If you are a newcomer in Canada…[the Moving Ahead Program] is the best way for you to reach your goals.
Are you having trouble settling in Canada?
Our case management settlement services can help.
The Moving Ahead Program supports newcomer youth, adults, and families who face multiple challenges affecting their settlement journey.
In your own language, our staff help you learn about life in your community. Services are provided at home or in the community, and include emotional support, settlement counselling, and information to help you navigate your new environment.
Services are available in:
Amharic, Arabic, English, Farsi/Dari, French, Kinyarwanda, Kirundi, Kurdish, Lingala, Mandarin, Pashto, Spanish, Swahili, and Tigrinya.
To find out more and apply, check the eligibility criteria and the application form below.
Moving Ahead Program services are for newcomers holding permanent residence status or are protected persons who are facing multiple of the below struggles:
Your Moving Ahead Program Case Manager can do home visits, come with you to appointments, offer workshops, and provide referrals.
They will also help you:
Your Case Manager will help you access any resources you need to settle into Canadian life. Most immigrants join the program for one year.
All registrants will do an assessment before joining the program. Those not eligible will be referred to other programs.
If you are referring a client or patient, please complete the Agency Registration Form.
If you are between 16 and 28 and need settlement support, contact our Moving Ahead FreeRunning program for youths.
Amharic, Arabic, Dari, English, Farsi, French, Kirundi/Kinyarwanda, Kurdish, Lingala, Mandarin, Pashto, Spanish, Swahili, and Tigrinya.
This program is supported by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada and accredited through CARF.