BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ISGW - ECPv6.13.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:ISGW X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://is-gw.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for ISGW REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231101T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231101T180000 DTSTAMP:20260503T003345 CREATED:20231031T151226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T151823Z UID:10002364-1698858000-1698861600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:How to Apply for Permanent Residence (in Ukrainian) DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom for two sessions with guest speaker Yana Ivanna Didyk\, Immigration Consultant. \nNovember 1: Express Entry program \n\nNew category-based system\nEligbility criteria\nRequired documents\nHow to apply\n\nNovember 8: Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program \n\nEmployer stream\nPR through TEER 4 and 5 positions in Ontario\nTech and trades program\n\nView PDF flyer. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information\, contact Alisiia at 226-332-0785 or adovban@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/how-to-apply-for-permanent-residence-in-ukrainian/2023-11-01/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Alisiia Dovban":MAILTO:adovban@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231107T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231107T113000 DTSTAMP:20260503T003345 CREATED:20231025T151222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T200214Z UID:10002353-1699353000-1699356600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Preparing for your Immigration and Refugee Board Hearing DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom\, to learn about: \n\nRefugee Determination Process\nPreparing your claim\nPreparing yourself\n\nView PDF flyer. \nGuest Speaker: Tony Van Giessen\, Operations and Program Manager\, COMPASS Refugee Centre\nTony has been working as a caseworker at the centre for seven years and has worked with hundreds of individuals making their way through the refugee claim process. He is a licenced paralegal and is proud to work towards making the experience of the refugee claim process as just and fair as possible for everyone. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Thursday\, November 2. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information\, contact Tram at 519-836-2222\, ext. 222 or tnguyen@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/preparing-for-your-immigration-and-refugee-board-hearing/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Tram Nguyen":MAILTO:tnguyen@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231108T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231108T180000 DTSTAMP:20260503T003345 CREATED:20231031T151226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T151823Z UID:10002365-1699462800-1699466400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:How to Apply for Permanent Residence (in Ukrainian) DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom for two sessions with guest speaker Yana Ivanna Didyk\, Immigration Consultant. \nNovember 1: Express Entry program \n\nNew category-based system\nEligbility criteria\nRequired documents\nHow to apply\n\nNovember 8: Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program \n\nEmployer stream\nPR through TEER 4 and 5 positions in Ontario\nTech and trades program\n\nView PDF flyer. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information\, contact Alisiia at 226-332-0785 or adovban@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/how-to-apply-for-permanent-residence-in-ukrainian/2023-11-08/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Alisiia Dovban":MAILTO:adovban@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231121T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231121T120000 DTSTAMP:20260503T003345 CREATED:20231027T173807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T182949Z UID:10002360-1700562600-1700568000@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:How to Access Health Care Services in Guelph DESCRIPTION:** This session will include interpretation in Tigrinya. ** \nJoin us online\, using Zoom\, to learn about accessing local health care services. \nWe will talk about: \n\nHealth-related organizations in Guelph\nHealth-related services for newcomers (without family doctor)\nHow to reach a health care specialist in Guelph\nMental health supports\n\nGuest Speaker: Karrie Cumming\, Health Promoter\, Guelph Community Health Centre \nView PDF flyer. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information\, contact Lulia at 519-836-2222\, ext. 223 or lisaias@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/how-to-access-health-care-services-in-guelph/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Lulia Isaias":MAILTO:lisaias@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231122T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231122T140000 DTSTAMP:20260503T003345 CREATED:20231031T154206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T154500Z UID:10002366-1700658000-1700661600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Understanding Autism DESCRIPTION:Join us in person at ISGW or online\, using Zoom to learn  and ask questions about autism with guest speakers  Zachary Grau\, KidsAbility and Lindsay Riddell\, Learning Support Coordinator\, ISGW. \nWe will talk about: \n\nWhat is autism\nWhat autism can look like in children and youth\nHow/when to get a diagnosis (family doctor\, KidsAbility)\nEnrollment in school\, summer camps and community programs\nRespite services\nFidget kits\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Friday\, November 10. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information\, contact Huria at 519-836-2222\, ext. 263 or htesfa@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/understanding-autism/ LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Information Sessions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231123T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231123T110000 DTSTAMP:20260503T003345 CREATED:20231120T151209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T151719Z UID:10002373-1700733600-1700737200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Navigating Support for Recreational Activities DESCRIPTION:** This session will be presented in Mandarin. ** \nPlanning to enroll in recreational activities this winter?\nJoin us online\, using Zoom\, to learn about the financial assistance programs available to support enrollment in recreational activities. \nWe will talk about: \n\nFree to Grow – Children’s Foundation of Guelph and Wellington\nJumpstart – Canadian Tire\nYMCA programs and subsidies\nFee Assistance in Recreation (FAIR) – City of Guelph subsidy for adults and seniors\n\nView PDF flyer. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information\, contact Kathy at 519-836-2222\, ext. 239 or kzhao@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/navigating-support-for-recreational-activities/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Zhao":MAILTO:kzhao@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231123T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231123T153000 DTSTAMP:20260503T003345 CREATED:20231025T152250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T160722Z UID:10002354-1700748000-1700753400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Benefits and Credits for People with Disabilities and their Caregivers DESCRIPTION:This online\, Zoom session will be presented by a representative of Employment and Social Development Canada and Munishi Desai\, CVITP and Benefits Outreach Officer from CRA. \nWe will talk about: \n\nRegistered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP)\nDisability tax credit (DTC)\,\nHow being eligible for the DTC can open doors to other programs.\n\nBring your questions! \nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Monday\, November 20. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information\, contact Tram at 519-836-2222\, ext. 222 or tnguyen@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/benefits-and-credits-for-people-with-disabilities-and-their-caregivers/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Tram Nguyen":MAILTO:tnguyen@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231128T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231128T180000 DTSTAMP:20260503T003345 CREATED:20231106T193906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T151331Z UID:10002370-1701189000-1701194400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Building Wealth in Canada for Ukrainians DESCRIPTION:** This session will be presented in English with interpretation in Ukrainian. ** \nAt this online session\, we will talk about: \n\nHow to create a realistic budget\nUnderstanding cash flow and how to control it\nHow to effectively manage money\nHhow to define a financial plan\nThe difference between “good debt” and “bad debt”\nThe difference between “wants” and “needs”\nThe key features of RRSPs\, RESPs and TFSAs\, and how they can help put a financial plan into action\nWhere to go for support\n\nView PDF flyer. \nGuest speaker: Edward Sawaya\nEdward Sawaya is the founder and managing partner of Sawaya CPA\, a tax and advisory boutique firm. Edward has over 30 years experience in both public accounting\, tax and advisory roles and in executive roles with large business and pension organizations. Edward graduated from the University of Ottawa with a Bachelor of Commerce. Edward is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA\, CA) and a holder of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation. He is also a Chartered Business Valuator (CBV). Edward is based in Toronto but provides advisory services to worldwide clients. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information\, contact Nataliia at 519-836-2222\, ext. 235 or ngonyk@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/building-wealth-in-canada-for-ukrainians/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nataliia Gonyk":MAILTO:ngonyk@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231128T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231128T190000 DTSTAMP:20260503T003345 CREATED:20231025T161452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T162052Z UID:10002356-1701190800-1701198000@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Getting Ready to Travel: Internationally\, Domestically and Locally DESCRIPTION:During this online session\, participants will learn: \n\nHow to use public transportation in Ontario and in a city\,\nTypes of transportation services in your community\,\nRequirements to travel outside of Canada\,\nHow to renew or ask for a new Permanent Resident card\nPermanent Resident Travel Documents (Permanent Resident abroad)\nHow to apply for a Travel Document.\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Thursday\, November 19. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information\, contact Cynthia at 519-836-2222\, ext. 259 or cmora@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/getting-ready-to-travel-internationally-domestically-and-locally/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Cynthia Mora":MAILTO:cmora@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231129T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231129T153000 DTSTAMP:20260503T003345 CREATED:20231113T213211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T213619Z UID:10002372-1701266400-1701271800@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Managing Your Money before it Manages You DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom\, to talk about tips for managing your money with guest speaker Heather Walsh\, CPA. \nWe will talk about: \n\nTips for saving\nKeeping track of ‘invisible’ spending\n\nand more! \nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Friday\, November 24. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information\, contact Nuhad at 519-836-2222\, ext. 236 or nabdal@is-gw.ca \n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone Number(Required)Email(Required)\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n What is your immigration status?(Required)\n \n \n Permanent Resident\n \n \n \n Protected Person\n \n \n \n Refugee Claimant\n \n \n \n Canadian Citizen\n \n \n \n Other\n Are you familiar with the online platform Zoom?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No. I would like help to set this up.\n Do you need language interpretation?Interpretation can be provided\, based on need. Please type your language below.Consent(Required) Yes\, I consent.By clicking the box below\, I consent to being contacted by Immigrant Services Guelph-Wellington (ISGW) by phone\, email and Zoom. I acknowledge that in attending ISGW’s online workshops\, my name and image may be visible to other ISGW clients\, volunteers and staff.CAPTCHA URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/managing-your-money-before-it-manages-you/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nuhad Abdal":MAILTO:nabdal@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231129T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231129T180000 DTSTAMP:20260503T003345 CREATED:20231106T184543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T184815Z UID:10002369-1701275400-1701280800@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Applying for Canadian Citizenship DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom to learn about applying for Canadian citizenship. \nWe will talk about: \n\nThe steps to apply\nEligibility criteria\nRequired documents\nThe citizenship test and ceremony\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Thursday\, November 23 and be sure to fill the interpretation section of the registration form. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information\, contact Nagisa at 519-836-2222\, ext. 229 or nnosrati@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/applying-for-canadian-citizenship-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR