What's The Biggest Challenge Refugees Face?
Learning English is the biggest challenge refugees face when starting over in Canada, as it forms the foundation for everything from finding a job to securing a home. However, long wait times and overcrowded language classes often leave them without the basics and practice needed to build this essential skill.
By matching with a Haven Language Program student, you can provide the necessary support to help them improve their English—one conversation at a time.
What Sets Haven Apart?
Refugees post requests for help, Canadians post offers to help. You select who, how and when you help. 30 minutes is enough to help a refugee.
It's Safe.
We are a registered Canadian charity (758177547RR0001).
We verify the IDs of users on Haven. Verify online or with someone from our team.
It's Easy.
Help as much as you want, however you want, whenever you want.
No commitments. Pause your help and restart whenever.
It's Rewarding.
Get to personally meet refugees and see your impact.
We guarantee that helping on Haven will be one of the most inspiring experiences of your life.
Where Do Canadians Fit Into The Equation?
The Haven Language Program empowers refugees to learn English quickly and effectively, thanks to the support of everyday Canadians like you. Our approach is simple yet powerful—by matching refugees with native speakers for one-on-one practice, we accelerate their language learning.
With your help, refugees learn English three times faster than in traditional government-funded programs.
Your involvement is crucial, offering refugees the personalized support they need to thrive in their new home.
The Haven Team
Alongside our teachers, the Haven team is here to support you as needed. We ensure your volunteer experience is straightforward and effective as you help refugees start their new lives in Canada.
Interested in donating? 100% of your donation will be used to help refugees in Canada improve their language level.
