Our Programs
PIRS programs help immigrant and refugee women and children:
- Become active participants in Canadian society
- Learn about their communities and themselves
- Build a strong foundation for success
Get support
All English Levels / In-person, online, and other
One-on-One support for newcomer women who are asylum seekers and/or refugee claimants.
Educational Bursaries and Awards
PIRS bursaries help participants fund courses to upgrade their skills for work.
Adapt to life in Canada
All English Levels / In-person or online For parents and children (ages 3-8)
All English Levels / In-person or online For parents and children (ages 0-5)
All English Levels / Online For parents and children (ages 6-13)
All English Levels / In-person or online For parents and children (ages 0-18 months)
All English Levels / In-person or online For parents and children (ages 3-5)
Food Skills for Immigrant and Refugee Women
All English Levels / In-person For parents and children (ages 18 months-5 years)
Learn English
Community English Classes for Women
Beginner English / In-person and online
Lower Intermediate English / In-person
Get training and build leadership
Higher Intermediate English / Online
Childcare Leadership Group (CLG)
Higher Intermediate English / In-person and online
Immigrant Women’s Advisory Committee (IWAC)
Higher Intermediate English / In-person and online
Pathways to Childcare Careers Program
Intermediate English / In-person and online
Early Childhood Education Assistant Training
Higher Intermediate English / In-person
“I feel more comfortable when my kids ask me to play with them. I am more open to listen and observe their needs.”
– Parenting program participant