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:20240425T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240425T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20240416T135211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T144609Z UID:10003013-1714062600-1714066200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Youth Chat: Employment DESCRIPTION:Join us in person at ISGW to talk about EMPLOYMENT with guest speaker: Semhar Fsehatsion\, Employment and Volunteer Coordinator\, Immigrant Services Guelph-Wellington. \nAt this session we will talk about: \n\nTips on writing a good resume and cover letter\nSummer employment opportunities in Guelph\nApplying for a Police Record Check\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 contact Marcela 226-821-0524\, maltamira@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-chat-employment/ LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://is-gw.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/YouthChat-featuregraphic.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Marcela Altamira":MAILTO:maltamira@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240418T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240418T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20240411T153831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T194240Z UID:10003011-1713457800-1713461400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:WCDSB Student Census for Tigrinya-speaking families DESCRIPTION:* This session will be presented in Tigrinya. * \nWhat is a Student Census? How do I fill it out?\nJoin our SWIS team online\, using Zoom\, to understand the importance of the student census and learn how to fill the form. \nWe are hosting this session on 2 different dates/times: \n\nWednesday\, April 17\, 11:00am – 12:00pm\nThursday\, April 18\, 4:30pm – 5:30pm\n\nplease choose the one that works best for you. \nAt these sessions we will talk about: \n\nWhat is a census?\nWhat is the information used for?\nConfidentiality\nWhere to get help\n\nView PDF flyer. \nFor more information or to register\, contact Asmait at 226-821-4454 or aafewerqi@is-gw.ca or Batiseba at 519-831-1281 or bmebrahtu@is-gw.ca \n  URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/wcdsb-student-census-for-tigrinya-speaking-families/2024-04-18/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Asmait Afewerqi":MAILTO:aafewerqi@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240417T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240417T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20240411T153831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T194240Z UID:10003012-1713351600-1713355200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:WCDSB Student Census for Tigrinya-speaking families DESCRIPTION:* This session will be presented in Tigrinya. * \nWhat is a Student Census? How do I fill it out?\nJoin our SWIS team online\, using Zoom\, to understand the importance of the student census and learn how to fill the form. \nWe are hosting this session on 2 different dates/times: \n\nWednesday\, April 17\, 11:00am – 12:00pm\nThursday\, April 18\, 4:30pm – 5:30pm\n\nplease choose the one that works best for you. \nAt these sessions we will talk about: \n\nWhat is a census?\nWhat is the information used for?\nConfidentiality\nWhere to get help\n\nView PDF flyer. \nFor more information or to register\, contact Asmait at 226-821-4454 or aafewerqi@is-gw.ca or Batiseba at 519-831-1281 or bmebrahtu@is-gw.ca \n  URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/wcdsb-student-census-for-tigrinya-speaking-families/2024-04-17/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Asmait Afewerqi":MAILTO:aafewerqi@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240321T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240321T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20240304T200401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T201800Z UID:10002647-1711038600-1711042200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Anti-Bullying - Information for Families DESCRIPTION:Bullying comes in many forms and can affect all aspects of a young person’s life. \nJoin our SWIS team online\, using Zoom\, to learn about bullying\, it’s effects\, how to support your child\, where to get help and more. \nTopics to be covered include: \n\nWhat is bullying and how to recognize it.\nThe types of bullying (physical\, verbal\, cyber etc.)\nWhat are the effects of bullying on the students?\nThe roles and responsibilities of the parents\nResources and support available for victims of bullying\n\nGuest speaker: James Nightingale\, Constable\, Guelph Police Service \nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by March 18 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 226-332-0783 or bnyaupane@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/anti-bullying-information-for-families/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Binaya Nyaupane":MAILTO:bnyaupane@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240321T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240321T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20240229T202924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T142706Z UID:10002645-1711038600-1711042200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Youth Chat: Protecting Yourself Online DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom\, to learn about protecting your privacy online and how to be scam smart! \nAt this session we will talk about: \n\nThe signs of scam\nGovernment of Canada related scams and fraud\nProtecting your accounts and online identity\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 online but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information contact Alisiia 226-332-0785\, adovban@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-chat-protecting-yourself-online/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Alisiia Dovban":MAILTO:adovban@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240222T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240222T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20240207T192406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T192635Z UID:10002575-1708619400-1708623000@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Income Tax Filing 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 February 19 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 226-332-0783 or