ISGW

Art Club
2023-04-19 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-04-26 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-05-03 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto) | 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

English Conversation Circle
2023-04-20 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-04-27 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 Thursday morning ECC will be offered online, using Zoom.
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For more information, contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

Exercise Club
2023-04-20 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-04-27 11:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
Physical activity helps to improve mental and physical health. Join us online, using Zoom, for a weekly, exercise hour that includes: zumba, yoga, pilates, dance, and more! The program is open to clients of any age.
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For more information, contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

Exercise Club - Registration

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English Conversation Circle at GPL - Westminster Square Branch
2023-04-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-04-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Guelph Public Library – Westminster Square Branch, 100-31 Farley Drive, Guelph, Ontario, N1L 0B7, Canada
English Conversation Circles provide opportunities for newcomers to practice conversational English skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. For the Spring 2023 term, we are pleased to introduce a new, in-person, English Conversation Circle taking place at the Guelph Public Library – Westminster Square Branch.
Did you know that the Guelph Public Library is one of the oldest public libraries in Ontario? Over 1,500 people use the library every day and check out over two million resources annually. The library is the most used recreational facility in Guelph. Besides providing resources that enrich, educate and entertain, the library is dedicated to providing community gathering places that celebrate culture and local history.
This conversation circle starts April 21 and runs until June 23.
Join us! 100-31 Farley Drive Guelph ON N1L 0B7
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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
2023-04-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-04-28 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 will be offered online, using Zoom.
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For more information, contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

Refugee Sponsorship Training
2023-04-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
A guest speaker from Refugee Sponsorship Training Program, Catholic Crosscultural Services will be with
us to discuss:

Overview of the sponsorship process
Eligibility and requirements

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Language interpretation is available, based on need. Please register by Tuesday, April 18 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, contact Huria at 519-836-2222, ext. 263 or htesfa@is-gw.ca

Refugee Sponsorship Training - online

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Computer Club
2023-04-21 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-04-28 11:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
Are you new to Canada and Guelph? Do you want to learn how to use online community resources available for recreation, transportation, knowledge-building. Join us online, using Zoom, to develop basic computer skills and learn about navigating online community resources.
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For more information or help to register, contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

Income Tax Clinic
2023-04-22 09:30 - 12:00, 2023-04-29 09:30 - 12:00 | ISGW Office, 104 Dawson Road, Unit 102, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1A6, Canada
Immigrant Services is pleased to offer free income tax preparation to those who have a modest income and a simple tax situation through CRA’s Community Volunteer Income Tax Preparation program.
It is important to file your income tax return every year to continue to receive any benefits that you are eligible for.
Appointments are available in-person, virtually using Zoom and by document drop off.
ISGW clients and community members can book an appointment to have their tax return completed by a volunteer on Saturdays during March and April.
Please note that service is not available on Saturday, March 18 or April 8
Multi-language service: We can help you in your own language. Let us know that you would like interpretation when you book your appointment.
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To book a tax appointment call: Khrystyna 519-836-2222, ext. 240 or email: khrysko@is-gw.ca

English Conversation Circle
2023-04-24 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-05-01 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.
Our Monday morning ECC will be offered online, using Zoom. Please note that class is cancelled on Monday, May 22 for Victoria Day.
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For more information, contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

Shelldale English Conversation Circle
2023-04-24 11:00, 2023-05-01 11:00 | Guelph Community Health Centre, 20 Shelldale Crescent, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1C8, 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.
This English Conversation Circle takes place in partnership with Guelph Community Health Centre, in person, at Shelldale (20 Shelldale Crescent). Please note that class is cancelled on Monday, May 22 for Victoria Day.
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For more information, contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

ESL Reading Club
2023-04-25 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-05-02 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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Enter the first and last names of any additional members of your household who will be attending: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

Gardening Club
2023-04-25 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-05-02 13:00 - 14:00 | Ontario
There are warm, sunny days ahead – Let’s Get Gardening!
Starting Seeds Indoors with Guelph Seed Library
Some vegetables need a head start indoors to provide a good harvest in the Canadian growing season. Join us online, using Zoom, for the first three Gardening Club sessions to get hands-on experience starting vegetables, greens and herbs indoors from seed. All materials are provided.
Guelph Seed Library is a sharing hub of seeds where community members “borrow” seeds. This means they take a package/or a number of seeds, grow them and try to save a similar quantity or more to give back to the seed library for the next year. These workshops are part of their Growing Home project, funded by Lush Cosmetics.

Outside in the Garden with Heidi
The remainder of our Gardening Club sessions (May 9 – June 20) will be spent outside at Guelph Enabling Garden where we will plant our seedlings and learn about gardening basics with Heidi Torreiter, a Horticultural Therapist at the garden.
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.
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For more information contact Yasmin 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

English Conversation Circle
2023-04-26 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-05-03 11:00 - 12:00 | 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 Wednesday morning ECC will be offered online, using Zoom.
View PDF flyer.
For more information, contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca

Wills and Powers of Attorney
2023-04-27 16:00 - 17:30 | ISGW Office, 104 Dawson Road, Unit 102, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1A6, Canada
Join us in person at ISGW or online, using Zoom to learn about wills and powers of attorney.
Our guest speaker: Francis Valeriote, B.A, LLB, SV Law
We will talk about:

How and where to make a will
The cost of making a will
What is “power of attorney”?
How to make a power of attorney
What is your “estate”?
Estate administration – with or without a will

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Language interpretation is available, based on need. Please register by Monday, April 24 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, contact Nuhad at 519-836-2222, ext. 236 or nabdal@is-gw.ca

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

Coping with Depression
2023-04-27 16:30 - 17:30 | Zoom
Join us online, using Zoom with our guest speaker:
Nabeel Rahman, M.A., R.S.W.
Registered Social Worker
Positive Thought Counselling Services
At this session we will talk about:

What is Depression
A Strength Based Approach
Toxic Positivity
Accepting Discomfort
Strategies to Cope

View PDF flyer.
Language interpretation is available, based on need. Please register by Monday, April 24 and be sure to fill 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, contact Anna at 519-836-2222, ext. 235 or aboruk@is-gw.ca

Learn about the SchoolMessenger App
2023-04-27 17:30 - 18:30 | Zoom
** For families in the Wellington Catholic District School Board **
Join our SWIS team online, using Zoom, to learn about using SchoolMessenger to be up-to-date with communications from school.
Guest Speaker: Valerie Karunaratne, English Language Learning (ELL) Lead
Topics to be covered include:

How to download/register for SchoolMessenger
How to use SchoolMessenger
What is SafeArrival?
Using SafeArrival to report your child’s absence from school

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Language interpretation is available, based on need. Please register by Monday, April 24 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 or to register, contact Alisiia at 226-332-0785 or adovban@is-gw.ca

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

Mandarin Computer Club
2023-05-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
If you are looking to improve your computer skills, this is the best place to do that!
In this beginner-level club, participants will develop basic computer skills. Lessons will be presented in Mandarin. Classes will take place online, using Zoom and occur every two weeks.
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For more information, contact Yasmin at 519-836-2222, ext. 230 or yholoubi@is-gw.ca
