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VWAT Family Services
Settlement Services, email newcomers@vwat.org or employment@vwat.org
- information and help filling out forms and documents including applications for citizenship or permanent resident card, child tax benefit
- citizenship preparation classes
- translation and interpretation in Vietnamese, Spanish and Farsi
- English conversation circle
- legal information support
- year round income tax clinic
- Job Search Preparation and Training - developing strong job search strategies and workplace communication skills, with an online or in-class option
- Employment Counselling - resume help, job readiness clinic, employment counselling, skills and career development and help in establishing social and professional networks
Seniors Services, email seniors@vwat.org
- health information workshops
- information and form filling for seniors' benefits
- exercise and fitness programs, field trips
VWAT Youth Leadership Program, email youth@vwat.org
- leadership training, skill building workshops
- sports programs, field trips
- youth led workshops or events
- volunteer opportunities
Cultural Events - Two Sisters Commemoration, Lanterns Festival, Lunar New Year Celebration
Application
Drop in or call for information or appointment; appointments can also be made online at www.vwat.org/appointments
Eligibility
No restrictions
Languages
Physical Access
Partially accessible - Wheelchair accessible washroom, assistance needed with door ; Wheelchair accessible, non-powered main entrance ; Free parking at rear
Fees
Most services free, fees for some classes
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