Maple News reports that the City of Toronto, in partnership with United Way Greater Toronto and Lifeline Afghanistan, has launched the Toronto Region Afghan Resettlement Fund. This collaborative initiative aims to provide urgent and comprehensive support to Afghan refugees resettling in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
Following the Canadian government’s commitment to welcome at least 20,000 Afghan refugees in response to the crisis that unfolded after the Taliban regained control of Afghanistan, Toronto is expected to be a key point of arrival due to its established immigrant population and strong Afghan-Canadian community.
The newly established fund will help deliver essential services including housing, job assistance, food, clothing and broader social integration support. United Way Greater Toronto will manage donated funds and distribute them to frontline community organizations specializing in newcomer services.
Lifeline Afghanistan, a national initiative formed to streamline refugee support efforts, is playing a critical role by connecting stakeholders across private, public, and nonprofit sectors. The organization is also working to bolster private sponsorships and facilitate the long-term economic inclusion of Afghan newcomers.
The City of Toronto, through its Newcomer Office, will oversee the coordination of policies and strategic responses to refugee arrivals. It will also accept large-scale or corporate donations to ensure that significant contributions are allocated effectively towards community-based resettlement programs.
To ensure transparency and impact, the three partners are establishing an advisory committee. This body will oversee partnership formation, funding distribution, and accountability measures related to the resettlement fund’s operations.
Maple News encourages individuals and businesses interested in contributing to this urgent humanitarian cause to consider donating to the Toronto Region Afghan Resettlement Fund. Every contribution can play a vital role in helping displaced Afghan families rebuild their lives in Canada.