Support for 2SLGBTQIA+ People Outside of Canada Seeking Sponsorship
LGBTQ+ Refugee Sponsorship
MCC Toronto is a Sponsorship Agreement Holder (SAH) that supports LGBTQ+ refugees coming to Canada.
What we do
We:
- review sponsorship requests;
- train and support sponsorship teams;
- help prepare applications, budgets and settlement plans;
- submit approved applications to the Canadian government;
- manage and monitor sponsorship funds; and
- support teams and newcomers throughout the sponsorship period.
The Canadian government makes the final decision on every application.
After arrival
Our teams help newcomers with housing, health care, banking, language classes, employment services and connecting to safe, welcoming communities.
Our values
We respect each person’s privacy, identity, choices and independence. Newcomers do not need to attend church, volunteer, donate or share their personal story to receive support.
Resources for Sponsorship Teams
Download our:
- MCC_Toronto_MOU
- Sponsor Handbook
- Sponsor MCC_Toronto_Settlement_Team_Sponsor_Checklists_and_Templates_2026
These documents explain the sponsorship process, team responsibilities and how to support newcomers safely and respectfully.