Organization: The 519 - Toronto
Phone Numbers: 416-392-6874
Fax: 416-392-0519
Email: info@The519.org
Website: www.the519.org/programs/category/new-to-canada
Address:
519 Church St
Toronto, ON
M4Y 2C9
Location: Cross street: Church St and Wellesley St E
Accessibility:
Partially Accessible
Accessibility Notes: Partially Accessible - Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance; Dedicated accessible washroom with all features; Easy access to elevator - with braille
Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am-9 pm
Public Contacts: Polina Rakina - Manager, Newcomer Settlement
prakina@The519.org
Lisa Duplessis - Director, Programs and Community Services
lduplessis@the519.org
Service Description: New to Canada - One-On-One Settlement Coordination for LGBTQ+ newcomers
  • help with immigration forms about hearing, housing, employment, education
  • by appointment
  • weekly program designed for Convention Refugees and Permanent Residents
  • sessions explore issues related to settlement in Canada
Among Friends LGBTQ+ Refugee Support Group
  • weekly presentations and information sessions on topics such as immigration/refugee law, employment and accessing healthcare
  • light meal provided during sessions



Fees: None
Application: Register online at www.the519.org/regtontc or email NewToCanada@The519.org
Eligibility / Target Population: Newcomers - LGBTQ+ immigrants and refugees
Languages: English
Area Served: Bolton Caledon, Bramalea, Brampton, Burlington, Dufferin, Durham North East, Durham West, East Mississauga, East York, Etobicoke, Halton Hills, Milton, North Etobicoke, Malton, West Woodbridge, North West Mississauga, North York, Oakville, Scarborough, Scarborough North, Scarborough South, South Etobicoke, South West Mississauga, Toronto, York - Toronto, York Region
See Also: Immigrant, Newcomer, and Refugee Services
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Two-Spirit, Queer (LGBTQ+)
Mentoring Programs for Children and Youth
Last Updated: 8/22/2025
Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=188393

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