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International 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 MoreCreating Welcoming Communities in Challenging Times: Standing Strong Through Education and Awareness
The world is an unsettled place right now. In many countries, the political climate has shifted. Attitudes are hardening towards immigration and inclusion. Misinformation and disinformation fuel hate, propaganda and…
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 MoreVolunteer Spotlight – Sid Vasudeva
Meet Sid Vasudeva! Volunteer Role/Position(s): Administrative Volunteer, Refugee Support Team Leader/Member and Special Events Volunteer.Volunteering Since: 2021.Languages: English and Urdu (and Some Arabic). At the New Canadians Centre, our volunteers make an incredible impact every day. This…
Read MoreCommunity Interpretation Training (Nov2023-Feb2024)
The New Canadians Centre is offering a 12-week Community Interpretation Training program starting mid-November 2023. Please join the information session on Wednesday, October 11, from 7:00 to 8:00pm if you are…
Read MoreCultural Fusions
To celebrate multiculturalism in Peterborough, we have created Cultural Fusions, a series of six videos showcasing different cultures and traditions through dance and music performances. Cultural Fusion brings dancers and…
Read MoreNational Indigenous History Month & National Indigenous Peoples Day
In Canada, June is dedicated to National Indigenous History Month, providing a valuable occasion to delve into the distinctive cultures, traditions, and experiences of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples.…
Read MoreWorld Refugee Day 2023: Healing and Hope for Canada’s Newcomers
Every year on June 20th, the world comes together to observe World Refugee Day. It is a day dedicated to raising awareness about the challenges faced by refugees around the…
Read MoreInternational 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 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…
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