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The Immigrant Education Department is here to help you make the transition to life, education and work in Canada. That includes help
with language, bridging programs, and PLAR (Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition).
In addition, there is access to child care, right here on campus.
Early Childhood Lab Schools give priority to your children.
George Brown College operates nine child care centres and priority is given to children of George Brown students. Full-time students can get
subsidies, but spaces are limited and the waiting list for each centre is long. Students who are eligible can apply for subsidy through Toronto
Children Services at 416-392-5437 or www.toronto.ca/children. 
Casa Loma Child Care Centre, George Brown College
160 Kendal, Toronto, ON M5R 1X1
Esther Exton Child Care Centre, Baycrest Geriatric Centre
3560 Bathurst Street, Toronto, ON M6Z 2E1
Queen Street Child Care Centre, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
1001 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON M6J 1H4
Richmond/Adelaide Child Care Centre
111 Richmond Street West, Toronto, ON M5H 2H5
Rose Avenue Child Care Centre
675 Ontario Avenue, Toronto, ON M4X 1N4
Ryerson Public School, School Age Program, Toronto District School Board
96 Denison Avenue, Toronto, ON M5T 1E4
Scotia Plaza Child Care Centre
104 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M5C 1T2
University of Toronto, Child Care "on Charles Street"
35 Charles Street West, Toronto, ON M4Y 1R6
Waterpark Place Child Care Centre
20 Bay Street, Toronto, ON M5J 2N8
Learn more about our Early Childhood Lab Schools.
Plus, here’s a helpful set of links for newcomers to Toronto.
Toronto.ca
Toronto’s official website is
a good place to start. It contains information on community events; Public Health; Maps, Cycling Information, Various Attractions, Emergency Health
Updates and more.
Settlement Organizations
As a newcomer to Canada there are a number of settlement organizations might be able to provide you with some useful information and support
to make your adjustment as easy as possible. Here are some good places to start:
www.settlement.org/site/FIRSTDAYS/home.asp
www.toronto.ca/culture/index.htm
Public Libraries
Check out the Toronto Public Library location
nearest you for books, materials, internet as well as a number of excellent offerings that include programs for multicultural communities; children;
ESL classes and more.
Volunteering
Volunteer activities are plentiful, and participation enables you to become involved and be an active member of the community.
www.volunteertoronto.ca/
www.toronto.ca/special_events/volunteer.htm
bbnc.cciorg.ca/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?pid=276
www.canadaworldyouth.org/en/
www.cuso-vso.org/
Major Attractions
Toronto is home to a number of wonderful attractions and experiences. Here are a few suggestions to get you started:
Royal Ontario Museum
The Art Gallery of Ontario
The Royal Alexandra Theatre
The CN Tower
Toronto Island
The Rogers Centre
The Air Canada Centre
Sony Centre for the Performing Arts
Canadian National Exhibition
Ontario Place
The Toronto Zoo
Fort York
The Hockey Hall of Fame
Museums Cultural Centres and Art Galleries
www.toronto.ca/culture/museums/index.htm
www.ago.net
www.toronto.ca/culture/culturalcentres.htm
Parks and Gardens
www.toronto.ca/parks/parks_gardens.htm
www.toronto.ca/parks/torontofun/index.htm
Sports and Recreation
www.toronto.net/Sports_and_Recreation.html
Farmer’s Markets / Fresh Food Markets
There are a number of Farmer’s Markets taking place all over the city. Check out the link below to find one near you—or explore a
new neighborhood while stocking up on some healthy food!
wx.toronto.ca/festevents.nsf/farmers+markets?openform
Interesting Toronto Facts
www.toronto.ca/toronto_facts/index.htm
www.toronto.ca/tapto/index.htm
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