Free Income
Tax Clinic for Newcomers and Low‑Income Families

Helping our community access essential financial support with trusted, confidential, and culturally informed guidance.

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Building Inclusion through
Settlement & Integration

Our mission is to assist newcomers, multi-ethnic communities and vulnerable populations in need, through services and programs that are equitable, culturally responsive, and inclusive.

Senior Programs

Reduce seniors stress

Youth Programs

Investing in youth

Black Lives Matter

Where SCFS stands

Covid-19

Updates

Settlement Services

Inclusion & Integration

Volunteer

Where SCFS stands

Social Innovation

Addressing social issues from a new lens

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Stop Now And Plan

Join SNAP

Interested in joining?

Fill out the SNAP intake form to register.

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Social Enterprise

DPM offers businesses building service solutions and delivery notice, while also bridging the employment gap faced by vulnerable people in Ottawa.

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Together We Can

The Black Youth Action plan is an initiative introduced by the Ontario Government in March 2017 to help reduce disparities for Black children, youth and their families.

A Trusted Hub Supported by an
Inclusive and Diverse Team

After 30 Years, We are only scratching the surface

We are parents, volunteers, youth, travelers, philosophers, and more. Somali Centre for Family Services brought us together, and we have been building capacity in our community ever since.

Our wonderful team is why Somali Centre for family services is more than just a resource – it is also a place where you and your family can feel safe. Together, we create a sense of belonging and support.

What’s New

What is happening at SCFS

Citizenship Class

Are you on the path to becoming a Canadian citizen and want to extra practice? Every Thursday we are offer a free tutorial class. Look no further and register today by calling the number below.

G1 Clinic for Newcomers

Somali Centre for Family Services is excited to announce the return of the free G1 clinic for newcomers in the Ottawa area. Registration by phone only. Registration required.

French Language Training

If you wish to access French language training and/or French settlement services, please use link below.

Stay In the Loop!

Special emphasis has been paid to providing services to enhance the community’s social well-being in Canada. Since its inception, the Centre has been delivering meaningful and culturally appropriate services designed to meet the specific needs of our community members. Join us in enhancing our communities social well-being.

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