bnyaupane@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/income-tax-filing-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:20240215T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240215T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20240131T152654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T160159Z UID:10002570-1708014600-1708018200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Youth Chat: Hope House Tour DESCRIPTION:Join us in person at Hope House\, 10 Cork St E\, Guelph\, ON N1H 2W8 for this information session. \nGuest Speaker: Tara Hoyte\, Communications Manager\, Hope House \nFor this Youth Chat\, we’re taking a field trip to Hope House\, where we will tour the facility and learn about: \n\nCommunity supports at Hope House\nVolunteer opportunities for youth\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 contact Marcela 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/youth-chat-hope-house-tour/ LOCATION:Hope House\, 10 Cork Street\, East\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 2W8\, Canada CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth ORGANIZER;CN="Marcela Altamira":MAILTO:maltamira@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240208T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240208T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20240131T155754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T160005Z UID:10002571-1707409800-1707413400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Youth Chat: Income Tax for Youth DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom for this information session. \nGuest Speaker: Dayami Ramirez\, Program Manager – Settlement and SWIS\, Immigrant Services Guelph-Wellington \nAt this session we will talk about: \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 as soon as possible 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 contact Nahom 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/youth-chat-income-tax-for-youth/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240130T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240130T110000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20240123T183147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T183823Z UID:10002566-1706608800-1706612400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Connecting to Your School Using Your Smartphone DESCRIPTION:Join our SWIS team\, in person at ISGW\, to learn about using your smart phone to stay in touch with your child(ren)’s school activities\, teacher\, newsletter and more! \nWe will talk about: \n\nEmail and online meeting basics\nNavigating the school and board websites\nAccessing the school calendar\, school newsletter\nSchoolCash Online payment system\nSchool bus and inclement weather communication\n\nHands-on practise with your phone will be included in this session. \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/connecting-to-your-school-using-your-smartphone/ 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:20240125T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240125T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20240104T212028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T212159Z UID:10002558-1706200200-1706203800@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Summer Camps and Activities-Wellington and Dufferin Counties DESCRIPTION:Join our SWIS team online\, using Zoom\, to learn about the summer camps and activities available for children in the area. \nWe 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 Monday\, January 22 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 226-332-0783 or bnyaupane@is-gw.ca \n  \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/summer-camps-and-activities-wellington-and-dufferin-counties/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Binaya Nyaupane":MAILTO:bnyaupane@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240123T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240123T180000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20240104T213051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T213256Z UID:10002559-1706029200-1706032800@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Summer Camps and Activities - Guelph DESCRIPTION:Join our SWIS team online\, using Zoom\, to learn about the summer camps and activities available for children in the area. \nWe 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\, January 17 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! \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-guelph/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Asmait Afewerqi":MAILTO:aafewerqi@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240118T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240118T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20240109T205616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T205758Z UID:10002561-1705593600-1705597200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:SWIS Youth Chat: Cyber Security/Standing Up for Yourself DESCRIPTION:At this online session\, we’re pleased to have a guest speaker from Guelph Police Service. \nWe will talk about: \n\nTeens in a digital world\nCyberbullying\nSocial media safety\nAnti-bullying\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 online but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information contact Nahom 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-youth-chat-cyber-security-standing-up-for-yourself/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240116T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240116T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20240109T204743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T205820Z UID:10002560-1705420800-1705424400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:SWIS Youth Chat: Preparing for Exams DESCRIPTION:At this online\, Zoom session we will talk about: \n\nGetting organized and making a plan\nManaging your time effectively\nMental health and wellness\, managing stress\nThe Grove Hubs – guest speaker Brianna Martey\, EDIIR and Outreach Coordinator\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 online but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information contact Marcela 226-821-0524\, maltamira@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/swis-youth-chat-preparing-for-exams/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Marcela