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:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD 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:20231012T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231012T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20231003T174753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T175005Z UID:10002348-1697128200-1697131800@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Youth Chat: Guelph Public Library Services DESCRIPTION:Join us in person at ISGW to learn about Guelph Public Library services and the benefits of a library card. \nWe’re pleased to have guest speaker Emily Tyschenko from Guelph Public Library with us for this session! \nAt this session we will learn about: \n\nhow to get a library card\nlibrary programs and services\nonline resources for language learning and homework help\nhow to borrow eBooks\nWIFI hotspots\n\n** Bring your ID and have a library card created at the session! ** \nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register early and be sure to complete the interpretation section of the registration form. \nFor more information or help to register contact Alisiia at 226-332-0785 or adovban@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-chat-guelph-public-library-services/ LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth ORGANIZER;CN="Alisiia Dovban":MAILTO:adovban@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231004T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231004T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230912T183240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T183347Z UID:10002333-1696435200-1696440600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:NOW 2023 - John F. Ross DESCRIPTION:New to Canada? Enrolled in High School?\nJoin us for Newcomer Orientation Week (NOW)!\nYouth Peer Leaders and SWIS workers have organized activities to help newcomer students: \n\nlearn about getting around the school\nconnect with other newcomer families\, peer leaders\, and friends\nlearn about resources available in schools and the wider community\n\nRefreshments to be provided! \nCome and meet Guelph’s Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) \nView PDF flyer. \nFor more information\, or help to register\, contact Marcela at 226-821-0524 or maltamira@is-gw.ca \n  URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/now-2023-john-f-ross/ LOCATION:John F. Ross CVI\, 21 Meyer Drive\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1E 4H1 CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://is-gw.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/SWIS-Now-graphic-e1660592267254.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Marcela Altamira":MAILTO:maltamira@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231003T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231003T180000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230926T203029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T145016Z UID:10002337-1696352400-1696356000@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Bicycle Safety for Kids DESCRIPTION:Join our SWIS team and a member of Guelph Police Service\, online using Zoom\, to learn about Bicycle Safety for Kids. \nWe will talk about: \n\nThe importance of bicycle safety\nBicycle safety equipment\nRules of the road\nSafe riding practices\nParental responsibilities\nResources and support\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register as soon as possible and be sure to complete 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 or to register\, contact Alisiia at 226-332-0785 or adovban@is-gw.ca \n  URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/bicycle-safety-for-kids/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Alisiia Dovban":MAILTO:adovban@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230926T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230926T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230912T182751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T183020Z UID:10002332-1695744000-1695749400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:NOW 2023 - Our Lady of Lourdes DESCRIPTION:New to Canada? Enrolled in High School?\nJoin us for Newcomer Orientation Week (NOW)!\nYouth Peer Leaders and SWIS workers have organized activities to help newcomer students: \n\nlearn about getting around the school\nconnect with other newcomer families\, peer leaders\, and friends\nlearn about resources available in schools and the wider community\n\nRefreshments to be provided! \nCome and meet Guelph’s Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) \nView PDF flyer. \nFor more information\, or help to register\, contact Nahom at 226-332-0784 or ntekle@is-gw.ca \n  URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/now-2023-our-lady-of-lourdes/ LOCATION:Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School\, 54 Westmount Rd.\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 5H7\, Canada CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://is-gw.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/SWIS-Now-graphic-e1660592267254.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230921T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230921T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230911T173449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T193020Z UID:10002331-1695313800-1695317400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Youth Chat: The Grove Youth Hubs DESCRIPTION:Join us in person at ISGW for regular information sessions to learn and ask questions about a variety of topics. \nIn September\, we will learn about The Grove Youth Hubs with guest speaker Justin McLean. \nWe will talk about: \nView PDF flyer. \nInterpretation is available based on need. If you would like interpretation\, please register early and be sure to complete the interpretation section of the registration form. \nFor more information or help to register\, contact Alisiia at 226-332-0785 or adovban@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-chat-the-grove-youth-hubs/ LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth ORGANIZER;CN="Alisiia Dovban":MAILTO:adovban@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230919T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230919T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230825T174636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T175233Z UID:10002263-1695141000-1695144600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Connecting to Your School - UGDSB Guelph DESCRIPTION:Are you new to Canada? Do you want to learn how to navigate\nyour child’s school website and more?