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 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:20240806T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240806T180000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240703T181240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T181540Z UID:10003655-1722963600-1722967200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Child Care and Child Care Subsidy DESCRIPTION:During this online session\, participants will learn about the different child care services available in Guelph and how to access the Child Care Fee Subsidy through Wellington County. \nGuest Speaker:\nTrish McComb\, Manager of Child Care Subsidy\, Children’s Early Years Division\, County of Wellington \nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by July 31.\nNeed help with technology? 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/child-care-and-child-care-subsidy-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Cynthia Mora":MAILTO:cmora@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240729T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240729T120000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240705T145504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T184255Z UID:10003657-1722250800-1722254400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:How to Access Health Care Services in Guelph DESCRIPTION:Join 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 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/how-to-access-health-care-services-in-guelph-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240725T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240725T183000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240703T163727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T172302Z UID:10003654-1721926800-1721932200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Benefits and Credits for People with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:This online\, Zoom session will be presented by Piravena Sivasubramaniam\, CPA. \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\, July 22. \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  \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/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nuhad Abdal":MAILTO:nabdal@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240709T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240709T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240626T182855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T153630Z UID:10003282-1720544400-1720551600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:How to Buy Your First Home in Canada DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking about buying your first home?\nJoin us online\, using Zoom to learn from a variety of industry professionals\, including: \nAida Valois\, Real Estate Lawyer and Notary Public\nKelly Hung\, Real Estate Agent\nMichelle Yu\, Mobile Mortgage Specialist\nDavid Pacheco\, Mortgage Agent – Level 2 \nBring your questions! \nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register as soon as possible.\nNeed help with technology? 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/how-to-buy-your-first-home-in-canada/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Cynthia Mora":MAILTO:cmora@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240702T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240702T183000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240617T165301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T161945Z UID:10003102-1719939600-1719945000@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Habitat for Humanity Guelph-Wellington Homeownership Program DESCRIPTION:Habitat for Humanity Guelph Wellington bridges the gap for families who live in inadequate\, unsafe\, and/or unaffordable housing and want to become a homeowner. \nJoin us online\, using Zoom\, to learn about Habitat’s Homeownership Program with guest speaker Kathryn Stokes (she/her)\, Director\, Housing Partnerships\, Habitat for Humanity Guelph Wellington. \nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Wednesday\, June 26.\nNeed help with technology? 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/habitat-for-humanity-guelph-wellington-homeownership-program/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Cynthia Mora":MAILTO:cmora@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240625T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240625T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240528T140102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T140905Z UID:10003036-1719334800-1719342000@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Getting Ready to Travel Outside Canada DESCRIPTION:Are you planning trip outside of Canada? Join us for this online information session to learn about: \n\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\, June 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 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-outside-canada-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Cynthia Mora":MAILTO:cmora@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240619T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240619T153000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240527T175147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T175808Z UID:10003035-1718805600-1718811000@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Financial Literacy for Newcomers: Building Wealth in Canada DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom\, to learn strategies for managing your money with guest speaker Jane E. Adams\, FCPA\, FCMA Tax and Management Consultant. \nWe will talk about: \n\nCreating a budget\nUnderstanding cash flow\nThe secret to being a good money manager\nDeciding on a financial plan\nSorting out your wants and needs\nPutting your financial plan in action\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Friday\, June 14.