Syrian Canadian Foundation (The)

Site: Mississauga

Record #: OAK0283
Last Full Update: 18 Jul 2025

Contact Information

Office Phone 647-784-2136
E-Mail info@syriancanadianfoundation.ca
Website https://syriancanadianfoundation.ca
Contact Form https://syriancanadianfoundation.ca/contact-us/
Social Media Facebook Facebook, Instagram Instagram, LinkedIn LinkedIn, X (Twitter) X (Twitter)
Primary Contact Suzanne Muir, Director of Operations; Email: suzanne@syriancanadianfoundation.ca
Alternate Contact SCF Project Coordinator; Phone: 647-530-9155

Agency Information

Description (Agency)

A Foundation aiming to accelerate newcomers' ability to thrive in Canadian society

Legal Status (50) Non Profit
Established 2016
Primary Executive Marwa Khobieh, Executive Director
Funding Provincial ; Grants ; Donations

Description and Service Details

Description (Service)

Engages with partners and volunteers to build welcoming communities and culturally customized services for Syrian newcomers and other diverse communities

Sawa

  • a women’s wellness program dedicated to fostering mental well-being and a sense of belonging among Arabic-speaking newcomer women
  • a supportive community where women can find the help and encouragement they need in Canada

Youth in Skilled Trades

  • aims to empower diverse youth with opportunities for meaningful long-term employment in the skilled trades sector, particularly in construction and home renovation
  • for youth age 15-29, primarily newcomers and refugees from racialized and underrepresented communities in the Greater Toronto Area

Skilled Trade Licencing and Employment

  • This program provides refugess in Ontario with prior skilled trades experiece help to obtain the necessary licenses and access to support to secure meaningful employment in their field.

N.E.W Venture

  • Newcomer Entrepreneur Women’s (N.E.W) Venture is a program designed to empower newcomer and refugee women, provide a path to economic and social integration, by creating opportunities for income stability, expanding social and business networks and developing overall confidence and sense of belonging
  • for more information contact, newventure@syriancanadianfoundation.ca

Women in Civic Engagement (WICE)

  • dedicated to empowering women to actively participate in civic activities in their communities and in the broader political landscape
  • program provides education, resources, and support to women, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to engage effectively in various civic endeavors
Hours

Office Mon-Fri 9 am-6 pm

Areas Served Greater Toronto Area ; Halton Region ; Peel Region ; Toronto
Eligibility Ages: 15 year(s) and up 
 
Varies by program, see website
Application

Register through website

Languages English ; Arabic
Fees None

Site Information

Located In Community Mississauga
Address & Map
4230 Sherwoodtowne Blvd
Mississauga, ON L4Z 2G6
 
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Intersection Rathburn Rd and Hurontario St
Physical Access Fully Accessible

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