Workshops and Events for Newcomers


  • Mother-Daughter Workout Fitness Activity

    Facilitated by Catholic Crosscultural Services (CCS) Join us for a weekly group fitness session designed for female newcomers to strengthen their mother-daughter bond, boost their health, recharge their energy, and have fun through physical activity. Language: EnglishEligibility: Female Permanent Residents, Convention Refugees, or Live-in Caregivers (Immigration document required)Limited spots available – Please contact the worker […]

    Mother-Daughter Workout Fitness Activity
  • Basic English Conversation Group (Facilitated by CCS)

    These weekend group sessions are designed for Newcomers who want to learn basic English and improve their conversational skills. Sessions include weekly themes, role-playing activities, and simulations of real-life situations. Language: EnglishEligibility: Permanent Residents Convention Refugees Live-in Caregivers Limited spots available for Refugee Claimants(Valid immigration document required)

    Basic English Conversation Group (Facilitated by CCS)
  • English Conversation Group

    Facilitated by Catholic Crosscultural Services (CCS) These ongoing group sessions are designed for newcomers who want to learn English and enhance their conversation skills. Topics will include content from Welcome to Canada with a focus on orientation to life in Ontario. Language: EnglishEligibility: Permanent Residents, Convention Refugees, or Live-in Caregivers (Immigration document required) Please contact […]

    English Conversation Group
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    Basic Computer Literacy – Intergenerational

    Tech Together is an intergenerational computer program where older adults learn essential technology skills—such as creating a social media presence and navigating online platforms like Zoom—while youth gain volunteer hours, build leadership and mentoring skills, and make a positive impact in the community. Eligibility: Aged from 15-30 (Permanent resident, Conventional refugees and Protected person) & […]

    Basic Computer Literacy – Intergenerational

  • Pension Clinic – Service Canada

    Participants can meet one-on-one with a Service Canada Specialist to: Submit OAS, CPP, and/or Spousal Allowance applications Review application status Ask questions about payments and benefitsAppointments required. Language: EnglishEligibility: Permanent Residents, Convention Refugees, Live-in Caregivers

    Pension Clinic – Service Canada
  • Navigating the Journey

    Guiding children towards emotion stability and self-regulation In this workshop, parents will learn practical strategies that can be used at home to support their child’s emotional well-being. Workshop Highlights: Emotional Regulation: Working With Our Feelings Getting Ready to Work with Feelings Skills for Working With Our Feelings Working With Feelings As We Grow Co-Regulation: Working […]

  • Preparing Wills in Canada for Newcomers

    Learn the essentials of will preparation in Canada: Who can make a will How to choose beneficiaries What happens if someone passes away without a will Key considerations newcomers often overlook Language: EnglishEligibility: Permanent Residents, Protected Persons, Accepted PR Applicants, Convention Refugees