\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 Financial Literacy for Newcomers: Managing Your Money\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/financial-literacy-for-newcomers-building-wealth-in-canada/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nuhad Abdal":MAILTO:nabdal@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240618T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240618T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240528T175901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T132030Z UID:10003038-1718726400-1718730000@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Planning for Retirement DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom to talk about retirement planning with guest speaker Jane E. Adams\, FCPA\, FCMA. \nDiscussion topics will include: \n\nWhy you need a retirement plan\nHow to become proactive and start retirement planning early\nThe benefits of:\n\nusing government tax deferral/saving opportunities\nparticipating in company pension plans\nnon-registered investments\n\n\n\nView PDF flyer. \n\nJane E. Adams is a Canadian Income Tax and GST practitioner with her own CPA specialty practice in Cambridge\, Ontario. Jane brings a wealth of experience from more than 45 years dealing with a wide range of Canadian Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) matters\, Bahamas VAT and indirect tax and Canadian payroll and income tax matters. She has applied her experience from working abroad to helping both immigrants and emigrants with their Canadian personal income tax compliance and has been a regular speaker at various professional conferences. \n\nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Thursday\, June 13.\nNeed help with technology? 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/planning-for-retirement/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nataliia Gonyk":MAILTO:ngonyk@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240614T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240614T103000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240528T181836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T132133Z UID:10003039-1718357400-1718361000@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Required Documents for Common Applications DESCRIPTION:This session will be presented in Mandarin. \nJoin us online\, using Zoom\, to learn about the documents that are required when: \n\nRenewing a Permanent Resident card\nApplying for a Travel Document\nApplying for Permanent Resident Travel Documents (Permanent Resident abroad)\nApplying for Canadian citizenship\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/required-documents-for-common-applications/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Zhao":MAILTO:kzhao@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240604T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240604T150000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240527T170518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T170531Z UID:10003020-1717509600-1717513200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Wellness Workshop: Resources for Self-Care DESCRIPTION:Self-care means taking the time to do things that help you live well and improve both your physical health and mental health. \nJoin us online\, using Zoom to talk about finding practical and professional supports in Guelph with guest speaker Penny MacLean. \n\nPenny MacLean is an experienced and highly sought-after Mental Health First Aid instructor and motivational speaker. She is passionate about social justice and has been instrumental in effecting meaningful and positive change for people living with mental health issues while also supporting those in positions to assist. \nView PDF flyer. \nFor more information or help to register\, contact Yasmin 519-836-2222\, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/wellness-workshop-resources-for-self-care-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Yasmin Holoubi":MAILTO:yholoubi@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240529T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240529T153000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240424T185613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T190004Z UID:10003019-1716991200-1716996600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Personal Injury Law DESCRIPTION:Personal injury law is about seeking compensation for injuries a person has sustained as a result of another’s actions or lack of care. \nJoin us online\, using Zoom\, with guest speaker David Woolcott\, Woolcott Krashinsky LLP\, Barristers and Solicitors\, to talk about Personal Injury Law. \nWe will talk about: \n\nWhat is personal injury law?\nCar accident injuries\nWorkplace injuries\nSlip and fall injuries\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Friday\, May 24 and remember to fill the interpretation section 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  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/personal-injury-law/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nuhad Abdal":MAILTO:nabdal@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240528T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240528T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240430T161032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T173125Z UID:10003024-1716912000-1716915600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Fraud Protection DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom to talk about fraud and how it works with guest speaker V.P. (Vince) Mayne\, CPA. \nDiscussion topics will include: \n\nHow to identify the signs of fraud and how to act on suspicions\nWhy vulnerable people are targeted\nWhat to do if you are a victim of fraud\n\nView PDF flyer. \n\nAbout our guest speaker: Prior to retiring V.P. (Vince) Mayne progressed through financial management positions of increasing\nresponsibility to controller position at CIBC’s IT business unit. Earlier\, he worked in finance and accounting positions at Nestlé\, Shell\, Texaco and Imperial Oil. More recently\, Vince has expanded his volunteer portfolio to include the CPA Canada financial literacy workshops. Over a period of 7 years Vince personally hosted numerous workshops in local schools\, senior citizens’ centres and small businesses throughout Ontario. Although CPA Canada labels its service to Canadians as financial literacy\, Vince maintains that ‘financial wellness’ better describes the value of his volunteer effort. \n\nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. If you would like to request an interpreter\, please register by Thursday\, May 23.\nNeed help with technology? 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/fraud-protection/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nataliia Gonyk":MAILTO:ngonyk@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240524T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240524T110000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240429T201504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T173257Z UID:10003023-1716544800-1716548400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Families and Parenting DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom for an information session about Families and Parenting. We’re pleased to have a guest speaker from Family and Children’s Services of Guelph and Wellington with us to present this session. \nDiscussion topics will include: \n\nParenting skills to raise confident and disciplined kids\nHow to manage your child’s anger and disobedience\nQ & A\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Tuesday\, May 21.