ISGW

Computer Club
2023-09-26 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-09-19 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto) | ISGW Office, 104 Dawson Road, Unit 102, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1A6, Canada
If you are looking to improve your computer skills, this is a great place to do that! Join us, in person at ISGW, to learn introductory computer skills such as:

Creating a google account (Gmail)
Managing email (subject, CC, BCC etc.)
Types of web browsers (Chrome, Microsoft, Edge, Firefox, etc.)
Types of search engines (Google, Bing, etc.)
Creating bookmarks on web browsers
How to use Google drive
Types of word processors (Google Docs, Microsoft Word, etc.)
Typing skills
Features of Google Docs (font, bullets)

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For more information or help to register, contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

English Conversation Circle at Guelph Enabling Garden
2023-09-26 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-09-19 13:00 - 14:00 | Riverside Park, Guelph, 709 Woolwich St, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 7G6, Canada
English Conversation Circles provide opportunities for newcomers to practice conversational English skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. We are pleased offer an in-person, English Conversation Circle at the Guelph Enabling Garden with Heidi Torreiter, Horticultural Therapist. Please note that the final session will be October 10.
The Guelph Enabling Garden (GEG), located in Riverside Park, is a multi-use garden designed for everyone! It is specifically designed to enable people to enjoy the full range of benefits that gardening can provide.
Join us! 689 Woolwich St N, Guelph, ON
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For more information or help to register, contact Yasmin 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

English Conversation Circle for Arabic Speakers
2023-09-26 11:00 - 12:30, 2023-09-19 11:00 - 12:30 | ISGW Office, 104 Dawson Road, Unit 102, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1A6, Canada
English Conversation Circles provide opportunities for newcomers to practice conversational English skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. Adult language learners of all skill levels and all ages are welcome to attend.
We are pleased to have the Arab Women’s Society of Guelph (AWSOG) lead this in-person group. The Arab Women’s Society of Guelph believes that women are key players in achieving sustainable development, which is why AWSOG tries to help newcomer and refugee women settle and adjust to their new life in Canada. Our motto: Strong Women, Strong Family, Strong Society.
Join us in person at ISGW for this session.
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For more information, contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

ESL Reading Club - Online
2023-09-26 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-09-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
Join the ESL Reading Club to improve your reading skills by reading and discussing English newspaper and magazine articles.
Adult language learners of all levels and ages are welcome to attend. We would love see you!
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For more information, contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

ESL Reading Club - Registration

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Shelldale English Conversation Circle
2023-09-25 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-09-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Guelph Community Health Centre, 20 Shelldale Crescent, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1C8, Canada
English Conversation Circles provide opportunities for newcomers to practice conversational English skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. Adult language learners of all skill levels and all ages are welcome to attend.
This English Conversation Circle takes place in partnership with Guelph Community Health Centre, in person, at Shelldale (20 Shelldale Crescent).
10:00am – 11:00am During this time we will concentrate on beginner language skills.
11:00am – 12:00pm During this time we will concentrate on intermediate language skills.
** Please note that class is cancelled on Monday, October 9 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. **
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For more information, contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

English Conversation Circle - online
2023-09-25 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-09-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
ISGW’s English Conversation Circles provide an opportunity to meet new people and develop language skills. Stay connected and engaged in a safe, friendly environment by joining our ECCs. Adult language learners of all skill levels and all ages are welcome to attend.
Our Monday morning ECC takes place online, using Zoom.
** Please note that class is cancelled on Monday, October 9 for the Thanksgiving Day Holiday. **
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For more information, contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

How to Start Your Own Business
2023-09-22 16:30 - 17:30 | Zoom
Thinking of starting your own business?
Join us online, using Zoom to talk about self-employment opportunities with guest speaker Olga George-Cosh, Business Advisor,
Business Centre Guelph-Wellington.
We will talk about:

Registering your business
Insurance
Running a business from home
Rules and regulations

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Language interpretation is available, based on need. Please register as soon as possible and be sure to complete the interpretation section of the registration form.
Do you want to attend online but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know, we can help!
For more information contact Feven at 519-836-2222, ext. 257 or fhabte@is-gw.ca

