Community Support
Community Resources
Essential services and support for Nigerians living in Winnipeg
Getting Started
Your Guide to Winnipeg
Whether you're a newcomer to Canada or a long-time resident, these resources can help you navigate life in Winnipeg. We've compiled essential contacts and services that are particularly valuable for our community.
Emergency Services
Critical contacts for urgent situations
Settlement Services
🗺 Key Newcomer Support Resources in Winnipeg
Manitoba Start
Central registration for newcomers; orientation; employment, language, and settlement services; help with credential recognition. 271 Portage Ave, Winnipeg.
Immigrant Centre Manitoba Inc.
Settlement services; English language support; employment services; driver education; nutrition; citizenship classes; translation / interpretation. 100 Adelaide St, Winnipeg.
CHAI Immigrant Centre Inc.
Welcomes all adult newcomers; social, language, life-skills supports; connecting with community; helps with making friends, English practice etc.
Newcomer Literacy Initiative (IRCOM)
Adult EAL / literacy classes especially for those who can't access mainstream programs due to childcare / mobility; child-friendly and community-based.
Entry Program
Settlement orientation: learning about living in Manitoba including health, laws, employment, education. Weekly or express formats.
Newcomer Employment Hub Child Care Project
Subsidized childcare spaces for newcomer families participating in employment training / job search or newly employed. Helps remove childcare barriers.
YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg — LINC
Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada. English classes for adults, including those with child care needs; helps improve English for daily life and integration.
Family Dynamics — Community Settlement Program
Settlement planning; one-on-one support; referrals; interpretation and transportation; helps families in certain postal code areas of south Winnipeg.
Marlene Street Community Resource Centre
Support for newcomer families; job search / resume help; access to computers/internet; a drop-in space.
Newcomer Ethnocultural Youth Council of Winnipeg (NEYCW)
Support for newcomer youth in areas like health & mental wellness; education & employment; legal rights; also helps with navigating services.
Immigration Partnership Winnipeg (IPW)
Doesn't directly deliver services; instead coordinates, collaborates, helps identify gaps & connect stakeholders to improve settlement/integration landscape.
City of Winnipeg – Settlement & Integration Supports
Provides links to organizations; guides for immigrants (e.g. how to settle, what services are available), info on city departments etc.
Healthcare
Medical services and health information
Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization
Healthcare navigation for newcomers
Education
Schools, training, and credential recognition
Employment
Job search and career development resources
Legal Aid
Legal assistance and information
Quick Reference Guide
New to Canada?
- • Get your SIN (Social Insurance Number) first
- • Apply for Manitoba Health Card within 3 months
- • Open a Canadian bank account
- • Register children for school
- • Find a family doctor
- • Join our newcomer orientation workshops
Important Numbers
- • Emergency: 911
- • Health Links: 204-788-8200
- • Crisis Response: 204-786-8686
- • Manitoba Health: 204-786-7101
- • Employment Manitoba: 204-945-6077
- • Legal Aid: 204-985-8500
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