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2023 marks 45 years of the Ottawa Community Immigrant Services Organizations (OCISO)'s deep commitment to serving newcomers and immigrants to Ottawa. OCISO is driven by a mission to empower newcomers on their journey to make Canada their home. Their vision is to create an inclusive Ottawa where immigrants can contribute their diverse gifts, skills, values, and cultures, ultimately strengthening and transforming the community. At the core of their work are values that embrace mutual respect, partnership, open dialogue, and healing, fostering a healthy and inclusive environment for all. Through culturally and linguistically appropriate programs, OCISO is dedicated to building bridges of understanding, offering support, and championing the rights and well-being of newcomers. They believe in the power of diversity and work tirelessly to create a welcoming and diverse city where every individual's contributions are valued and celebrated.
I invite you to become a part of this incredible narrative, where six exceptional programs offered by the Ottawa Community Immigrant Services Organization (OCISO) are transforming lives and enriching our community. Our fundraising goal is ambitious, but together, we can make it a reality—$25,000 to empower newcomers and build a brighter future.
In the midst of life-changing transitions, newcomers often find themselves navigating unfamiliar territories. OCISO's Settlement and Integration Program is the guiding light that eases their path. Your contribution will help us provide multilingual and multicultural services, create individualized settlement plans, offer information and orientation on crucial aspects of life in Canada, and advocate for the rights and well-being of newcomers. Together, we can ensure that newcomers find their footing and build successful lives in Ottawa.
Education is the cornerstone of a brighter future. The MLO program facilitates connections between schools and newcomer families, supporting students' success and helping immigrant parents navigate the school system. With your help, we can ensure that our schools are welcoming environments for immigrant and refugee families, where children can thrive and fulfill their potential.
Language is the key to feeling at home and being productive in a new land. OCISO's LINC program offers free English language instruction to newcomers, helping them overcome language barriers and fully participate in Canadian society. Your support will empower newcomers to communicate, connect, and contribute to their new community.
Obtaining meaningful employment is a significant step in any newcomer's journey. The CED program provides career mentoring and networking opportunities, helping newcomers enter the workforce and understand Canadian workplace culture. Your contribution can help them build networks and develop strategies for employment, turning dreams into reality.
Life's challenges don't discriminate based on background, and for newcomers, cultural diversity can bring unique stressors. OCISO's Counseling Program provides culturally sensitive and responsive counseling to immigrants, refugees, and refugee claimants. Your donation ensures that those who have experienced trauma, torture, or persecution receive the support they need to heal and build new lives.
Our young newcomers represent the future of Ottawa. YOCISO empowers immigrant youth to gain the skills, mindset, and opportunities needed to achieve their goals. Your support enables them to overcome challenges and make meaningful contributions to Canadian society.
Our fundraising goal of $25,000 will be a catalyst for these transformative programs. Your contribution will empower newcomers to build their dreams and create a more inclusive and vibrant Ottawa. We believe that when we come together, we can achieve remarkable things.
Join us on this journey. Your donation, no matter the amount, will be a part of our shared story—a story of empowerment, hope, and inclusion. Together, we can build bridges that connect newcomers to their dreams and create a stronger, more diverse, and more inclusive Ottawa.
Thank you for being a part of this incredible narrative and for helping us empower newcomers to write their own success stories in our welcoming city.
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