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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marcela Altamira":MAILTO:maltamira@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230926T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230926T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230921T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230921T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230622T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230622T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230615T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230615T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230612T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230612T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230525T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230525T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230415T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230415T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
CREATED:20230301T201242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230410T144009Z
UID:10001791-1681554600-1681560000@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Youth-Seniors Activities - Scam and Fraud Prevention
DESCRIPTION:Seniors are invited to join ISGW youth leaders for a presentation about Scam and Fraud Prevention. \nWe’re pleased to have guest speakers Elizabeth Kent\, Victim Services Wellington and Sarah Bowers-Peter\, Program Coordinator\, Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington with us at this session. \nView PDF flyer. \nParticipants can choose to attend in person at ISGW or online\, using Zoom. Please register in advance using the form below. \nFor those who attend in person\, light snacks will be provided. \nStay Tuned! For more activities to come. \nFor more information contact Stella\, by email: slim@is-gw.ca or cell: 226-821-4454 \nThese activities are part of ISGW’s Youth Leadership Project. The purpose of the project is to engage with seniors in the community to build intergenerational relationships. The intention is for both seniors and youth to gain new skills and learn about and from each other during several workshops (organized by the youth) with various community organizations in Guelph. \n 
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-seniors-activities-scam-and-fraud-prevention/
LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230412T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230412T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
CREATED:20230322T194711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T135641Z
UID:10001948-1681315200-1681318800@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Youth Chat: Environmental Career Pathways
DESCRIPTION:Looking for the Youth Chat session about Getting Your Driver’s Licence? CLICK HERE \n\n  \nThe Newcomer Youth Green Economy Project (NYGEP) is a free program offered by Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) for newcomer youth (Also open to Ukrainian temporary residents) aged 18-35\ninterested in learning more about green careers. It is a five-month\, virtual\, part-time program. Participants will receive: \n\nProfessional project placements with a host employer for experience on real-world projects\nJob search and corporate culture training\nField trips\nEmployment coaching\nIndigenous learning opportunities\, and more!\n\nGuest Speaker: Leigha Abergel\, Supervisor\, Newcomer Programs – Toronto and Region Conservation\nAuthority (TRCA) \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 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-environmental-career-pathways/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230309T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230309T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
CREATED:20230104T175214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230201T192007Z
UID:10001687-1678379400-1678383000@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Youth Project: Human Trafficking
DESCRIPTION:Human trafficking is happening in communities across Canada\, but you have the power to help stop it.\nLearn\, Recognize\, Share – Save Lives!\nJoin SWIS workers and youth leaders from ISGW as well as guest speakers from local organizations for a series of five workshops to learn about human trafficking\, prevention and supports. \nFebruary 2: Jaseth from Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis on the process of human trafficking. \nFebruary 9: Director of the Sexual Assault Centre\, Guelph General Hospital on how to provide support to victims of human trafficking and how the hospital supports its victims. \nFebruary 16: speaker to be confirmed \nFebruary 23: Sarah Bowers-Peter\, Program Coordinator\, Crime Stoppers Guelph-Wellington on\nthe process of reporting crime through Crime Stoppers. \nMarch 2: Melanie Dewar\, Human Trafficking Officer\, Guelph Police Service on cybersecurity and how to remain safe on the internet. \nView PDF flyer. \nParticipation is open to high school students. Workshops will take place in person at ISGW: \nThursdays (February 2\, 9\, 16\, 23; March 5)\n4:30 pm – 5:30 pm \nLearning how to recognize the signs of trafficking and sharing your knowledge with others can save lives.\nFor more information or help to register\, contact Hania at hkhan@is-gw.ca or WhatsApp/Call: 226-821-4454 \n 
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-project-human-trafficking/2023-03-09/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230302T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230302T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
CREATED:20230104T175214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230201T192007Z
UID:10001686-1677774600-1677778200@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Youth Project: Human Trafficking
DESCRIPTION:Human trafficking is happening in communities across Canada\, but you have the power to help stop it.\nLearn\, Recognize\, Share – Save Lives!\nJoin SWIS workers and youth leaders from ISGW as well as guest speakers from local organizations for a series of five workshops to learn about human trafficking\, prevention and supports. \nFebruary 2: Jaseth from Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis on the process of human trafficking. \nFebruary 9: Director of the Sexual Assault Centre\, Guelph General Hospital on how to provide support to victims of human trafficking and how the hospital supports its victims. \nFebruary 16: speaker to be confirmed \nFebruary 23: Sarah Bowers-Peter\, Program Coordinator\, Crime Stoppers Guelph-Wellington on\nthe process of reporting crime through Crime Stoppers. \nMarch 2: Melanie Dewar\, Human Trafficking Officer\, Guelph Police Service on cybersecurity and how to remain safe on the internet. \nView PDF flyer. \nParticipation is open to high school students. Workshops will take place in person at ISGW: \nThursdays (February 2\, 9\, 16\, 23; March 5)\n4:30 pm – 5:30 pm \nLearning how to recognize the signs of trafficking and sharing your knowledge with others can save lives.\nFor more information or help to register\, contact Hania at hkhan@is-gw.ca or WhatsApp/Call: 226-821-4454 \n 
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-project-human-trafficking/2023-03-02/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230225T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230225T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
CREATED:20230124T164928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T180000Z
UID:10001706-1677321000-1677331800@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Calling All Seniors!
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in: \n\nLearning how to use Guelph Public Library resources?\nLearning how to use technology at the library?\nReading books in different languages?\nLearning how to get a library card?\n\nJoin ISGW Youth Leaders at the Guelph Public Library\, Main Library\, 100 Norfolk Street\, Guelph for an information session to learn and ask questions about all of these resources. \nView PDF flyer. \nThis workshop is part of ISGW’s Youth Leadership Project. The purpose of the project is to engage with seniors in the community to build intergenerational relationships. The intention is for both seniors and youth to gain new skills and learn about and from each other during several workshops (organized by the youth) at various community organizations in Guelph. \nFor more information or help to register\, contact Megan at mbotha@is-gw.ca or WhatsApp/Call: 519-831-1281 \n  \nLet us know you want to attend! Seniors register below:
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/calling-all-seniors/
LOCATION:Guelph Public Library\, Main Library\, 100 Norfolk St\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 4J6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Seniors' Program,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230223T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230223T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
CREATED:20230104T175214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230201T192007Z
UID:10001685-1677169800-1677173400@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Youth Project: Human Trafficking
DESCRIPTION:Human trafficking is happening in communities across Canada\, but you have the power to help stop it.\nLearn\, Recognize\, Share – Save Lives!\nJoin SWIS workers and youth leaders from ISGW as well as guest speakers from local organizations for a series of five workshops to learn about human trafficking\, prevention and supports. \nFebruary 2: Jaseth from Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis on the process of human trafficking. \nFebruary 9: Director of the Sexual Assault Centre\, Guelph General Hospital on how to provide support to victims of human trafficking and how the hospital supports its victims. \nFebruary 16: speaker to be confirmed \nFebruary 23: Sarah Bowers-Peter\, Program Coordinator\, Crime Stoppers Guelph-Wellington on\nthe process of reporting crime through Crime Stoppers. \nMarch 2: Melanie Dewar\, Human Trafficking Officer\, Guelph Police Service on cybersecurity and how to remain safe on the internet. \nView PDF flyer. \nParticipation is open to high school students. Workshops will take place in person at ISGW: \nThursdays (February 2\, 9\, 16\, 23; March 5)\n4:30 pm – 5:30 pm \nLearning how to recognize the signs of trafficking and sharing your knowledge with others can save lives.\nFor more information or help to register\, contact Hania at hkhan@is-gw.ca or WhatsApp/Call: 226-821-4454 \n 
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-project-human-trafficking/2023-02-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230222T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230222T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230216T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230216T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
