New media technologies like social media are increasingly being used by newcomers to Canada and youth to access services online. These audiences expect services to be immediate, provide connections to peer networks, be consistent, accurate, and provide expertise. A number of organizations have seen success engaging newcomers through online portals, workshops, videos and courses. While funders may be unsure of measuring impact, demonstrating analytics and qualitative examples can help make the case for using new media. The document encourages further learning about specific social media tools and online professional development resources.