Altamira":MAILTO:maltamira@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240112T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240112T123000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20240104T165023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T143456Z UID:10002557-1705057200-1705062600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Supporting Your Children's Learning DESCRIPTION:Parents/Guardians are invited to join us\, online\, using Zoom\, to learn about activities and resources you can use at home to support your children’s learning. \nAt this session\, we‘re pleased to have guest speakers:\nAaron Haddad\, ESL resource teacher\, UGDSB and Lindsay Riddell\, Learning Support Coordinator\, ISGW \nWe will talk about: \n\nLearning how to access Google classroom (Upper Grand) and D2L (Wellington Catholic) platforms\nHow to communicate with your child’s teachers and school\nLocal school culture and general expectations\nLearning resources for school-age children in the community\nFree tutoring programs\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 online but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information or to register\, contact Asmait at 226-821-4454 or aafewerqi@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/supporting-your-childrens-learning-2/ LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Asmait Afewerqi":MAILTO:aafewerqi@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231206T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231206T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20231127T171917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T173643Z UID:10002375-1701880200-1701883800@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Spring and Summer Camps and Activities DESCRIPTION:Join our SWIS team online\, using Zoom\, to learn about the spring and summer camps and activities available for 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\, how to register and the cost\nFinancial assistance programs available: Free to Grow\, Jumpstart\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 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/spring-and-summer-camps-and-activities/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Alisiia Dovban":MAILTO:adovban@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231116T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231116T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20231030T193128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T193722Z UID:10002362-1700152200-1700155800@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Youth Chat: Managing Your Money DESCRIPTION:Managing your money is an important life skill.\nJoin us in person\, at ISGW to learn about working towards financial independence. \nWe will talk about: \n\nBanking 101\nBudgeting\nUnderstanding credit cards\nBuilding credit history\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. \nFor more information or help to register\, contact your SWIS worker or Lindsay\, Learning Support Coordinator at 519-831-1198 or lriddell@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-chat-managing-your-money-2/ LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth ORGANIZER;CN="Lindsay Riddell":MAILTO:lriddell@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231115T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231115T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20231030T200838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T181211Z UID:10002363-1700044200-1700049600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Supporting Your Children's Learning DESCRIPTION:Parents/Guardians are invited to join us in person at ISGW to learn about activities and resources you can use at home to support your children’s learning. \nWe‘re pleased to have guest speaker Sandra Huehn from United for Literacy with us at the session. \nAt this session\, we will provide: \n\nAn overview of the Ontario school curriculum\nTime for questions\nLearning resources for school-age children in the community\nFree children’s books\n\nThe emphasis of the presentation will be on elementary school-age children however resources and information on pre-school and high school will also be presented. \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. \nRefreshments and a light lunch will be provided. Children are welcome. \nBus tickets are available on request. \nDo you want to attend but can’t make it in person. Contact us to arrange attendance online. \nFor more information or to register\, contact Lindsay at 519-831-1198 or lriddell@is-gw.ca \n  URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/supporting-your-childrens-learning/ LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Lindsay Riddell":MAILTO:lriddell@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231107T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231107T180000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20231026T201529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T132518Z UID:10002358-1699376400-1699380000@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Guelph Transit Kids Ride for Free Program DESCRIPTION:Join our SWIS team online\, using Zoom to learn about the Kids Ride for Free program offered by Guelph Transit. \nAt this session we will talk about: \n\nWhat is the “Kids Ride for Free” program\nWho is offering it\nWho can apply/who is eligible\nHow to apply\nFees involved\nWho to contact for more information\nHow the SWIS team can help\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 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/guelph-transit-kids-ride-for-free-program/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth ORGANIZER;CN="Batiseba Mebrahtu":MAILTO:bmebrahtu@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231102T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231102T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20231025T171228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T171753Z UID:10002357-1698942600-1698946200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Selecting Courses for High School (OLOL) DESCRIPTION:You can choose to attend online\, using Zoom OR in person at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School (54 Westmount Rd.