MONTRÉAL, June 27,
2023 /CNW/ - Laurentian Bank of Canada (the "Bank") is proud to announce a
$25,000 donation to Newcomer Women's
Services Toronto (NEW) as part of the Bank's Giving Beyond Numbers™
program, supporting economic inclusion for New to Canada communities. Founded in 1983, Newcomer
Women's Services Toronto (NEW) empowers newcomer women and their
families in building a life in Canada by connecting them to social and
economic opportunities and fostering a sense of belonging. The
Bank's donation will support NEW's daily operations.
The Giving Beyond Numbers™ program embodies the Bank's
unwavering commitment to fostering economic inclusion and
empowerment for underrepresented groups. It focuses on supporting
organizations across the country that strive to integrate newcomers
and refugees economically, as well as those addressing economic
inequities faced by marginalized communities, including racialized
groups, 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, Indigenous peoples, and individuals
with disabilities.
Quotes
"Laurentian Bank is deeply committed to fostering economic
inclusion and empowerment for underrepresented groups. We believe
in the transformative power of financial support and education to
boost the social, cultural, and economic resilience of newcomer
women and their families. We are excited to see the impact of our
partnership with Newcomer Women's
Services Toronto, as we strive together to build
a more equitable future for all." — Rania Llewellyn, President and CEO of Laurentian
Bank
"Newcomer Women's Services Toronto (NEW) is thrilled of its
new partnership with Laurentian Bank. Thanks to the Bank's generous
contribution and donation of $25,000
that will enable NEW to continue its critical work in the community
to support newcomer women and their families, and to continue
delivering evidence-based programs that advance newcomer women
social, culture and economic integration and resilience."— Sara
Asalya, Executive Director of Newcomer Women's Services Toronto
About Laurentian
Bank
At Laurentian Bank, we believe we can change banking for the
better. By seeing beyond numbers.
Founded in Montréal in 1846, Laurentian Bank helps families,
businesses and communities thrive. Today, we have approximately
3,000 employees working together as one team, to provide a broad
range of financial services and advice-based solutions for
customers across Canada and
the United States. We protect,
manage and grow $50.7 billion in
balance sheet assets and $27.7
billion in assets under administration.
We drive results by placing our customers first, making the
better choice, acting courageously, and believing everyone
belongs.
About Newcomer Women's Services
Toronto
The Newcomer Women's Services Toronto (NEW) is an award-winning
not-for-profit charity organization that was founded by a group of
Latin American refugees in 1983 with a vision of strong women
building strong communities. A multi-service agency with operations
in three Toronto locations serving
thousands of immigrants and refugees annually. The agency was
awarded a Non-profit Employer of Choice Award in 2020! The Canadian
Non-profit Employer of Choice™ Awards (NEOC) recognizes
organizations across Canada that
have committed themselves to better business management practices
to achieve their mission. With almost 40 years of operations, NEW
has been providing settlement, employment, skills development,
youth programs and services, as well as English language training
for newcomers. NEW also delivers special programs focused on
immigrant women empowerment, leadership, mentorship and career
advancement and resilience.
SOURCE Laurentian Bank of Canada