Settlement

We value settlement services which are inclusive, respectful, and empower immigrants and refugees to participate fully in Canadian society.

The ICA Settlement Program provides services to immigrants, refugees and refugee claimants residing in the Capital Region. We offer services on an individual, family and group basis. Settlement workers provide services in English, French, Cantonese, Dutch, Mandarin, Spanish, Persian, Arabic, Punjabi, Dari, Vietnamese, Swahili, German, Korean, Russian, Nuer, Ukranian, Dinka, Kinyarwanda and Urdu. We can also arrange interpretation and translation services in many other languages. Settlement workers bridge the gap between mainstream services and the immigrant and refugee newcomers in our service area.

Information and referral is available for English classes, housing, school for newcomer children, and other community services. ICA workers support families as they make the adjustment to life in Canada.

Health & Health Care Information
Human Rights
Housing
Education, Upgrading & Training
Canadian Law
Income Tax
Child Care & Family Concerns
Social Benefits
Labour Market Information
Citizenship, Immigration & Refugee Protection
Community Skills & Resources
Dealing with Isolation and Culture Shock

There are support groups for immigrant women, immigrant seniors and multicultural youth.

Contact

Gaylene Turner
Settlement Services Coordinator
(250) 388-4728 ex.113

Pre-Natal Classes for Immigrant Expectant Mothers

Classes giving information for expecting and new immigrant mothers about what to expect during pregnancy, labour, and after birth. Topics covered include how a woman’s body changes during pregnancy, proper maternal diet, exercises, fetal development, and what to expect during labour. Interpreters are provided for the sessions and a tour of a hospital will also be included.

Free, held on Fridays 9:30 – 11:30am
by registration only
Please contact Lien Tran, ICA Settlement Program 388-4728 ext 110

Citizenship Classes

ICA Citizenship classes are designed to help applicants prepare for the Citizenship Test. The sessions cover such topics as the Rights and Responsibilities of Canadians, Canadian history and geography, government, politics, economy, and society. Translation services may be available upon request for those who will be instructed to attend a hearing.

Fee $15 / person or $25 / family, pre-registration required. Please contact ICA to register at 388-4728 ext 0.