\, Guelph\, Ontario N1H 5H7)\, in the library. \nWe will be joined by staff from the school’s guidance office to learn about: \n\nhigh school graduation requirements\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 as soon as possible 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 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/selecting-courses-for-high-school-olol/ 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:20231026T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231026T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20231003T134602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T194552Z UID:10002346-1698337800-1698341400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Preparing for Winter in Guelph DESCRIPTION:Join our SWIS team\, online using Zoom\, to learn and ask questions about winter in Guelph. \nWe will talk about: \n\nHow to dress for Canadian winter\nThe signs of frostbite\nWhat is a “Snow Day”?\nHow to check city/school bus cancellations during bad weather\nCar safety (importance of winter tires\, winter washer fluid)\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Friday\, October 27 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  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/preparing-for-winter-in-guelph-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Azita Farsi":MAILTO:afarsi@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231025T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231025T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20231010T132309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T160724Z UID:10002350-1698251400-1698255000@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Pumpkin Painting\, Learn about Halloween DESCRIPTION:Join our SWIS team\, in person at ISGW\, to learn about Halloween and paint pumpkins! \nAt this session we will learn about: \n\nThe history of Halloween\nWhy Halloween is celebrated\nHalloween in Ontario\nPumpkin painting (Pumpkins will be provided for those attending in person.)\n\nView PDF flyer. \nIf you would like to attend but can’t make it in person\, please contact Alisiia to arrange online attendance. \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 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/pumpkin-painting-learn-about-halloween/ 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:20231023T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231023T180000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20231002T150219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T150459Z UID:10002342-1698080400-1698084000@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Getting Ready for Parent-Teacher Interviews (WCDSB) DESCRIPTION:Are you new to Canada?\nAre your children attending Wellington Catholic District School Board?\nDo you want to learn more about Parent-Teacher Interviews?\nJoin our SWIS team\, online using Zoom\, to learn about Parent-Teacher Interviews with guest speakers Andrea Welsh-Devlin\, Principal\, St. Joseph Catholic School; Mary Beth McCuen\, Principal\, St. Peter Catholic School and Bryan McMillan\, Principal\, St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School. \nDuring this online session we will talk about: \n\nImportance of attending parent-teacher interviews\nPreparing for the interview\nUnderstanding the report card\nWhat to expect during the interview\nDiscussing your child’s progress at school\nTaking your child to the interview\nAfter the parent-teacher interview (follow up)\nResources and language support available\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Wednesday\, October 18 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 226-332-0783 or bnyaupane@is-gw.ca \n  \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/getting-ready-for-parent-teacher-interviews-wcdsb-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Binaya Nyaupane":MAILTO:bnyaupane@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231019T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231019T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20231003T173639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T180525Z UID:10002347-1697733000-1697736600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Youth Chat: Applying for Canadian Citizenship DESCRIPTION:Join our SWIS team online\, using Zoom to learn about Applying for Canadian Citizenship. \nOur guest speaker will be Dayami Ramirez\, Program Manager – Settlement and SWIS \nDiscussion topics will include: \n\nApplication eligibility\nImportant documents\nApplying as a minor\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register early and be sure to complete the interpretation\nsection 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 help to register contact Nahom at 226-332-0784\, ntekle@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. \n  URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-chat-applying-for-canadian-citizenship/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231018T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231018T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 CREATED:20231003T133136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T153701Z UID:10002345-1697646600-1697650200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Getting Ready for Parent-Teacher Interviews (UGDSB) DESCRIPTION:Are you new to Canada?\nAre your children attending Upper Grand District School Board?\nDo you want to learn more about Parent-Teacher Interviews?\nJoin our SWIS team\, online using Zoom\, to learn about Parent-Teacher Interviews with guest speaker Susan Pittman\, Itinerant ESL Resource Teacher. \nDuring this online session we will talk about: \n\nImportance of attending parent-teacher interviews\nPreparing for the interview\nUnderstanding the report card\nWhat to expect during the interview\nDiscussing your child’s progress at school\nTaking your child to the interview\nAfter the parent-teacher interview (follow up)\nResources and language support available\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Friday\, October 13 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  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/getting-ready-for-parent-teacher-interviews-ugdsb-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Azita Farsi":MAILTO:afarsi@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231012T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231012T173000 DTSTAMP:20260501T063044 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:20260501T063044 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:20260501T063044 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:20260501T063044 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:20260501T063044 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:20260501T063044 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 END:VCALENDAR