Community Support Services Program

Community Support Services Program

In This Section

• Program Description
• Am I eligible?
• Where is the service provided?
• How much will it cost?
• How do I access this program?
• Who do I contact for more info?
• Program Outcomes

Program Description

The Community Support Services Program (CSSP) provides information and referral services for temporary residents authorized by Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada to legally work in Canada (except for Refugee Claimants) in order to address a variety of issues pertaining to the workplace, living in Canada, Immigration and Permanent Residence.

Am I eligible?

All temporary residents legally authorized to work in Canada can access our services.

Where is the service provided?

All services can be accessed at the Immigrant Services office at 703 2^nd Ave South, Lethbridge.  Some program activities (presentations, information sessions etc.) may take place at other facilities/partner organizations.

How much will it cost?

Assistance offered is free-of-charge and any information collected is protected under Canadian privacy laws.
The CSSP is funded in full by the Government of Alberta

How do I access this program?

Call Graydon Burbank 403-320-1589 to make an appointment with the CSSP Practitioner to access services.

Who do I contact for more info?

Contact Graydon Burbank at 403-320-1589 and ask to speak to a Community Support Services Program practitioner.

Program Outcomes

Clients of the Community Support Services Program have access to workshops and one-on-one sessions that provide up to date information required for workers to become more self sufficient, including:

• information about government regulations for foreign workers and workers’ rights;
• employment;
• referral to the Temporary Foreign Workers Advisory Office;
• information on paths to permanent residence;
• information regarding work permit renewals, obtaining visa applications,  taxes, Social Insurance numbers, Alberta Healthcare, accreditation of foreign training and much more.

When required, clients will also be referred to the appropriate outside organizations and experts for help to address more complex situations

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