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Practical Insights for Busy Caregivers
Program: New to Canada
Organizations: The 519 - Toronto - Sundays Drop-in
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      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
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 - Population(s) Served: Newcomers - LGBTQ+ immigrants and refugees
Languages: English

This information was last completely updated on: 8-22-2025


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