Community Belonging in the Durham Region: Building Connection, Dignity, and Home

Community Belonging Durham Region | Durham Community Support Group

 Community Belonging in the Durham Region Starts with Connection

True Community belonging Durham Region means more than just living in the same place—it means feeling welcomed, supported, and valued. At Durham Community Support Group, we work every day to ensure that individuals and families, especially newcomers, don’t just arrive in Durham Region, but truly feel at home.

Our mission is rooted in compassion, dignity, and empowerment—turning the idea of belonging into a lived experience.

 From Welcome to Belonging – Our Story

Durham Community Support Group began with a simple belief:
Every community member deserves to feel at home.

What started as a small network of volunteers helping families move into furnished homes has grown into a community movement that supports people as they navigate housing, education, employment, and integration into Canadian life.

Over the years, we have walked alongside countless individuals and families, learning from their journeys and building lasting partnerships that strengthen our community.

Every act of kindness, every connection made, brings us closer to a future where belonging is not just a hope—it’s a reality.

 What Community Belonging Means in Durham Region

Community belonging is about:

• Feeling safe and supported
• Having access to resources and opportunities
• Building meaningful relationships
• Being respected and included

In a diverse and growing region like Durham, fostering belonging is essential to creating strong, resilient communities where everyone can thrive.

 Our Pillars of Support

At Durham Community Support Group, our work is guided by three core pillars that promote community belonging in the Durham Region.

Settlement Assistance

We help newcomers transition into housing and community life with confidence and ease, reducing stress and uncertainty during critical early stages.

Community Connection

We create opportunities for newcomers to build relationships, connect with neighbours, and feel included through meaningful engagement and shared experiences.

Empowerment & Growth

We provide tools, skills, and resources that support long-term stability, independence, and success—helping individuals build a strong future for themselves and their families.

 Honouring the Land and Its Original Caretakers

We respectfully acknowledge that Durham Community Support Group is located on the traditional and treaty territory of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation, within the greater Williams Treaties territory.

This land has been home to Indigenous Peoples—including the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Anishinaabeg Nations—for thousands of years and continues to be home to diverse First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people today.

We are grateful for the enduring stewardship of the original caretakers of this land. As an organization committed to community belonging, we strive to understand our shared history, acknowledge the impacts of colonization, and take meaningful action toward reconciliation.

 How We Strengthen Community Belonging in Durham Region

Our programs and volunteer-driven initiatives focus on:

• Creating welcoming environments
• Reducing isolation for newcomers
• Encouraging cross-cultural understanding
• Supporting long-term community integration

By connecting people to people—not just services—we help transform neighbourhoods into communities.

A Community Built on People, Partnerships, and Purpose

Our story is woven from:

• The resilience of newcomers
• The generosity of volunteers
• The support of community partners
• A shared belief in dignity and inclusion

Together, we are building a Durham Region where everyone belongs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is community belonging in the Durham Region?

Community belonging means feeling welcomed, included, and supported within the local community—socially, culturally, and economically.

Who does Durham Community Support Group help?

We support newcomers and community members as they transition into life in Durham Region, with a focus on settlement, connection, and empowerment.

How can I get involved?

Community members can get involved by volunteering, partnering, or spreading awareness of our work.

Where is Durham Community Support Group located?

We are based in Ajax, Ontario, serving communities across the Durham Region.

Stay Connected with Our Community

Join the conversation and be part of building community belonging in Durham Region.

 Facebook Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Avu78mRx4/

 Contact Durham Community Support Group

 Location: Ajax, Ontario
 Phone: (289) 224-9631
 Email: info@durhamcommunitysupportgroup.ca

 Visit: https://durhamcommunitysupportgroup.ca

 Building a Future Where Everyone Belongs

At Durham Community Support Group, we believe that belonging transforms lives. Through compassion, connection, and community action, we are shaping a Durham Region where everyone has the opportunity to feel supported, empowered, and at home.

If you’re looking to support or experience true community belonging in the Durham Region, we welcome you—because community is stronger when we belong together.