International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
March 21st is International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. This day recognizes that the injustices and prejudices fueled by racial discrimination take place every day. The United Nations…
Read MoreInformation for Ukrainians Coming to Canada
Are you new to Canada? Our team is happy to help you! Please contact us to make an appointment so that we can share resources related to employment, immigration, financial…
Read MoreCommunity Interpretation Training (Feb-April 2023)
The New Canadians Centre is offering a 10-week Community Interpretation Training program starting early February 2023. Please join the information session on Tuesday January 17 from 7:00 to 8:00pm if…
Read More“Because you helped us, now we can help others”
“The conductor wouldn’t turn the lights on when it got dark. We all knew why.But all the children on the train, how must it feel like for them?” Liza Maslova…
Read MoreCitizenship: beyond a status, a feeling of belonging!
Becoming a Canadian Citizen is a dream for most newcomers in Canada. Thanks to our dedicated staff team and volunteers, many of our clients have been able to make this…
Read MoreFall Harvest Potluck, Sharing More Than a Meal
Last month we hosted our Fall Harvest Potluck, where over 120 people joined us, bringing with them a dish to share and a lot of joy. There was cheerful noise…
Read MoreIs Leaving A Gift In Your Will For You
Like you, we can’t stop thinking about what the future might look like. More importantly, about HOW we can help build a better-looking future for the generations to come. Creating…
Read MoreHow Will You Keep Your Love Going?
Through all the challenges of the last two years, we have never stopped working. COVID has provided us all with a glimpse of what it feels like when we can’t…
Read MoreLocal quiltmakers donate handmade quilts to Ukrainian families as a sign of hope, peace and welcome
This summer, the Kawartha Quiltmakers’ Guild contacted the New Canadians Centre about making some quilts to gift to new Ukrainian families. They were inspired by American quilt designer Pat Sloan…
Read More19-year-old Alina looks forward to building a life in Canada
Growing up in Ukraine, a now 19-year-old Alina loved watching animated films and doing art. Both quickly became expressive and stress-relieving activities for Alina and ones she could get lost…
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