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International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination: Taking Action for a More Inclusive Future
March 21 is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, a global call to address racism, discrimination, and systemic inequities. Established by the United Nations, this day commemorates…
Read MoreInternational Women’s Day: Advancing Equality and Peace
March 8 marks International Women’s Day (IWD) and the United Nations Day for Women’s Rights and International Peace. It is a time to recognize the achievements of women around the…
Read MoreSpotlight on Newcomers
Our executive director, Andy Cragg, discusses NCC’s role in supporting immigrants and newcomers and helping to make Peterborough a welcoming community on OMNI Television’s New Canadians program. We were proud…
Read MoreSurvey of Immigrant Needs 2025
Are you a newcomer to Canada living in the Peterborough, Northumberland, Kawartha, or Haliburton regions?The Peterborough Immigration Partnership (PIP) wants to hear from you! We are excited to announce the…
Read MoreThe BITS Program: Breaking into the Sector
Build Your Skills BIT by BIT: A New Opportunity in Construction and Manufacturing Are you looking to break into the construction and manufacturing sectors? The BITS Program: Breaking into the…
Read MoreOpportunities can transform lives – Esther’s Story
It is an emergency, and you must flee.To move quickly, you must leave someone behind.Which child would it be? This is a decision no one should have to make. But…
Read MoreJob Posting: Director of Fundraising and Communications
The Director of Fundraising and Communications provides strategic leadership of the organisation’s fundraising & communications, including development of fundraising and communications strategies, in collaboration with the Executive Team and Board…
Read MoreBringing People Together: Peterborough Concert Band Fundraiser Supports the New Canadians Centre
September 19, 2024 – For immediate release As the New Canadians Centre (NCC) sees an exponential increase in the need for its services, the Peterborough Concert Band (PCB) is joining…
Read MoreHonoring Survivors and Remembering the Past
September 30th is a significant day in Canada, marked by two important observances: Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Orange Shirt Day began as a…
Read MoreCelebrating the Power of Youth: International Youth Day 2024
Every year on August 12, the world unites to celebrate International Youth Day, recognizing the immense potential and impact of the younger generation. Youth, often defined as individuals between the…
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