"I have just moved to North York and do not know anyone or how to access care and services..."
I left my home country and I'm finding that the health care system is very different here in North York and Ontario. I do not have OHIP so where should a newcomer start looking for help and information about how to access care?
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For more information on programs and services that can help in this situation, please visit the websites or call the telephone numbers listed below.
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Community Health Centres - The Toronto Central Healthline webpage has a list of Community Health Centres located in North York. These centres provide care to individuals with and without OHIP.
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OHIP and Health Insurance - This webpage provides information about the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) and what you need to apply, what is covered by OHIP and options for health care for those without OHIP.
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Toronto Health and Social Services Directory - A directory to find local health, social, and community services for newcomers, refugee claimants and non-status people in Toronto.
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Get Settled in Ontario - This Government of Ontario resource shares information about what you need to know before arriving to Canada, how to find a settlement agency and what you need to know after you arrive.
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North York Community House - This resource has several programs that support newcomers with their settlement journey in Canada.
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NewTO App - Download this new app for information on housing, language, community connection, education, health and employment service searching in Toronto.
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COSTI Immigrant Services - Community-based multicultural agency providing employment, educational, settlement and social services to all immigrant communities. Click the link or call 416-658-1600.
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Vaccines and Immunization - Government of Ontario webpage that provides information of how and when to get vaccinated or immunized to protect against preventable diseases.
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Ya Estoy Aqui - Health care navigation manuals for newcomers without health insurance to Canada and for those on Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) - available in English and Spanish)