Furniture Bank
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Once you have secured your accommodation, you may need to furnish your new living space. Here are some options for obtaining affordable furniture in Canada:
Furniture Bank:
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Description: Furniture Bank offers recycled furniture at affordable rates. To access their services, you'll need to register on their website.
Process: Upon registration, it may take between 30 to 60 days to receive the furniture.
Free Bed Assistance:
Provider: Catholic Family Service
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Description: Catholic Family Service provides free beds to newcomers. To avail this service, you must book an appointment through any newcomers' center.
Additional Support: Catholic Family Service representatives can assist with filling out GST/HST forms and Trillium Benefits forms, helping you access government financial assistance based on your income level.
The Greater Toronto Area (GTA) has several furniture bank branches where you can access furniture assistance:
Scarborough Branch
Mississauga Branch
Toronto Branch
To apply for furniture assistance at a specific branch, you must have a residential address within the corresponding area. For example, you need a Mississauga address to apply at the Mississauga branch, and similarly for Scarborough and Toronto branches.