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:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20210101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240509T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240509T160000 DTSTAMP:20260426T115044 CREATED:20240422T173217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T174014Z UID:10003016-1715265000-1715270400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Traffic Laws in Ontario DESCRIPTION:As a driver in our community\, you must know the traffic laws and driving practices that help traffic move safely. \nAt this online session\, we’re pleased to have guest speaker Constable Paul Hinchliffe\, Community Resource Officer\, Guelph Police Service\, with us to talk about Traffic Laws in Ontario. \nJoin us online\, using Zoom\, to learn about: \n\nDrinking & driving\nSeatbelts\nSpeeding & demerit points\nWhat to do if the police stop you\nBicycle safety\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Monday\, May 6\, and be sure to fill in the interpretation question on the registration form. \nNeed help with technology? Let us know\, we can help! \nFor more information\, contact Nuhad at 519-836-2222\, ext. 236 or nabdal@is-gw.ca \n  \n\n\n \n \n Traffic Laws in Ontario\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 is available\, based on need. Please let us know your language.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/traffic-laws-in-ontario/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nuhad Abdal":MAILTO:nabdal@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240307T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240307T153000 DTSTAMP:20260426T115044 CREATED:20240227T192033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T192354Z UID:10002643-1709820000-1709825400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:The Strong Woman Investor DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom\, to learn about the power of woman and investing. \nWe’re pleased to have guest speaker Carol Skillen\, CPA\, CGA present this session.\nAfter retiring from a 25-year career at Canada Revenue Agency\, Carol began volunteering with CPA Canada\, presenting financial literacy sessions. She conducts these CPA Financial Literacy sessions because of her belief that everyone should possess the set of skills and knowledge that allows them to make informed and effective decisions with all of their financial resources. Or\, at least\, to have enough knowledge to know when they should ask more questions! \nAt this session we will talk about: \n\nThe power of women and investing\nMoney habits for long-term stability\nConsiderations to investing – my options for for managing money\nDifferent types of investments\nTax implications\nPlanning for retirement\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register as soon as possible.\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 Nuhad at 519-836-2222\, ext. 236 or nabdal@is-gw.ca \n  \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/the-strong-woman-investor/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nuhad Abdal":MAILTO:nabdal@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231129T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231129T153000 DTSTAMP:20260426T115045 CREATED:20231113T213211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T213619Z UID:10002372-1701266400-1701271800@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Managing Your Money before it Manages You DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom\, to talk about tips for managing your money with guest speaker Heather Walsh\, CPA. \nWe will talk about: \n\nTips for saving\nKeeping track of ‘invisible’ spending\n\nand more! \nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Friday\, November 24. \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 Nuhad at 519-836-2222\, ext. 236 or nabdal@is-gw.ca \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone Number(Required)Email(Required)\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n What is your immigration status?(Required)\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 Are you familiar with the online platform Zoom?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No. I would like help to set this up.\n Do you need language interpretation?Interpretation can be provided\, based on need. Please type your language below.Consent(Required) Yes\, I 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.CAPTCHA URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/managing-your-money-before-it-manages-you/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nuhad Abdal":MAILTO:nabdal@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230830T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230830T150000 DTSTAMP:20260426T115045 CREATED:20230731T154006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T154550Z UID:10002105-1693404000-1693407600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Strategies for Saving Your Money DESCRIPTION:Saving your money is an easy concept\, but difficult in reality. \nJoin us online\, using Zoom\, to learn strategies for saving your money. We will talk about: \n\nLearning how to save more to pay down debt\nUnderstanding that saving and a reduction in spending often go together to achieve success\nStarting to invest in the future to realize goals and dreams\n\nFor this session\, we are pleased to welcome guest speaker Heather Walsh\, CPA. \nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Friday\, August 25. \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 Nuhad at 519-836-2222\, ext. 236 or nabdal@is-gw.ca \n  \n\n \n \n Financial Literacy for Newcomers: Managing Your Money\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone Number(Required)Email(Required)\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n What is your immigration status?(Required)\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 Are you familiar with the online platform Zoom?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No. I would like help to set this up.