English Conversation Circle - online
2023-09-22 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-09-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
ISGW’s English Conversation Circles provide an opportunity to meet new people and develop language skills. Stay connected and engaged in a safe, friendly environment by joining our ECCs. Adult language learners of all skill levels and all ages are welcome to attend.
Our Friday morning ECC takes place online, using Zoom.
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For more information, contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

An Orientation to Life in Canada
2023-09-21 17:00 - 18:00 | Zoom
** This session will be presented in Tigrinya. **
New to Canada? Join us online, using Zoom to learn about Canada’s banking and education systems as well as government benefits. We will talk about:

Bank accounts: chequing and saving
Education system in Canada
Federal and provincial benefits

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Do you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know, we can help!
For more information, contact Huria at 519-836-2222, ext. 263 or htesfa@is-gw.ca

Thank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.

Youth Chat: The Grove Youth Hubs
2023-09-21 16:30 - 17:30 | ISGW Office, 104 Dawson Road, Unit 102, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1A6, Canada
Join us in person at ISGW for regular information sessions to learn and ask questions about a variety of topics.
In September, we will learn about The Grove Youth Hubs with guest speaker Justin McLean.
We will talk about:
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Interpretation 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.
For more information or help to register, contact Alisiia at 226-332-0785 or adovban@is-gw.ca

Thank you for your interest. Registration is now closed.

Cooking Club - online
2023-09-21 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-09-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
Join this lively club to explore new cuisines and learn new recipes from around the world.
This club also provides an opportunity to practise English and meet new people. It takes place weekly, online, using Zoom.
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For more information, contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

English Conversation Circle - online
2023-09-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
ISGW’s English Conversation Circles provide an opportunity to meet new people and develop language skills. Stay connected and engaged in a safe, friendly environment by joining our ECCs. Adult language learners of all skill levels and all ages are welcome to attend.
Our Thurdsay morning ECC takes place online, using Zoom.
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For more information, contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

Seniors' English Conversation Circle - in person
2023-09-21 09:30 - 11:00 | ISGW Office, 104 Dawson Road, Unit 102, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1A6, Canada
ISGW’s English Conversation Circles provide an opportunity to meet new people and develop language skills. Stay connected and engaged in a safe, friendly environment by joining our ECCs. Adult language learners of all skill levels and all ages are welcome to attend.
Our Seniors’ ECC will be offered in person at Immigrant Services, 104 Dawson Road, Guelph. It is a chance to practise English, exercise and socialize with others over light snacks.
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For more information, contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

Art Club
2023-09-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
Join us online, using Zoom, to make beautiful artwork together! Learn drawing and painting skills – no experience required. A materials kit will be provided.
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For more information, contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

Art Club - Registration

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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

How to Invite Your Family to Visit Canada
2023-09-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
Join us online to learn and ask questions about inviting your family to visit Canada.
Discussion topics will include:

Super visa: eligibility and requirements
Visitor’s visa
How to apply
Letter of Invitation
IRCC My Account

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Language interpretation is available, based on need. Please register by Friday, September 15.
Do you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know, we can help!
For more information, contact Kathy at 519-836-2222, ext. 239 or kzhao@is-gw.ca

Thank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.

Connecting to Your School - UGDSB Guelph
2023-09-19 16:30 - 17:30 | ISGW Office, 104 Dawson Road, Unit 102, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1A6, Canada
Are you new to Canada? Do you want to learn how to navigate
your child’s school website and more?
New Date! This session has been rescheduled from September 12.
This session is for families with children attending an Upper Grand District School Board school in Guelph.
Join our SWIS team in person at ISGW, to learn about:

Navigating the school and board websites
Accessing the school calendar, school newsletter
SchoolCash Online payment system
School bus and inclement weather communication
School fundraising events, school trips
Preparing your child for school (clothing, packed lunch, etc.)
Communicating with your child’s teacher, reporting absence
Students arriving on time for school
No parking in the school parking lot

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Language interpretation is available, based on need. Please register as soon as possible and be sure to complete the interpretation section of the registration form.
For more information or to register, contact Azita at 519-831-1157 or afarsi@is-gw.ca

Thank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.

