Newcomer Wellness Support
Feeling Overwhelmed?
We offer free counselling services to help newcomers and people of all immigration statuses with their mental health and well-being. Our services include one-on-one counselling, family and couples counselling, trauma support, and workshops on mental health topics. We’re here to provide a safe, welcoming space where you feel supported and understood as you work through life’s challenges. Let us help you on your journey to feeling better and moving forward.
How we can help
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Counselling Services: We help with mental health issues like depression, anxiety, stress, and trauma.
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Additional Support: We also provide help for challenges like domestic violence, relationship problems, substance use, anger management, and adjusting to life changes like immigration or work.
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Session Limits: You can get up to six counselling sessions, with more available if needed.
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Referrals: If you need long-term counselling, we’ll connect you with other organizations that can help.
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Workshops: We offer workshops on topics like stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, and understanding mental health.
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Tailored Support: Workshops are designed to meet your specific needs.
Starting fresh in a new country can be both exciting and challenging. Many newcomers to Canada experience this mix of emotions as they adapt to their new home. At CCS, we’re here to support you every step of the way, helping you feel at home, thrive, and contribute to Canada. Here’s a reflection from a newcomer who valued the support they received from CCS.
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Thank you for your assistance and never leaving my side. Thank so much for helping me by giving me the right resources and information. I will never forget you and the help you provided to me and the family.
Newcomer Wellness Support Locations
Our services are provided in our CCS locations as well as libraries, community centres and our partner organizations.
For more information, please contact us:
- Mississauga
905-273-4140
Things you should know
Glossary
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- Newcomer
- In Canada, people who have recently left another country to settle here are commonly referred to as "newcomers to Canada".
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- Settlement
- Getting used to your new life in Canada, like finding a home, learning the language, getting a job, and understanding Canadian ways.
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- Settlement Organizations like CCS
- An organization that provides essential help for newcomers to Canada like learning English, finding work, and various support for adjusting to life in Canada.
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- Permanent Resident (PR)
- Someone who has been given permanent resident status by immigrating to Canada but is not a Canadian citizen.
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- Citizenship
- Being officially recognized as a member of a country. In Canada, it lets you vote, travel with a Canadian passport, and more.
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- Social Insurance Number (SIN)
- A 9-digit number you need to work in Canada or to get government help and benefits.
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- Healthcare Coverage
- In Canada, this refers to the public health insurance that allows residents to get most health care services for free.