CREATED:20230104T175214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230201T192007Z
UID:10001684-1676565000-1676568600@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Youth Project: Human Trafficking
DESCRIPTION:Human trafficking is happening in communities across Canada\, but you have the power to help stop it.\nLearn\, Recognize\, Share – Save Lives!\nJoin SWIS workers and youth leaders from ISGW as well as guest speakers from local organizations for a series of five workshops to learn about human trafficking\, prevention and supports. \nFebruary 2: Jaseth from Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis on the process of human trafficking. \nFebruary 9: Director of the Sexual Assault Centre\, Guelph General Hospital on how to provide support to victims of human trafficking and how the hospital supports its victims. \nFebruary 16: speaker to be confirmed \nFebruary 23: Sarah Bowers-Peter\, Program Coordinator\, Crime Stoppers Guelph-Wellington on\nthe process of reporting crime through Crime Stoppers. \nMarch 2: Melanie Dewar\, Human Trafficking Officer\, Guelph Police Service on cybersecurity and how to remain safe on the internet. \nView PDF flyer. \nParticipation is open to high school students. Workshops will take place in person at ISGW: \nThursdays (February 2\, 9\, 16\, 23; March 5)\n4:30 pm – 5:30 pm \nLearning how to recognize the signs of trafficking and sharing your knowledge with others can save lives.\nFor more information or help to register\, contact Hania at hkhan@is-gw.ca or WhatsApp/Call: 226-821-4454 \n 
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-project-human-trafficking/2023-02-16/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230215T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230215T183000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230209T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230209T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
CREATED:20230104T175214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230201T192007Z
UID:10001683-1675960200-1675963800@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Youth Project: Human Trafficking
DESCRIPTION:Human trafficking is happening in communities across Canada\, but you have the power to help stop it.\nLearn\, Recognize\, Share – Save Lives!\nJoin SWIS workers and youth leaders from ISGW as well as guest speakers from local organizations for a series of five workshops to learn about human trafficking\, prevention and supports. \nFebruary 2: Jaseth from Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis on the process of human trafficking. \nFebruary 9: Director of the Sexual Assault Centre\, Guelph General Hospital on how to provide support to victims of human trafficking and how the hospital supports its victims. \nFebruary 16: speaker to be confirmed \nFebruary 23: Sarah Bowers-Peter\, Program Coordinator\, Crime Stoppers Guelph-Wellington on\nthe process of reporting crime through Crime Stoppers. \nMarch 2: Melanie Dewar\, Human Trafficking Officer\, Guelph Police Service on cybersecurity and how to remain safe on the internet. \nView PDF flyer. \nParticipation is open to high school students. Workshops will take place in person at ISGW: \nThursdays (February 2\, 9\, 16\, 23; March 5)\n4:30 pm – 5:30 pm \nLearning how to recognize the signs of trafficking and sharing your knowledge with others can save lives.\nFor more information or help to register\, contact Hania at hkhan@is-gw.ca or WhatsApp/Call: 226-821-4454 \n 
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-project-human-trafficking/2023-02-09/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230202T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230202T173000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
CREATED:20230104T175214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230201T192007Z
UID:10001682-1675355400-1675359000@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Youth Project: Human Trafficking
DESCRIPTION:Human trafficking is happening in communities across Canada\, but you have the power to help stop it.\nLearn\, Recognize\, Share – Save Lives!\nJoin SWIS workers and youth leaders from ISGW as well as guest speakers from local organizations for a series of five workshops to learn about human trafficking\, prevention and supports. \nFebruary 2: Jaseth from Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis on the process of human trafficking. \nFebruary 9: Director of the Sexual Assault Centre\, Guelph General Hospital on how to provide support to victims of human trafficking and how the hospital supports its victims. \nFebruary 16: speaker to be confirmed \nFebruary 23: Sarah Bowers-Peter\, Program Coordinator\, Crime Stoppers Guelph-Wellington on\nthe process of reporting crime through Crime Stoppers. \nMarch 2: Melanie Dewar\, Human Trafficking Officer\, Guelph Police Service on cybersecurity and how to remain safe on the internet. \nView PDF flyer. \nParticipation is open to high school students. Workshops will take place in person at ISGW: \nThursdays (February 2\, 9\, 16\, 23; March 5)\n4:30 pm – 5:30 pm \nLearning how to recognize the signs of trafficking and sharing your knowledge with others can save lives.\nFor more information or help to register\, contact Hania at hkhan@is-gw.ca or WhatsApp/Call: 226-821-4454 \n 
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-project-human-trafficking/2023-02-02/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230119T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230119T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
CREATED:20221216T205009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T175211Z
UID:10001676-1674144000-1674147600@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Youth: Canadian Workplace Culture
DESCRIPTION:Every culture has customs and norms which are based on the culture’s history\, traditions\, etiquettes and understanding of what is right and wrong. This extends to the workplace. Join us online\, using Zoom\, to learn and ask questions about Canadian Workplace Culture. \nDiscussion topics include: \n\npresentation and appearance at work\nwork relationships (supervisors\, co-workers)\nperformance\, expectations and punctuality\nindividual work vs. teamwork\ncommunication styles\nconflict resolution\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Monday\, January 16 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 help to register\, contact Semhar 519-836-2222\, ext. 257 or sfsehatsion@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-canadian-workplace-culture/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Employment,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Semhar Fsehatsion":MAILTO:sfsehatsion@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221215T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221215T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221130T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221130T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
CREATED:20221031T185803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221031T190041Z
UID:10001507-1669824000-1669827600@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Youth Chat: Youth and Cyber Security
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom to learn and ask questions about Youth and Cyber Security. \nWe’re pleased to have guest speaker Constable James Nightingale from Guelph Police Service with us to discuss: \n\nTeens in a digital world\nCyber bullying\nSocial media safety\nGuelph Police and ICE unit\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 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-youth-and-cyber-security/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221125T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
CREATED:20221117T165905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221117T212333Z
UID:10001509-1669370400-1669392000@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Orientation to Ontario - Youth
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an amazing opportunity to learn valuable information about Ontario and the Guelph community! \nWe will have special guest speakers joining us to discuss topics that will include: Getting to Know Canada and Ontario\, Living in Your New Community\, Education and Training\, Working and Business\, Money and Personal Finances and People and the Environment. \nYou can choose to attend in-person or online\, using Zoom. \nView PDF flyer. \nThis workshop is for youth.  Everyone is welcome\, including visitors to Canada!\nPizza and bus tickets will be provided. Students will earn volunteer hours for participating in this session. \nInterpretation support is available. \nFor questions or help registering\, contact Nahom by email: O2OISGW@is-gw.ca or call/text 226-332-0784
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/orientation-to-ontario-youth-2/
LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Orientation to Ontario,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom - O2O":MAILTO:O2OISGW@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221124T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221124T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
CREATED:20221103T141107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T141336Z
UID:10001508-1669305600-1669309200@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Youth Workshop: Volunteerism
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that Community Involvement is a requirement of high school graduation in Ontario? It also provides an opportunity to support your community and learn more about yourself. \nJoin us online\,using Zoom\, to learn about: \n\nThe benefits of volunteering\nHow to find volunteer positions\nVolunteering as a way of networking\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Monday\, November 21 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 help to register\, contact Semhar 519-836-2222\, ext. 257 or sfsehatsion@is-gw.ca \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-workshop-volunteerism/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Employment,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Semhar Fsehatsion":MAILTO:sfsehatsion@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221117T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
CREATED:20221028T140340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221028T140840Z
UID:10001504-1668700800-1668704400@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Parent Information Session - Our Lady of Lourdes
