WelcomeOntario was created immediately after the government’s announcement. The goal of the website was to provide information about sponsoring programs and orientation for people who wanted to donate goods, housing, or to volunteer to support the newly arrived refugees. WelcomeOntario was also used as a platform to share Arabic content and resources, as well as news and events related to the private sponsorship of refugees. WelcomeOntario also offered a mapping tool that had curated lists of organizations uniquely suited to help this incoming group. It also provided a Discussion Forum for Lifeline Syria members to discuss and collaborate.
