New possibilities nurtured here

A sense of belonging. The knowledge and skills to participate fully in the community. An opportunity to learn and grow and fulfill potential. These are the hopes and dreams of newcomers to Canada, and many others who live in Regent Park, Moss Park and St. Jamestown, as well as other neighbourhoods across Toronto. The Centre for Community Learning & Development helps members of these communities make a strong, new start. Our training helps individuals get established and engaged. And we connect them with opportunities to build stronger communities.

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Click Here to view our Theory of Change for 2013-2018

Our Theory of Change for 2013-2018 illustrates how we are committed to building individual and community capacity through our adult education, leadership development and technical assistance programs and partnerships.

Ambar steps up on behalf of Moss Park

When Ambar and her husband came to Canada they settled in the Moss Park community of Toronto...

What education can do

Holly joined the Academic Skills Upgrading program to improve her literacy and employability skills...

My parents immigrated to Canada when I was 3 years old, so that my brother and I could have a brighter future. I have seen first-hand how difficult it is for immigrants to integrate and find a sense of belonging, and the sacrifices they have made for their children is beyond courageous and admirable. On behalf of my generation and those that will follow, thank you newcomer parents. All we can do is to give back to you."
Alison Chan, Manager – Operations and Development
One thing I learned in the Immigrant Women Integration Program (IWIP) was how to be comfortable with public speaking. Also we needed to become more technical, which I didn’t know about before. This training makes me feel more confidence, and now I know I can handle these things”
Fahmida Hossain, IWIP student
I would urge people to seek higher knowledge and have a positive outlook in life so that your future in this world and the world to come would be much brighter. At CCL&D you can increase your knowledge in so many different fields. Take the opportunity and join their programs and make a meaningful contribution to yourself and your society."
Gideon Buntyng, Academic Upgrading student

New possibilities nurtured here

Ambar steps up on behalf of Moss Park

What education can do

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