\nNew Date! This session has been rescheduled from September 12. \nThis session is for families with children attending an Upper Grand District School Board school in Guelph. \nJoin our SWIS team in person at ISGW\, to learn about: \n\nNavigating the school and board websites\nAccessing the school calendar\, school newsletter\nSchoolCash Online payment system\nSchool bus and inclement weather communication\nSchool fundraising events\, school trips\nPreparing your child for school (clothing\, packed lunch\, etc.)\nCommunicating with your child’s teacher\, reporting absence\nStudents arriving on time for school\nNo parking in the school parking lot\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register as soon as possible and be sure to complete the interpretation section of the registration form. \nFor more information or to register\, contact Azita at 519-831-1157 or afarsi@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/connecting-to-your-school-ugdsb-guelph/ LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Azita Farsi":MAILTO:afarsi@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230825T183532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T151525Z UID:10002264-1694709000-1694712600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Connecting to Your School - UGDSB county schools DESCRIPTION:Are you new to Canada? Do you want to learn how to navigate your child’s school website and more?\nThis session is for families with children attending an Upper Grand District School Board school in Wellington-Dufferin County. \nJoin our SWIS team online\, using zoom\, to learn about: \n\nNavigating the school and board websites\nAccessing the school calendar\, school newsletter\nSchoolCash Online payment system\nSchool bus and inclement weather communication\nSchool fundraising events\, school trips\nPreparing your child for school (clothing\, packed lunch\, etc.)\nCommunicating with your child’s teacher\, reporting absence\nStudents arriving on time for school\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register as soon as possible and be sure to complete 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 or to register\, contact Binaya at 226-332-0783 or bnyaupane@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/connecting-to-your-school-ugdsb-county-schools/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Binaya Nyaupane":MAILTO:bnyaupane@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230824T185339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T151736Z UID:10002259-1694709000-1694712600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Peer Leader Training DESCRIPTION:We Want You!\nBecome a Peer Leader at ISGW\nThe SWIS team is training youth Peer Leaders to welcome new high school students to their schools during two Newcomer Orientation Week events this September. \nDuring these events\, peer leaders will help newcomer students navigate their new school\, learn school routines and provide information about accessing resources in the school and the wider community. \nAs a Peer Leader you will: \n\nengage in leadership building activities\nhelp newcomer peers transition to a new school\nhelp build a sense of community in schools\nearn volunteer hours (by attending training and NOW events)\nreceive a Peer Leader certificate from ISGW\n\nView PDF flyer. \nPizza and refreshments will be provided! \nIn-person training takes place at Immigrant Services 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph \nFor more information or to register\, contact Nahom at 226-332-0784 or ntekle@is-gw.ca \n  \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/peer-leader-training/ LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230831T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230831T113000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230829T133935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T150903Z UID:10002265-1693477800-1693481400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Back to School Vaccine Information for Newcomer Families DESCRIPTION:Join our SWIS team in person at ISGW\, with guest speakers from Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health to learn about: \n\nVaccination requirements for infants and toddlers\, kindergarteners\, grade 7 students\, and high school-aged youth\nWhere to get vaccinated\nTranslation of vaccine documents\nOptions for children who are missing vaccines required for school (vaccination\, exemption\, and suspension)\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register as soon as possible and be sure to complete the interpretation section of the registration form. \nFor more information or to register\, contact Batiseba at 519-831-1281 or bmebrahtu@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/back-to-school-vaccine-information-for-newcomer-families/ LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Batiseba Mebrahtu":MAILTO:bmebrahtu@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230817T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230817T113000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230808T174857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T175745Z UID:10002107-1692268200-1692271800@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Getting Ready for Fall Activities DESCRIPTION:The time to register for sports and activities starting in the Fall is NOW. \nJoin our SWIS team online\, using Zoom\, to learn about: \n\nSports and activities for children and youth provided by:\n\nThe City of Guelph\nGuelph Soccer\nGuelph Minor Hockey Association\nSaultos Gymnastics\nYMCA\n\n\nThe registration process and fees\nFinancial Assistance – Free to Grow program\, Children’s Foundation Guelph and Wellington\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register as soon as possible and be sure to complete the interpretation section of the registration form. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? ISGW can lend you a device for the purposes of attending this session. Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help!  \nFor more information or to register\, contact Marcela at 226-821-0524 or maltamira@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/getting-ready-for-fall-activities/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Marcela Altamira":MAILTO:maltamira@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230720T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230720T110000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230712T175126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T175127Z UID:10002101-1689847200-1689850800@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Summer Activity Ideas for Families DESCRIPTION:During this in-person session\, we will provide you with ideas and resources to keep your kids entertained during the summer. \nAlso at this session: \n\nliteracy kits for children in grades 1-4 from United for Literacy\nregister for the Community Backpack Project (offers free\, fully-stocked backpacks for children in K – Grade 12)\n\nView PDF flyer. \nActivities for children and light refreshments will be provided. \nPlease register in advance by clicking here: https://forms.gle/8L73Uc2ZcKyFEBCt5 \nFor more information contact Marcela at 226-821-0524 or maltamira@is-gw.ca URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/summer-activity-ideas-for-families/ LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Marcela Altamira":MAILTO:maltamira@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230622T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230622T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230605T160849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T181810Z UID:10002000-1687451400-1687455000@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Youth Chat - Applying for Citizenship DESCRIPTION:At this in person session we will talk about Applying for Citizenship with guest speaker Dayami Ramirez\, Program Manager – Settlement and SWIS. \nDiscussion topics include: \n\nApplication eligibility\nImportant documents\nApplying as a minor\n\nView PDF flyer. \nThis is an in-person session\, however\, if you would prefer to attend this session online\, using Zoom\, please let us know and we will make arrangements. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register early and be sure to complete the interpretation section of the registration form. \nContact Alisiia at 226-332-0785\, adovban@is-gw.ca OR Ali at 226-332-0790\, azaidi@is-gw.ca. \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-chat-applying-for-citizenship-2/ LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth ORGANIZER;CN="Alisiia Dovban":MAILTO:adovban@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230621T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230621T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230607T172035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T172404Z UID:10002001-1687365000-1687368600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Getting Ready for Summer DESCRIPTION:Join our SWIS team online\, using Zoom\, to learn about safe and fun suggestions for summertime activities for kids and families. \nWe will talk about: \n\nRecreation programs in Guelph\, Wellington County and Dufferin County\nCamping\, accessing national parks\nGardening\, cooking and baking\nBackyard fun\, and more!\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Thursday\, June 15 and be sure to complete the interpretation section of the registration form. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? ISGW can lend you a device for the purposes of attending\nthis session. Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information or to register\, contact Binaya at 226-332-0783 or bnyaupane@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/getting-ready-for-summer/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Binaya Nyaupane":MAILTO:bnyaupane@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230615T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230615T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230605T160153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T181721Z UID:10001999-1686846600-1686850200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Youth Chat - Community Involvement DESCRIPTION:At this online session\, using Zoom\, we will talk about volunteering during the summer\, including: \n\nThe importance of community involvement\nImproving your leadership skills\nGaining work experience\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register early and be sure to complete the interpretation section of the registration form. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? ISGW can lend you a device for the purposes of attending\nthis session. Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help. \nContact Alisiia at 226-332-0785\, adovban@is-gw.ca OR Ali at 226-332-0790\, azaidi@is-gw.ca. \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-chat-community-involvement-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth ORGANIZER;CN="Alisiia Dovban":MAILTO:adovban@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230612T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230612T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230605T155649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T181655Z UID:10001998-1686585600-1686589200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Youth Chat - Summer Programs and Activities DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom to explore Summer Programs and Activities. \nAt this session we will discuss: \n\nSummer camps (and volunteer/job opportunities)\nFee assistance (Free to Grow\, YMCA assistance)\nGuelph Public Library\, community garden\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register early and be sure to complete the interpretation section of the registration form. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? ISGW can lend you a device for the purposes of attending\nthis session. Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help. \nContact Alisiia at 226-332-0785\, adovban@is-gw.ca OR Ali at 226-332-0790\, azaidi@is-gw.ca. \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-chat-summer-programs-and-activities/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230525T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230525T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230504T155038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T161114Z UID:10001987-1685030400-1685034000@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Youth Chat: Getting Your Driver's Licence DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom to learn and ask questions about Getting Your Driver’s Licence. \nTopics to be discussed include: \n\nGraduated licences\, G1 – G driver’s licence differences\nWhen can you get a licence? How much does it cost?\nFree\, online preparation resources\nGovernment-approved driving schools\nInsurance costs\nWhere to book your road test\, languages available\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register early and be sure to complete the\ninterpretation section of the registration form. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? ISGW can lend you a device for the purposes of attending\nthis session. Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information\, contact Ali at 226-332-0790 or azaidi@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-chat-getting-your-drivers-licence-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230427T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230427T183000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230403T165615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T203006Z UID:10001980-1682616600-1682620200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Learn about the SchoolMessenger App DESCRIPTION:** For families in the Wellington Catholic District School Board ** \nJoin our SWIS team online\, using Zoom\, to learn about using SchoolMessenger to be up-to-date with communications from school. \nGuest Speaker: Valerie Karunaratne\, English Language Learning (ELL) Lead \nTopics to be covered include: \n\nHow to download/register for SchoolMessenger\nHow to use SchoolMessenger\nWhat is SafeArrival?\nUsing SafeArrival to report your child’s absence from school\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Monday\, April 24 and be sure to complete the interpretation section of the registration form. \nDo you want to attend online but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information or to register\, 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/learn-about-the-schoolmessenger-app/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Alisiia Dovban":MAILTO:adovban@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230413T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230413T183000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230403T163337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T153003Z UID:10001979-1681407000-1681410600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:The IRCC Portal: How to Use It DESCRIPTION:** This session will be presented in Ukrainian. ** \nYour 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 our SWIS team online\, using Zoom 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 extend your Work Permit\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 Monday\, April 10 and be sure\nto complete the interpretation section of the registration form. \nDo you want to attend online but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information or to register\, 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/the-ircc-portal-how-to-use-it/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Alisiia Dovban":MAILTO:adovban@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230325T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230325T143000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230223T161143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T161436Z UID:10001788-1679751000-1679754600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Parenting Newcomer Youth DESCRIPTION:Join our SWIS team online\, using Zoom\, or in person at ISGW for this session. \nSettlement and migration can be stressful for youth (13-19). Adjusting to a new country can present a list of challenges\, which if unaddressed\, can lead to negative outcomes. These challenges include: \n\nIntergenerational disconnect\nFinancial instability\nContact with the criminal justice system\nLack of belonging\n\nOur guest speaker: Nabeel Rahman\, M.A.\, R.S.W. Registered Social Worker\, Positive Thought Counselling Services \nThis workshop is developed to assist parents and caregivers in helping youth as they transition from adolescence to\nadulthood. The workshop will provide helpful strategies to: \n\nUnderstand the needs of your teenager\nEmpathize with their experiences\nValidate your own vulnerability\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Tuesday\, March 21 and be sure\nto complete the interpretation section of the registration form. \nDo you want to attend online but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information or to register\, contact Nahom at 226-332-0784 or ntekle@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/parenting-newcomer-youth/ LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230322T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230322T180000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230310T161911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230310T162218Z UID:10001802-1679504400-1679508000@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Income Tax Filing for Dari-Persian Families DESCRIPTION:Join our SWIS team online\, using Zoom\, to learn about filing tax in Canada with guest speaker Dayami Ramirez\, Program Manager – Settlement and SWIS\, Immigrant Services Guelph-Wellington. \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. \nDo you want to attend online but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information or to