Out of Poverty
Our programs: Newcomer Orientation, information about and support to apply for PR Card, Citizenship, Work Permit, SIN Card, OHIP, etc., support women and families to tackle poverty and unemployment. AWSC aims to continue contributing to efforts to relieve poverty in Canada, developing countries, and amongst disaster victims by providing the necessities of life, including food, clean water, clothing, and/or shelter to individuals or families who are poor, low-income, or in need. We also offer services such as Clothing Exchange, Food Bank, Community Dinners, Information about and Referral to appropriate Service Providers, Information about and Support to apply for Ontario Works, EI (Employment Insurance), Old Age Security (OAS), Guaranteed Income Supplement, CPP (Canada Pension Plan), ODSP (Ontario Disability Support Program), Canada Child Tax Benefit, and Social Housing.
Empowerment Through Education
AWSC aims to advance education by providing (a) classes on the subjects of childbirth education, preparation for parenting, and nutrition to young girls and women; (b) leadership training programs to youth and women; (c) publicly available scholarships, bursaries, and other forms of financial assistance to students to be used for post-secondary education.
Mental Health
AWSC aims to address and prevent specific problems faced by families by providing (a) parents, children, and youth with mentoring programs, workshops, and seminars on issues such as anger management, conflict resolution, and effective communication; (b) grief support and counselling for survivors that addresses issues associated with the loss of family members; (c) counselling and outreach programs to individuals affected by family violence.
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