\nNeed help with technology? 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. \n  URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/families-and-parenting/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240509T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240509T160000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240422T173217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T174014Z UID:10003016-1715265000-1715270400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Traffic Laws in Ontario 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. \nJoin us online\, using Zoom\, to learn about: \n\nDrinking & driving\nSeatbelts\nSpeeding & demerit points\nWhat to do if the police stop you\nBicycle safety\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Monday\, May 6\, 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 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/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nuhad Abdal":MAILTO:nabdal@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240507T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240507T140000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240424T183739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T195145Z UID:10003022-1715086800-1715090400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Wellness Workshop: Resources for Self-Care DESCRIPTION:Self-care means taking the time to do things that help you live well and improve both your physical health and mental health. \nJoin us online\, using Zoom on Tuesday\, May 7 to talk about free activities and resources you can use to build your own self-care routine with guest speaker Penny MacLean. \nJoin us online again\, Tuesday\, June 4 for a second session to talk about finding practical and professional supports in Guelph. \n\nPenny MacLean is an experienced and highly sought-after Mental Health First Aid instructor and motivational speaker. She is passionate about social justice and has been instrumental in effecting meaningful and positive change for people living with mental health issues while also supporting those in positions to assist. \nView PDF flyer. \nFor more information or help to register\, contact Yasmin 519-836-2222\, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/wellness-workshop-resources-for-self-care/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Yasmin Holoubi":MAILTO:yholoubi@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240416T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240416T183000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240401T150445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T151003Z UID:10003009-1713286800-1713292200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Get to Know Guelph Public Library DESCRIPTION:At this online session\, staff from Guelph Public Library will join us to talk about: \n\nLibrary card registration\nSchool\, language\, and recreational resources for students and families\nPhysical and digital citizenship resources\nUpdates to language learning resources and programs\nPrograms for different ages\nReading clubs for children\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Thursday\, April 11.\nNeed help with technology? 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/get-to-know-guelph-public-library-6/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Cynthia Mora":MAILTO:cmora@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240328T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240328T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240311T183134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T205648Z UID:10003006-1711641600-1711645200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Nurturing Healthy and Happy Kids DESCRIPTION:During this session we will talk about common concerns and challenges faced by parents in promoting their child(ren)’s wellbeing with guest speaker Priya Prince. \nPriya Prince is a registered mental health professional serving adults\, children and families across Ontario in both private and community settings. She is culturally sensitive and trauma informed and trained in various modalities to better support the community. \nJoin us\, in person at ISGW or online\, using Zoom\, to talk about: \n\nUnderstanding children’s emotional needs and promoting emotional intelligence\nBuilding strong parent-child relationships\nHealthy habits for physical health\, nutrition\, and sleep\nTeaching effective communication\nDeveloping resilience and coping skills\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Monday\, March 25. \nFor more information\, contact Nataliia at 519-836-2222\, ext. 235 or ngonyk@is-gw.ca\nOR\nAsmait at 226-821-4454 or aafewerqi@is-gw.ca \n  \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/nurturing-healthy-and-happy-kids/ LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nataliia Gonyk":MAILTO:ngonyk@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240318T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240318T140000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240304T192924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T195413Z UID:10002646-1710766800-1710770400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Skilled Trades DESCRIPTION:There are more than 300 trades in Canada\, in sectors such as construction (carpenters\, painters\, welders and more); transportation (automotive service technicians\, heavy-duty equipment technicians and more); manufacturing and industrial (tool and die makers\, industrial mechanics (millwrights)\, metal fabricators\, and more); services (cooks\, bakers\, hairstylists and more)\, information and digital technology. \nJoin us in person at ISGW to learn about skilled trades and apprenticeships\, with guest speaker Abby Brandes from Conestoga College. \nWe will talk about: \n\nWhat is an apprenticeship?\nPathways into trades and apprenticeship\nGeneral information\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Wednesday\, March 13 and be sure to complete the interpretation section of the registration form. \nFor more information or help to register\, contact Tarik at 519-836-2222\, ext. 257 or tbelmqaddem@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest. Please be aware that this session has been cancelled. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/skilled-trades/ LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Employment,Information Sessions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://is-gw.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/NeedAJob-graphic.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tarik Belmqaddem":MAILTO:tbelmqaddem@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240307T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240307T153000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240227T192033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T192354Z UID:10002643-1709820000-1709825400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:The Strong Woman Investor DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom\, to learn about the power of woman and investing. \nWe’re pleased to have guest speaker Carol Skillen\, CPA\, CGA present this session.\nAfter retiring from a 25-year career at Canada Revenue Agency\, Carol began volunteering with CPA Canada\, presenting financial literacy sessions. She conducts these CPA Financial Literacy sessions because of her belief that everyone should possess the set of skills and knowledge that allows them to make informed and effective decisions with all of their financial resources. Or\, at least\, to have enough knowledge to know when they should ask more questions! \nAt this session we will talk about: \n\nThe power of women and investing\nMoney habits for long-term stability\nConsiderations to investing – my options for for managing money\nDifferent types of investments\nTax implications\nPlanning for retirement\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register as soon as possible.\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  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/the-strong-woman-investor/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nuhad Abdal":MAILTO:nabdal@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240307T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240307T120000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240227T165802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T170103Z UID:10002642-1709809200-1709812800@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:The Effects of Repetitive Pregnancy on Women DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using zoom\, for this session. We’re pleased to have guest speaker Hoda Ghonim\, who is an internationally-trained obstetrician\, working at SHORE as a newcomer health program coordinator and running programs for pregnant women. \nDiscussion topics include: \n\nProper gap between pregnancies\nContraceptive methods available in Canada\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register as soon as possible. \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/the-effects-of-repetitive-pregnancy-on-women/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240305T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240305T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240221T161156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T161753Z UID:10002638-1709658000-1709665200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Getting Ready to Travel: Internationally\, Domestically\, Locally DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom\, to get ready to travel! \nDuring this online session\, participants will learn about: \n\nUsing public transportation in Ontario and in Guelph\nAffordable bus passes\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\, February 29. \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-locally/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Cynthia Mora":MAILTO:cmora@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240228T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240228T173000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240207T184900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T185225Z UID:10002574-1709136000-1709141400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Income Tax for Newcomers DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom\, to learn about filing income tax in Canada with guest speaker Cindy Marlor\, Canada Revenue Agency / Government of Canada. \nTopics to be covered include: \n\nCanada’s tax system\nCanada Child Benefit\, Child disability benefit\nGST/HST credit\nDisability tax credit\nClimate Action Incentive Payments\nCanada workers benefit\nCRA Tool and Resources\nCommunity Volunteer Income Tax Program\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Friday\, February 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 Maryam at 519-836-2222\, ext. 233 or mkhademi@is-gw.ca \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/income-tax-for-newcomers-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Maryam Khademi":MAILTO:mkhademi@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240221T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240221T143000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240208T165533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T170525Z UID:10002577-1708520400-1708525800@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Filing Income Tax in Canada (in Tigrinya) DESCRIPTION:** This session will be presented in Tigrinya. ** \nJoin us online\, using Zoom\, to learn about filing income tax in Canada. \nDiscussion topics include: \n\nCommunity Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP)\nInformation/documents needed to file your income tax\nExpenses\, credits and deductions\nBenefits\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 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/filing-income-tax-in-canada-in-tigrinya/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240216T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240216T110000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240207T205751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T210138Z UID:10002576-1708077600-1708081200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Refugee Sponsorship Training DESCRIPTION:At this hybrid session\, Said Nixon Bangura from Refugee Sponsorship Training Program at Catholic Crosscultural Services will be with us to discuss: \n\nOverview of IRCC’s new\, online portal\nHow to create an account and start filling the application.\n\nYou can attend this session in person at ISGW or online\, using Zoom. \nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register as soon as possible.\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. Please check our event calendar for upcoming sessions. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/refugee-sponsorship-training-22/ LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Information Sessions,Refugee Sponsorship Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240213T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240213T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240131T211134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T203109Z UID:10002572-1707845400-1707850800@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Declaración de Impuestos DESCRIPTION:Acompáñenos en línea usando ZOOM \n¡Queremos que las declaraciónes de impuestos sean más fáciles para ustedes!\n¡Ven y aprende sobre tus IMPUESTOS individuales! \n⇒ ¿Qué tipo de información necesitaría?\n⇒ ¿Dónde puedo hacer mi declaración de impuestos gratis?\n⇒ ¿Qué tipo de gastos son deducibles y cuáles no?\n⇒ ¿Qué tipo de deducciones y créditos fiscales puedo esperar y cómo funcionan? \nPresentadora: Patricia Wohleser\, CPA\, CA \nView PDF flyer. \n¿Quiere unirse a la sesión pero no tiene un dispositivo electrónico?\n¿Necesita ayuda con ZOOM?\nDíganos y nosotros le podemos ayudar. \nPor favor contactar a Cynthia a cmora@is-gw.ca\, 519-836-2222\, ext. 259 \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/declaracion-de-impuestos-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Cynthia Mora":MAILTO:cmora@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240206T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240206T173000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240201T173917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T174340Z UID:10002573-1707237000-1707240600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:What You Need to Know about Tax - for Ukrainians DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom to talk about: \n\nWhy there are taxes\, how the Canadian tax system works\, and how Canadians’ taxes are used\nWhat taxes need to be paid\, and how to pay them\nHow to reduce taxes\, and how to gain benefits today and in the future\nHow to file a tax return and what happens once you’ve file\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/what-you-need-to-know-about-tax-for-ukrainians/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nataliia Gonyk":MAILTO:ngonyk@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240130T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240130T150000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240110T192706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T193000Z UID:10002564-1706623200-1706626800@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:IRCC Portal and Online Applications DESCRIPTION:Your account lets you start\, submit\, and pay for an application\, get messages related to your application\, check the status of your application and update your information. \nJoin us online\, using Zoom for this important information session to to learn: \n\nHow to create an IRCC account\nHow to check your application status\nHow to complete an IRCC webform\nHow to change your address\nHow to create an IRCC e-payment account\nWhat can be paid from the IRCC e-payment account\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Wednesday\, January 24 and be sure to fill the interpretation section of the 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 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/ircc-portal-and-online-applications-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nataliia Gonyk":MAILTO:ngonyk@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240125T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240125T150000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240109T212747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T213138Z UID:10002562-1706191200-1706194800@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:An Introduction to Police in Guelph/Canada DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom\, for an introduction to police in Guelph/Canada with our guest speaker: Constable Paul Hinchliffe\nCommunity Resource Officer\, Guelph Police Service. \nWe will talk about: \n\nOnline services at Guelph Police Service\nHome and property safety\nCommunity safety\nFraud\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Monday\, January 22.\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/an-introduction-to-police-in-guelph-canada/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nataliia Gonyk":MAILTO:ngonyk@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240119T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240119T110000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20240109T220856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T191341Z UID:10002563-1705658400-1705662000@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Refugee Sponsorship Training DESCRIPTION:Said Nixon Bangura from Refugee Sponsorship Training Program at Catholic Crosscultural Services will join us for this session to discuss: \n\nAn overview of the sponsorship process\nEligibility and requirements\nQuestions from participants\n\nYou can attend this session in person at ISGW or online\, using Zoom. \nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register as soon as possible.\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. Please check our event calendar for upcoming sessions. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/refugee-sponsorship-training-21/ LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Information Sessions,Refugee Sponsorship Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231219T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231219T150000 DTSTAMP:20260428T233906 CREATED:20231206T163343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T163658Z UID:10002389-1702994400-1702998000@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Traffic Laws and Winter Driving DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom for this session with guest speaker: Constable Paul Hinchliffe\, Community Resource Officer\, Guelph Police Service. \nWe will talk about: \n\nOntario Highway Traffic Laws\nWinter driving tips\nBicycle safety tips\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Wednesday\, December 13 and remember to fill the interpretation section of your 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 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/traffic-laws-and-winter-driving/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nataliia Gonyk":MAILTO:ngonyk@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR