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SUMMARY:Your First Weeks in Canada as a Youth
DESCRIPTION:Immigrating to a new country comes with a list of many things to do. To help you prepare and check everything off your list this webinar will talk about the important things you need to know for your first weeks in Canada. We will cover topics including important documents\, student housing\, accessing settlement and community services\, making connections\, and much more! Looking forward to having you at the webinar! If you have any questions\, please feel free to contact us at info@nextstopcanada.ca
URL:https://nextstopcanada.ca/event/your-first-weeks-in-canada-as-a-youth-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Youth
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SUMMARY:Crossover Virtual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Attention all internationally trained immigrant and refugee professionals in Canada! \nNew Canadians TV Network invites you to attend Crossover—your bridge to success in the Canadian job market. This virtual conference empowers skilled professionals like you to re-establish your careers in Canada by helping you bridge the gap between your international qualifications and the local employment landscape. \nRegister now to unlock insights and opportunities! \nWednesday\, August 13\, 2025\n11 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET\nVirtual\nNew Canadians TV Network is a trusted source of information and resources for newcomers\, helping individuals like you build their Canadian success stories. \nCrossover is packed with information about bridging programs and employment resources to support your career journey. \nThis event is proudly supported by our valued sponsors\, ACCES Employment\, and Humber Polytechnic. \nWhat does this mean for you? It means you’re in good hands! You’ll be learning from and connecting with industry experts in an engaging and interactive virtual environment. \nAttending CROSSOVER comes with many benefits. You will get to: \n\nConnect with organizations offering bridging programs in your field\nGet referrals to relevant programs and services\nGain insights into the Canadian labour market and workplace culture\nLearn career dos and don’ts from the lived experiences of established immigrants\nAccess job search resources to boost your employability\nParticipate in panel discussions\, workshops\, and information sessions\nNetwork with other skilled newcomer professionals\n\nInvite your friends to join\, too! \nIf you know other skilled newcomers\, share the browser link of this page with them and invite them to register and be a part of this free\, virtual conference.
URL:https://nextstopcanada.ca/event/crossover-virtual-conference/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online networking,settlement,virtual career fair,Virtual Job Fair
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250815T160000
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SUMMARY:Tie Dye Art Workshop (In-person)
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Wellness Art Workshop for Newcomers \nJoin our monthly Wellness Art Hub designed especially for you- immigrants and newcomers to Canada. This is a welcoming space where you can explore different creative art activities\, connect with others\, and support your mental well-being through artistic expression—no experience necessary! Each session offers a new activity and a chance to relax\, create\, and build community. Come as you are\, take a break\, and enjoy some creative time together! \nUpcoming Workshop Details \n\nTopic: Tie dye\nDate: August 15\, 2025 (Thursday)\nTime: 4 – 6PM(EST)\nFormat: In-person (At CultureLink’s main office)\nAddress: Suite 301\, 2340 Dundas St W\, Toronto\, ON M6P 4A9\nEligibility: Immigrant who are permanent residents or convention refugees\, aged 15 or above\nLanguage: English\n\nWhat to Expect\nIt’s not about creating perfect art. It’s about having fun and being in the moment. We invite you to relax\, focus on what you’re doing\, and enjoy the creative process. You might even notice yourself feeling calmer and in a better mood by the end! \nDoes it charge?\nNo. The monthly Wellness Art Hub is free of charge. \nSign up now at https://forms.office.com/r/gHEGH7i2BB
URL:https://nextstopcanada.ca/event/tie-dye-art-workshop-in-person/
LOCATION:CultureLink Settlement and Community Services\, 2340 Dundas Street West\, Suite 301\, Toronto\, ON\, M6P 4A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250820T090000
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SUMMARY:Discover the Benefits of Language Assessment
DESCRIPTION:The YMCA Language Assessment and Referral Centre provides immigrants in Canada with English or French language assessment for a range of different government-funded programs. Join this live webinar to learn how a language assessment can help place you in the right program for your needs: whether you’re a beginner or preparing for a professional career in Canada. \nParticipants will learn about: \n\nHow to book your free language assessment and understand the process behind it.\nWho is eligible and where assessments take place.\nAn overview of English and French government-funded classes offered across Canada\, including beginner to advanced levels\, Enhanced Language\nTraining (ELT)\, and Bridging Programs.\nWhere to find helpful online language learning resources.\n\nIf you have any questions\, please feel free to contact us at info@nextstopcanada.ca \nLooking forward to having you there!
URL:https://nextstopcanada.ca/event/discover-the-benefits-of-language-assessment/
CATEGORIES:Career Fair,Education Fair,Employment,Information Session,Program,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Next Stop Canada":MAILTO:info@nextstopcanada.ca
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UID:125161-1755766800-1755770400@nextstopcanada.ca
SUMMARY:Saskatchewan and Social Life
DESCRIPTION:Arriving in Saskatchewan and wondering what social life is like there? Discover the province’s warm and welcoming spirit through local traditions\, community gatherings\, cultural festivals\, and friendly meet-ups. Learn how to connect with others\, make new friends\, and feel at home in one of Canada’s most inviting regions.
URL:https://nextstopcanada.ca/event/saskatchewan-and-social-life/
CATEGORIES:Community Fair,Discussion,Information Session,Information Session,Learning about Canada,settlement,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Renting in Canada Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This free\, expert-led webinar is designed to help newcomers arriving in the next 90 days secure housing and avoid the most common—and costly—rental mistakes. \n\n\nAttend the webinar and discover:\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHousing market conditions in Canada including affordability\, availability\, and vacancy rates\n\n\n\n\nPros and cons of renting versus buying\nFactors that affect rental prices like location and type of housing\nChallenges of renting without a credit history and how to overcome them\nProactive steps to help you search for housing before and after you arrive\nWays to search for rental housing including:\n1. Searching independently using Rentalsfornewcomers.com \n2. Exploring affordable home sharing options \n3. Using a real estate agent to help you search.
URL:https://nextstopcanada.ca/event/renting-in-canada-webinar-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Planning for Employment
DESCRIPTION:Have you started your job search and looking for tips on how to plan for employment in Canada? \nAs a soon-to-be newcomer\, looking for a job in Canada doesn’t mean landing any job\, but finding one that matches your career goals. That’s why preparing for your employment before you arrive is a key step to a successful job search in Canada. We will follow the following topics in this webinar: \n– Goal Setting\n– Job Search Tools\n– Employability Skills\n– Networking Tools\n– Employment Resources for Internationally Educated Individuals \nLooking forward to having you in the webinar! \nIf you have any questions\, please feel free to contact us at: info@nextstopcanada.ca
URL:https://nextstopcanada.ca/event/planning-for-employment-8/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Employment,Networking,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Next Stop Canada":MAILTO:info@nextstopcanada.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250829T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250829T150000
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UID:121679-1756476000-1756479600@nextstopcanada.ca
SUMMARY:Coffee and Conversation
DESCRIPTION:This is a casual way to meet new people and learn about your community. It’s totally free and open to everyone– all ages\, no library card required! We meet the last Friday of every month. For more information\, call Lillian H. Smith Brach at 416-393-7746. \nCommunity organization guest list (updated monthly): \nJuly: Kensington-Bellwoods Community Legal Services \nAugust: Library Settlement Partnerships (CultureLink) \nhttps://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Entt=RDMEVT33884&R=EVT33884
URL:https://nextstopcanada.ca/event/coffee-and-conversation/
LOCATION:Toronto Public Library – Lillian H. Smith Branch\, 239 College Street\, Toronto\, ON\, M5T 1R5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Connection
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