Community Engagement

You can call CCSYR at 905-770-7040, email ccsyr@ccsyr.org, or book an appointment online at ccsyr.org/booking. You can also use the contact form on this page.
CCSYR offers dedicated online study groups for IMGs preparing for the MCCQE1 and NAC OSCE exams, as well as peer networking and professional community-building activities for IENs. CCSYR has supported internationally educated health professionals since 2010.
Yes. The Empowering Mastering You well-being program runs online every Tuesday evening, 6:30–7:30 PM. IEHP study groups (MCCQE1 and NAC OSCE preparation) also run online in the evenings, Monday through Thursday, 7:00–9:00 PM.
Programs run at multiple Welcome Centres across York Region — including Richmond Hill, Newmarket, Vaughan, and Markham — as well as at public libraries including Aurora Public Library and Richvale Library. Some programs are also available online.
No. English Conversation Circles and Learn English Through Art sessions are specifically designed to help participants improve their English in a welcoming, low-pressure environment. You do not need fluent English to join.
Yes — most programs are free for eligible newcomers. Contact CCSYR to learn more about eligibility and registration.
Programs are open to newcomers, immigrants, internationally educated professionals, and newcomer families in York Region. Most IRCC-funded programs are available to eligible newcomers. Contact CCSYR to confirm your eligibility for specific activities.
Community Engagement at CCSYR includes programs that help newcomers build English communication skills, professional networks, social connections, and access to community resources. Programs include English Conversation Circles, IEHP Study Groups, One-to-One Family Matching, Well-Being Navigation activities, and Indigenous-Newcomer Connection events.
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