\n Do you need language interpretation?Interpretation can be provided\, based on need. Please type your language below.Consent(Required) Yes\, I 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.CAPTCHA URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/strategies-for-saving-your-money/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nuhad Abdal":MAILTO:nabdal@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230825T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230825T153000 DTSTAMP:20260426T115045 CREATED:20230525T185414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T174208Z UID:10001991-1692972000-1692977400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Adapting to Canadian Culture DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom to learn about Adapting to Canadian Culture. \nThe session will be presented by Wafa Ben Mahmoud\, child and youth care practitioner\, community activist\nand founder/coordinator of Matab for Empowering Youth. \nTopics to be discussed will include: \n\nCanadian culture\, values\, and beliefs\nStages of adaptation\nBarriers to healthy adaptation\nHints and tips for healthy adaptation\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Monday\, August 21. \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 Nuhad at 519-836-2222\, ext. 236 or nabdal@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/adapting-to-canadian-culture-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nuhad Abdal":MAILTO:nabdal@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230719T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230719T153000 DTSTAMP:20260426T115045 CREATED:20230626T195722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T135858Z UID:10002012-1689775200-1689780600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:New Baby Registration DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom to learn about how and why to register the birth of a new baby. \nWe will talk about the 5-in-1 Newborn Bundle online application. With this one application you can: \n\nRegister your child’s birth\nApply for a birth certificate\nApply for a Social Insurance Number (SIN)\nApply for Canada child benefits (including the Ontario-specific child benefits)\nRequest an Education Savings Referral\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Friday\, July 14.\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 Nuhad at 519-836-2222\, ext. 236 or nabdal@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/new-baby-registration/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nuhad Abdal":MAILTO:nabdal@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230519T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230519T153000 DTSTAMP:20260426T115045 CREATED:20230508T150056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T193241Z UID:10001988-1684504800-1684510200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Parental Self Care DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom to learn about Parental Self Care. \nThe session will be presented by Wafa Ben Mahmoud\, child and youth care practitioner\, community activist and founder/coordinator of Matab for Empowering Youth. \nWe will talk about: \n\nWhat is self care?\nWhy is self care important for everyone\, especially parents/caregivers\nSelf care tips and ideas for parents/caregivers\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Tuesday\, May 16. \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 Nuhad at 519-836-2222\, ext. 236 or nabdal@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/parental-self-care-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nuhad Abdal":MAILTO:nabdal@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230427T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230427T173000 DTSTAMP:20260426T115045 CREATED:20230403T174806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T175018Z UID:10001981-1682611200-1682616600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Wills and Powers of Attorney DESCRIPTION:Join us in person at ISGW or online\, using Zoom to learn about wills and powers of attorney. \nOur guest speaker: Francis Valeriote\, B.A\, LLB\, SV Law \nWe will talk about: \n\nHow and where to make a will\nThe cost of making a will\nWhat is “power of attorney”?\nHow to make a power of attorney\nWhat is your “estate”?\nEstate administration – with or without a will\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Monday\, April 24 and be sure to complete the interpretation section of the registration form. \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 Nuhad at 519-836-2222\, ext. 236 or nabdal@is-gw.ca \n  \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/wills-and-powers-of-attorney/ LOCATION:ISGW Office\, 104 Dawson Road\, Unit 102\, Guelph\, Ontario\, N1H 1A6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nuhad Abdal":MAILTO:nabdal@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220818T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220818T153000 DTSTAMP:20260426T115045 CREATED:20220727T192120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T150841Z UID:10000990-1660831200-1660836600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Protecting Yourself from Fraud and Scams DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom\, to learn about different types of scams\, how to recognize them and crime reporting. Bring your questions! \nWe’re pleased to have guest speakers: \nBrooke Drake\, Detective Constable #1014\, Investigative Services\, Fraud Unit\, Guelph Police Service\nand Sarah Bowers-Peter\, Program Coordinator\, Crime Stoppers Guelph Wellington \nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Monday\, August 15.\nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom?\nLet us know\, we can help! \nTo register\, fill the form below. \nFor more information\, contact Nuhad at 519-836-2222\, ext. 236 or nabdal@is-gw.ca \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/protecting-yourself-from-fraud-and-scams/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nuhad Abdal":MAILTO:nabdal@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220721T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220721T153000 DTSTAMP:20260426T115045 CREATED:20220704T173426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220704T173955Z UID:10001347-1658412000-1658417400@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Connecting with Your Child DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom\, to learn about Connecting with Your Child. This session will be presented by Wafa BenMahmoud\, child and youth care practitioner\, community activist and founder/coordinator of Matab for Empowering Youth. \nDiscussion topics will include: \n\nhaving difficult conversations with children/youth\nstereotypes/stigma around difficult conversations\ntraditional male/female roles and navigating different cultures at home and outside\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Monday\, July 18.\nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom?\nLet us know\, we can help! \nTo register\, fill the form below. \nFor more information contact Nuhad at 519-836-2222\, ext. 236 or nabdal@is-gw.ca \nThank you for your interest in this session. Registration is now closed. URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/connecting-with-your-child/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nuhad Abdal":MAILTO:nabdal@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220714T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220714T153000 DTSTAMP:20260426T115045 CREATED:20220704T170600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T192300Z UID:10001346-1657807200-1657812600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Parental Self-Care DESCRIPTION:Join us online\, using Zoom\, to learn about Parental Self-Care. This session will be presented by Wafa BenMahmoud\, child and youth care practitioner\, community activist and founder/coordinator of Matab for Empowering Youth. \nDiscussion topics will include: \n\nWhat is Self-Care?\nWhy Self-Care is important for everyone\, especially parents/caregivers.\nSelf-Care tips and ideas for parents/caregivers\n\nView PDF flyer. \nLanguage interpretation is available\, based on need. Please register by Monday\, July 11.\nDo you want to attend but don’t have a device? Need help with Zoom?\nLet us know\, we can help! \nTo register\, fill the form below. \nFor more information contact Nuhad at 519-836-2222\, ext. 236 or nabdal@is-gw.ca \n  URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/parental-self-care/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nuhad Abdal":MAILTO:nabdal@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220623T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220623T153000 DTSTAMP:20260426T115045 CREATED:20220606T151741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220606T152237Z UID:10001311-1655992800-1655998200@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Wills and Power of Attorney DESCRIPTION:Join us for this online\, Zoom session. Information about the key elements of a will and power of attorney will be presented by guest speaker\, MIN JIN\, BA Hons\, JD\, Barrister & Solicitor. \nDiscussion topics include: \n\nhow and where to prepare a will\,\ncosts associated with the preparation of a will\,\npreparation and use of powers of attorney\,\nthe administration of estates with or without a will.\n\nView PDF flyer. \nTo register\, please fill the form below. \nFor more information\, contact Nuhad at 519-836-2222\, ext. 236 or nabdal@is-gw.ca URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/wills-and-power-of-attorney/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nuhad Abdal":MAILTO:nabdal@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220519T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220519T143000 DTSTAMP:20260426T115045 CREATED:20220421T232044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220421T232734Z UID:10000904-1652965200-1652970600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Adapting to Canadian Culture - Time Management DESCRIPTION:Join us online via Zoom for this workshop. \nTopics to be discussed include: \n\nthe benefits of time management\ntime management tools\n\nPresenter : Yasmin Holoubi\, Community Connections Specialist\, ISGW \nView PDF flyer. \nTo register\, please fill the form below. \nFor more information\, contact Nuhad at 519-836-2222\, ext. 236 or nabdal@is-gw.ca URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/adapting-to-canadian-culture-time-management/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nuhad Abdal":MAILTO:nabdal@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220407T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220407T150000 DTSTAMP:20260426T115045 CREATED:20220401T225807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220401T234939Z UID:10001297-1649338200-1649343600@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Healthy Women\, Healthy Families DESCRIPTION:Join us online via Zoom for this workshop. \nTopics to be discussed include: \n\nWomen’s sexual & reproductive care\nSafer intimate relationships & family planning\n\nPresenter : Ratidzai Mafumhe\, Women’s Community Development Coordinator-ARCH \nView PDF flyer. \nTo register\, please fill the form below. \nFor more information\, contact Nuhad at 519-836-2222\, ext. 236 or nabdal@is-gw.ca URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/healthy-women-healthy-families/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nuhad Abdal":MAILTO:nabdal@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211111T133000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211111T150000 DTSTAMP:20260426T115045 CREATED:20211103T213337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211105T184632Z UID:10001195-1636637400-1636642800@is-gw.ca SUMMARY:Adapting to Canadian Culture DESCRIPTION:Join us online via Zoom to learn why adapting is hard for newcomers and why is important to adapt. Our guest speaker will be Rufaida Muhammed\, BSW\, MSW. The session is being offered in partnership with ARCH. \nTopics to be discussed will include: \n\nCanadian culture\, values\, and beliefs\nstages of adaptation\nbarriers to healthy adaptation\nhints and tips for healthy adaptation\n\nView PDF flyer. \nTo register\, fill the form below. \nQuestions? Contact Nuhad at 519-836-2222\, ext. 236 or nabdal@is-gw.ca URL:https://is-gw.ca/event/adapting-to-canadian-culture/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Information Sessions ORGANIZER;CN="Nuhad Abdal":MAILTO:nabdal@is-gw.ca END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR