About the ANC

The Association for New Canadians (ANC) is a non-profit, community-based organization delivering settlement and integration services to immigrants and refugees in Newfoundland and Labrador.

For more than 40 years, the Association has delivered programs and services that support all aspects of immigrant integration, ranging from settlement information and orientation to language learning, skills development and employment.

Highlights of programs/services offered:

  • Resettlement Assistance Program (RAP)
  • Settlement, Orientation, and Integration Services
  • English as a Second Language (ESL) Training Program (Language Instruction for Immigrants to Canada)
  • Child and Youth Programs (CAYP)
  • Career and Employment Services
  • Language for Work Program (Education and Support for Employment)
  • Settlement Outreach/Distance Supports
  • Volunteer/Community Connections Program
  • Translation/Interpretation Services (in over 60 languages)
  • Specialized Programming for Women/Men/Children/Youth/Young Adults/Seniors/Stay-at-Home Mothers
  • Diversity Training/Public Education
  • Designated Service Provider for the Atlantic Immigration Pilot (AIP)
  • Designated Sponsorship Agreement Holder (Private Sponsorship of Refugees Program)

Mission

The mission of the Association for New Canadians is to settle and integrate immigrants, and to empower them with the skills, knowledge and information necessary to become independent, contributing members of the community and country.

Vision

The Province of Newfoundland and Labrador is a welcoming community where immigrants can easily integrate into the social and economic fabric, where their contributions are recognized by the greater population and where they feel comfortable settling for an extended period.

Values

As an organization, the ANC values inclusiveness, respect for others, dignity, integrity, empowerment, independence, and equality. The organization holds itself accountable to its clients, funders, and employees by honouring its commitments, striving for the highest quality of service and fostering community awareness on the benefits of immigration, multiculturalism and cultural diversity.

Land Acknowledgement

With deep respect and gratitude, we acknowledge that ANC offices are located on traditional Beothuk, Mi’kmaq, Innu, and Inuit territories. As newcomers to Ktaqmkuk (Newfoundland) & Labrador, we commit to collective healing, true reconciliation, and land-honoring.