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SUMMARY:Applying for Subsidized Housing/Renting in Guelph
DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom to learn about Subsidized Housing and Renting in Guelph with a guest speaker Rubina Mian\, Programme Support Worker\, County of Wellington\, Social Services\, Housing Services. \nWe will talk about: \n\nWhat is subsidized housing?\nHow do I apply?\nWhat are the requirements?\nWhat is the waiting period?\n\nDid you know? In this area\, the County of Wellington is responsible for the delivery and administration of provincially mandated social and affordable housing programmes\, as well as initiatives to prevent and address homelessness. \nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Monday\, August 12.\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 Nahom at 519-836-2222\, ext. 263 or ntekle@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/applying-for-subsidized-housing-renting-in-guelph/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240729T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240729T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123222
CREATED:20240705T145504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T184255Z
UID:10003657-1722250800-1722254400@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:How to Access Health Care Services in Guelph
DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom\, to learn about accessing local health care services. \nWe will talk about: \n\nHealth-related organizations in Guelph\nHealth-related services for newcomers (without family doctor)\nHow to reach a health care specialist in Guelph\nMental health supports\n\nGuest Speaker: Karrie Cumming\, Health Promoter\, Guelph Community Health Centre \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 Nahom at 519-836-2222\, ext. 263 or ntekle@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-health-care-services-in-guelph-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240208T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240208T173000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123222
CREATED:20240131T155754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T160005Z
UID:10002571-1707409800-1707413400@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Youth Chat: Income Tax for Youth
DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom for this information session. \nGuest Speaker: Dayami Ramirez\, Program Manager – Settlement and SWIS\, Immigrant Services Guelph-Wellington \nAt this session we will talk about: \n\nFiling taxes as a high school student\nImportance of filing taxes\nUnderstanding Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)\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 contact Nahom 226-332-0784 or ntekle@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-chat-income-tax-for-youth/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240118T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123222
CREATED:20240109T205616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T205758Z
UID:10002561-1705593600-1705597200@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:SWIS Youth Chat: Cyber Security/Standing Up for Yourself
DESCRIPTION:At this online session\, we’re pleased to have a guest speaker from Guelph Police Service. \nWe will talk about: \n\nTeens in a digital world\nCyberbullying\nSocial media safety\nAnti-bullying\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 contact Nahom 226-332-0784 or ntekle@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-cyber-security-standing-up-for-yourself/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231102T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231102T173000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123222
CREATED:20231025T171228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T171753Z
UID:10002357-1698942600-1698946200@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Selecting Courses for High School (OLOL)
DESCRIPTION:You can choose to attend online\, using Zoom OR in person at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School (54 Westmount Rd.\, Guelph\, Ontario N1H 5H7)\, in the library. \nWe will be joined by staff from the school’s guidance office to learn about: \n\nhigh school graduation requirements\nelective courses\nhow to navigate MyBluePrint to submit courses\nwhere to find registration forms\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 Nahom at 226-332-0784 or ntekle@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-olol/
LOCATION:Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School\, 54 Westmount Rd.\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 5H7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231019T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231019T173000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123222
CREATED:20231003T173639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T180525Z
UID:10002347-1697733000-1697736600@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Youth Chat: Applying for Canadian Citizenship
DESCRIPTION:Join our SWIS team online\, using Zoom to learn about Applying for Canadian Citizenship. \nOur guest speaker will be Dayami Ramirez\, Program Manager – Settlement and SWIS \nDiscussion topics will include: \n\nApplication eligibility\nImportant documents\nApplying as a minor\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register early and be sure to complete the interpretation\nsection of the registration form. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? ISGW can lend you a device for the purposes of attending this session. Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help!  \nFor more information or help to register contact Nahom at 226-332-0784\, ntekle@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. \n 
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-chat-applying-for-canadian-citizenship/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230926T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230926T173000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123222
CREATED:20230912T182751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T183020Z
UID:10002332-1695744000-1695749400@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:NOW 2023 - Our Lady of Lourdes
DESCRIPTION:New to Canada? Enrolled in High School?\nJoin us for Newcomer Orientation Week (NOW)!\nYouth Peer Leaders and SWIS workers have organized activities to help newcomer students: \n\nlearn about getting around the school\nconnect with other newcomer families\, peer leaders\, and friends\nlearn about resources available in schools and the wider community\n\nRefreshments to be provided! \nCome and meet Guelph’s Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) \nView PDF flyer. \nFor more information\, or help to register\, contact Nahom at 226-332-0784 or ntekle@is-gw.ca \n 
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/now-2023-our-lady-of-lourdes/
LOCATION:Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School\, 54 Westmount Rd.\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 5H7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T173000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123222
CREATED:20230824T185339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T151736Z
UID:10002259-1694709000-1694712600@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Peer Leader Training
DESCRIPTION:We Want You!\nBecome a Peer Leader at ISGW\nThe SWIS team is training youth Peer Leaders to welcome new high school students to their schools during two Newcomer Orientation Week events this September. \nDuring 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. \nAs a Peer Leader you will: \n\nengage in leadership building activities\nhelp newcomer peers transition to a new school\nhelp build a sense of community in schools\nearn volunteer hours (by attending training and NOW events)\nreceive a Peer Leader certificate from ISGW\n\nView PDF flyer. \nPizza and refreshments will be provided! \nIn-person training takes place at Immigrant Services 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph \nFor more information or to register\, contact Nahom at 226-332-0784 or ntekle@is-gw.ca \n  \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/peer-leader-training/
LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230412T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230412T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123222
CREATED:20230322T194711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T135641Z
UID:10001948-1681315200-1681318800@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Youth Chat: Environmental Career Pathways
DESCRIPTION:Looking for the Youth Chat session about Getting Your Driver’s Licence? CLICK HERE \n\n  \nThe Newcomer Youth Green Economy Project (NYGEP) is a free program offered by Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) for newcomer youth (Also open to Ukrainian temporary residents) aged 18-35\ninterested in learning more about green careers. It is a five-month\, virtual\, part-time program. Participants will receive: \n\nProfessional project placements with a host employer for experience on real-world projects\nJob search and corporate culture training\nField trips\nEmployment coaching\nIndigenous learning opportunities\, and more!\n\nGuest Speaker: Leigha Abergel\, Supervisor\, Newcomer Programs – Toronto and Region Conservation\nAuthority (TRCA) \nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register early and be sure to complete the\ninterpretation section of the registration form. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? ISGW can lend you a device for the purposes of attending\nthis session. Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information contact Nahom at 226-332-0784\, ntekle@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-chat-environmental-career-pathways/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230325T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230325T143000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123222
CREATED:20230223T161143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T161436Z
UID:10001788-1679751000-1679754600@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Parenting Newcomer Youth
DESCRIPTION:Join our SWIS team online\, using Zoom\, or in person at ISGW for this session. \nSettlement and migration can be stressful for youth (13-19). Adjusting to a new country can present a list of challenges\, which if unaddressed\, can lead to negative outcomes. These challenges include: \n\nIntergenerational disconnect\nFinancial instability\nContact with the criminal justice system\nLack of belonging\n\nOur guest speaker: Nabeel Rahman\, M.A.\, R.S.W. Registered Social Worker\, Positive Thought Counselling Services \nThis workshop is developed to assist parents and caregivers in helping youth as they transition from adolescence to\nadulthood. The workshop will provide helpful strategies to: \n\nUnderstand the needs of your teenager\nEmpathize with their experiences\nValidate your own vulnerability\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Tuesday\, March 21 and be sure\nto 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 Nahom at 226-332-0784 or ntekle@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/parenting-newcomer-youth/
LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230215T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230215T183000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123222
CREATED:20230206T155940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230207T192221Z
UID:10001716-1676482200-1676485800@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Getting Ready for High School: Our Lady of Lourdes
DESCRIPTION:Students who will be entering Grade 9 in September 2023 and their parents/guardians are invited to join our SWIS team for a workshop about Getting Ready for High School. \nYou can choose to attend online\, using Zoom OR in-person at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School\n(54 Westmount Rd.\, Guelph\, Ontario N1H 5H7). \nWe will be joined by staff from the school’s guidance offce to learn about: \n\nselecting courses for high school\nelective courses\nhow to navigate MyBluePrint to submit courses\nwhere to find registration forms\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Thursday\, February 9 and be sure\nto 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 Nahom at 226-332-0784 or ntekle@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-high-school-our-lady-of-lourdes/
LOCATION:Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School\, 54 Westmount Rd.\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 5H7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230209T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230209T180000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123222
CREATED:20230130T154434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T154759Z
UID:10001708-1675962000-1675965600@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:SWIS Workshop for Women: Using SchoolCash Online
DESCRIPTION:** This session will be presented in Tigrinya. ** \nSchoolCash Online is an easy to use and safe way to pay for your children’s school fees. Join our SWIS team for an in-person workshop for women at St. Joseph Catholic School (in the library) to learn about using this online platform. We will talk about: \n\nHow to create an account\nMaking payments\nNavigating catch up payment application\n\nYoung children are welcome with their parent/caregiver. Drawing materials will be available and light snacks will be provided. \nView PDF flyer. \nFor more information or to register\, contact Nahom at 226-332-0784 or ntekle@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/swis-workshop-for-women-using-schoolcash-online/
LOCATION:St. Joseph Catholic School\, 10 Guelph Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 5Y8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221207T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221207T180000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123222
CREATED:20221201T212153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T212359Z
UID:10001519-1670432400-1670436000@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Workshop for Women: Tools for Life
DESCRIPTION:Interpretation in Tigrinya will be provided. \nJoin our SWIS team for an in-person\, workshop for women at St. Joseph Catholic School (in the gym). \nGuest speaker Stacey Frasson (Youth Worker) will be with us to talk about: \n\nBeing aware of feelings\nEmotional regulation\nEffective communication of feelings and appropriate problem solving\n\nYoung children are welcome with their parent/caregiver.\nDrawing materials will be available and light snacks will be provided. \nView PDF flyer \nFor more information or to register\, contact Nahom at 226-332-0784 or ntekle@is-gw.ca \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/workshop-for-women-tools-for-life/
LOCATION:St. Joseph Catholic School\, 10 Guelph Street\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 5Y8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221117T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123222
CREATED:20221028T140340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221028T140840Z
UID:10001504-1668700800-1668704400@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Parent Information Session - Our Lady of Lourdes
DESCRIPTION:Do you have children attending Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School?\nIs Tigrinya your first language?\nJoin our SWIS team\, in-person at the school\, for a parent information session. In this session\,\nwe are pleased to include guest speakers from the school: \n\nBetty Farrell\, Principal\nBrian Halford\, Vice-Principal\nJulie Flaherty\, Languages Department Head\nSarah Gammie\, Dual Credit Lead Resource Teacher\n\nDuring this in-person session\, we will talk about: \n\nProgramming\nBehaviors and Students’ Conduct\nLife at High School\nWhat is Needed to Graduate (including volunteer hours\, credits)\nDual Credits\, Co-op Program\n\nInformation will be presented in Tigrinya. \nView PDF flyer. \nFor more information or to register\, contact Nahom at 226-332-0784 or ntekle@is-gw.ca \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/parent-information-session-our-lady-of-lourdes/
