A process in which structural changes are made as part of a broader learning, monitoring, and evaluation framework that responds to and anticipates the evolving needs of an organization. Inherent in this process is the act of leveraging resources in a sustainable manner to positively impact and benefit stakeholders.
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Accessibility Program
OCASI's Accessibility Initiative (AI) allows settlement sector employees to acquire new skills and knowledge in areas related to service provision to immigrants with disabilities.Last updated Nov 5, 2024
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Course/Training
Solidarity Between Immigrant, Refugee and Indigenous Peoples: A Focus on Gender-Based Violence
The objective is to develop skills to promote solidarity between migrant and Indigenous Peoples in the context of providing settlement services.Last updated Jul 29, 2024
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Best Practices/Practical Guide
Organizational culture
An organization's culture defines the proper way to behave within the organization.Last updated Jul 29, 2024
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Research/Dataset
Five Pillars of People Risk
The Five Pillars of People Risk: Managing risks for workforce and business resillience, examines the greatest people threats facing employers today.Last updated Jul 29, 2024
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Tool
UNHCR - Refugee-led Innovation Fund
The Refugee-led Innovation Fund champions the creativity of all displaced and stateless people.Last updated Jul 29, 2024
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Glossary/Factsheet
Changes to EI sickness benefits
On December 18, 2022, the Canadian government increased the number of weeks that workers can get Employment Insurance (EI) sickness benefits. Workers who started their claims on or after December 18 can get up to 26 weeks of benefits. For claims started before that date, workersLast updated Jan 19, 2023
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Tool
OCMS - OCASI Client Management System (for the Immigrant and Refugee Serving Sector)
The OCASI Client Management System (OCMS) is your sector preferred client management system developed with and for you. This is your ticket to an efficient and more accurate way to serve your clients.Last updated Jan 16, 2023
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Course/Training
Addressing Anti-Indigenous Racism in the Immigrant and Refuge-Serving Sector
OCASI is pleased to open registration for the upcoming self-directed online course on Addressing Anti-Indigenous Racism in the Immigrant and Refuge-Serving Sector.Last updated Dec 19, 2022
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Course/Training
OCASI Professional Education and Training Program (PET)
Under the PET project, assistance is available to frontline staff working in organizations funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), to enhance their skills and gain knowledge through individual courses.Last updated Nov 4, 2022
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Glossary/Factsheet
Why critical race theory is vital
To those who misunderstand the need for critical race theory, learning about and understanding the legacy of racism in Canada and the world is critical to our collective future.Last updated Sep 12, 2022
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Building a More Inclusive Canada: Government of Canada Announces Funding for Anti-Racism Projects Across the Country
Today, the Honourable Bardish Chagger, Minister of Diversity and Inclusion and Youth, announced the Government of Canada is providing $15 million for 85 anti-racism projects across the country, which will address barriers to employment, justice, and social participation among…
Published October 15, 2020
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Ontario Adding Over 200 More Transitional Care Beds Across the Province
Province Building More Capacity to Reduce Wait Times and End Hallway Health Care.
Published October 15, 2020
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Ontario Helping Apprentices Cover Living Expenses during Training
$75 Million Investment and Expert Advice will Improve Training, while making it Safer and More Affordable.
Published October 7, 2020
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Ontario Increases Mental Health Funding for Postsecondary Students
Investment will increase access to more programs, community services and mental health workers.
Published October 6, 2020
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Ontario Releases $35 Million for Schools in Priority Communities
Ontario is allocating an additional $35 million for school boards in the priority communities of Ottawa, Peel, Toronto, and York as they confront higher rates of community transmission.
Published October 5, 2020
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Government of Canada accelerates investments in shelters, transition housing and other organizations providing gender-based violence supports and services
The COVID‑19 pandemic has highlighted gaps in the very systems designed to keep people safe. It has created unprecedented challenges for those experiencing gender-based violence and the organizations that provide supports and services to them.
Published October 2, 2020
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Government of Canada expands Regional Relief and Recovery Fund to provide further support for businesses
Additional relief funding is now available for local businesses across Canada.
Published October 2, 2020
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Ontario Provides $461 Million to Temporarily Enhance Wages For Personal Support Workers
New Investments Support Province’s COVID-19 Fall Preparedness Plan.
Published October 1, 2020
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Government announces greater flexibility and extension of Canada Emergency Business Account
Small businesses are the backbone of our economy but they continue to face economic challenges and uncertainty during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Published August 31, 2020