Events & Programs

Home Renovation for Newcomers

Skilled Trades and Language Training and Settlement Services are partnering to offer a FREE 10-week Home Renovation Program for newcomers.

This program is suitable for newcomers who are interested in looking for work in the home renovation or construction industry. Home Renovation for Newcomers program is free, funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

Date: 18/03/2024 to 30/08/2024
Timing: 8 am - 5 pm EST.

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Organization: Centre for Skills Development
Address: 3335 North Service Road, Burlington - L7N3G2

Computer Literacy for Newcomers in Burlington

Computer Literacy for Newcomers

Computer skills are critical to the day to day operations and knowing the fundamentals of computers is important. With the increased importance of technology in our world, digital literacy is gaining recognition as an essential skill.  

Each week, participants who have little or no experience using computers meet in a safe environment with a facilitator to practice and improve their digital literacy skills.  

Date: 05/04/2024 to 14/06/2024
Timing: 10 am - 11:30 am EST.

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Organization: Centre for Skills Development
Address: 2020 Appleby Line, Unit B3, Burlington - L7L6M6

Computer Literacy for Newcomers in Milton

Computer Literacy for Newcomers

Computer skills are critical to the day to day operations and knowing the fundamentals of computers is important. With the increased importance of technology in our world, digital literacy is gaining recognition as an essential skill.  

Each week, participants who have little or no experience using computers meet in a safe environment with a facilitator to practice and improve their digital literacy skills.  

Date: 05/04/2024 to 14/06/2024
Timing: 10 am - 11:30 am EST.

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Organization: Centre for Skills Development
Address: 550 Ontario Street South, Milton - L9T5E4

Computer Literacy for Newcomers in Oakville

Computer Literacy for Newcomers

Computer skills are critical to the day to day operations and knowing the fundamentals of computers is important. With the increased importance of technology in our world, digital literacy is gaining recognition as an essential skill.  

Each week, participants who have little or no experience using computers meet in a safe environment with a facilitator to practice and improve their digital literacy skills.  

Date: 05/04/2024 to 14/06/2024
Timing: 10 am - 11:30 am EST.

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Organization: Centre for Skills Development
Address: 1395 Abbeywood Drive, Oakville - L6M3B2

Sewing Program for Newcomers

This free program is for newcomers looking to build or grow their sewing and alterations skills. Participants will be able to gain skills around sewing and develop an understanding of how to start a small business in a Canadian context. 

Date: 22/04/2024 to 03/05/2024
Timing: 12:30 am - 2:30 pm EST.

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Organization: Centre for Skills Development
Address: 550 Ontario St. South, Milton - L9T 5E4

Free Virtual Professional Communication Workshop for Peel Residents

Registration closes Thursday, April 18 at 12 p.m.

Certificate Upon Completion

Date: 22/04/2024 to 25/04/2024
Timing: 9 am - 12 pm EST.

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Organization: Achēv
Address: Virtual, Brampton - L6W 4K6

Seneca College Information Session

Seneca Polytechnic's promise is education without boundaries - an education that delivers career and world ready graduates for the workplaces of today and tomorrow. Join Seneca's Student Recruitment Officer to learn about the programs and services available at Seneca to help you get your education to the next level! 

Date: 25/04/2024
Timing: 10 am - 11 am EST.

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Organization: YWCA Toronto - JUMP Etobicoke
Address: Suite 207- 222 Dixon Road, Etobicoke - M9P 3S5

Enhanced Language Training (ELT) Pathways to Trades

The Enhanced Language Training (PTT) Pathways to Trades program is for newcomers to Canada who want to work in construction trades or maintenance jobs.

Date: 29/04/2024 to 02/07/2024
Timing: 9 am - 12 pm EST.

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Organization: COSTI
Address: 7700 Hurontario Street, Suite 601, Brampton - L6Y 4M3

Beginner Computer Literacy

You will learn about:

• Basic computer functions
• Navigating the internet
• Using Microsoft Word & Powerpoint
• Using Email

Date: 30/04/2024 to 04/06/2024
Timing: 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm EST.

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Organization: Indus Community Services
Address: Suite 206- 3038 Hurontario Street, Mississauga - L5B3B9

Conversation Circle

Let’s connect! Have the opportunity to practice and improve your English conversation skills with a group of women in a safe and judgement free space. 

Date: 02/05/2024
Timing: 10 am - 11 am EST.

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Organization: YWCA Toronto - JUMP Etobicoke
Address: Suite 207- 222 Dixon Road, Etobicoke - M9P 3S5

Digital Awareness Program Information Session

YWCA Toronto is launching a new digital skills and employment readiness program designed for newcomer women residing in Etobicoke and Peel Regions. Participants selected to receive the training will learn how to navigate digital platforms, gain confidence and proficiency in today’s tech-driven world, receive personalized career guidance and empower themselves to achieve their goal. Please contact the YWCA Training Centre at 416.269.0091 x231 or email ywcatrainingcentre@ywcatoronto.org to register for the info session.** This program is generously funded by the Toronto Pearson International Airport’s Propeller Project. See flyer for more info.

