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JCFS acts as the regional
arm of Jewish
Immigrant Aid Services of Canada, a nationally based organization whose mandate is to serve Jewish immigrants and refugees to Canada.
Before you arrive in Canada, contact JCFS to let us know of your plans to come to Winnipeg and what we can do to help upon your arrival.
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What to Expect When You Arrive
Resettlement
Services
The Jewish Child and Family Service Resettlement Worker will meet with you and your family for an initial orientation to Winnipeg, to assess your needs and explain what services and programs are available to you and your family and assist you in:
- support to deal with the many stresses of the relocation and adjustment to a new cultural and social environment.
- making appropriate housing arrangements.
- applying for and obtaining necessary documents, e.g., Social Insurance card, Manitoba Health card.
- contacting and connecting you with schools and/or day care centres for your children.
- arranging for English as an Additional Language classes (EAL).
- referring you to various professional programs.
- job searching efforts.
- arranging for membership to the Rose and Max Rady Jewish Community Centre (RJCC), as well as connecting you to other Jewish community organizations.
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 Vocational
Services
In partnership with the Jewish Federation of Winnipeg, JCFS will provide employment related services, supports and counselling through:
- helping you prepare for the job application process.
- support with the job interview process.
- referral to employment service agencies in Winnipeg.
- identifying local employment resources.
- finding and applying to educational and training programs.
- networking (helping you meet other people in the community involved in your field of work).
Integration Services
The JCFS Integration Worker will assist you and your family in becoming part of the Winnipeg Jewish community.
In cooperation with the Jewish Federation of Winnipeg and other Jewish community organizations, JCFS plays a part in helping newcomers make new friends in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. Opportunities to participate in community activities and events are encouraged. Some social and educational events are planned for adults, while others are organized for the whole family.
You will be introduced to the resources available to Jewish families such as: schools, synagogues, children and youth programs, camps, kosher facilities, etc.
JCFS organizes seminars and workshops on topics that are of interest to newcomers. These sessions are offered free of charge. Topics chosen are designed to make the transition into Canadian life easier.
We are located at the Asper Jewish Community Campus. Please call our offices at 477-7430 to book an appointment or to be directed to the Resettlement or Integration workers.
One way to help others in our community is by volunteering your time. Sometime in the future you may want to become a volunteer and help strengthen the lives of others in our community. Contact the Manager of Volunteer Services at 477-7430 to find out how you can become involved.
Jewish Child and Family
Service Can Help.
Call us today: (204) 477-7430.
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