The Mosaic Newcomer Family Resource Network provides: “Nobody’s Perfect” Parent Groups and parenting programs Family literacy reading with your kids Help for newcomers to adjust to life in Canada so that they can become active members of their new community (child-minding available) Contact/Address Information: Address: 397 Carlton Street Phone: 204-774-7311 Email: vcavers@mosaicnet.ca Website: www.mosaicnet.ca *4 locations in […]Continue readingMosaic Newcomer Family Resource Network
Health for Newcomers
Your health is the most important thing that you have. If you or someone you know is experiencing a health problem, it is important to seek help right away. Seeking help early can help to prevent symptoms from getting out of control.
The resources and programs listed in this section include:
- Finding a doctor (if you do not have one)
- Support for adjusting to new life in Canada
- Medical care and counselling
- Workshops
- Support for disabilities and more
*For crisis support, please see the banner at the top or click here.
Mount Carmel Clinic – Multicultural Wellness Program
Mount Carmel Clinic offers: Counselling for newcomers City-wide services available in several languages Support during cultural adaptation Bus tickets, child care and snacks provided for Mount Carmel programs Low-cost dental program Contact/Address Information: Address: 886 Main Street Phone: 204-589-9447 or 204-589-9426 Email: cross_cultural@mountcarmel.ca Website: www.mountcarmel.caContinue readingMount Carmel Clinic – Multicultural Wellness Program
Nor-West Co-op/Community Health
The Nor-West Co-op/Community Health provides: Medical care and counselling Programs for families, youth, parenting, and newcomers Contact/Address Information: Address: 785 Keewatin Street Phone: 204-938-5900 Website: www.norwestcoop.caContinue readingNor-West Co-op/Community Health
Pluri-elles
Pluri-elles offers: Help for French-speaking men, women, and children Help with job searches and employability Counselling and support; help with literacy and budgeting Contact/Address Information: Address: 114-420 Rue Des Meurons Phone: 204-233-1735 Website: www.pluri-elles.mb.ca Continue readingPluri-elles
Rainbow Resource Centre
The Rainbow Resource Centre serves Manitoba’s gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and two spirit community. The centre offers: A resource library Free drop-in counselling Support group meetings (men, women, youth, parents) Contact/Address Information: Address: 170 Scott Street Phone: 204-474-0212 ext. 201 Website: www.rainbowresourcecentre.orgContinue readingRainbow Resource Centre
Sexuality Education Resource Centre (SERC)
The Sexuality Education Resource Centre offers: Free workshops for parents, families and community groups Information and resources on family planning, sexual health and family communication Referral to other services Contact/Address Information: Address: 200 – 226 Osborne Street North Phone: 204-982-7800 Email: info@serc.mb.ca Website: www.serc.mb.caContinue readingSexuality Education Resource Centre (SERC)
Society for Manitobans with Disabilities (SMD)
The Society for Manitobans with Disabilities Ethnocultural Program helps newcomers with disabilities access services in the community. Contact/Address Information: Address: 825 Sherbrook Street Phone: 204-975-3010 Website: www.smd.mb.caContinue readingSociety for Manitobans with Disabilities (SMD)