Date: 02/05/2024
Timing: 2 pm - 3 pm EST.

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Organization: YWCA Toronto - JUMP Etobicoke
Address: Suite 207- 222 Dixon Road, Etobicoke - M9P 3S5

Office Administration Workshop

This 12-day workshop focuses on the most important attitudes, skills, and knowledge a professional office administrator should possess. We will look at business etiquette issues around office interactions and examine the power of questions to better control calls. The workshop will help you learn how to create and manage the office and your day, along with how to set clear goals and objectives for better planning and performance.

RSVP: by 28th March 12pm

Date: 06/05/2024 to 24/05/2024
Timing: 9 am - 12 pm EST.

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Organization: Polycultural Immigrant & Community Services
Address: Erin mills parkway- 2225, Mississauga - l5k 1t9

Culturelink’s Cybersecurity Training Program

Are you a newcomer interested in pursuing a career in Cybersecurity?

CultureLink’s training program will give you the tools to get you started!

• Join us to learn about CultureLink’s free 10-week Hybrid Cybersecurity Training Program that helps newcomers with IT backgrounds prepare for the Cybersecurity Fundamental Certificate.
• Learn technical skills to protect IT infrastructures from security breaches, gain expertise in the areas of cybersecurity and network with employers in the field.

Date: 08/05/2024
Timing: 11 am - 12 pm EST.

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Organization: Achēv
Address: Unit 601 Suite 100 - L6Y 4M3- 7700 Hurontario Street W, Brampton - L6Y 4M3

How to Get Paid Internships for Newcomers: Webinar In Collaboration with Career Edge

Wednesday, May 8, 2024.

11:00am-12:00pm

Date: 08/05/2024
Timing: 11 am - 12 pm EST.

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Organization: Achēv
Address: 7420 Airport Road, Suite 104., Mississauga - L4T 4E5

How to Sponsor Family Members to Canada

Join our free webinar to learn about the following:

The current process for sponsoring family members

Eligibility requirements

Alternative options for rejected applications and dealing with rejections

Date: 09/05/2024
Timing: 11 am - 12:30 pm EST.

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Organization: Achēv
Address: 7420 Airport Road, Suite 104., Mississauga - L4T 4E5

Free Virtual Leadership Essentials Workshop for Peel Residents

Are you a newcomer interested in learning how leadership styles shape business opportunities?

Date: 13/05/2024 to 16/05/2024
Timing: 1 pm - 4 pm EST.

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Organization: Achēv
Address: Virtual, Brampton - L6W 4K6

Digital Awareness Program Information Session

YWCA Toronto is launching a new digital skills and employment readiness program designed for newcomer women residing in Etobicoke and Peel Regions.

Date: 15/05/2024
Timing: 10 am - 11 am EST.

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Organization: YWCA Toronto - JUMP Etobicoke
Address: Suite 207- 222 Dixon Road, Etobicoke - M9P 3S5

Digital Awareness Program Information Session

YWCA Toronto is launching a new digital skills and employment readiness program designed for newcomer women residing in Etobicoke and Peel Regions. Participants selected to receive the training will learn how to navigate digital platforms, gain confidence and proficiency in today’s tech-driven world, receive personalized career guidance and empower themselves to achieve their goal.  

Date: 15/05/2024
Timing: 10 am - 11 am EST.

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Organization: YWCA Toronto - JUMP Etobicoke
Address: Suite 207- 222 Dixon Road, Etobicoke - M9P 3S5

How to Decide Between Renting or Buying Your First Home: Webinar In Collaboration with RBC Meeting Place

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

11:00am-12:00pm

Date: 15/05/2024
Timing: 11 am - 12 pm EST.

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Organization: Achēv
Address: 7420 Airport Road, Suite 104., Mississauga - L4T 4E5

Support for Internationally Educated Nurses

Join our webinar and learn about the following:

• What you need to know to practice as a regulated health professional in Ontario
• What are the Ontario registration requirements for IENs
• CARE Centre bridge training program for IENs to become Registered Nurses (RNs) and Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs)
• How CARE Centre can provide programs and services to support you

Date: 28/05/2024
Timing: 10 am - 12 pm EST.

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Organization: Achēv
Address: Virtual, Brampton - L6W 4K6

Virtual Cash Register Training for Newcomer Women

This free virtual training will cover the following topics:

Date: 30/05/2024
Timing: 10 am - 12 pm EST.

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Organization: Achēv
Address: Virtual, Brampton - L6W 4K6