Empowering Individuals, Supporting Families, Strengthening Durham Region for more than 50 years.
Standing Together Against Anti-Black Racism, Anti-Asian Racism and Anti-Indigenous Racism and Committing To Social Change
We need your help!
We are looking for your gently used winter clothing and furniture.
Your donations will go
towards helping newcomers’ immigrant, refugees, and low-income families.
Click to open the flyers for details and items needed:
Furniture Donation Flyer
Winter Clothing Donation Flyer
For more information please speak with Donette Ambris at 905-686-2661 Ext: 220 or email, dambris@cdcd.org
Wellness Together Durham
Wellness checks and workshops for immigrants and newcomers.
Mental Health Mondays
Do you need someone to talk to? A community mental health worker can help you.
In person appointments available every Monday afternoon at the Ajax Welcome Centre.
1:00pm – 3:30pm
To make an appointment call:
1-877-761-1155 Toll Free
647-925-8929 Local
Newcomer Women’s Entrepreneurship Program.
Are you new to Canada and want to start your own business? We are offering an Entrepreneurship Program for all newcomer women in the Durham Region.
Newcomer Youth Services
Open to all youth aged 14-29 who identify as a newcomer to Canada. Services provide a variety of free activities including:
- Recreational and fitness activities
- Leadership and life-skills
- Education and employment
- Health and wellness support
- Volunteer support and community engagement
- Information, resources and referrals
Durham COVID-19 Non-Profit Response
A project intended to determine how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted Durham Region’s Non-Profit sector, and how we can collectively plan for the future.
Durham Living Wage
The Living Wage in Durham is part of a greater movement across Canada which calculates what it takes for a family or an individual to earn a decent living.
Reports
In 2016, CDCD conducted its first Living Wage study and also became a Durham Living Wage employer.
CDCD’s 2021 Durham Living Wage report is now available for download.
One-on-One
Computer Training
- Microsoft Office
- Email Accounts
- Social Media Accounts
- Video Conferencing
- Financial Transactions
- Internet Safety
Housing Outreach Services
Every 2nd & 3rd Wednesday
Meet with volunteers and other newcomers of all ages to practice English and learn about the community.
Oshawa Library Main Branch
Service Update: The offices of CDCD and Welcome Centre are now open for walk-in and in-person appointments. Please note virtual appointments by phone, email, and video conferencing will continue to be available.
How Can We Help You Today?
If you or someone you know needs help or information, please call or email the department listed below. To leave a voice message make sure you clearly state your name, number and reason for calling.
We will follow up with you within 24 hours, Monday to Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Services are available in person (walk-in and by appointment), telephone, email or video conferencing.
| Service | Phone / Contact |
|---|---|
| Welcome Centre Immigrant Services – Ajax | 1-877-761-1155 or awc@welcomecentre.ca |
| Settlement Services | 1-877-761-1155 |
| Community Connections | 905-686-2661 Ext 103 |
| Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) | 905-686-2661 Ext 122 |
| Housing Help Durham | 905.686.2661 Ext 227 or housinghelp@cdcd.org |
| Community Development | 905.686.2661 Ext 119 |
CDCD is committed to ensuring the health and safety of our clients, volunteers, staff and community partners, as well as maintaining a secure environment for everyone.
