Trip to "Our Home" Concert
2024-05-26 15:00 - 18:00 (America/Toronto) | Emmanuel United Church, 534 George St N, Peterborough, Ontario, K9H 3S2, Canada
Enjoy beautiful music performed by local children and youth!

The Peterborough Children’s Chorus will sing songs about “Our Home” and what it means to belong to a community. The concert will feature a reading and songs inspired by the “Building A Home” children’s book written by Casandra Lee and commissioned by the New Canadians Centre.

This is a great activity for families with young children.

The NCC will be sponsoring some free tickets for NCC clients to attend.

When registering, please let us know the names of everyone attending and their ages. There is a maximum of 5 tickets per family.

Fruit Picking in Northumberland *CANCELLED*
2024-07-06 10:00 - 11:30 | Burnham Family Farm Market, 7760 County Rd 2, Cobourg, Ontario, K9A 0X4, Canada
Edited Jul 4: This trip has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances

Join us for a fun day of fruit picking at Burnham Family Farm Market in Cobourg!

This is a family-friendly event. Children must be accompanied by parents.

A gift card will be provided to the first 15 families who register. You can use the gift card towards your purchase.

Please register by July 3 by contacting Anna at anna@nccpeterborough.ca, (905) 519 3472.

Photo credit: Burnham Family Farm Market

Family Fun in Cobourg
2024-07-06 10:00 - 11:30 | Victoria Park, 138 Division St., Cobourg, ON, K9A 3P3, Canada
Please join us in Victoria Park near the splash pad from 10 am to 11.30 am.

We will provide pizza to share! Please bring your families and enjoy Saturday morning with us.

For more information, please contact Anna at anna@nccpeterborough.ca, (905) 519-3472.

Trip to Alderville First Nation Pow Wow *FULL*
2024-07-14 11:00 - 13:30 | New Canadians Centre – Northumberland Office, 600 William St., Cobourg, ON, K9A 5J6, Canada
Edited July 4: This trip is now full

Join us for a trip to celebrate Alderville First Nation’s 30th Annual Traditional Pow Wow!

Transportation is provided – we will meet at 600 Williams Street, Cobourg at 10:45 am.

We will cover the entry fees for all participants.

The Pow Wow will take place outdoors.

Please bring sun protection, water bottles, lawn chairs, and some cash if you would like to buy food or snacks.

Children should be accompanied by their parents.

Please register by 10 July by contacting Anna at anna@nccpeterborough.ca, (905) 519 3472.

Summer Fun Day at Lakefield College School *FULL*
2024-07-29 15:30 - 18:30 | Lakefield College School, 4391 County Rd 29, Lakefield, ON, K0L 2H0, Canada
Edited Jul 4 – this trip is now full

Join us for a fun summer afternoon at Lakefield College School!

Bring your family to try Slip’N’Slide down the hill. There will be face painting, wall climbing, and beach volleyball. You can also walk through the beautiful trails to enjoy nature.

Transportation will be provided. We will leave the New Canadians Centre at 3:00pm and return around 6:00pm.

To better enjoy this day, please bring swimming suits, close-toed shoes for the climbing wall, extra change of clothing, water bottles, sunscreen and hats.

This is a free event open to NCC clients of all ages. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Limited spots are available. Register now and save your spot! Please contact Boutheina at activities@nccpeterborough.ca.

Youth Try Rowing
2024-08-14 13:00 - 16:00 | Peterborough Rowing Club, 3599 Nassau Mills Rd., Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 6Y1, Canada
Calling newcomer youth in high school to join us for a fun and free Try Rowing Day at the Peterborough Rowing Club!

There will be instructors to help guide you and show you what rowing is like. Please wear comfortable athletic clothing that is not too loose, athletic shoes, and bring a water bottle and sun protection.

This event is for youth in high school, aged 13 – 18.

Registration required as there are limited spots available – please contact Lubna at lubna@nccpeterborough, (705) 313-3498.

Trip to Cobourg Beach
2024-08-16 10:00 - 15:00 | Cobourg Beach, 138 Division St, Cobourg, ON, Canada
*this trip will be rescheduled to August 16 because of bad weather*

Join us for a fun beach day in Cobourg and enjoy many exciting activities, including a Zumba hour!

Transportation will be provided, leaving the NCC’s Peterborough office at 9am.

We will leave Cobourg Beach at 3pm, arriving at the Peterborough office around 3:45pm.

You can also meet us at the beach if you are travelling in your own car or if you are in the Northumberland area.

Registration is required – please contact Boutheina at activities@nccpeterborough.ca, (705) 761 8305.

Youth Summer Gathering
2024-08-23 15:00 - 17:00 | Silver Bean Cafe, 130 King St, Peterborough, ON, K9H 3R9, Canada
Calling newcomer youth in high school!

The Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) team would love to see you at Silver Bean Cafe this summer.

Come join us for a gathering at Millennium Park and have a scoop of ice cream on us.

Reconnect with the SWIS team, and meet up with your newcomer friends!

Registration is not required.

Youth Trip to BGC Lindsay
2024-08-28 10:00 - 16:00 | BGC Lindsay, 107 Lindsay Street South, Lindsay, Ontario, K9V 2M5, Canada
Calling newcomer youth in high school!

Join us for a day of fun at BGC in Lindsay! There will be games, music-making in a studio, rock-climbing and more.

This is only open to newcomer students in high school aged 13 – 18 years old.

Transportation is available; we will leave from and return to NCC. The bus will leave NCC at 10am, and return to NCC at 4pm.

Please contact Lubna to register as there are limited spots available – lubna@nccpeterborough.ca, (705) 313-3498.

Hiking at Presqu'ile Provincial Park!
2024-09-07 10:00 - 13:30 | Presqu’ile Provincial Park, 328 Presqu'Ile Pkwy, Brighton, Ontario, K0K 1H0, Canada
We are excited to invite you to a day of exploration and relaxation at Presqu’ile Provincial Park!

We will hike a beautiful 1.6 km loop trail, where we will have the chance to enjoy nature and spot migrating shorebirds along the natural beach. After the hike, we will come together for a relaxing picnic.

Please remember to wear comfortable clothing and bring your lunch, snacks, and water.

Transportation is provided – we will meet at 600 Williams Street, Cobourg at 10 am.

Children should be accompanied by their parents.

Registration is required – please contact Anna at anna@nccpeterborough.ca, (905) 519-3472 by September 3.

Fall Welcome Social
2024-09-11 16:00 - 18:00 | Silver Bean Cafe, 130 King St, Peterborough, ON, K9H 3R9, Canada
Please join us for a Fall Welcome Social at the Silver Bean Cafe! Enjoy the beautiful music of Giovanni y Sus Amigos as you catch up with friends and colleagues and spend a relaxing afternoon at Millennium Park. Light refreshments will be available at the event. Feel free to pack a picnic to enjoy!

If you are new to Canada, this is a great opportunity to make new friends.

This event marks the start of Welcoming Week in Peterborough. Stay tuned for other events organized by our community partners!

Women's Group Meeting at Pink Cafe *Northumberland*
2024-09-17 12:30 - 14:00 | The Pink Cafe, 205 3rd Street Unit 6, Cobourg, Ontario, K9A 2M4, Canada
This September, join us for a nice coffee and chat!

Share ideas about activities you would like to do together during the upcoming months.

We will meet at the Pink Cafe Cobourg and enjoy their coffee and sweets.

We will provide each participant with a gift card to buy treats.

Please register with Anna by 14 September: anna@nccpeterborough.ca, (905) 519-3472.

Trip to Curve Lake Pow Wow *FULL*
2024-09-21 09:30 - 14:30 | Curve Lake First Nation, ON, Canada
Edited Sept 16: This trip is full.

You are welcome to visit the Pow Wow at your own time. You can take The Link bus that has stops between Trent University and the Curve Lake Pow Wow Grounds.

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End the summer by joining in the festivities at the annual Curve Lake Pow Wow!

A Pow Wow is a gathering that honours Indigenous culture. It is an annual event to celebrate the renewal of life, old friendships, and forming new ones.

Join us for a trip to the Curve Lake Pow Wow! Visit the many craft vendors and taste delicious traditional foods. Enjoy the traditional dancing, singing, and drumming.

This trip is open to NCC clients and their families, and volunteers accompanying clients. A bus will be provided and the cost of entry tickets will be covered.

The bus leaves the NCC Parking Lot (221 Romaine St) at 9:30am and returns at 2:30pm.

Registration Required. When registering, please let us know the names and ages of all those attending the trip.

Please contact Boutheina: activities@nccpeterborough.ca or (705) 761-8305.

This event is organized as part of Peterborough Welcoming Week 2024.

POSTPONED - Soccer Tournament
2024-09-27 00:00 - 23:59 | ON
This event will be postponed to a later date and time. Subscribe to our social media pages for more information!

Trip to Lang Pioneer Village Museum
2024-09-27 10:30 - 13:30 | Lang Pioneer Village Museum, 104 Lang Rd, Keene, ON, K0L 2G0, Canada
Join us for a trip to the Lang Pioneer Village Museum on Friday, September 27!

Travel back in time and experience Peterborough County’s history brought to life. Throughout the village, costumed interpreters will introduce you to the people, trades, and events that have shaped local history as you explore over 30 homes and businesses from the 1800s to 1910.