LOCATION:Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School\, 54 Westmount Rd.\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 5H7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221028T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221028T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123222
CREATED:20221007T144744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T145202Z
UID:10001493-1666972800-1666976400@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Youth Chat: How to Apply for Canadian Citizenship
DESCRIPTION:Join us\, online using zoom\, to learn and ask questions about Applying for Canadian Citizenship. \nDiscuss topics will include: \n\nEligibility\nRequired documents\nApplying with a parent or on your own\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register early and be sure to complete the\ninterpretation section of the registration form. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? ISGW can lend you a device for the purposes of attending\nthis session. Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information or help to register\, contact Megan at 519-831-1281\, mbotha@is-gw.ca OR Nahom at 226-332-0784\, ntekle@is-gw.ca \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-chat-how-to-apply-for-canadian-citizenship/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221026T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221026T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123222
CREATED:20221007T143850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221017T154935Z
UID:10001181-1666800000-1666803600@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Youth Chat: Painting Pumpkins for Halloween
DESCRIPTION:Join us at this session to paint pumpkins and learn and ask questions about Halloween in Ontario. \nWe will discuss: \n\nWhat is Halloween?\nWhy is it celebrated?\nThe history of Halloween\n\nParticipants can attend in-person (limited to 10) at ISGW or online. ** In-person spots are now full\, however you can still join us online** \nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register early and be sure to complete the interpretation section of the registration form. \nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? ISGW can lend you a device for the purposes of attending\nthis session. Need help with Zoom? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information or help to register\, contact Megan at 519-831-1281\, mbotha@is-gw.ca OR Nahom at 226-332-0784\, ntekle@is-gw.ca \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/youth-chat-painting-pumpkins-for-halloween/
LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221013T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221013T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123222
CREATED:20221005T185953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221005T190039Z
UID:10001175-1665678600-1665687600@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Orientation to Ontario: in Tigrinya
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, October 12 and Thursday\, October 13\n4:30pm – 7:00pm (both days) \nJoin us online for a workshop focused on learning valuable information about Ontario and the Guelph community! Topics will include: Getting to Know Canada and Ontario\, Living in Your New Community\, Education and Training\, Working and Business\, Money and Personal Finances\, and People and the Environment. Topics will be chosen by the participants. \nView PDF flyer     ENGLISH     TIGRINYA \nEveryone is welcome\, including visitors to Canada! This workshop will be delivered in Tigrinya. \nTo register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEpceGhrDwqH9K5VeA45n_3BQJnXC_-xniM \nFor questions or help registering\, contact Nahom Tekle by email: O2OISGW@is-gw.ca or call/text 226-332-0784
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/orientation-to-ontario-in-tigrinya-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Orientation to Ontario
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221012T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221012T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123222
CREATED:20221005T185712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221005T185800Z
UID:10001172-1665592200-1665601200@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Orientation to Ontario: In Tigrinya
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, October 12 and Thursday\, October 13\n4:30pm – 7:00pm (both days) \nJoin us online for a workshop focused on learning valuable information about Ontario and the Guelph community! Topics will include: Getting to Know Canada and Ontario\, Living in Your New Community\, Education and Training\, Working and Business\, Money and Personal Finances\, and People and the Environment. Topics will be chosen by the participants. \nView PDF flyer     ENGLISH     TIGRINYA \nEveryone is welcome\, including visitors to Canada! This workshop will be delivered in Tigrinya. \nTo register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEpceGhrDwqH9K5VeA45n_3BQJnXC_-xniM \nFor questions or help registering\, contact Nahom Tekle by email: O2OISGW@is-gw.ca or call/text 226-332-0784
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/orientation-to-ontario-in-tigrinya/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Orientation to Ontario
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220917T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123222
CREATED:20220815T193952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T215516Z
