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University Settlement is a multi-service agency that was founded in 1910 and has the distinction of being the first community-based social service centre in the City of Toronto. University Settlement’s four offices are part of culturally rich and vibrant neighborhoods in downtown Toronto and North York. As an active member of these diverse communities, University Settlement helps individuals and families to learn and grow by engaging them in social, cultural, recreational and educational opportunities. University Settlement is committed to enhancing the quality of life of the people in the communities we serve through our many programs and services. With a full-time and part-time staff of approximately 150, University Settlement has developed programs to address the needs of more than 30,000 users annually through diverse areas such as settlement services, English language classes, employment counseling, senior services, youth programming, homeless programs, music and arts education, and daycare. In addition, our main site hosts a full recreation centre with a pool, gym and nautilus facilities.
University Settlement has extensive experience and expertise in providing services and programs to meet community needs. Our services are directed at helping individuals and families live full lives and assisting individuals in identifying and meeting personal goals – whether it is to find housing, obtain employment, learn English or get fit and stay healthy. University Settlement offers a wide range of social services to individuals and families in our community with a focus on assisting newcomers to adapt to Canada.
In addition, our many annual festivals and celebrations provide opportunities for the community to come together to honor and celebrate the traditions and customs of the diverse communities we serve. Annually, we host a Chinese Lunar New Year, Black and Women’s History Month events, Iranian Norouz New Year Celebration as well as our summ
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