ED Corner | April 2025

Building Brighter Futures: Our Commitment to Settlement and Integration

At MNLCT, we are dedicated to empowering newcomers as they build new lives in Canada. Our mission is to provide vital settlement and integration services that help individuals and families navigate the complexities of a new country with dignity and confidence. From language training and employment support to housing assistance and cultural orientation, we are here every step of the way.

In today’s climate, the landscape of immigration services is evolving rapidly. Increased global displacement, processing backlogs, and a rising demand for social services have placed added pressure on the sector. Yet, despite these challenges, our commitment remains unwavering. We have adapted by expanding our digital services, offering virtual language classes and online employment workshops, ensuring that no one is left behind. Our dedicated team continues to provide in-person support for critical needs, balancing safety with accessibility.

The journey of resettlement is not without its hurdles, but it is also marked by remarkable resilience. We have witnessed incredible success stories—newcomers securing meaningful employment, children thriving in schools, and families finding a true sense of belonging. These moments remind us why we do what we do.

To our clients: We see your strength and determination. Know that you are not alone. With every step you take, we are walking alongside you.

To our generous donors and supporters: Your compassion fuels this mission. Your contributions enable us to offer life-changing programs and services. Together, we are not only helping newcomers integrate—we are helping them flourish.

As we look ahead, we remain hopeful. By working together—staff, clients, and supporters—we will continue to build a welcoming, inclusive, and vibrant Canada for all.

Thank you for being part of this journey.

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Thank you for your patience as we continue to respond to a cybersecurity incident affecting our communication systems.

We are happy to share an important update — we are now able to send outgoing emails. Going forward, you will receive our emails from our new domain, @mnlc.ca, in addition to our temporary Gmail addresses. Please watch for us in your inbox. 

If you haven’t already, you can sign up to receive email updates from us directly here.

Please note: Our Finch office will close on Thursday, July 23.

We know it has been frustrating and difficult to reach us during this time, and we sincerely apologize for that. Please know that all our programs and services are running and staff are ready to support you. For getting in touch with us, please continue to use our temporary Gmail addresses:

Or drop in to our Keele location (2737 Keele St, units 9, 111, 112, North York) or Finch location (1122 Finch Ave West, Unit 1, North York) during office hours:

  • Settlement staff are available onsite at 2737 Keele St Units 111 & 112 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday to Fridays to answer questions and provide guidance. Wi-fi is now available.
  • Community Health Services are available at 1122 Finch W Unit 1 on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. The HAP clinic is closed for the summer but our Health Navigator can provide guidance in accessing health services.
  • LINC classes are closed for the summer. Registration will begin in August for the fall semester.
  • Mental Health and BREM staff are available by appointment only.

We take your privacy seriously and kindly ask that you do not share sensitive personal information via email.

Thank you for your understanding. We appreciate the many kind words of empathy shared by our community, and we look forward to being fully operational again. We will continue to share updates as our systems are restored.