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[July 2012 In the Field] MCI Call for Proposals

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In the Field

The Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration (MCI) will be releasing an open Call for Proposals (CFP) in early July 2012 for delivery of the Newcomer Settlement Program (NSP) across Ontario beginning April 2013.

The goal of the program is to support the successful settlement and integration of newcomers to Ontario. The program is delivered by a province-wide network of non-profit agencies that assist newcomers in settling and integrating into communities across Ontario.

[July 2012 In the Field] CIC Call for Proposals

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In the Field

Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) is expected to issue a national Call for Proposals (CFP) by the first week in August, and an announcement is expected within the next few weeks. Applications are to be submitted online.


OCASI has agreed to facilitate the development of a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document by sharing questions with CIC that member agencies may have about the CFP.

We encourage you to send in your questions to us!

[July 2012 In the Field] Member Feature - Mennonite New Life Centre

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In the Field

Mennonite New Life Centre The Mennonite New Life Centre is a community based settlement agency, offering a broad range of programs and services for newcomers to Canada. It is a place of welcome, friendship and community, where newcomers and neighbours gather to support each other, learn from each other, and take action together for a more just and compassionate society.

Best Year Ever for Settlement.Org

OCASI's Settlment.Org website for newcomers to Ontario had its' busiest year ever!

From April 1st, 2011 to March 31, 2012 the popular website had the following amazing numbers:

  • Visits: 1,773,004
  • Unique Visits: 1,396,412
  • Page Views: 4,764,764

The website's continued success is a testament to the hardworking staff and dedicated settlement workers who have made this site a part of their daily work.

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