Programs are available to help people meet basic needs and participate in the community, including supports for recent immigrants:

Peer-to-Peer Groups and Conversation Circles - Recent immigrants meet together for mutual support, and conversation circles are available for those looking to further their English skills

Settlement Services and ESL - Staff assists in filling out paper work, connecting families to community members and organizations like Immigrant Working Centre to support them in the early stages of their lives in Hamilton

Tax Clinics - Volunteer tax prepares work with people on low income to file their taxes during tax season