi@casott.on.ca
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It is a healthcare facility and its primary aim is to provide comprehensive, accessible, and culturally appropriate primary healthcare services to individuals and families in the Carlington neighborhood and surrounding areas. The center offers a wide range of services, including: primary care, walk-in clinic, social support services and youth and family services.
Website: https://www.champlainhealthline.ca/displayService.aspx?id=208889
E-mail: edit@hccontario.ca
Tel. No.: 613-745-5525
Address: 4200 Labelle St, Suite 100, Ottawa, Ontario K1J 1J8
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World Skills provides employment and settlement services for newcomers, including education and training support. They can refer newcomers to educational institutions that offer relevant programs.
Website: https://ottawa-worldskills.org/
E-mail: ws@ottawa-worldskills.org
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CCI offers settlement services for immigrants and refugees, including special programs for youth, temporary accommodations, housing assistance and counseling.
Website : https://cciottawa.ca/
Tel. No.: 613-232-9634
Address: 219 Argyle Avenue, Ottawa, ON K2P 2H4
FILIPINO COMMUNITY
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A non-profit organization founded by Couples for Christ (CFC). We are dedicated to helping the poor through child education, community development, and humanitarian relief.
Website: https://ancopcanada.org/?fbclid=IwAR1mi9DSrp34b3ewHJUEMVw_hytvmjDD_skfk7qqZPhL0pA5Kd_0fR2z4bA
E-mail: ancopcanada.org
Tel. No.: (905) 856-8539
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FO3 Academy is dedicated to the promotion of a competitive and inspiring basketball culture in Ottawa. We hope to achieve this through proper training of the youth and adults in an environment that promotes learning, discipline and community.
Website: https://www.fo3academy.com/
E-mail: fo3academy@dbooqp.ca
Tel. No.: 613 883-2624
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A non-profit and vibrant community organization dedicated to fostering a love for basketball among Filipino-Canadians in Ottawa. Established with a passion for the game and a commitment to camaraderie, our league serves as a platform where players of all skill levels come together to compete, connect, and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the Philippines through the love of basketball.
Website: https://www.ottawafilipinoleague.com/
Email: ottawafilipinoleague@gmail.com
Tel. No.: (613) 276-7088
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PCC is a not-for-profit, member-based organization whose mission is to serve the Filipino-Canadian community through programs and services that address their needs and support their aspirations to integrate in and contribute to an inclusive, secure and prosperous Canada." They provide CAPACITY BUILDING, FUNDING SUPPORT, promoting HERITAGE AND CULTURE and ADVOCACY, LINKAGES AND OUTREACH.
Website: https://pcc-ottawa.ca/
E-mail: info@pcc-ottawa.ca
Tel. No.: 613-482-0289
Address: 815 St. Laurent Blvd, Room 226, Ottawa, ON, K1K 3A7
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A volunteer-run, non-profit organization that promotes Philippine arts and heritage through children and youth folk dance and music. Since 1984, PDTO has been promoting Philippine arts and heritage through dance and music at international festivals, multicultural events, private functions, and government-hosted events in Ottawa. PDTO has also performed as far as Drummondville (QC), Washington (DC), Philadelphia (PA), and Rochester (NY). Contacts: Assumption Church
Website: https://philippinedancetroupeottawa.wordpress.com/
E-mail: pdto.email@gmail.com
Tel. No.: 613-745-6027
Address: 321 Cody Ave, Ottawa, ON, CA
Support to get job-ready
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Community Connections for Newcomer Employment (CCNE) team at Pinecrest Queensway Community Health Centre (PQCHC).
Helping newcomers in the community who are looking for work, exploring career opportunities, or looking for support to get job-ready.
Build confidence and prepare for the Canadian job market
Connect with employment and community resources
Explore job opportunities and next steps
Use their skills and previous experience to move toward employment
You can learn more about the program here: CCNE – Community Connections for Newcomer Employment