Community
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Living Library Plus – Aanya’s Story
Peterborough Public Library 345 Aylmer St N, Peterborough, ON, CanadaThe New Canadians Centre (NCC) Living Library aims to share human stories of immigration and integration by highlighting diverse and compelling stories of transition, settlement and belonging through personal storytelling by current and former NCC clients. Light refreshments will be served. Embracing Opportunities: A Journey from India to Canada Aanya, a grade 11 student at…
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Living Library Plus – Margot
Peterborough Public Library 345 Aylmer St N, Peterborough, ON, Canada"Shared Humanity: A Story of Immigration, Justice, and Hope" Margot Van Sluytman moved to Canada from Georgetown, Guyana, with her family when she was seven years old, just two months before her eighth birthday. Seeking better opportunities and a safer environment, her parents chose Scarborough, Ontario, as their new home. Nine years later, the safety…
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NCC Office Closed
We are closed today due to the ice storm and loss of power. Hoping that you are staying safe and warm.
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Northumberland Volunteer Recruitment
New Canadians Centre - Northumberland Office 600 William St., Cobourg, ON, CanadaLooking to make a meaningful impact? Reach out to our Volunteer Administrator today to get involved! We are currently looking for volunteers to: To support you in this role, we’ll be hosting a volunteer orientation session. This session will cover the basics of our Volunteer Program, the steps to becoming a volunteer English Tutor or…
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Youth Cultural Expo
New Canadians Centre 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, CanadaAs part of National Youth Week, the New Canadians Centre's Young Leaders group are hosting a cultural expo, where youth share their culture with the community! There will be cultural booths where you can learn more about different cultures and make your way around the world, one taste test at a time. There will be…
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Red Dress Day
Today, we honour the lives of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People (MMIWG2S). Red dresses, often seen hanging in public spaces, symbolize the absence and loss experienced by families and communities across the country. They are also a powerful call to action—a reminder that more must be done to ensure justice, safety,…
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Mother’s Day Celebration
New Canadians Centre 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, CanadaWe’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Mother’s Day celebration! It is a special time for us to honor and appreciate the incredible strength, love, and care of mothers. Join us for a delicious lunch, fun games, and live music to lift our spirits. Open to women-identifying newcomers. You do not need to be a mother to attend this…
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Spring Giveaway Drop-off Day
New Canadians Centre 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, CanadaLocation: NCC Large Auditorium, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough Join us for the Spring Giveaway event! We are excited to offer gently used items to the community, and we need your help to make it a success. We are accepting the following donations: Please Note: Your donations will help make a difference in our community, so…
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Spring Giveaway Day
New Canadians Centre 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, CanadaJoin us for the Spring Giveaway event! Please come by to pick out gently-used items that you need. There will be a selection of clothing and kitchen items. Please bring your shopping bags to help you bring those items home. All free! For more information, please contact Marisa at [email protected]
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Let’s Plant – Northumberland Women’s Group
New Canadians Centre - Northumberland Office 600 William St., Cobourg, ON, CanadaSpring is here, and planting is a great activity to enjoy together!Join our women's group this month as we plant together with guidance from our facilitator, Thelma Dillon. No experience needed, we’ll provide all materials. Afterwards, enjoy coffee and sweets with us! Registration is required! Contact Anna Albouni at: [email protected](905) 519-3472
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