Library Settlement Services

Edmonton Immigrant Services Association


Description
Offers settlement services to newcomers to Canada in various library locations.

Service provides:

  • settlement services to newcomers in partner library branches in Edmonton and area, St. Albert, Sherwood Park, and Fort Saskatchewan

Includes:

  • assessing needs, barriers, and assets to successful integration
  • information and resources on settlement and immigration
  • access to programs and services
  • information on Canadian culture and how to function competently in the community at-large
  • supportive counselling

Affiliation: Edmonton Public Library, Fort Saskatchewan Public Library, St. Albert Public Library, Strathcona County Library
Key Provider: social and community service workers
Eligibility
Yes, Service targeted to:
  • permanent residents
  • convention refugees
  • live-in caregivers
Application Process
Service Access: See below,  To access service:
  • contact for more information

Referral Process: No


Waiting Period: No,
Telephone
780-410-8603
Email
gpakos@eisa-edmonton.org
Languages
Arabic; Cantonese; English; French; Gujarati; Hindi; Japanese; Kurdish; Mandarin; Persian; Polish; Punjabi; Russian; Singhalese; Somali; Spanish; Swahili; Tagalog; Urdu - Services may be available in other languages. Call to confirm. Free interpretation service is available for service intake and needs assessment.
Fees
Fee: No


Fee Reduction: No


Membership Fee: No


Accessibility
Wheelchair access: Yes -
Other disabled access: Yes - Includes:
  • automatic doors
  • elevators
  • accessible parking
  • accessible washrooms
Topic(s)
Agency Information
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Last Verified On
February 10, 2025
Address
6710 118 Avenue NW
Edmonton, AB, T5B 0P3
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Hours of Operation

Program hours vary.