This page gathers reliable, up-to-date resources to support newcomers, migrants, and minorities living in Québec and Ontario. 

Here you will find links to ongoing studies, community organizations, language programs, mental health services, as well as legal or employment resources. These resources are free or low-cost, available in multiple languages, and designed to facilitate with the acculturation process. 

  1. Mental Health and Wellbeing
  2. Community and Integration Services
  3. Language Learning
  4. Legal and Employment Help
  5. Emergency and Crisis Lines
  6. Share Resources

Mental Health and Wellbeing

Québec

Info-Social 811 — Call 811 for free, 24/7 psychosocial support.

Montreal Therapy Centre — Multicultural and multilingual therapy services.

ACCESS Open Minds — Mental health support hubs for youth and families.

Ontario

ConnexOntario — Directory of mental health, addiction, and community programs.

CAMH Newcomer Mental Health Program — Specialized services for immigrants and refugees.

Wellness Together Canada — Free online mental health tools and counselling support.

Community and Integration Services

Québec

La Maisonnée — Settlement, job search, and housing support for immigrants.

YMCA Newcomer Integration Program — Orientation and community connection activities.

Government portal for newcomers

Ontario

OCASI (Ontario Council of Agencies Serving Immigrants) — Central hub for immigrant services.

COSTI Immigrant Services — Language classes, settlement, and employment help.

Ontario Immigration Portal

Language Learning

Québec

Francisation Québec — Free French language classes offered by the Government of Québec.

Online francisation platform

Ontario

Local school boards and YMCA — ESL programs and conversation circles.

LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) — Free English classes for permanent residents.

Legal and Employment Help

Québec

Éducaloi — Legal information in clear, accessible language.

Legal Aid Québec — Free or low-cost legal services for eligible residents.

Microcrédit Montréal — Support for newcomers starting small businesses.

Ontario

Legal Aid Ontario — Legal support and resources for individuals in need.

Employment Ontario — Free job search and training services.

Access Community Capital Fund — Microloans for new entrepreneurs.

Emergency and Crisis Lines

In both provinces

Emergency: Call 911

Health and psychosocial support: 811

Community and social services: 211

Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 — Free, 24/7, bilingual and multilingual support.

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Last update: (October, 2025)