Cross Cultural Learner Centre

Today, the CCLC marked an important milestone in our Doorways to Dreams campaign as we officially celebrated the groundbreaking of our affordable housing project.

Once complete, Doorways to Dreams will bring 247 new homes to London, including 102 affordable homes and 54 fully accessible homes, creating a place where individuals and families can settle, rebuild, and thrive.

We would like to thank the Honourable Rob Flack, Ontario's Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, MP Peter Fragiskatos, MP Arielle Kayabaga, Mayor Josh Morgan, MPP Terence Kernaghan, Councillor Peggy Sattler, and Councillor Susan Stevenson for joining us to mark this exciting milestone.

This project would not be possible without the support of our federal, provincial, and municipal partners. We are also deeply grateful to our generous donors and community supporters. Thanks to their leadership, we have raised $1.6 million toward our $2 million capital campaign goal.

But our work is not done.

Doorways to Dreams was created with the community in mind—to bring much-needed housing, revitalization, and support to London at a time when it is needed most. Now, the final mile is up to all of us.

Join us as we bring this vision to life and help build a stronger, more inclusive, and more prosperous London for generations to come.

Learn more and support the campaign by visiting our website: https://www.lcclc.org/doorways-to-dreams



Rob Flack Peter Fragiskatos Arielle Kayabaga Josh Morgan Terence Kernaghan Peggy Sattler Susan Stevenson, London Politics

We're looking forward to welcoming you all to Life As A Refugee 2026! Please join us at 12 PM for an afternoon filled with conversation, learning, community, and delicious food.

You don't want to miss this event. This event is free and open to everyone. Come hear the stories of resilience, learn about the refugee experience and dive deep into the ways refugees enrich our community.

Come join us - this event will be held on the 3rd floor of the Goodwill Center on 255 Horton St.

⏰ Last chance to register for Life as a Refugee 2026!

Our annual Life as a Refugee event is only one day away, and you won't want to miss it. Join us as we recognize World Refugee Day and engage in important conversations around resilience, belonging, and sustainable support for refugees and newcomers.

This year's event will feature:

- A keynote address from Alfredo Caxaj, Executive Director of Sunfest and recipient of the King Charles III Coronation Medal
- A Wellness & Wellbeing Workshop
- A panel discussion featuring settlement sector leaders
- A Refugee Voices Panel sharing stories of resilience and hope

The event is free and open to the public, and everyone is welcome.

📅 June 19, 2026
📍 Goodwill Industries, 255 Horton Street East
🕛 12:00 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.

Register today and join the conversation: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1988343828917?aff=oddtdtcreator

Life As A Refugee 2026 Join Us for Our 18th Annual Life as a Refugee Community Event In honour of World Refugee Day.

Thank you to Ann Ramundo and the Westminster College Foundation for their generous support of our Doorways to Dreams capital campaign.

Doorways to Dreams is an investment in the future of London, creating housing and opportunities for individuals and families to settle, rebuild, and thrive. We are grateful to partner with organizations that share our commitment to building healthier communities and ensuring dignity for all. The Westminster College Foundation's support of affordable housing and its vision of healthy communities make this partnership especially meaningful.

It was a pleasure to welcome Ann to CCLC and provide a tour of our facilities, giving her the opportunity to learn more about how we support newcomers and strengthen communities.

Together, we are building more than homes, we are building futures.

Learn more about Doorways to Dreams here: https://www.lcclc.org/doorways-to-dreams

Refugees are entrepreneurs, employees, neighbours, community leaders, and changemakers.

Their contributions help strengthen our economy, enrich our communities, and make London a more vibrant place to live.

Join us on June 19 for Life as a Refugee 2026: Voices of Resilience: Refugee Stories and Sustainable Support in the Settlement Space. Hear powerful stories of resilience, learn about the experiences of refugees in our community, and explore how we can build a more welcoming and inclusive London together.

🎟 Register today: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/life-as-a-refugee-2026-tickets-1988343828917?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

Fully funded summer camp spots are available for eligible children ages 7 to 15 from newcomer families.

Through a partnership with Thames Valley District School Board, eligible children can attend:

YMCA Day Camp in London
• Outdoor adventure at Fanshawe Conservation Area or Spencer Lodge
• Canoeing, kayaking, nature play, crafts and games
• Spencer Lodge is available by public transportation

Overnight Camp at Camp Queen Elizabeth
• 2-week island camp experience in Georgian Bay
• Canoeing, sailing, archery, campfires and more
• Transportation by bus is available

Camp fees are covered. Extra help with clothing and equipment may also be available.

To register:
Overnight Camp: [email protected]
Day Camp: [email protected]
For Day Camp, please say in your email that you are using TVDSB funding.

Please share this with newcomer families who may be interested.

Learning about the history of Indigenous Peoples is an important part of understanding Canada.

Our newcomer clients recently participated in a Canadian First Nations Information Session featuring the Blanket Exercise, an interactive experience that explores the histories, experiences, and resilience of Indigenous Peoples through storytelling, reflection, and discussion.

As a settlement agency, we are committed to creating opportunities for newcomers to learn, connect, and deepen their understanding of the communities they now call home.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this meaningful session.

Immigrants and refugees are an important part of our communities. They contribute to our economy, enrich our culture, and help make Canada stronger.

This World Refugee Day, we celebrate the resilience, contributions, and stories of refugees and newcomers who help shape the communities we call home.

During the National Week of Action for World Refugee Day, let's take the opportunity to learn, listen, and reflect on the experiences of those who have rebuilt their lives in Canada.

Together, we can help build communities where everyone feels welcome, safe, and has the opportunity to thrive.

Canadian Council for Refugees / Conseil canadien pour les réfugiés

Finish the school year on a high note! 📚✨

Our Homework Help Club is designed to help newcomer children and youth succeed in school by providing support with homework, assignments, and exam preparation.

Join now to build confidence, strengthen academic skills, and finish the year strong.

Date: Every Tuesday
Time: 6:00-7:00 PM
Location: 505 Dundas St.

Contact us to learn more and register! www.lcclc.org