Allies for Refugee Integration is a project funded by IRCC, aiming to foster collaboration between settlement service providers and sponsors to offer the best support for privately sponsored refugees throughout their settlement process in Canada.

Do you have a question or a comment? Take a look at our FAQ or send us a message. If you are looking to volunteer your time or make donations, please connect with a local settlement services provider.

The WelcomeOntario website was created to provide trustworthy information to sponsored refugees, private sponsors and settlement service providers in Ontario. This bilingual website was created and is maintained by OCASI, the Ontario Council of Agencies Serving Immigrants, whose mission is to achieve equality, access and full participation for immigrants and refugees in every aspect of Canadian Life.

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WelcomeOntario is an information hub where settlement service providers, private sponsors and refugees can find everything they need to know about the settlement of privately sponsored refugees in Ontario.