register\, contact Azita at 519-831-1157 or afarsi@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/income-tax-filing-for-dari-persian-families/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Azita Farsi":MAILTO:afarsi@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230309T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230309T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230223T164331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T164621Z UID:10001789-1678379400-1678383000@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Income Tax for Families in Wellington and Dufferin County DESCRIPTION:Join our SWIS team online\, using Zoom\, to learn about filing tax in Canada with guest speaker Dayami Ramirez\, Program Manager – Settlement and SWIS\, Immigrant Services Guelph-Wellington. \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 Monday\, March 6 and be sure\nto complete the interpretation section of the registration form. \nDo you want to attend online but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information or to register\, contact Binaya at 226-821-0524 or bnyaupane@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/income-tax-for-families-in-wellington-and-dufferin-county/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Binaya Nyaupane":MAILTO:bnyaupane@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230228T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230228T180000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230208T201037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T173954Z UID:10001717-1677603600-1677607200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Summer Camps and Activities DESCRIPTION:Join our SWIS team online\, using Zoom\, to learn about the summer camps and activities available for children in Wellington and Dufferin county. We will talk about: \n\nThe benefits for children of attending camp\nHow to find and choose a camp for your child(ren)\nAge eligibility\nHow to register and the cost\nFinancial assistance programs available\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Thursday\, February 23 and be sure to complete the interpretation section of the registration form. \nDo you want to attend online but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information or to register\, contact Binaya at 226-821-0524 or bnyaupane@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/summer-camps-and-activities/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Binaya Nyaupane":MAILTO:bnyaupane@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230222T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230222T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230201T175048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T153239Z UID:10001711-1677081600-1677085200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Youth Chat: Income Tax DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom to learn and ask questions about Income Tax for Youth with our guest speaker Munishi Desai from CVITP and Benefits Outreach Program\, Canada Revenue Agency / Government of Canada. \nAt this session we will explore: \n\nFiling taxes as a high school student\nImportance of filing taxes\nUnderstanding Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register early and be sure to complete the\ninterpretation section of the registration form. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? ISGW can lend you a device for the purposes of attending\nthis session. Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information\, contact Megan at 519-831-1281\, mbotha@is-gw.ca OR Nahom at 226-332-0784\, ntekle@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-chat-income-tax/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230221T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230221T180000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230201T181445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230201T181652Z UID:10001712-1676998800-1677002400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Summer Camps and Activities: in Ukrainian DESCRIPTION:** This session will be presented in Ukrainian. ** \nJoin our SWIS team online\, using Zoom\, to learn about the summer camps and activities available\nfor children in the area. \nWe will talk about: \n\nThe benefits of attending camp for children\nHow to find and choose a camp for your child(ren)\nAge eligibility\nHow to register and the cost\nFinancial assistance programs available\n\nView PDF flyer. \nDo you want to attend online but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information or to register\, 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/summer-camps-and-activities-in-uukrainian/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Alisiia Dovban":MAILTO:adovban@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230217T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230217T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230130T210517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T202511Z UID:10001709-1676649600-1676653200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Summer Camps and Activities: English DESCRIPTION:Join our SWIS team online\, using Zoom\, to learn about the summer camps and activities available for children in the area. We will talk about: \n\nThe benefits for children of attending camp\nHow to find and choose a for your child(ren)\nAge eligibility\nHow to register and the cost\nFinancial assistance programs available\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Tuesday\, February 14 and be sure to complete the interpretation section of the registration form. \nDo you want to attend online but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information or to register\, contact Azita at 519-831-1157 or afarsi@is-gw.ca \n  \n\n\n \n \n Summer Camps and Activities for Families in Guelph\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 can be provided\, based on need. Please type your language below.