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:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241105T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241105T140000 DTSTAMP:20260501T062343 CREATED:20241024T201524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T193737Z UID:10003898-1730811600-1730815200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Stress\, Emotions and Health DESCRIPTION:Join us\, online using Zoom\, to understand stress and how it affects our overall health. \nAt this session we will talk about: \n\nIdentifying Stress: Signs and symptoms that indicate you are stressed.\nImpact of Stress: How stress affects your physical and emotional well-being.\nStress Management: Effective strategies to manage and reduce stress.\n\nView PDF flyer. \n\nGuest speaker Mai-Vy Nguyen (she/her) is a training program facilitator with Hong Fook Mental Health Association and has been teaching and training with them and other organizations for over 10 years. Helping others take steps towards their own fullest potential is her passion. She is a visual artist\, storyteller\, musician\, life-long learner\, and loves to bring playful and curious elements to all her sessions.\nShe believes every person has a story to tell\, and something worth sharing. \n\nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register as soon as possible.\nNeed 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/stress-emotions-and-health/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nataliia Gonyk":MAILTO:ngonyk@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241107T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241107T123000 DTSTAMP:20260501T062343 CREATED:20241024T200249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T190656Z UID:10003897-1730979000-1730982600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Continuing Education at UGDSB DESCRIPTION:Join us\, online using Zoom\, to learn about the programs offered through Continuing Education at Upper Grand District School Board. \nAt this session we will talk about: \n\nAdult ESL/LINC\nSkills Upgrading Program\nPSW program\nPrior Learning Assessment & Recognition\nTransitioning between programs\n\nGuest Speaker: Narjis Ahmed\, Program Manager\, Continuing Education\, Upper Grand District School Board \nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register as soon as possible.\nNeed help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information\, contact Nahom at 519-836-2222\, ext. 263 or ntekle@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/continuing-education-at-ugdsb/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241108T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241108T113000 DTSTAMP:20260501T062343 CREATED:20241029T174817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T175018Z UID:10003909-1731061800-1731065400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:How to Apply for a Travel Document DESCRIPTION:** This session will be presented in Tigrinya. ** \nJoin us online\, using Zoom\, to learn about applying for a travel document. \nWe will talk about: \n\nHow to apply\nGathering all the necessary documents\nWho can be your guarantor and 2 references\n\nView PDF flyer. \nNeed 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-apply-for-a-travel-document-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Lulia Isaias":MAILTO:lisaias@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241112T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241112T193000 DTSTAMP:20260501T062343 CREATED:20241024T203846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T192019Z UID:10003899-1731436200-1731439800@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:How to Manage Stressful Situations and Fears DESCRIPTION:This session will be presented in Ukrainian. \nJoin us\, online using Zoom\, to learn how to manage stressful  situations and fears by developing mental resilience. \nAt this session participants will: \n\nUnderstand how stress and fear impact our mind and body\nIdentify internal “saboteurs” that amplify stress responses\nLearn mental fitness techniques to stop negative thoughts and shift to positive thinking\nDevelop inner “sage” wisdom\nGain practical tools for daily application of mental resilience\n\nView PDF flyer \n\nGuest Speaker: Myroslava Grygorachyk is a Relationship and Mental Fitness Coach\, specializing in guiding women\, particularly those 30 and above\, to live their healthiest\, strongest\, and happiest lives. Her approach is holistic\, focusing on mental clarity\, emotional resilience\, and creating deeper connections in relationships. \nIn addition to being a Mindvalley Certified Life Coach\, Myroslava also a Certified Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP)\, Certified Master Practitioner of Time Line Therapy\, Certified Consulting Hypnotist\, and a Six-Phase Meditation Trainer. Coach Myroslava is dedicated to helping people feel strong\, healthy\, and happy by connecting their mind\, body\, and spirit. Whether it’s through breathwork and movement or changing negative thought patterns\, she focuses on empowering people to unlock their potential and live with joy\, freedom\, and strength. Her core values are love\, freedom\, and movement\, and she believes every person deserves to feel seen\, heard\, and empowered. \n\nNeed 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/how-to-manage-stressful-situations-and-fears/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nataliia Gonyk":MAILTO:ngonyk@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241114T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241114T153000 DTSTAMP:20260501T062343 CREATED:20241031T143729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T144600Z UID:10003913-1731592800-1731598200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Traffic Laws in Ontario/Winter Driving Tips DESCRIPTION:As a driver in our community\, you must know the traffic laws and driving practices that help traffic move safely. \nAt this online session\, we’re pleased to have guest speaker Constable Paul Hinchliffe\, Community Resource Officer\, Guelph Police Service\, with us to talk about traffic laws in Ontario and winter driving tips. \nJoin us online\, using Zoom\, to learn about: \n\nDrinking & driving\nSeatbelts\nSpeeding & demerit points\nWhat to do if the police stop you\nWinter driving tips\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register as soon as possible\, and be sure to fill in the interpretation question on the registration form. \nNeed help with technology? 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 Traffic Laws in Ontario\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone/Cellular Number*Email*\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n What is your immigration status?*\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 Do you need language interpretation?Interpretation is available\, based on need. Please let us know your language.Are you familiar with the online platform Zoom?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No. I would like help to set this up.\n 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. Yes\, I consent.CAPTCHA URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/traffic-laws-in-ontario-winter-driving-tips/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nuhad Abdal":MAILTO:nabdal@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241121T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241121T153000 DTSTAMP:20260501T062343 CREATED:20241001T153459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T201859Z UID:10003874-1732197600-1732203000@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Healthy Eating and Diet - Vietnamese DESCRIPTION:Presented with interpretation in Vietnamese. \nJoin us in person at ISGW to learn about healthy eating with professional dietitians Amber Hames and Ryan Koop from Guelph Community Health Centre. \nAt this session\, we will talk about: \n\nTaking supplements\nManaging your diet for:\n\neveryday healthy living\npeople with diabetes\, or with high blood pressure\, high cholesterol\n\n\nPros and cons of canned food vs. fresh\nFood selection for special diets\n\nView PDF flyer. \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/healthy-eating-and-diet-vietnamese/ LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Tram Nguyen":MAILTO:tnguyen@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241122T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241122T113000 DTSTAMP:20260501T062343 CREATED:20241029T174002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T174205Z UID:10003908-1732271400-1732275000@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Applying for Canadian Citizenship DESCRIPTION:** This session will be presented in Tigrinya. ** \nJoin us online\, using Zoom\, to learn and ask questions about applying for Canadian citizenship. \nDiscussion topics will include: \n\nHow to apply\nEligibility\nApplication package (Application form\, documents\, and document checklist)\nPreparing a complete application\n\nView PDF flyer. \nNeed 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/applying-for-canadian-citizenship-4/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Lulia Isaias":MAILTO:lisaias@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR