Newcomers: get support
New to Canada and from East Africa? You don’t have to figure everything out alone.
Settling into a new country takes time. VPEACE can connect you with a volunteer who listens to your needs, helps you find useful information, and supports you as you get to know your new community.
How we can help
We may be able to help you
- Understand everyday life in your new community
- Prepare for appointments and understand forms or letters
- Find services, programs, and community groups
- Access language support, depending on availability
- Meet people and build a sense of belonging
Who can ask for support
Our program supports newcomers from East African countries who have been resettled in Canada as refugees.
Free of charge
Support is offered at no cost to participants.
In your language, when possible
We try to match you with a volunteer who speaks your language. Language support depends on volunteer availability.
What happens next
How it works
Reach out
Tell us a little about yourself and the support you are looking for.
Get matched
We try to match you with a volunteer based on your language and needs.
Meet your volunteer
Discuss your priorities and agree on practical goals together.
Build your network
Explore useful services, activities, and community connections.
Stay in touch
We follow up to understand whether the support is helping.
Request support
Tell us how we can help
Complete this short form and tell us how we can contact you and what kind of support you need. We will use this information to help assess your request and, where possible, match you with a suitable volunteer.
Prefer to talk to someone?
You can also reach us directly.