Long and short-term trainings and workshops are offered at the Centre for Newcomers. Check on the links for more information on Settlement and Employment Services or English Language Training.
Training/Workshop/Orientation Sessions
Women's Health Issues
On Saturday, February 4, from 1:00 - 3:00 pm, Alberta Health Services will be at the Centre to speak about health concerns and issues that women need to know.
Contact Hayat Amer at 403-569-3342; h.amer@centrefornewcomers.ca
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Peer Support for Immigrants
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Calgary will provide information to help you build a friendly and supportive network of friends.
When: Saturday, February 11, 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Contact Hayat at 403-569-3342; h.amer@centrefornewcomers.ca
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Youth Possibilities Program
Learn the skills to succeed in the workplace or school environment. A 12-week program includes hourly wage for attendance, a Canadian job reference and career path development.
Contact Debbie at 403-537-3333 to know the eligibility.
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Moving Forward: Training for Employability
Looking for employment? Get trained to work in the Baking or Meat cutting industry. Call 403-569-3339.
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Income tax session
No-cost training for volunteers for basic income-tax preparation. Learn and assist newcomers with their tax returns. February 6 for experienced volunteers; 8:30 am to 4:30 pm; Centre for Newcomers, 1010-99 36 Street NE. Contact Issa Mosa: 403-537-8806.
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Free Knitting Lessons
Peer Support Group for New Immigrant Women. Learn basic to intermediate knitting. Meet friends and practice English. Learn new skills and break isolation. from January 20 to Aprill 20. 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Call Dolly by January 13, 2012 at 403-569-3325 ext 276
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Career Development and Job Search
Learn the Canadian context for essential skills and also learn basic computer skills to help in job search. Gain an understanding of expectations in the Canadian workplace, have information to help build your own resume for the job. Contact Lidia Bomba-Sorbo 403-569-3329
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Health Care Aide program
Get certified as Health Care Aide. A 32-week program. Register for January 2012. Call 403-569-3325 to know eligibility criteria
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Services for new immigrants and refugees
Learn about the resources available to address your needs as you settle in Calgary
Every Saturday 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Westwinds Superstore, 3633 Westwinds Drive NE
Call Issa: 403 537-8806 or Promila: 403 539-5850
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EthniCity Catering Work Experience Program
For New Immigrants and Refugees
EthniCity Catering is a social enterprise of the Centre for Newcomers that caters multi-ethnic food to Calgary customers. This program provides paid transitional employment experience to newcomers.
- Learn workplace essential skills
- Get paid as you gain experience
- Earn a Canadian Job reference
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Kindergarten Readiness
Preschool activities for immigrant children, ages three and a half to five years. Get familiar with the classroom environment and enhance early literacy skills. For schedule, call Children's Settlement Program, 403-569-3348
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Home Alone Safety Workshops
For newcomer parents and children aged 9 - 12
Call Zainab Khan at (403) 569-3348 or
Merrillii Pinaroc at (403) 569-3325 ext 254
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How to be a Girl Guide of Canada
Attend an information session on Saturday, March 10, 2:00 - 3:00 pm.
Call Zainab Khan at 403-569-3348
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