Author name: Vlad Umnov

Katerine who immigrated to Kanada from Ukraine

I highly recommend MNLCT to Ukrainians who need urgent help: Katerina’s Story

By Vlad Umnov “On February 24, 2022, tanks entered my city and a war began in my country. After living in occupation for 6 months, I decided to leave the city.” Katerina moved to Toronto from Melitopol, a city in southeastern Ukraine. Back home she helped children with mental health issues adapt to life. Now

I highly recommend MNLCT to Ukrainians who need urgent help: Katerina’s Story Read More »

Are you a woman looking for a new or better job?

Build the skills and confidence to transition into new career opportunities through our She-Covery services. Ongoing registration until March 31, 2023. Join now! She-Covery services are designed to support you in the journey of finding your ideal job. Through our She-Covery services, you can: Enhance your chances of getting an invite for an interview Tailor your resume and cover

Are you a woman looking for a new or better job? Read More »

Emotional knowledge has given me the freedom I didn’t have before: Sandra’s Story

By Claudia Porras  It has been almost 20 years since Sandra lived day-to-day at the radio stations of Montevideo and Uruguay, creating ad campaigns for local businesses. Surprises in life led her to move to Canada, and she arrived here with her dreams in her suitcase.  It was not easy for her to start over

Emotional knowledge has given me the freedom I didn’t have before: Sandra’s Story Read More »

We’re Looking for an Executive Director!

Dear friends of the Mennonite New Life Centre, We are looking for a new Executive Director – can you help? You or someone you know might be the perfect candidate! We’re looking for a caring, collaborative, strategic leader with expertise in and commitment to social justice issues and principles of anti-racism, anti-Black racism, equity and inclusion.

We’re Looking for an Executive Director! Read More »

Martha Story

In MNLCT I found a team of friendly professionals: Martha’s Story 

By Claudia Porras As a teacher, Martha has dedicated her entire life to guiding others. She is a native of Nicaragua. She was a tutor in elementary school and a teacher in high school for adult education. She has worked for various agencies of the United Nations system in Nicaragua. Four years ago, she had

In MNLCT I found a team of friendly professionals: Martha’s Story  Read More »

Mennonite New Life Centre of Toronto has a lot of angels: Lourdes’ Story 

By Vlad Umnov Lourdes calls herself a “very strong woman”. A few years ago, she lost everything – her independence, her home, her mobility. But you would never believe it if you met this smiling, energetic woman.  Lourdes came to Canada from Mexico City in the 1990s. “I have been living in this beautiful country

Mennonite New Life Centre of Toronto has a lot of angels: Lourdes’ Story  Read More »

a woman shares her positive review about service settlement of MNLCT

I dream of becoming independent again, feeling useful: Ana Maria’s Story

By Claudia Porras Life showed Ana Maria a difficult side when, during a long and painful recovery from cancer, her daughter moved out and Ana Maria was left to meet her rehabilitation challenges alone. With limited financial resources, she had to find a new home, and then on top of that, she did not speak

I dream of becoming independent again, feeling useful: Ana Maria’s Story Read More »