New Canadians Centre

"Clear Writing" Workshop
2025-05-09 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto) | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
Do you want to improve your writing skills?

Do you create handouts, brochures or web content?Do you write reports to share with a diverse audience?Would you like to make your content more accessible?

Clear Writing is about the way you communicate in writing. It’s about the

language you use

format of your document

design of your document

Clear Writing connects directly with your audience. It says what you mean, simply and clearly. It can be used for all the writing you do.

Workshop Outcomes

From this workshop, you will

have a better understanding of the Clear Writing guidelines

have the tools to use Clear Writing in your day-to-day work

be able to help with next steps – working on internal and external documents for multiple audiences, consider Clear Writing policies, style guides, etc.

Facilitator: Jeimy Martinez Soto, Partnership CoordinatorAdult Basic Education Association

Registration is required by Monday, May 5. Please click here to register!

In-person attendance is preferred, however, we can arrange for you to join us online if that is not possible.

There is a limit of 40 spaces in-person. Participants joining online will receive a digital copy of the slide deck and the Clear Writing checklist.

Organised by the Peterborough Immigration Partnership

Launch of Peterborough-Nogojiwanong Workplace Inclusion Charter
2025-10-09 11:00 - 15:00
Join us for the launch of the Peterborough-Nogojiwanong Workplace Inclusion Charter!

This event is for business leaders and organizations of all sizes who want to build a more welcoming and inclusive community. The Charter is a new toolkit designed to help you create a workplace where everyone feels they belong.

At the event, you’ll:

Hear from a panel of local employers about their workplace inclusion initiatives.

Learn how you can get involved with the Charter

Step into the shoes of newcomers as they navigate the challenges of learning a new language and settling in. This hands-on session will provide you with practical, actionable strategies to support them on their journey.

We will provide a light lunch.

Employer Speakers:

Denise McCracken, Board of Directors, Showplace Performance Centre Jennifer McKeiver, Human Resources Manager, Dynacast Kathy Song, Co-Owner, Milk + TeaLindy Finlan, General Manager, 4th Line Theatre Madison Beausoleil, Office Coordinator, Alternatives Community Program Services

Workshop: In the Shoes of a Language Learner, New Canadians Centre Community Training Program

This experiential workshop aims to provide participants with insights into the challenges faced by newcomers who are learning a new language while settling into a new country.

Through interactive activities and scenarios, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the language learning journey and learn practical strategies for engaging newcomers whose first language is not English. This workshop includes an experiential element, activities, resource sharing, and small and large group discussion.Please note that we have up to 2 spots available per organization or business and will send you a confirmation email shortly to secure your registration.

Register here

Please contact Michelle Nguyen at michelle@nccpeterborough.ca if you have any questions.

Thank you to our sponsors for this event:

Community Futures Peterborough

United Way of Peterborough & District

Workforce Development Board

Trent & Fleming International Day
2025-11-18 16:00 - 19:00
Dear International Students,

Join Trent International and Fleming International on Tuesday, November 18th, from 4-6 pm for a meet-and-greet event for students from both post-secondary institutions, held at the New Canadians Centre (221 Romaine St), Friendship Room.

Come and meet other international students, immerse yourself in fun activities, learn about other support services available to you and enjoy free food.

This is an event you won’t want to miss! Scan the link to register for the event.
