YMCA of Southwestern Ontario
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YMCA Westmount Education Centre

Find us
519-907-0052
785 Wonderland Road South, London
ON N6K 1M6
Hours
Sunday
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Walk in Hours
Mon - Fri 8:45am-4:30pm & 5:45-8:30pm
Sat - Sun Closed
Man at the Y Newcomer Services Man at the Y Newcomer Services

Welcome to YMCA Newcomer Services in London

At YMCA, we are here to help you take your next step with confidence. If you are new to Canada our London team is ready to support you with care, respect, and understanding.

Our services are free to eligible participants, and you are welcome here. You can receive support with settling into life in Canada, including help with forms, community services, work permits, English classes, and understanding your options.

We know that starting fresh can feel overwhelming. That’s why we take time to listen, explain things clearly, and connect you to the right supports. You don’t have to do this alone − the Y is a place of community, here to help you feel supported, connected, and ready to move forward together.

English Classes

Literacy to CLB 4 offered at this location!
Class times: Monday to Friday from 9:00am-11:30am,  12:30pm-3:00pm, and 6:00pm-8:30pm
*CNC Available for eligible clients enrolled in English Classes
*Transportation Support for eligible clients enrolled in English Classes

Orientation Services

For immigrants who are Permanent Residents or Convention Refugees, providing help and information in regards to immigration, government forms and services, community and social services, education, housing, employment and getting connected with others in the community.

Contact Us

Walk In Hours: 8:45am to 4:30pm and 5:45pm to 8:30pm

Main Office Contact: 519-907-5500 X 5400

Wageha Soltan at  226-559-7998, or by email wageha.soltan@ymcaswo.ca 
Carla Faria at 226-577-4594, or by email carla.faria@ymcaswo.ca 

Newcomer Woman

Dalal's Y Story

“The YMCA has been my second home since I came to Canada. It’s where I found people interested in helping me and who cared about my goals. I have gone through a lot of hardships since my arrival to the new country and I felt alone, isolated and afraid for the future. In the past 6 years, the YMCA and its team were here for me. I have walked baby steps to learn the English language, but at one point I couldn’t improve it more; I have attended many sessions and activities just to stay involved in my community and learn more about my new home. Two years ago, I applied for my Canadian citizenship and It was not successful, the test was so hard for me. But after three attempts to pass the test, I needed someone to walk with me and encourage me to take the test again for the fourth time before I dropped everything. The YMCA Newcomers services assisted me another time and… I just did the test and I passed it. This was the best time of my life; it was actually mixed with tears of joy and pride. I was able to achieve my goal with the encouragement of the people who witnessed my citizenship journey in Canada.”

- Dalal M.

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