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:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260319T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260319T150000 DTSTAMP:20260428T070033 CREATED:20260309T160139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T192521Z UID:10004766-1773925200-1773932400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Getting Ready for Junior Kindergarten at St. Joseph Catholic School DESCRIPTION:If you have a child starting JK in September 2026 at St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School\, this session is for you!\nJoin our SWIS team in person at Immigrant Services to learn and ask questions about: \n\nStarting JK\, including what your child will need for the first day of school\nSWIS services and how we support newcomer families in schools.\nSchool policies and expectations\nHow to set up the school portal/account used for school communication\n\nView PDF flyer. \n\n Children are welcome! Fun activities for kids will be available. \n Space is limited. You must be registered to attend this session. \n For more information or help to register\, contact Asmait at 226-821-4454 or aafewerqi@is-gw.ca \n\nThank you for your interest in the session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/getting-ready-for-junior-kindergarten-at-st-joseph-catholic-school/ LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://is-gw.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/SWIS-feature-graphic-2024.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Asmait Afewerqi":MAILTO:aafewerqi@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260217T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260217T183000 DTSTAMP:20260428T070033 CREATED:20260203T153919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T154246Z UID:10004750-1771349400-1771353000@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Selecting Courses for High School DESCRIPTION:Students who will be entering Grade 9 in September 2026 and their parents/guardians are invited to join our SWIS team for a workshop about selecting courses for high school. \nWe will be joined by guest speaker Carolyn Frielink\, UGDSB to talk about: \n\nhigh school graduation requirements\nelective courses\nhow to navigate MyBluePrint to submit courses\nwhere to find registration forms\n\nView PDF flyer. \n\n Language interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register as soon as possible. \n Need help with technology? Let us know\, we can help! \n For 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/selecting-courses-for-high-school/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://is-gw.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/SWIS-feature-graphic-2024.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Asmait Afewerqi":MAILTO:aafewerqi@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251029T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251029T183000 DTSTAMP:20260428T070033 CREATED:20251001T185608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T190408Z UID:10004580-1761757200-1761762600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Getting Ready for Parent-Teacher Interviews: WCDSB schools 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\nTransition to digital: receiving progress reports electronically\nImportance of attending parent-teacher interviews\nPreparing for the interview\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. \n\n 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. \n Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \n For 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/getting-ready-for-parent-teacher-interviews-wcdsb-schools-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://is-gw.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/SWIS-feature-graphic-2024.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Asmait Afewerqi":MAILTO:aafewerqi@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250529T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250529T173000 DTSTAMP:20260428T070033 CREATED:20250505T145257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T145949Z UID:10004259-1748536200-1748539800@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:SWIS Youth Chat: Summer Activities and Programs for Youth DESCRIPTION:Join our SWIS team in person at ISGW to learn about summer activities and programs for youth in Guelph. \nAt this session we’ll be talking about: \n\nSummer camp (and volunteer/job opportunities)\nActivities in the city during the summer\nFee assistance (Free to Grow – Children’s Foundation\, Jumpstart)\nYMCA camps\nFree activities at Guelph Public Library (book club\, art)\nCommunity garden\n\nView PDF flyer. \n\n You must register in advance to attend the session.\n Language interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register as soon as possible. \nFor more information 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/swis-youth-chat-summer-activities-and-programs-for-youth/ 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="Asmait Afewerqi":MAILTO:aafewerqi@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250410T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250410T173000 DTSTAMP:20260428T070033 CREATED:20250403T135231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T144324Z UID:10004232-1744302600-1744306200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Youth Chat: Mental Health\, Wellness and Self Care DESCRIPTION:Join us in person at ISGW to talk about: \n\nHealth and wellness\nImmigration and mental health\nOverall wellness\nSelf care and support options\n\nView PDF flyer. \n\n You must register in advance to attend this session. \n Language interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register as soon as possible. \nFor more information 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/youth-chat-mental-health-wellness-and-self-care-2/ 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="Asmait Afewerqi":MAILTO:aafewerqi@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250320T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250320T173000 DTSTAMP:20260428T070033 CREATED:20250225T202523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T204044Z UID:10004149-1742488200-1742491800@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:SWIS Youth Chat: Human Trafficking Awareness DESCRIPTION:Human trafficking is happening in communities across Canada\, but you have the power to help stop it.\nLearn how to recognize the signs of trafficking and how sharing your knowledge with others can save lives. \nJoin our SWIS team in person at ISGW to talk about: \n\nWhat is human trafficking and grooming?\nRed flags and how to recognize traffickers\nHow to protect yourself and your loved ones\n\nGuest speaker: Jaseth Purcell from Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis \nView PDF flyer. \n You must register in advance to attend the session.\n Language interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register as soon as possible. \nFor more information contact Asmait at 226-821-4454 or aafewerqi@is-gw.ca \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/swis-youth-chat-human-trafficking-awareness/ 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="Asmait Afewerqi":MAILTO:aafewerqi@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T180000 DTSTAMP:20260428T070033 CREATED:20250106T184630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T185514Z UID:10004106-1737046800-1737050400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Summer Camps and Activities for Families in Guelph DESCRIPTION:Join our SWIS team online\, using Zoom\, to learn about the summer camps and activities available for children in your 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 13 and be sure to complete the interpretation section of the registration form. \nNeed 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  \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-for-families-in-guelph/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://is-gw.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/SWIS-feature-graphic-2024.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Asmait Afewerqi":MAILTO:aafewerqi@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241022T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241022T183000 DTSTAMP:20260428T070033 CREATED:20241007T161103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T161225Z UID:10003882-1729616400-1729621800@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Getting Ready for Parent-Teacher Interviews: UGDSB schools 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 Thursday\, October 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! \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/getting-ready-for-parent-teacher-interviews-ugdsb-schools/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://is-gw.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/SWIS-feature-graphic-2024.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Asmait Afewerqi":MAILTO:aafewerqi@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240917T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240917T183000 DTSTAMP:20260428T070033 CREATED:20240828T190954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T185312Z UID:10003757-1726592400-1726597800@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:How to Access the PowerSchool Parent Portal - WCDSB DESCRIPTION:The Wellington Catholic District School Board uses PowerSchool to register new students and to verify student information each year. \nJoin our SWIS team\, online\, using Zoom\, to learn: \n\nWhat is PowerSchool parent portal?\nHow to create PowerSchool parent portal account\nHow to complete a school registration form for your child\, online\, in the PowerSchool parent portal (new students)\nHow to update your child/family’s personal information in the PowerSchool parent portal\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Wednesday\, September 11 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/how-to-access-the-powerschool-parent-portal-wcdsb/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://is-gw.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/SWIS-feature-graphic-2024.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Asmait Afewerqi":MAILTO:aafewerqi@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240418T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240418T173000 DTSTAMP:20260428T070033 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:20260428T070033 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:20240123T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240123T180000 DTSTAMP:20260428T070033 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 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:20240112T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240112T123000 DTSTAMP:20260428T070033 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 END:VCALENDAR