DESCRIPTION:Do you have children attending Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School?\nIs Tigrinya your first language?\nJoin our SWIS team\, in-person at the school\, for a parent information session. In this session\,\nwe are pleased to include guest speakers from the school: \n\nBetty Farrell\, Principal\nBrian Halford\, Vice-Principal\nJulie Flaherty\, Languages Department Head\nSarah Gammie\, Dual Credit Lead Resource Teacher\n\nDuring this in-person session\, we will talk about: \n\nProgramming\nBehaviors and Students’ Conduct\nLife at High School\nWhat is Needed to Graduate (including volunteer hours\, credits)\nDual Credits\, Co-op Program\n\nInformation will be presented in Tigrinya. \nView PDF flyer. \nFor more information or to register\, contact Nahom at 226-332-0784 or ntekle@is-gw.ca \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/parent-information-session-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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221114T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221114T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
CREATED:20221031T183032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221031T190138Z
UID:10001506-1668441600-1668445200@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Youth Chat: Preparing for Winter in Guelph
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom to learn and ask questions about Preparing for Winter in Guelph. \nAt this session we will talk about: \n\nHow to dress for Canadian winter\, 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 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 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-preparing-for-winter-in-guelph/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221028T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221028T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
CREATED:20221007T144744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T145202Z
UID:10001493-1666972800-1666976400@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Youth Chat: How to Apply for Canadian Citizenship
DESCRIPTION:Join us\, online using zoom\, to learn and ask questions about Applying for Canadian Citizenship. \nDiscuss topics will include: \n\nEligibility\nRequired documents\nApplying with a parent or on your own\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 or help to register\, contact Megan at 519-831-1281\, mbotha@is-gw.ca OR Nahom at 226-332-0784\, ntekle@is-gw.ca \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-chat-how-to-apply-for-canadian-citizenship/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221026T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221026T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
CREATED:20221007T143850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221017T154935Z
UID:10001181-1666800000-1666803600@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Youth Chat: Painting Pumpkins for Halloween
DESCRIPTION:Join us at this session to paint pumpkins and learn and ask questions about Halloween in Ontario. \nWe will discuss: \n\nWhat is Halloween?\nWhy is it celebrated?\nThe history of Halloween\n\nParticipants can attend in-person (limited to 10) at ISGW or online. ** In-person spots are now full\, however you can still join us online** \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! \nFor more information or help to register\, contact Megan at 519-831-1281\, mbotha@is-gw.ca OR Nahom at 226-332-0784\, ntekle@is-gw.ca \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-chat-painting-pumpkins-for-halloween/
LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220917T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
CREATED:20220815T193952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T215516Z
UID:10001375-1663408800-1663416000@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Newcomer Orientation Week - John F. Ross
DESCRIPTION:New to Canada? Enrolled in High School?\nCome and meet Guelph’s Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) at our Newcomer Orientation Week events. \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! \nView PDF flyer. \nEvent takes place at:\nJohn F. Ross  Saturday\, September 17\, 10:00am to 12:00pm \nFor more information or help to register\, contact:\nMegan at 519-831-1281 or mbotha@is-gw.ca\nNahom at 226-332-0784 or ntekle@is-gw.ca
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/newcomer-orientation-week-john-f-ross/
LOCATION:John F. Ross CVI\, 21 Meyer Drive\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1E 4H1
CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220913T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220913T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T073358
CREATED:20220815T193842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T220220Z
UID:10001374-1663084800-1663092000@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Newcomer Orientation Week - Our Lady of Lourdes
DESCRIPTION:New to Canada? Enrolled in High School?\nCome and meet Guelph’s Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) at our Newcomer Orientation Week events. \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! \nView PDF flyer. \nEvent takes place at:\nOur Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School  Tuesday\, September 13\, 3:00pm to 5:00pm \nFor more information or help to register\, contact:\nNahom at 226-332-0784 or ntekle@is-gw.ca\nMegan at 519-831-1281 or mbotha@is-gw.ca
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/newcomer-orientation-week-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
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