Online Programming
Welcome Inside: Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre
OnlineBringing Peterborough to You…Virtually! Join us for a behind the scenes tour of the Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre to learn about Ontario's native turtles and see inside the hospital that treats injured turtles before releasing them back into the wild. Stick around after the tour for the English Conversation Group. This is a great opportunity for…
Storytelling & Community Radio for Newcomers Workshop Series
OnlineAre you interested in learning how to make radio? This 6-session workshop series provides hands-on training in storytelling and technical skills in radio production. Recording devices and gear will be provided to all participants for free. Learn how to develop and share stories about yourself and your experiences on the radio through storytelling and audio…
National Indigenous People’s Day – Discussion with Dominique O’Bonsawin and Beading Check-In
OnlineThis year, in honour of National Indigenous People's Day, the New Canadians Centre is committed to learning more about Indigenous culture. We have partnered with Cedarlilie Bead Shop, owned and operated by Dominique O'Bonsawin, an Abenaki and French-Canadian artist, to bring you a Community Art Project to bead strawberry pins. In many Indigenous cultures, the strawberry is known as…
Welcome Inside: Peterborough City Hall
OnlineBringing Peterborough to You…Virtually! Join us for a behind the scenes tour of City Hall with City Clerk, John Kennedy. You will have a chance to see inside the city hall including the Council Chamber and other key places. We'll also learn about how Peterborough City is run and how our taxes are used. Stick…
WHMIS Training & Certification (Arabic)
OnlineComplete your WHMIS Certification Online! Many employers require WHMIS certification. The NCC is offering a training workshop and certification delivered in Arabic for interested clients of the New Canadians Centre. A certificate will be provided at the end of the training to clients who pass the test. This training & certification will be done online…
Home-Based Business Incubator (HOBBI) Training Program
OnlineAre you a newcomer woman? Do you have a home-based business idea in mind? This program can help you transform your ideas into a business! Over 10-weeks from May to July, you will be engaged in training on business topics in addition to mentorship & ongoing support for the remainder of the year. Training topics…
Canadian Citizenship Test Preparation Course (10-weeks)
OnlineAre you waiting to take the Canadian Citizenship Test? Let’s Help You Prepare! This 10-part series is open to Permanent Residents who have already applied for Canadian Citizenship and awaiting their Citizenship Test. During this series, we will review the various sections of the test and work through practice tests together. We will follow the…
Summer English Conversation Group
OnlinePractice your English while meeting new people! The Summer English Conversation Groups are open to all English language levels. This is an opportunity to improve your English speaking & listening skills through friendly conversation while meeting new people and learning more about life in Canada. This group is open to clients of the New Canadians…
First Time Voters Information Session
OnlineFirst time voting in Canadian Elections? Let's walk you through the process. During this info-session, you will learn about the process of voting in Canada, where to cast your vote, and what you can expect on election day. Facilitated by representatives from Elections Canada. This info-session will be facilitated online via Zoom and is open…
Canadian Citizenship Application Process Information Sessiom
OnlineAre you a permanent resident of Canada and looking to become a Canadian Citizen? During this info-session, you will learn about the eligibility requirements for Canadian Citizenship and the application process. This info-session will be hosted on Zoom and facilitated by Carmela Valles Immigration Consulting. It is open to newcomers in Peterborough and Northumberland regions.…