Successfully settling into life in a new city, in a new country, can be challenging. But you don’t have to navigate the process alone. If you need support, there are community resources that can help you with every part of what it takes to settle in Saint John. Find the exact community supports you need below. For a customized list of available services visit the Saint John Services Navigator.
Community Services
The Saint John Newcomers Centre settlement advisors guide individuals and families through the process of creating a settlement plan. Each customized plan is built according to the newcomer’s specific needs and immigration status. Their advisors will also recommend attending one of the Centre’s many programs and events that connect newcomers to the local community and foster positive integration into their new home.
The Saint John Region New Resident Guide is available for download and print. It is a valuable resource that you can bring with you as you settling into your new community. This guide includes information on settling in the Saint John Region and is available at several locations throughout the community. From housing and transportation, language services, education, employment, and even the weather and special events, we hope this guide will help you find what you are looking for.
The YMCA of Southwest New Brunswick provides language assistance, information sessions to get to know your new community better, settlement advice and assistance, employment support, and an opportunity to build new connections.