Moving to a new country is hard. Skills for Change provides mental health support specifically designed for newcomers and refugees navigating that transition. We recognize that immigrants often experience what we call immigrant grief — the profound sense of loss when leaving behind family, culture, and familiar surroundings — and our care model is shaped to meet that reality. The Mental Health Commission of Canada reports that approximately 1 in 4 immigrants face mental health challenges, with the added stress of language barriers, lack of social support, and discrimination further exacerbating their emotional strain.
Our approach is trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and multilingual, ensuring every individual feels seen, heard, and empowered. All services are free.
You must be 16 years or older, residing in Canada, and one of the following:
If you don't fit those eligibility criteria, you're still welcome to inquire — if we can't support you with individual counselling directly, we'll work with you to explore alternative community resources and supports.
English, Hindi, Nepali, Gujarati, Marathi, Malayalam, and Tamil.
All services are free.
mentalhealth@skillsforchange.org · (416) 658-3101