Happy Holidays | Read Executive Director Dwayne O’Connor’s Column | MNLCT Annual Appeal 2024 | Fall/Winter Events Highlights | Giving with Love Fundraiser | BEAR Hike at Mono Cliffs Provincial Park | Bridging Programs Graduation Ceremony | EXL Women Entrepreneur Grant Winners | Delivering Gifts to the Mandarin-speaking Seniors Group
Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a bright start to 2025!
Our offices will be closed from 12 PM on December 24, 2024, to January 1, 2025. We’ll reopen on January 2, 2025.
PLEASE NOTE:
On December 24, our offices will be closed for all in-person visits. Phone and online services will be available until 12pm.
We look forward to welcoming you again in the new year!
Greetings,
This time of year always catches many of us off-guard. The season seems to come faster and faster each year. Yet, it mostly comes with open arms and a feeling of warmth for the expectation of giving, receiving and togetherness.
This is a time to focus on what matters to us the most. Our family, friends, coworkers and the community. We are here on this planet together and rely heavily upon one another, let’s make the most of it. Seeing the quality of life is sometimes not easy, especially when you are trying to make good moves in a new country with new surroundings. With the help of those who care, we can begin to see light at the end of the tunnel.
We can definitely overcome these challenges together. We may have to work hard on our goals, but we can still make a difference for each other and especially for those who need us.
We are helping through our work at MNLCT. We have taken a stronger stand in helping people earn money, acquire training to help in employment and assist those who need job placement. These additions in service will help to keep food on the table, stay in stable housing and achieve the goal of providing for a family. We are strengthening our Mental Health department to provide counselling and guidance in case you’re having a tough time.
The season of giving is upon us. During these times, many families are getting together to celebrate the holidays or to just get together to strengthen their bonds. We are here for you.
Find our website and our mobile app to learn more, or even receive the support you need from our highly experienced and talented team.
This year, we continue moving forward to reach more clients and families. Through training, workshops, online courses, and personalized employment counselling support, we have already supported close to 600 clients to prepare for and find work. We are also consolidating our extension of services to Simcoe and Oxford counties, providing employment services, language training, bridging careers, mental health, and healthcare support. See our Annual Appeal for stories of our impact.
As we continue to adapt to the needs of newcomers, we cannot do this without YOU. Your support through donations, volunteering or spreading the word, has helped us support more clients every year. Together we are making a real difference in the lives of newcomers.
$24 ($2/month)
for a newcomer's access to interpretation services for healthcare needs
$60 ($5/month)
for a newcomer's access to interpretation services for healthcare needs
$150 ($12.50/month)
for a newcomer's access to virtual sessions and services through tech solutions
$300 ($25/month)
for a newcomer's better employment options through regular coaching sessions
Thanks for joining our group of community builders and shaping a Canadian landscape that values diversity and growth!
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On October 19, 2024, we held our Giving With Love Fundraiser, bringing the community together for a great cause. Guests enjoyed delicious tamales and explored thrift treasures, raising vital funds to support newcomers. The event was a success, making a meaningful impact in our community.
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On October 19, 2024, we hosted our final hike of the year at Mono Cliffs Provincial Park through the Building Empowerment and Resilience (BEAR) Hikes for Newcomers Program. BEAR Hikes help newcomers explore Canada, build connections, and foster resilience during their settlement journey.
Congratulations to Our Bridging Program Graduates!
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On November 8, 2024, we celebrated the achievements of graduates from our four Bridging Programs (BEMC, BESIP, BREM, C-Women). These graduates demonstrated incredible resilience, dedication, and passion as they worked to bridge their international experience with new opportunities in Canada.
We wish them all the best as they embark on their next chapters!
Congratulations to Our EXL Women Entrepreneur Grant Winners!
We are thrilled to announce that an anonymous donor has generously provided funding to support women entrepreneurs who have participated in MNLCT’s Entrepreneurial Excellence and Leadership (EXL) program.
As a result, four exceptional women will each receive a $2,200 grant to further their entrepreneurial dreams!
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Our Mandarin-speaking Seniors Group received a special surprise when program staff delivered thoughtful gifts and warm wishes ahead of the holiday season. These heartfelt gestures brought joy and smiles, helping everyone feel connected and cherished during this festive time. Join our online Mandarin-speaking Seniors Group to share moments of joy and community in a welcoming atmosphere!
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