Resources
Check out the articles below to learn more about life in Ontario.
Resources
Immigration
Refugees
Convention refugee students and all protected persons in Canada can apply for the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).
Daily Life
Housing
If you're new to Ontario, you can stay at apartment hotels, hostels, and shelters while you look for affordable housing.
Daily Life
Transportation
If you are a new driver, you must get a G1, G2, and finally, a full Class G Licence to drive in Ontario.
Immigration
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Canada was built on the exploitation of enslaved people, who were segregated after slavery ended. Systemic racism continues to this day.
Daily Life
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Do you know what the Age of Majority is and how it affects you as a newcomer youth in Ontario? Let's break it down.
Health
Physical Health
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada has many free supports, resources and services available to youth and their families.
Daily Life
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It’s important to explore both your sexual and gender identity, and your relationship to your faith, but it can be hard to harmonize both.
Daily Life
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Whether you immigrated with your family, as a student, or to work, there’s a lot to do when settling in a new country!
Work
Job Readiness
The Job Bank is a large government website with job postings and labour market information.
School
Universities, Colleges and More
In Ontario, students interested in going to university use a centralized application service to apply for admission.
Health
Sexual Health
LGBTQ+ students in a new country face many unique challenges. However, they don’t have to face them alone, there are resources available.
Work
Working in Canada
You have a right to a safe work environment. If you feel like those rights are being violated, learn how to take action.