IRCC Portal and Online Applications
2023-09-19 15:30 - 16:30 | Zoom
Your account lets you start, submit, and pay for an application, get messages related to your application, check the status of your application and update your information.
Join us online, using Zoom to learn:

How to create an IRCC account
How to check your application status
How to complete an IRCC webform
How to change your address
How to extend your Work Permit
How to create an IRCC e-payment account
What can be paid from the IRCC e-payment account

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Language interpretation is available, based on need. Please register by Wednesday, September 13.
Do you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know, we can help!
For more information, contact Nataliia at 519-836-2222, ext. 235 or ngonyk@is-gw.ca

Thank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.

Welcome to Guelph! Event at ISGW
2023-09-16 10:00 - 13:00 | ISGW Office, 104 Dawson Road, Unit 102, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1A6, Canada
Newcomers and long-time community members are invited to join us for a fun event welcoming our newest community members and showcasing the local programs and services that are available. Learn more here: https://is-gw.ca/welcome-to-guelph-september-16-2023/

Refugee Sponsorship Training
2023-09-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
Said Nixon Bangura from Catholic Crosscultural Services, Refugee Sponsorship Training Program will join us online, using Zoom, to discuss:

An overview of the sponsorship process
Eligibility and requirements
Questions from participants

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Language interpretation is available, based on need. Please register by Tuesday, September 12.
Do you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know, we can help!
For more information, contact Huria at 519-836-2222, ext. 263 or htesfa@is-gw.ca

Refugee Sponsorship Training - online

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Connecting to Your School - UGDSB county schools
2023-09-14 16:30 - 17:30 | Zoom
Are you new to Canada? Do you want to learn how to navigate your child’s school website and more?
This session is for families with children attending an Upper Grand District School Board school in Wellington-Dufferin County.
Join our SWIS team online, using zoom, to learn about:

Navigating the school and board websites
Accessing the school calendar, school newsletter
SchoolCash Online payment system
School bus and inclement weather communication
School fundraising events, school trips
Preparing your child for school (clothing, packed lunch, etc.)
Communicating with your child’s teacher, reporting absence
Students arriving on time for school

View PDF flyer.
Language interpretation is available, based on need. Please register as soon as possible and be sure to complete the interpretation section of the registration form.
Do you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know, we can help!
For more information or to register, contact Binaya at 226-332-0783 or bnyaupane@is-gw.ca

Thank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.

Peer Leader Training
2023-09-14 16:30 - 17:30 | ISGW Office, 104 Dawson Road, Unit 102, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1A6, Canada
We Want You!
Become a Peer Leader at ISGW
The SWIS team is training youth Peer Leaders to welcome new high school students to their schools during two Newcomer Orientation Week events this September.
During 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.
As a Peer Leader you will:

engage in leadership building activities
help newcomer peers transition to a new school
help build a sense of community in schools
earn volunteer hours (by attending training and NOW events)
receive a Peer Leader certificate from ISGW

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Pizza and refreshments will be provided!
In-person training takes place at Immigrant Services 104 Dawson Road, Unit 102, Guelph
For more information or to register, contact Nahom at 226-332-0784 or ntekle@is-gw.ca

Thank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.

Job Fair
2023-09-14 10:00 - 12:00 | ISGW Office, 104 Dawson Road, Unit 102, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1A6, Canada
Immigrant Services Guelph-Wellington partners with local employers to host mini job fairs throughout the year.
Employers/positions may be added up until the date of the Job Fair. Please contact Feven for the most up-to-date list.
Employers attending:

Care Partners

RPN and RN Nurses
Personal support workers (PSW)
Home support workers (HSW)

ULMA Construction Systems Canada Inc.

Construction general labor

Taskforce Staffing

With different entry level positions

Right at Home Care – Guelph and Wellington

Personal Support Worker in Home Care

Tim Horton’s Supply Chain

AZ driver
Order selector

Employers not attending but with open positions:

Durose Manufacturing

welders

Let us know you want to attend. Fill the registration form below.
For more information, or help to register, contact Feven 519-836-2222, ext. 257 or fhabte@is-gw.ca
