Empowering Immigrant Women Since 1974
About Us
Our Impact
Without help, many newcomers struggle with poverty and unemployment. When newcomers get the right support and have access to the right opportunities, they thrive in their communities.
26K
People Assisted
18K
Women Supported
8K
Individuals Helped in 3 Ambassador Programs
4.4K
Restart their new lives in Canada as refugees
550
Children increased their skills through HIPPY & OYM Tutoring
6.2K
People accessing food & nutrional education events
880
Grew their own food through our community garden
680
Women helped through specialized services including domestic violence prevention
800
Improvded their English through our LINC Classes
Our Mission
& Vision
To provide women with opportunities to improve their quality of life through self-development and community action.
As a leader among Toronto’s settlement agencies, our strong sense of values guide the important work we do every day.
Our Core Values
Diversity
We are as diverse as the newcomer community we serve, offering services in over 25 languages.
Self-Development
We encourage our clients to achieve economic well-being through access to our skills-training, leadership development and education programs.
Inclusion
We advocate for our clients’ rights to economic, social, cultural and political inclusion, promoting full and equal participation in their communities and Canadian life.
Compassion & Respect
We deliver our programs and services without judgment, based on a dignity model that demonstrates compassion and respect for all clients.
Community
We believe that the opportunity for newcomers to participate in their own communities leads to a deeper sense of belonging and easier adjustment to Canadian life.
Our Board
The members of our board of directors are thought leaders who have made a significant contribution to our society. Each and every one of them brings a unique set of skills and expertise to our organization.
Directors are elected annually, and oversee the financial health and strategic direction of the agency. Meetings take place on a monthly basis.
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Emily Chiu – President Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Mariette Matos – Vice President Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Lia Whyte - Treasurer Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Alexandra Panousis – Secretary Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Diana Maciel Oliveira Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Rozana Kalil Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Ofelia Maria Isabel Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Karen Sun Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Julie Davidson Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Laura Penalosa Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Christal Huang Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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533A GLADSTONE AVENUETORONTO, ONTARIO M6H 3J1CHARITABLE BUSINESS NUMBER: 11930 4368 RR0001
Contact info
T: 416-532-2824
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