Canadian Connections: Welcoming Refugees Home

In August 2021, planeloads of evacuated refugees fleeing the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan began arriving in Toronto. With nothing but the clothing on their backs, and little to no documentation, government agencies contracted to process and settle the new arrivals fell far short of their mandate. Canadian Connections was formed to help fill in the gaps. Beyond providing immediate tangible needs (e.g., clothing, food, personal hygiene products, support with medical appointments) we aim to foster connections between newcomers and Canadian people, resources and organizations that can help. OUR MISSION To provide meaningful, low-barrier settlement support to refugees navigating new lives in Canada. OUR VISION We envision a Canada that embraces refugees, values their contribution to the social and economic fabric of our country, and eases their integration so that they feel supported to be who they want to be. OUR VALUES People come first: No matter the project, goal or c...