Our Programs
Newcomers & Settlement Support
The program is designed to help immigrants and refugees integrate into Canadian society by supporting newcomers with language services, employment, housing, and access to social services. Our program includes one-on-one counselling, referrals to community resources, and information sessions to help newcomers overcome initial barriers and become active participants in Canadian society. We facilitate life skills and educational workshops to empower newcomers through knowledge and implementation.
Women & Girls Empowerment
This program empowers women and girls through education and advocacy. We facilitate workshops on Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and Economic Empowerment. Every year we celebrate women at the United Nations, International Women’s Day by hosting one of the largest gatherings of African International Women’s Day Event in Toronto.
Children & Youth Development
Children and Youth This program aims to support children in empowering skills development and self-awareness. Our youth program holds life skill workshops and mentorship support. The program aims to improve the social and economic well-being of the youth in marginalised communities.
Seniors Outreach
This program empowers seniors to live their best lives as they age. Our seniors program facilitates home visits for isolated seniors, delivers culturally appropriate food and helps with light housework. M.E. Initiative also facilitates educational life skills workshops on topics like nutrition, self-care, fraud prevention and ageism awareness
What Our Community
Says About Us
Real stories from people whose lives we have touched.
Maarifa Empowerment Initiative welcomed us with warmth when we arrived in Canada. The workshops, referrals, and one-on-one guidance helped us settle faster and feel part of a community. We are truly grateful.
Attending the International Women’s Day program changed my life. I gained knowledge on economic empowerment and learned that I am not alone. Maarifa’s support gave me confidence and a network of strong women.
As a senior living alone, I often felt isolated. Maarifa’s volunteers visit me, bring culturally familiar food, and check on my well-being. Their kindness reminds me that I am valued and not forgotten.