Through culturally responsive food access and supportive services, we empower individuals and families to move from immediate need toward long-term stability.
Settlement Orientation & Life in Canada
This service helps newcomers understand everyday life in Canada, including social systems, community expectations, and available public services. Participants gain practical knowledge that helps them navigate daily life with confidence and clarity.
Support includes
Orientation to life in Canada and community norms
Information on healthcare, education, housing, and transportation
Understanding rights, responsibilities, and available supports
Focus: Informed settlement and confident integration.
Financial Empowerment
The Financial Empowerment service helps individuals and families build financial knowledge and confidence to support household stability. Sessions are practical, accessible, and culturally responsive.
Support includes
Budgeting and household financial planning
Understanding banking and financial services in Canada
Credit awareness and debt management
Financial goal-setting
Focus: Economic confidence and long-term stability.
Food Security & Community Integration
This service combines dignified food access with opportunities for community connection. Participants receive culturally appropriate food support while being introduced to programs and resources that strengthen social inclusion.
Support includes
Access to culturally appropriate food supports
Community connection and engagement opportunities
Referrals to complementary services
Focus: Immediate food security and community belonging.
Understanding Migration and Settling in Canada
This service helps participants understand the migration journey and the settlement process in Canada. It provides context, clarity, and reassurance for individuals adjusting to a new country.
Support includes
Understanding the migration and settlement process
Managing cultural adjustment and transition
Information on immigration pathways and status awareness (non-legal)
Access to trusted community resources
Focus: Informed adjustment and emotional resilience.
Settlement Navigation & Referrals
The Settlement Navigation & Referrals service connects individuals and families to appropriate community services and supports. This service ensures participants are not navigating systems alone.
Support includes
One-on-one navigation support
Referrals to housing, healthcare, education, and employment services
Follow-up support to ensure successful connections
Focus: Coordinated support and continuity of care.
Advance Digital Literacy
The Advanced Digital Literacy service supports participants in strengthening essential digital skills for daily life, employment, and accessing services in Canada. The program is designed to build confidence, reduce digital barriers, and improve participants’ ability to navigate online systems independently.
Support Includes
Computer, smartphone, and tablet skill development
Email setup, online communication, and virtual meeting tools
Accessing online services, applications, and portals
Completing online forms and job applications
Online safety, privacy awareness, and digital responsibility
Focus: Digital confidence, independence, and access to economic and social opportunities.
Together, these services support individuals and families in meeting immediate needs, building skills, and moving toward long-term stability and community belonging
Need support?
Book an appointment by phone at 780-477-8220 or email us at info@acfoodbank.ca
