Skills for Change announces the successful completion of the Digital Transformation Project

Toronto, Ontario 
September 27, 2024 

Skills for Change is pleased to announce the successful completion of its digital transformation project. This project was funded by the Government of Canada’s Community Services Recovery Fund.  
 
This project has facilitated the implementation of key improvements that streamlined operations and strengthened Skills for Change’s ability to deliver on its mission, positioning the organization to better serve the community and support its strategic growth initiatives. 
 
This project marks a significant milestone in Skills for Change's commitment to innovation and excellence. By adopting new technologies and refining processes, the organization is now better equipped to meet the evolving needs of those it supports, ensuring that its programs and services remain effective and impactful as it works toward broader organizational goals. 

Skills for Change is deeply grateful to the Government of Canada’s Community Services Recovery Fund (CSRF) for their investment in its digital future. This support has allowed the organization to focus more on what truly matters—making a positive impact in the lives of those it serves. 

 

About Skills for Change: 

Founded in 1982, Skills for Change is a leading non-profit organization serving immigrants, refugees and underserved communities in Canada. Skills for Change is known for pioneering programs that respond to shifting trends. Our Agency has played a major role in uplifting immigrant, refugee and underserved communities for 41 years. We offer more than 25 programs and services, and annually serve 20,000+ people, including newcomers, immigrants, refugees, women, seniors, youth, Black Canadians and members of LGBTQ+ community with services in settlement, language training, employment, career development, mental health, leadership, entrepreneurship, climate change and more. SfC’s programs are designed through a social justice lens and delivered with the intent to balance inequities, engage the unengaged, and serve the underserved. Program delivery allows for specialized frameworks for clients who face intersectional barriers. 

 

About Community Services Recovery Fund: 

The Community Services Recovery Fund was a one-time $400 million investment from the Government of Canada, provided to support charities and non-profits as they focused on how to adapt their organizations for pandemic recovery. Now more than ever, charities and non-profits are playing a key role in addressing persistent and complex social problems faced by all communities. The Community Services Recovery Fund responded​ to what charities and non-profits needed and supported organizations as they adapted to the long-term impacts of the pandemic.