ISGW

ESL Literacy Circle
2025-05-20 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-05-13 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-05-06 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Toronto) | ISGW Office, 104 Dawson Road, Unit 102, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1A6, Canada
We start with ABC and 123 in this conversation circle.
Would you like to practise the English alphabet and learn to write, read and say new words in English?
During this in-person session, participants will learn English from the beginning.
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Clients who want to participate in this English Conversation Circle must be referred by one of ISGW’s language assessors.
For more information, contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

ESL Reading Club - online
2025-05-20 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-05-13 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-05-06 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 this program. It takes place online using Zoom.
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

Victoria Day - ISGW is closed today.
2025-05-19 09:00 - 16:30 | ISGW Office, 104 Dawson Road, Unit 102, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1A6, Canada
We are closed today, Monday, May 19 for the Victoria Day holiday.
We will be open again on Tuesday, May 20 for regular hours.

Citizenship Test Preparation
2025-05-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-05-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-05-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
This online program is intended for Permanent Residents who have applied or are in the process of applying for Canadian citizenship. It is designed to help you prepare to take the Canadian citizenship test.
Using the Discover Canada: The Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship study guide, we will provide you with many opportunities to learn, study, and practice material that will be on your test. Participants should have already completed CLB level 4 for Listening and Speaking.
The program will be delivered online using Zoom and runs for 8 weeks. The Discover Canada study guide will be provided for participants (either online or a hard copy).
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For more information contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

Citizenship Test Preparation - April 2026

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SWIS Youth Chat: Getting Your Driver's Licence
2025-05-15 16:30 - 17:30 | ISGW Office, 104 Dawson Road, Unit 102, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1A6, Canada
Join our SWIS team, in person at ISGW, to talk about getting your driver’s licence.
Topics to be discussed include:

Graduated licences, what are the differences?
When can you get a licence? How much does it cost?
Free, online preparation resources
Government-approved driving schools
Car insurance costs
Booking your road test, languages available

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You must register in advance to attend the session.
Language interpretation is available, based on need. Please register as soon as possible.
For more information contact Azita at 519-831-1157 or afarsi@is-gw.ca

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

Financial Literacy for Newcomers: Building Wealth in Canada
2025-05-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
Join us, online using Zoom, to learn strategies for managing your money with guest speaker Vince Mayne, CPA.
At this session we will talk about:

Creating a budget
Understanding cash flow
The secret to being a good money manager
Deciding on a financial plan
Sorting out your wants and needs
Putting your financial plan in action

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Language interpretation is available, based on need. Please register as soon as possible.
Need help with Zoom? Let us know, we can help!
For more information, contact Nuhad at 519-836-2222, ext. 236 or nabdal@is-gw.ca

Financial Literacy for Newcomers: Managing Your Money

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Navigating Senior/Family Benefits in Ontario
2025-05-15 11:00 - 12:00 | ISGW Office, 104 Dawson Road, Unit 102, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1A6, Canada
This session will be presented in Mandarin.
Join us, in person at ISGW, to learn about benefits for seniors and families in Ontario.
At this session we will talk about:

Pensions for seniors
Tax benefits for seniors and families
Local transportation/affordable bus pass
Ontario Disability Support program
Ontario Works financial assistance
Provincial and federal drug and dental benefits
Subsidized housing
Activity subsidies for children and families

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Space is limited. You must register in advance to attend the session.
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.

English Conversation Circle - online
2025-05-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-05-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-05-01 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.
This Thursday 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

English Conversation Circle
2025-05-14 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-05-07 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-04-30 13:00 - 14:30 | 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.
Join us in person at ISGW for this English Conversation Circle.
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Please note that a maximum of 20 participants will be accepted for this ECC.
For more information, contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

English Conversation Circle with GPL Main Library - online
2025-05-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-05-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-04-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
English Conversation Circles provide opportunities for newcomers to practice conversational English skills in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Every 2 weeks, a staff member from Guelph Public Library – Main Library joins us to share an overview of library services and programs available to newcomers. During these sessions, participants can receive assistance in applying for a library card.
Join us online using Zoom for this English conversation circle.
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For more information, contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