UID:10001375-1663408800-1663416000@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Newcomer Orientation Week - John F. Ross
DESCRIPTION:New to Canada? Enrolled in High School?\nCome and meet Guelph’s Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) at our Newcomer Orientation Week events. \nYouth peer leaders and SWIS workers have organized activities to help newcomer students: \n\nlearn about getting around the school\nconnect with other newcomer families\, peer leaders\, and friends\nlearn about resources available in schools and the wider community\n\nRefreshments to be provided! \nView PDF flyer. \nEvent takes place at:\nJohn F. Ross  Saturday\, September 17\, 10:00am to 12:00pm \nFor more information or help to register\, contact:\nMegan at 519-831-1281 or mbotha@is-gw.ca\nNahom at 226-332-0784 or ntekle@is-gw.ca
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/newcomer-orientation-week-john-f-ross/
LOCATION:John F. Ross CVI\, 21 Meyer Drive\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1E 4H1
CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220913T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220913T180000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123222
CREATED:20220815T193842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T220220Z
UID:10001374-1663084800-1663092000@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Newcomer Orientation Week - Our Lady of Lourdes
DESCRIPTION:New to Canada? Enrolled in High School?\nCome and meet Guelph’s Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) at our Newcomer Orientation Week events. \nYouth peer leaders and SWIS workers have organized activities to help newcomer students: \n\nlearn about getting around the school\nconnect with other newcomer families\, peer leaders\, and friends\nlearn about resources available in schools and the wider community\n\nRefreshments to be provided! \nView PDF flyer. \nEvent takes place at:\nOur Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School  Tuesday\, September 13\, 3:00pm to 5:00pm \nFor more information or help to register\, contact:\nNahom at 226-332-0784 or ntekle@is-gw.ca\nMegan at 519-831-1281 or mbotha@is-gw.ca
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/newcomer-orientation-week-our-lady-of-lourdes/
LOCATION:Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School\, 54 Westmount Rd.\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 5H7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220428T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220428T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123222
CREATED:20220411T204618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T190535Z
UID:10001302-1651161600-1651165200@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Summer Camp for Children in Guelph (WCDSB)
DESCRIPTION:During this information session\, for Wellington Catholic District School Board families\, we will talk about: \n\navailable summer camps in Guelph (The City of Guelph\, YMCA of Three Rivers\, Royal City Soccer Club\, The Guelph Outdoor School\, etc.)\nfinancial assistance for summer camp\n\nView PDF flyer. \nTo register\, please fill the form below. \nFor more information\, contact Nahom at 226-332-0784 or ntekle@is-gw.ca
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/summer-camp-for-children-in-guelph-wcdsb/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220419T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123222
CREATED:20220411T205247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T205934Z
UID:10001303-1650384000-1650387600@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Kids Ride Free Program - Guelph Transit
DESCRIPTION:During this online\, information session we will talk about: \n\nwhat is the “Kids Ride for Free” program\nwho is offering it\nwho can apply/who is eligible\nhow to apply\nany fees involved\nwho to contact for more information\nhow the SWIS team can help\n\nView PDF flyer. \nTo register\, please fill the form below. \nFor more information\, contact Nahom at 226-332-0784 or ntekle@is-gw.ca
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/kids-ride-free-program-guelph-transit/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220217T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220217T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T123222
CREATED:20220201T210616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220201T211500Z
UID:10000816-1645113600-1645117200@is-gw.ca
SUMMARY:Internet and Social Media Safety
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn more about keeping your kids safe online?\nJoin our SWIS team and guest speakers from the Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit\, Guelph Police Service to learn about interacting safely online and in social media. \nDuring this online session we will talk about: \n\nParenting tweens/ teens in a digital world\nInternet or Cyber Safety\nGuelph Police and ICE unit\n\nGuest speakers:\nDetective Constable Brian Gemin\nDetective Constable Hugh Currie \nView PDF flyer. \nTo register\, please fill the form below. \nFor more information contact Nahom at 226-332-0784 or ntekle@is-gw.ca
URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/internet-and-social-media-safety/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:SWIS Information Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="Nahom Tekle":MAILTO:ntekle@is-gw.ca
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