Community
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Refugee Support Orientation
Peterborough Public Library 345 Aylmer St N, Peterborough, ON, CanadaWe would like to invite you, your friends, family, and anyone that may be interested in joining the NCC as volunteers to a special gathering on Sunday, January 21. The gathering will be split into 2 portions. Refugee Support Info Session 1:00 - 2:30pm Refugee Support Team Match-up 2:30 - 4:00 pm During the Info Session, Volunteer Administrator Sara Shahsavari will be…
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Living Library Plus – Bhisham
Peterborough Public Library 345 Aylmer St N, Peterborough, ON, CanadaWe are partnering with the Peterborough Public Library to deliver the “Living Library Plus” program. This month, we welcome Bhisham from Trinidad and Tobago for a storytelling evening. He will share his journey enriched with stories in 3 countries, 5 cities, and 11 houses. Come and join the potluck with Trinidad Chocolate as the featured…
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“Our Neighbourhood” Video Series Launch
Ivy Event Space 164 Hunter Street West, Peterborough, Ontario, CanadaWe are excited to invite you to the launch of "Our Neighbourhood," a video series that delves into the unique stories, experiences, and journeys of newcomers who have become an integral part of the vibrant tapestry of Peterborough. Registration is required. To register, please visit https://bit.ly/ourneighbourhoodlaunch After 8pm, this event will become a part of…
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“Time to Get Organized”
New Canadians Centre 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, CanadaTo receive the materials from this workshop, please contact Michelle Nguyen, PIP Officer at [email protected] People often come together to respond to a common need. Such informal groups can accomplish amazing things but can do so much more when they become more formally organized. This hour-long workshop will explore the advantages of incorporation and decisions…
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Collecting for Spring New-to-You Giveaway
St. James United Church 221 Romaine St., Peterborough, ON, CanadaWe are looking for donations of gently-used items for our Spring Giveaway. Donations can be dropped off at the NCC on Friday April 12 between 10am and 5pm. The Giveaway will be held on Saturday, April 13, between 10am and 1pm, for newcomers in the Peterborough region. Items left after the Giveaway will be donated…
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Soup and Salsa
St. James United Church 221 Romaine St., Peterborough, ON, CanadaSoup will be provided (vegan options available). There will be chips and salsa, dessert, and an exciting evening of salsa music and dancing. Join us for a night of Salsa Dancing and hot soup! Experience is not necessary. Amarilis Rivero Garcia, Fitness Instructor of Amarilis Cuban Dance & Fitness, will show you all the moves!…
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Health Fair for Newcomers to Canada
St. James United Church 221 Romaine St., Peterborough, ON, CanadaFree! Detailed information in English, Spanish and Arabic available here All newcomers welcome! For more information, please contact Marisa Kaczmarczyk at [email protected], 705-743-0882. Organised by Peterborough Immigration Partnership members:
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Living Library Plus: Patricia Orantes
Peterborough Public Library 345 Aylmer St N, Peterborough, ON, CanadaWe are partnering with the Peterborough Public Library to deliver the Living Library Plus program. This month, we welcome Patricia from El Salvador for a storytelling evening. She will share her story "A Leap of Faith..." - A Journey of Love, Hardship, and Resilience". Come and join the potluck with Sesame Seed as the featured…
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“Multicultural Festival” presented by NCC Young Leaders
New Canadians Centre 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, CanadaTo mark National Youth Week, NCC's Young Leaders are organising a Multicultural Festival. There will be a cultural exhibition, talent show and raffle. Please come and support the youth! Everyone is welcome to attend. All activities are organised by newcomer youth in our community. For more information, please contact Aanya Sharma [email protected] or Lubna Sadek…
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“Meet Your Match” Volunteer Fair
YMCA 123 Aylmer St S, Peterborough, ON, Canadajoin Volunteer Peterborough for the inaugural Meet Your Match Volunteer Fair! This event will bring together 40 agencies and hundreds of volunteers seeking places to donate their time and talents. Find an organization you are interested in volunteering with and meet their team. We have designed this event to bring in people during their lunch…
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