The Newcomer Youth Program leads a variety of activities with a focus on skill-building, fighting social isolation, promoting civic engagement and building English-language skills. It will help youth meet new people and engage with others in the community.
The Newcomer Youth Program is currently taking place virtually and in-person, with daily activities on social media and weekly activities on Zoom and in-person at the 248 Ossington Avenue location. Join us!
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Essential Information
Who can join:
The Newcomer Youth Program is open to all youth aged 13-30 who identify as a newcomer to Canada. We are a LGBTQ+ inclusive program.
Where:
Most of our activities take place in person and on Zoom, as well as our channels on Instagram and Facebook.
May 2025 Schedule
Cost:
Cost:Free
How to register:
We would love to meet and get to know you! Please register for an event by completing this form:
Feel free to message us on social media at any time: Instagram and Facebook
Call or send a text to one of our youth workers if you have any questions or if you do not have social media:
Youth Settlement Workers
John Kok: johnko@westnh.org or 416-206-8043 – Tagalog, Ilonggo, Cantonese, Spanish and English-speaking
Somya Khanal: somyakh@westnh.org or 416-278-9729 – Nepali and English-speaking
Jorge Cordero Rodriguez: jorgero@westnh.org or 437-774-5016 – Spanish and English-speaking
Kitt Azores: kittaz@westnh.org or 416-473-3260 – Tagalog and English-speaking
Namah Jaggi: namahja@westnh.org or 416-936-4004 – Hindi, Urdu, Basic Punjabi, Basic Marathi, and English-speaking
Kahlia Brown: kahliabr@westnh.org or 416-994-7379 – French and English-speaking
Chloe Rodriguez: chloero@westnh.org or 416-953-9692 – Tagalog, Intermediate French and English-speaking
For other languages not spoken by the youth workers:
Please contact Jani at janitr@westnh.org or 416-532-7586 ext. 401, if you are hoping to communicate in another language.
Book an appointment with a youth worker:
Do you need a tutor? Need help finding a job? Are you looking for information on post-secondary education, scholarships, and how to apply? Have questions about life after school? Interested in ways you can de-stress and take care of your health/wellbeing? We have Youth Workers on hand to help!
To book an appointment for tutoring, help with finding a job, and post-secondary information/applications, call/text Jorge at 437-774-5016 or register by completing this form:
Sign up for our youth employment newsletter:
Frequently Asked Questions
I need to earn volunteer hours. How can I do that through this program?
Yes! We have a wide variety of experiences to help youth complete community service hours or enhance your resume. Please email nyp@westnh.org or DM us on Instagram and we’ll get back to you with a volunteer activity you can engage with.
I don’t know if I identify as a newcomer. What qualifies as a newcomer?
Youth aged 13-30 who were born outside of Canada (regardless of immigration status and length of residence in Canada).
I don’t have social media. Can I still participate?
We offer in-person activities and through Zoom which you are welcome to participate in.
I’m looking for a job. Can you help?
Please call/text Jorge at 437-774-5014 for support. We also recommend visiting the City of Toronto Youth Employment website for information on job fairs, summer opportunities and more.
How can I contact your program leaders and youth settlement workers?
Contact a Youth Settlement Worker directly. Contact information for each is above. You could also email NYP@westnh.org or message us on Instagram here.
Contact the Coordinator below.
Jani Trindade, Immigrant and Refugee Services Coordinator: janitr@westnh.org or 416-532-7586 ext. 401
What organizations do you have partnerships with?
We are grateful to have partnerships with the following schools and agencies:
- Asian Community AIDS Services (ACAS)
- Kababayan Multicultural Centre
- North York Community House
- S.E.A.S Centre (Support Enhance Access Service Centre)
- Toronto District School Board
- Toronto Catholic District School Board
- Toronto Public Library
- YMCA
How long has the Newcomer Youth Program been around?
The Newcomer Youth Program has been supporting young people in Toronto since 2008.
