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SUMMARY:Long-Term Care and Retirement Home Options
DESCRIPTION:This session will be presented in Mandarin. \nAge and health conditions can make independent living difficult. In Ontario\, you have a range of options to help you get the support you need. \nJoin us\, online  using Zoom\, to learn about Long-Term Care and Retirement Home options. \nAt this session we will talk about: \n\nTypes of Longterm care homes\, costs and eligibility\nRetirement homes and costs and process\nHome and Community Care Support Services (HCCSS)\n\nView PDF flyer. \n\n Need help with technology? Let us know\, we can help! \n For more information\, contact Kathy at 519-836-2222\, ext. 239 or kzhao@is-gw.ca \n\nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/long-term-care-and-retirement-home-options/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Zhao":MAILTO:kzhao@is-gw.ca
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SUMMARY:Healthy Eating and Diet: Mandarin
DESCRIPTION:Please note that this session will be presented in Mandarin. \nJoin us in person  at ISGW to learn about healthy eating with community dietitian Shin Low from Guelph Community Health Centre. \nWe will talk about: \n\nHealthy dietary and lifestyle management for people living with chronic conditions\, including diabetes\, high cholesterol\, and high blood pressure\nUse of vitamins and supplements\nPros and cons of canned\, fresh\, and frozen foods\n\nView PDF flyer. \n\n You must register in advance to attend the session. \n For more information\, contact Kathy at 519-836-2222\, ext. 239 or kzhao@is-gw.ca \n\nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/healthy-eating-and-diet-mandarin/
LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Zhao":MAILTO:kzhao@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250515T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250515T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204730
CREATED:20250506T140902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T141604Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating Senior/Family Benefits in Ontario
DESCRIPTION:This session will be presented in Mandarin. \nJoin us\, in person  at ISGW\, to learn about benefits for seniors and families in Ontario. \nAt this session we will talk about: \n\nPensions for seniors\nTax benefits for seniors and families\nLocal transportation/affordable bus pass\nOntario Disability Support program\nOntario Works financial assistance\nProvincial and federal drug and dental benefits\nSubsidized housing\nActivity subsidies for children and families\n\nView PDF flyer. \n\n Space is limited. You must register in advance to attend the session. \nFor more information\, contact Kathy at 519-836-2222\, ext. 239 or kzhao@is-gw.ca \n\nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/navigating-senior-family-benefits-in-ontario/
LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Zhao":MAILTO:kzhao@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250107T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250107T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204730
CREATED:20241209T160803Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Stress\, Emotions and Health: in Mandarin
DESCRIPTION:This session will be presented in Mandarin.  \nJoin us\, online using Zoom\, to understand stress and how it affects our overall health. \nAt this session we will talk about: \n\nIdentifying Stress: Signs and symptoms that indicate you are stressed.\nImpact of Stress: How stress affects your physical and emotional well-being.\nStress Management: Effective strategies to manage and reduce stress.\n\nGuest speaker Liping Peng is a training program facilitator with Hong Fook Mental Health Association. \nView PDF flyer. \nNeed help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information\, contact Kathy at 519-836-2222\, ext. 239 or kzhao@is-gw.ca \n 
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/stress-emotions-and-health-in-mandarin/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Zhao":MAILTO:kzhao@is-gw.ca
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240614T103000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204730
CREATED:20240528T181836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T132133Z
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SUMMARY:Required Documents for Common Applications
DESCRIPTION:This session will be presented in Mandarin. \nJoin us online\, using Zoom\, to learn about the documents that are required when: \n\nRenewing a Permanent Resident card\nApplying for a Travel Document\nApplying for Permanent Resident Travel Documents (Permanent Resident abroad)\nApplying for Canadian citizenship\n\nView PDF flyer. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information\, contact Kathy at 519-836-2222\, ext. 239 or kzhao@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/required-documents-for-common-applications/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Zhao":MAILTO:kzhao@is-gw.ca
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231123T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204730
CREATED:20231120T151209Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating Support for Recreational Activities
DESCRIPTION:** This session will be presented in Mandarin. ** \nPlanning to enroll in recreational activities this winter?\nJoin us online\, using Zoom\, to learn about the financial assistance programs available to support enrollment in recreational activities. \nWe will talk about: \n\nFree to Grow – Children’s Foundation of Guelph and Wellington\nJumpstart – Canadian Tire\nYMCA programs and subsidies\nFee Assistance in Recreation (FAIR) – City of Guelph subsidy for adults and seniors\n\nView PDF flyer. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information\, contact Kathy at 519-836-2222\, ext. 239 or kzhao@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/navigating-support-for-recreational-activities/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Zhao":MAILTO:kzhao@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230920T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204730
CREATED:20230824T192311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T203624Z
UID:10002260-1695204000-1695207600@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:How to Invite Your Family to Visit Canada
DESCRIPTION:Join us online to learn and ask questions about inviting your family to visit Canada. \nDiscussion topics will include: \n\nSuper visa: eligibility and requirements\nVisitor’s visa\nHow to apply\nLetter of Invitation\nIRCC My Account\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Friday\, September 15. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information\, contact Kathy at 519-836-2222\, ext. 239 or kzhao@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/how-to-invite-your-family-to-visit-canada-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Zhao":MAILTO:kzhao@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230629T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230629T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204730
CREATED:20230607T185205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230608T190548Z
UID:10002004-1688032800-1688040000@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Government Benefits and Credits for Seniors in Ontario
DESCRIPTION:** This session will be presented in Mandarin. ** \nJoin us online\, using Zoom\, for this session to discuss: \n\nTypes of pensions\nIncome tax credits and benefits\nSubsidized housing\nDental/drug benefits\nTransportation bus pass senior card\nLow income energy support program\nOntario disability support program\nOntario works\n\nView PDF flyer. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information contact Kathy at 519-836-2222\, ext. 239 or kzhao@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/government-benefits-and-credits-for-seniors-in-ontario/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Zhao":MAILTO:kzhao@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230201T113000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204730
CREATED:20230119T222237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T222435Z
UID:10001699-1675245600-1675251000@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:How to Invite Your Family to Visit Canada
DESCRIPTION:Join us online to learn and ask questions about How to Invite Your Family to Visit Canada.\nDiscussion topics will include: \n\nSuper visa: eligibility and requirements\nVisitor’s visa\nHow to apply\nLetter of Invitation\nIRCC My Account\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Friday\, January 27. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information\, contact Kathy at 519-836-2222\, ext. 239 or kzhao@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/how-to-invite-your-family-to-visit-canada/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Zhao":MAILTO:kzhao@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230127T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230127T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204730
CREATED:20221214T224232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T224427Z
UID:10001672-1674815400-1674820800@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Alzheimer’s Disease: Services and Support
DESCRIPTION:** This workshop will be presented in Mandarin. ** \nJoin us online\, using Zoom\, to learn and ask questions about Alzheimer’s disease with our guest speaker: Robin Smart\, Public Education Coordinator\, Alzheimer Society Waterloo-Wellington. \nDiscussion topics will include: \n\nWhat is Alzheimer’s?\nSymptoms of the disease\nServices/support for patients and families\n\nView PDF flyer. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information\, contact Kathy at 519-836-2222\, ext. 239 or kzhao@is-gw.ca
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/alzheimers-disease-services-and-support/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Zhao":MAILTO:kzhao@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204730
CREATED:20221124T165657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221124T170504Z
UID:10001512-1670936400-1670940000@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Navigating Health Care Services in Guelph
DESCRIPTION:** This workshop will be presented in Mandarin. ** \nJoin us online\, using Zoom\, to learn about accessing local health care services when you don’t have a family doctor.\nDiscussion topics will include: \n\nHealth Connect Ontario\nInterpretation services\nWalk-in clinics\nWhen to go to the hospital\n\nView PDF flyer. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information\, contact Kathy at 519-836-2222\, ext. 239 or kzhao@is-gw.ca \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/navigating-health-care-services-in-guelph/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Zhao":MAILTO:kzhao@is-gw.ca
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