Newcomer Leadership Group members collaborate to build an online community for newcomers in Peterborough
In our commitment to making equity and inclusion our way of life, we set out to help newcomers and refugees to navigate opportunities to be leaders in the community. We brought…
Read MoreNewcomer Women Incubate their Business Ideas
“Nothing is too hard to start.” These words shared by Bahar Akbari exemplify the optimism and motivation shared by the newcomer women participants of the Home-Based Business Incubator (HOBBI) program.…
Read MoreLessons From the Land: New Canadians Centre invites Community to Join in Day of Reflection On July 1
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Lessons From the Land New Canadians Centre invites Community to Join in Day of Reflection On July 1 PETERBOROUGH – This July 1, the New Canadians Centre…
Read MoreMedia Release: New Canadians Centre Celebrates Canadian Multiculturalism Day 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New Canadians Centre Celebrates Canadian Multiculturalism Day 2021 Journeying the Cultural Landscapes of Canada PETERBOROUGH – On June 27, the New Canadians Centre will mark Canadian Multiculturalism…
Read MoreWith the community by his side, Edris makes the best of every opportunity that comes his way
On a chilly winter evening in December, Edris Mohamad arrived in Peterborough from Sudan. With the help of kind community members who left warm winter clothing and a beautiful welcome…
Read MoreHome Based Business Incubator Program Supports Aspiring Newcomer Women Entrepreneurs
June 2021 Edition of Partnership News by the Peterborough Immigration Partnership At the start of May, the New Canadians Centre launched the HOBBI (Home-Based Business Incubator) Program. The 10-week skills training program is…
Read MoreNewcomer Vaccination Clinic – Register Today!
Are you a newcomer and would like to receive the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine? Peterborough Public Health is running a Newcomer Vaccination Clinic for newcomers wishing to receive the Pfizer vaccine. Date: Saturday, June 19,…
Read MoreVolunteers and Partners Celebrated at Special Virtual Gathering
At this time of the year, we spotlight our volunteers and partners whose support has been invaluable in a year marked by uncertainty. They are the backbone of our organisation,…
Read MoreNCC & PIP Strategic Plan – We want to hear from YOU!
The New Canadians Centre (NCC) and the Peterborough Immigration Partnership (PIP) are developing new strategic plans and we want to hear from you! As a member of our community, your…
Read MoreNCC and Trent Radio partner to empower newcomers to tell their stories on the radio
“I learned that you should always tell your stories, even if you are shy. It helps you by laughing and someone can learn about your experiences” says 11-year old Jorge…
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