EVENTS & WORKSHOPS
EMPOWERING WOMEN THROUGH SKILL ACQUISITION
OCTOBER 7, 2022
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join Centre for Newcomers and presenter Sheila Qayumi for a workshop aimed at empowering and preparing Afghan newcomer women for class 7 driving knowledge test.
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Encourage women toward empowerment
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Inspire women to be active citizens
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Help Afghan women to be independent
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Prepare Afghan women for class 7 driving knowledge test.
For more information contact s.qayumi@centrefornewcomers.ca
click the link below to register.
WINTER DRIVING 101
OCTOBER 13, 2022
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Winter driving can cause a lot of stress and anxiety!
Come learn how to prepare your vehicle for Canadian winters, as well as safety tips on driving in snowy and icy conditions.
THERAPEUTIC STRESS MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP
OCTOBER 28, 2022
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The online workshop would focus on stress management in relation to our thoughts and emotions, examine our different thought process and provide CBT approaches in dealing with stress.
The purpose of this presentation is to help participants manage stress associated with demanding jobs, transitioning back to in-person services, and daily life.
For more info email
a.ajeniya@centrefornewcomers.ca or
click the link below to register.
INFORMATION SESSION: CANADIAN JOB SEARCH SKILLS
THURSDAYS (ONLINE)
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
FRIDAYS (IN-PERSON)
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Learn about Career Planning, Resume Writing and Interview Preparation.
For more info contact 587-436-5502 or click the link below to register.
ETHNICITY CATERING
EMPLOYMENT TRAINING PROGRAM
ONGOING REGISTRATION
EthniCity Catering and Café is a non-profit social enterprise at the Centre for Newcomers that provides paid Canadian work experience and training for immigrants and refugees. It provides 10-12 weeks of online and in-person training. Trainees gain hands-on experience in a commercial kitchen, improve communication skills and increase customer service understanding during the program.
Our training registration and information sessions are ongoing.
For more information please call
403-0536-8817 / 403-536-8242
or send us an email at kitchentraining@centrefornewcomers.ca
if you know someone who will benefit from the program.
CANADIAN
CULTURE CLUB
VIRTUAL WINTER INTAKE
Connect with others who have moved to Canada and born Canadians to learn more about life in Canada and Calgary – so that your settlement journey is less of a challenge than it has to be.
Share your own experiences of moving to Canada and what you have learned about settling in Canada – all Virtually!
For more information and to register click below.
RETURN TO
WORK IN ALBERTA
ONGOING
This program provides comprehensive and personalized services to EI recipients in Calgary and area for re-entry into the workforce. Clients may receive specialized technical training, childcare support and workers' benefits (WCB) while attending the program. Must currently be receiving Employment Insurance (EI) or have received regular EI payments in the previous 5 years. For more information or to register click below.
For more information, please send an email to info@centrefornewcomers.ca
MULTICULTURAL
PEER MENTORSHIP
Ongoing
A 4-month program that matches Mentors working as professionals in their industry in Canada with Mentees who are professionals striving to find employment in their fields. To register or for more information click below.
YOUR SAFETY MATTERS
OCTOBER 11, 2022
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join CFN for a workshop dedicated to creating awareness for youth, adults, and families who are or could be impacted by racialized, xenophobic, or other discriminatory actions.
The workshop would provide an opportunity to understand issues of hate crime, prevention, and response.
For more info email
a.ajeniya@centrefornewcomers.ca or click the link below to register.
CONVERSATIONAL ENGLISH & MENTORSHIP FOR BETTER COMMUNITY INTEGRATION (CEMBCI)
MONDAYS
OCTOBER 17, 2022
OCTOBER 24, 2022
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Create a space where relatively settled Filipinos engage with fellow Filipino newcomers in a free-flowing conversation that aims to improve participants’ English conversation skills, develop confidence in public speaking, share settlement journeys, and build social networks.
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Equip participants with practical language tools to help facilitate their assimilation into the Canadian society.
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Gain practical understanding of the Canadian and Calgarian workplace.
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Meet inspiring Filipinos and community leaders and learn from their professional journeys in Canada.
Click below to register.
PAINTING FOR A PURPOSE:
FALL BIRCH TREE PAINT NIGHT
OCTOBER 28, 2022
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Join us and our in-house hobby artist Kayla Kay as we embrace falls mantra and capture the beauty of letting go, on canvas. This class is open to all levels, and we encourage all levels to join us!
Registration includes all supplies, a glass of red or white wine, and a beautiful masterpiece hand painted by you!
For more info email
k.kay@centrefornewcomers.ca or
click the link below to register.
ENGLISH CONVERSATION CLUB
EVERY WEDNESDAY
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Practice English language skills
Receive information about relevant Settlement information and services
Make new connections
Registered participants will receive a link to join the session on zoom. For more information contract
403-354-4435 or click the link below to register.
INTRODUCTION TO CANADIAN LOGISTICS
(ICL) MICROCREDENTIAL
ONGOING REGISTRATION
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3-week training towards advancing a career and gaining MicroCredential in Canadian logistics
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1-week employment and job search themed workshop series
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Professional network support and job placement assistance
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Eligibility:
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At least 18 year of age
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Residing in Alberta
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A Canadian citizen, permanent resident or legally entitled to work or train in Canada
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Unemployed or underemployed with adequate English skills (CLB 5 and up) seeking to pursue a career or occupation in logistics
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Ready, Willing, and Able to commit to a 4-week training
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For more information please send an email at ICL@centrefornewcomers.ca
SUCCEEDING IN
YOUR ONLINE JOB SEARCH (SOS)
ONGOING
Are you an immigrant job seeker with low technology or computer skills? Do you have difficulty with English? Have you been experiencing distress due to the Covid-19 pandemic? Do you want to be able to successfully apply for online jobs?
CFN'S Succeeding in Online Job Search (SOS) offers one week of digital upskilling workshop using online job application platforms, one week of intensive one-on-one or group coaching and employer connection support.
For more information please send an email at
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GOOD USE OF
YOUR MONEY
ONGOING REGISTRATION
Get the support you need and learn how you can reduce your debt and grow your savings. Improve your credit score and achieve financial goals. Workshops are held on:
To register or for more information about this service click below.
TAXATION IN CANADA
OCTOBER 12, 2022
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Come learn about the basics of the taxation and benefits system in Canada!
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Learn the Tax process in Canada
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Who must file taxes
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What is the deadline to file
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Why do we have to file taxes
Click below to register.
YOUTHLINK SAFETY PRESENTATION
OCTOBER 18, 2022
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Michael Kim, from CPS YouthLink, will be delivering a presentation on youth safety, bullying, peer pressure, gang prevention strategies for parents, and CPS programs & services.
For more info contact 403-354-4435 or Click below to register.
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VOLUNTEER-LED ESL
TUESDAYS & FRIDAYS
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
English as a Second Language classes; beginner level; learn the basic language to support the settlement and integration process here in Calgary
For more info contact Elaine at
403-539-5854 or click the link below to register.
ENGLISH
CONVERSATION CLUB
WEDNESDAYS
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join CFN and presenter Barb Ferguson every Wednesday for our virtual Conversation Club. Practice English language skills and receive information about relevant settlement information and services.
For more information and to register click below.
VOLUNTEER-LED ESL (VESL)
AFTERNOON AND EVENING SESSIONS AVAILABLE
Come practise and develop your English skills in a small and fun group setting. Make friends with people from around the world. Learn more about resources to help you with your settlement in Calgary.
VESL is offered online via zoom
Afternoon and evening sessions are available depending on your level.
For more info contact ElaineMew at
403-539-5854.
Click the link below to register.
VOLUNTEER
@CFN
ONGOING
Would you like to Volunteer with CFN? Come in for a Volunteer Orientation session to find our what best suits you. Included is a brief history of the Centre for Newcomers, volunteerism in Canada, volunteer roles at CFN and
how to look for volunteer positions in Calgary Join any session. No registration required. Please bring a copy of your resume. Please continue to check our website for upcoming schedule. For more information click below.
COMPUTER
LITERACY
ONGOING
Would you like to learn and practice computer skills? We offer free computer literacy classes at the Centre for Newcomers. Content includes an introduction to computers, keyboarding, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. These classes are open to all - refugees, immigrants and citizens of Canada. Classes are Saturdays, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon To attend or for more information click below.