Library Settlement Workers are available at several branch libraries - see locations and schedules below. No appointment is needed. Drop ins welcome. Library settlement workers speak a variety of languages, and can help with common questions about moving to Canada.
You can get information about:
- Careers, employment and volunteer opportunities such as Job Connect, WIL, Goodwill Career Centre, Pillar, Access Centre
- Language learning and assessment such as ESL classes, LINC classes, conversation circles, TOEFL preparation, ESL book clubs
- Library materials in many languages
- Basic computer classes
- Library resources
- Income tax clinics
- Housing
- Schools and education, including government programs and continuing education
- Health care, including doctors, walk-in medical clinics and dentists
- Legal issues, including lawyers, legal aid, Neighbourhood Legal Services
- Immigration issues, including family sponsorships, reunification, applying for permanent residency