SWIS Regional Coordination (Ontario)
TNO – The Neighbourhood Organization leads the coordination of Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) initiatives across Ontario, strengthening regional collaboration and supporting more consistent, responsive service delivery.
The SWIS initiative is a school-based settlement program that supports newcomer students and their families as they navigate the education system and integrate into their communities. Through this work, SWIS promotes inclusion, fosters a sense of belonging, and advances intercultural understanding within schools.
SWIS Regional Coordination in Ontario brings together service provider organizations across the province to enhance alignment, share knowledge, and support consistent implementation of SWIS programming. By connecting partners and building sector capacity, the initiative contributes to a more coordinated and effective system of support for newcomer families.
Our responsibilities include:
Collaborating with service providers and frontline staff to enhance service delivery
Responding to local and regional needs through coordinated strategies
Facilitating networking and knowledge-sharing opportunities
Identifying emerging trends and promoting best practices
Supporting training and professional development efforts
SWIS Regional Coordination provides system leadership, collaboration, and capacity-building support to
School-Based Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) programs across Ontario. The Regional Coordination function strengthens consistency, quality, and impact of settlement services delivered in schools, ensuring newcomer students and families receive timely, responsive, and equitable support.
Through coordinated planning, collaboration, and learning, SWIS Regional Coordination plays a critical role in strengthening newcomer connections, improving service quality, and supporting positive settlement and integration outcomes for children, youth, and families across Ontario.