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/summer-camps-and-activities-english/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Azita Farsi":MAILTO:afarsi@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230216T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230216T183000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230123T203018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T201730Z UID:10001705-1676568600-1676572200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Rental Housing in Guelph DESCRIPTION:** This workshop will be presented in Ukrainian. ** \nJoin us online using Zoom\, to learn and ask questions about finding a place to rent in Guelph. \nWe will talk about: \n\nWhere to find rental listings\nRequirements/documents needed to rent a place\nBest time of year to look for a place to rent\nWhere to get furniture (free or affordable)\n\nWe’re pleased to have a guest speaker from The Danby Refugee Program at this session. \nView PDF flyer. \nDo you want to attend online but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information or to register\, 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/rental-housing-in-guelph/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Alisiia Dovban":MAILTO:adovban@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230215T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230215T183000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230206T155940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230207T192221Z UID:10001716-1676482200-1676485800@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Getting Ready for High School: Our Lady of Lourdes DESCRIPTION:Students who will be entering Grade 9 in September 2023 and their parents/guardians are invited to join our SWIS team for a workshop about Getting Ready for High School. \nYou can choose to attend online\, using Zoom OR in-person at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School\n(54 Westmount Rd.\, Guelph\, Ontario N1H 5H7). \nWe will be joined by staff from the school’s guidance offce to learn about: \n\nselecting courses for high school\nelective courses\nhow to navigate MyBluePrint to submit courses\nwhere to find registration forms\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Thursday\, February 9 and be sure\nto complete the interpretation section of the registration form. \nDo you want to attend online but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information or to register\, contact Nahom at 226-332-0784 or ntekle@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/getting-ready-for-high-school-our-lady-of-lourdes/ LOCATION:Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School\, 54 Westmount Rd.\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 5H7\, Canada CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230209T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230209T180000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230130T154434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T154759Z UID:10001708-1675962000-1675965600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:SWIS Workshop for Women: Using SchoolCash Online DESCRIPTION:** This session will be presented in Tigrinya. ** \nSchoolCash Online is an easy to use and safe way to pay for your children’s school fees. Join our SWIS team for an in-person workshop for women at St. Joseph Catholic School (in the library) to learn about using this online platform. We will talk about: \n\nHow to create an account\nMaking payments\nNavigating catch up payment application\n\nYoung children are welcome with their parent/caregiver. Drawing materials will be available and light snacks will be provided. \nView PDF flyer. \nFor more information or to register\, contact Nahom at 226-332-0784 or ntekle@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/swis-workshop-for-women-using-schoolcash-online/ LOCATION:St. Joseph Catholic School\, 10 Guelph Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 5Y8\, Canada CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230201T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230201T180000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20230123T200601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T200749Z UID:10001704-1675270800-1675274400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:March Break and Summer Camps DESCRIPTION:** This session will be presented in Dari. ** \nJoin our SWIS team online\, using Zoom\, to learn about the March Break and summer camps available for\nchildren in the area. \nWe will talk about: \n\nThe benefits for children of attending camp\nHow to find and choose the best camp for your child(ren)\nAge eligibility\nHow to register and the cost\nFinancial assistance programs available\n\nView PDF flyer. \nDo you want to attend online but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information or to register\, contact Azita at 519-831-1157 or afarsi@is-gw.ca \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/march-break-and-summer-camps/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Azita Farsi":MAILTO:afarsi@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221215T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221215T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T141559 CREATED:20221201T185108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T190221Z UID:10001518-1671120000-1671123600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Youth Chat: Christmas in the Community DESCRIPTION:At this online session we will explore: \n\nLow cost/Free activities to do around the city\nGuelph public skating and skating safety\nLocal Christmas markets\nSupport programs over the holidays (food support\, clothing support)\n\nView PDF flyer \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register early and be sure to complete the\ninterpretation section of the registration form. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? ISGW can lend you a device for the purposes of attending\nthis session. Contact staff for information. \nNeed help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! Contact staff for information. \nFor more information contact Megan at 519-831-1281\, mbotha@is-gw.ca OR Nahom at 226-332-0784\, ntekle@is-gw.ca URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-chat-christmas-in-the-community/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR