Supporting New Beginnings in Canada
Luxe Lane Community Foundation Society is developing community-based initiatives to support newcomers, refugees, immigrants and their families as they establish their lives in Canada.
Our approach focuses on community connection, navigation, skills development, employment readiness, family support, social inclusion and connections to appropriate community resources.
Who We Support
The program may support newcomers, refugees, immigrants, newcomer youth, women, families and other individuals experiencing barriers to successful community integration.
Program Components
A community-centred approach to settlement, belonging and long-term independence.
Settlement & Community Navigation
- Community orientation
- Information and referrals
- Community-resource navigation
- Help understanding available services
- Connections to appropriate settlement and community organizations
Newcomer Youth Belonging
- Youth mentorship
- Recreation and community activities
- Leadership development
- School and community connection
- Social inclusion
- Volunteer opportunities
Newcomer Women & Families
- Women's leadership
- Peer connection
- Mentorship
- Family orientation
- Community participation
- Resource navigation
Employment & Economic Integration
- Employment readiness
- Résumé development
- Interview preparation
- Workplace orientation
- Career mentorship
- Employment and training referrals
Digital & Community Literacy
- Basic computer skills
- Online applications
- Digital-service navigation
- Financial literacy
- Everyday community literacy
Housing Navigation
Support in understanding housing options and navigating available resources.
Mental Wellness
Connection to appropriate community mental wellness resources and support.
Welcoming Newcomers Together
An Integrated Community-Service Model
Help Us Build This Program
Luxe Lane Community Foundation Society welcomes collaboration with government agencies, foundations, community organizations, educational institutions, health organizations, businesses and other partners committed to building stronger, healthier and more inclusive communities.