Newcomer Women’s Fair 2025
Join us in-person or virtually for the Newcomer Women’s Fair on Wednesday, Feb 12 at Welcome Centre-Vaughan. Attend free sessions on Women in Tech, Entrepreneurship and Wellness. Register now:…
Welcoming Seniors to Canada: Overcoming Barriers with Community and Support
Starting a new life in Canada is exciting, but for many senior newcomers, it comes with challenges. Unlike younger immigrants who find connection through work or school, seniors often struggle to adapt. Language barriers, unfamiliar systems in healthcare and technology, and the loneliness of being far from close friends and cultural roots can make the transition difficult. This article explores the challenges faced by senior newcomers and how community services help them build connections and thrive in their new home.
#ArriveWithConfidence Networking Event
We invite all approved economic or family-class immigrants, as well as Atlantic Immigration Program Candidates, currently located outside of Canada and planning to arrive in Canada soon, to attend the Planning for…
Foreign Credential Recognition Education Sector Conference for Internationally Trained Teachers, Professors, and Early Childhood Educators
Whether you’re a teacher, professor, or early childhood educator, this conference is a unique opportunity to gain insights, share experiences, and learn best practices from experts in the field. Through…
Better Jobs Ontario – Hybrid Information Session (In-person & Online)
This event is offered as hybrid with both in-person and online access. With the Better Jobs Ontario grant, you can upgrade your knowledge and skills to match what hiring employers…
Newcomer Social
Bring your recipes and share your stories! We’ll provide snacks, too. **This program is for adults. Priority will be given to confirmed RHPL card holders. Program location: Central Branch, Room…
Conversation Group With Chris
Meet others who also wish to practice their English in a safe environment. We will have relaxed discussions about topics of interest. Meet others who also wish to practice their…
Halifax Networking Nights
Halifax Central Library Small Business Cafe Join us at the Halifax Central Public Library for our Small Business Café series, where we bring together a vibrant community of professionals, entrepreneurs,…
Ottawa LGBTQI+ Newcomer Support Forum
Hosted by Capital Rainbow Refuge in partnership with Refugee 613, the Ottawa LGBTQI+ Newcomer Support Forum, will address the unique challenges that this population faces in Ottawa and will provide a…
Info Session – WorkBC Centre Richmond & Richmond Public Library
Join the WorkBC and RPL teams for an In-Person Info Session! Who is WorkBC Richmond? Funded by the federal government of Canada and provincial government of British Columbia, WorkBC Richmond…