Canada Connects Volunteer Program
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Opportunity Description
Canada Connects is a program that matches newcomer families or individuals
with long-time Canadians or settled immigrants to help them settle and adjust
to their new home.
Join Canada Connects
• Be matched with a newcomer individual or family to provide support throughout the
program
• Meet with your match once a week for approximately 2 hours, with a commitment of 3
months to 1 year
• Share your knowledge, build meaningful connections, and help newcomers settle into
life in Canada
• Join a network of dedicated volunteers and connect with others making a difference
Eligibility:
Volunteers must demonstrate English proficiency above CLB 4 and have lived in Nova Scotia
for a minimum of 18 months. A second language is an asset.
Matching Profile
Requirements
- Police Record Check Required
- Must be at least 18 years old
Suitable For
About the Organization
Immigrant Settlement Association of Nova Scotia
Social & Community Services
ISANS is a non-profit organization empowering immigrants and refugees to build their futures in Nova Scotia. With over 45 years of experience, we support more than 14,500 newcomers from 170+ countries each year as Atlantic Canada’s leading settlement agency.
We offer a wide range of services, including language services, settlement support for families and children, employment programs, business development, community integration, and pre-arrival services, delivered in person and online in English and 46+ other languages.
ISANS is also committed to supporting Canada’s Francophone Integration Pathway and champions diversity, accessibility, and support for equity-deserving communities.
Logistics & Schedule
- Frequency
- Weekly
- Duration
- Medium-term (6 months to 1 year)
- Schedule
- Flexible
- Dates
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Start:
- Location
- Remote / Virtual
- Location Map
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