Program

Refugee Support

Housing, Jobs & Counselling for Refugee Claimants in Canada.

We work with individuals and families arriving in Canada seeking safety and a fresh start, helping newcomers build a new life through holistic, wraparound care that restores dignity and empowers self-sufficiency.

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Refugee Support
Phone · ext 41-866-248-3868 Emailarif@muslimfoodbank.com

Services We Provide to Refugee Claimants

Settlement Support

Guidance on healthcare, education, legal systems, banking and transportation.

Employment Services

Resume building, interview prep, job matching, mentorship and credential recognition.

ASPIRE Mental Health Counselling

Trauma-informed, culturally competent therapy in multiple languages.

Housing Support

Help with rental applications and referrals to housing and emergency shelters.

ASPIRE Mental Health Counselling

  • Individual and family counselling
  • Culturally competent therapy in multiple languages
  • Group healing circles and peer support
  • A trauma-informed approach for displacement and fear

Feeding the Homeless

In cities like Vancouver and Regina, our daily food-distribution efforts serve the homeless community. This work is rooted in empathy and the belief that no one should go hungry.

Success Stories

“I had nothing when I arrived — no home, no job, and no idea where to start. Muslim Food Bank helped me find housing, get counselling and find a job within months. They didn’t just support me — they gave me hope.” — Ahmad, a refugee claimant.

Languages We Speak

Support is available in many languages, including:

  • Arabic
  • Dari
  • Farsi
  • Bengali
  • Pashto
  • Rohingya
  • Turkish
  • Kurdish

Frequently Asked Questions

A refugee claimant is someone who has applied for protection in Canada and is awaiting a decision. They are eligible for our full wraparound support services.

Yes — we assess on a case-by-case basis and offer food, referrals and crisis counselling where appropriate.

Yes. We provide support in Arabic, Dari, Farsi, Bengali, Pashto, Rohingya, Turkish and Kurdish.

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How to Get Started

Reach out and a member of our team will guide you from here — with care, confidentiality and no judgment.

1-866-248-3868 ext 4 arif@muslimfoodbank.com
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