Tools for Learning English Online
2025-05-12 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-05-05 13:00 - 14:30 | ISGW Office, 104 Dawson Road, Unit 102, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1A6, Canada
Join us, in person at ISGW, to learn how to use digital resources to find the best websites and tools for learning English independently. Participants will receive personalized Google Classroom access and comprehensive support during these sessions.
Please note that classes will be cancelled on Monday, May 19 for the Victoria Day holiday.
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For more information, contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

Applying for Subsidized Housing/Renting in Guelph
2025-05-12 10:00 - 11:00 | ISGW Office, 104 Dawson Road, Unit 102, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1A6, Canada
This session will be presented with interpretation in Tigrinya.
Did you know? A housing subsidy is a payment to help you with your rent, paid to your landlord or to you directly. It’s based on your income and is typically 30% of your gross income. This approach is called Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) or Social Housing.
Join us in person at ISGW to learn about subsidized housing, particularly rent-geared-to-income housing with guest speaker Samantha White, Applicant Services Coordinator, County of Wellington – Housing Services.
At this session we will talk about:

Basic eligibility, how to apply
Managing your application
Special priority/local priorities – what they are and how to apply
Offers of housing

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The maximum number of participants for this session is 15. You must register in advance to attend the session.
For more information, contact Nahom at 519-836-2222, ext. 263 or ntekle@is-gw.ca

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

Seniors' English Conversation Circle
2025-05-12 09:30 - 11:30, 2025-05-05 09:30 - 11:30 | ISGW Office, 104 Dawson Road, Unit 102, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1A6, Canada
ISGW’s English Conversation Circles (ECC) 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 takes place in person at Immigrant Services. It is a chance to practise English, exercise and socialize with others over light snacks.
Please note that classes will be cancelled on Monday, May 19 for the Victoria Day holiday.
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For more information, contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

Office closed at 12:00 pm today
2025-05-02 12:00 - 16:30 | ISGW Office, 104 Dawson Road, Unit 102, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1A6, Canada
Please be aware that the office will be CLOSED this afternoon 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm.
We will be open as usual on Monday, May 5, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm.

Barkat - Nature Art Workshops
2025-05-01 12:30 - 14:30 | ISGW Office, 104 Dawson Road, Unit 102, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1A6, Canada
Over the course of 6 workshops, we will connect with and explore nature around us using a variety of techniques such as: journaling, poetry, storytelling, dance, photography, painting, sketching. The workshops will take place in person at ISGW in collaboration with local artist Nimra Bandukwala. Participants will have the opportunity to share their writing, art, and reflections at a culminating exhibition (date to be determined) for friends, family and the community. Barkat – Nature Art Workshops is funded by the Ontario Arts Council.
Full descriptions of the workshops, including biographies of the facilitators, is available here: https://is-gw.ca/barkat-nature-art-workshop-series/
MARCH 6
Pressed Wildflower Art and Floral Folklore – with visual artist Nimra Bandukwala

APRIL 3
Birds of Our Homeland: Storytelling, Movement & Photography Workshop – with film and theatre director Zehra Nawab

MAY 1
Plant Alchemies: Natural Ink Making Workshop – with visual artist Nimra Bandukwala

JUNE 5
Introduction to Nature Journaling and Local Plants – with Tamil-Canadian artist, botanist, Certified Arborist, and
forester-in-training Hashveenah Manoharan

JULY 3
Plant Alchemies: Introduction to Naturally Dyeing Cotton – with visual artist Nimra Bandukwala

AUGUST 7
Creative Harvest: Introduction to Poetry & Creative Writing – with poet, artist educator and nature artist Sheniz Janmohamed

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You must be registered in advance to attend.
For more information or help to register, contact Yasmin 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

Habitat for Humanity Guelph-Wellington Homeownership Program
2025-05-01 10:00 - 11:30 | ISGW Office, 104 Dawson Road, Unit 102, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1A6, Canada
Habitat for Humanity Guelph Wellington bridges the gap for families who live in inadequate, unsafe, and/or unaffordable housing and want to become a homeowner.
Join us in person at ISGW, to learn about Habitat’s Homeownership Program with guest speaker Kathryn Stokes (she/her), Director, Housing Partnerships, Habitat for Humanity Guelph Wellington.
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The maximum number of participants for this session is 25. You must register in advance to attend the session.
Language interpretation is available, based on need. Please register by Friday, April 25.
For more information, contact Nahom at 519-836-2222, ext. 263 or ntekle@is-gw.ca

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