Toronto 211 – Information for newcomers over the phone
Here you are in Toronto, ready to start your new life — do you have important questions to ask ?
You can phone 211 — just dial those three numbers, any time, any day, and you will be talking to a person who can help you find answers.
Here are some examples of the information you may need:
- where and how to get English as a Second Language training
- someone in your family is going through a health crisis – where can you get help?
- you are looking for a church, temple or mosque in your area
- is there an agency or community group where someone speaks your language?
- you are an internationally trained professional and you aren't sure how to get your credentials assessed
Toronto 211 has information on more than 20,000 community, social, health and government services! Try the website , too. You will see the amazing number of groups for helping newcomers, including those for specific language and cultural groups. If you like, you can also ask questions by email.
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