Details:

Departure Time (bus provided) We will leave at 10:30 AM from the NCC.

Lunch Break: We will have a lunch break at 12:00 PM at the picnic tables in the museum. Please bring your own lunchbox and drink.

Important: The museum is entirely outdoors, so please dress appropriately for the weather.

We look forward to a fun and educational day!

Registration Required – please contact Boutheina at activities@nccpeterborough.ca

Apple Picking *Northumberland*
2024-10-05 10:00 - 11:30 | Moore Orchards, 1497 Moore Orchard Rd, Cobourg, ON, K9A 4J8, Canada
Grab your basket and join us for an exciting apple picking trip at Moore Orchards in Cobourg! At the beginning of the event, each family will be offered a gift card to purchase their apples.

This is a great chance for family and community-bonding time. Experience the beauty of fall in Canada!

Children must be accompanied by their parents or guardians.

Please register by October 1. Contact Anna at anna@nccpeterborough.ca, (905) 519-3472.

Fall Hike at Tecasy Ranch
2024-10-18 13:30 - 16:00 | Tecasy Ranch, 38 Boltons Road, Buckhorn, Ontario, K0L 1J0, Canada
Come and experience the beauty of nature at Tecasy Ranch, a stunning property where you can connect with the outdoors and enjoy the vibrant fall foliage. This is a great opportunity to take in the colors of the season, relax, and recharge in the fresh air.

Please wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes.

Please bring your snacks and water

The bus will leave the NCC at 1:30 pm.

Registration is required; please contact Boutheina at activities@nccpeterborough.ca, (705) 761-8305.

Planting for the Prairie *Northumberland*
2024-10-19 10:00 - 14:00 | Hazel Bird Nature Reserve, 4639 Robson Road, Baltimore, Ontario, K0K 1C0, Canada
Let’s join the Nature Conservancy of Canada for a wonderful day of planting in the tallgrass prairie!

We will help plant plugs in sandy soil, making the digging easy and enjoyable for everyone. All necessary tools, including trowels and gloves, will be provided.

It is a simple and fun way to connect with nature and meet new people!

This event will proceed rain or shine, so please dress for the conditions: rubber boots, long layers of comfortable clothing you don’t mind getting dirty, a hat and a change of dry clothes.

Also, please bring a lunch/something to eat and water.

Registration is required – please contact Anna at anna@nccpeterborough.ca, (905) 519-3472.

We will meet at the Hazel Bird Nature Reserve. The gravel laneway at 4639 Robson Road will lead to parking at the barn.

Image credit: Nature Conservancy of Canada via this page

Youth Bowling Night *Cobourg*
2024-10-25 15:00 - 17:00 | Northshore Lanes, 1111 Elgin St W, Cobourg, ON, K9A 4J7, Canada
Calling newcomer youth in Cobourg to join us for a fun night of bowling and pizza!

This is for youth in high school only.

Registration is required – please contact Lubna at lubna@nccpeterborough.ca, (705) 313-3498.

Family Fun Ice Skating Event
2024-11-17 16:00 - 18:00 | Cobourg Community Centre, 750 D'Arcy St, Cobourg, ON, K9A 0G1, Canada
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon on the ice!

Get ready for an afternoon of joy and laughter as we take to the ice! Enjoy a full hour of skating, followed by warm, cozy hot chocolate and delicious cookies to wrap up the day.

Sunday, November 17 at 4pm

Don’t forget to bring your skates, helmets, and warm clothes, like a snowsuit, to stay comfortable. Whether you’re an experienced skater or just learning, this event is a perfect opportunity to have fun with your family and connect with others in the community.

Registration is required – please contact Anna at anna@nccpeterborough.ca or (905) 519-3472.

NCC Hockey Night with the Petes **FULL**
2024-11-28 18:30 - 21:00 | Peterborough Memorial Centre, 151 Lansdowne St, Peterborough, ON, K9J 1Y4, Canada
Join us for a Fun Night!

**NO MORE TICKETS AVAILABLE**

Get free tickets to watch the Peterborough Petes play against the London Knights at the Peterborough Memorial Centre!

This activity is open to NCC clients and their families.

Registration is required. Please contact Boutheina via phone or email: 705 761 8305, activities@nccpeterborough.ca with the name of each person who would like to have a ticket (1 ticket per person; limit of 5 per family).

Photo credit: David Pickering via kawarthaNow

Winter Wreath Making Workshop
2024-11-29 16:00 - 18:00 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
Decorate your front door with a Winter Wreath this Holiday Season!

Make a holiday wreath for your home just in time to celebrate the winter and holiday season. Wreaths are a classic holiday decoration and a beautiful welcome for your guests.

All materials and snacks will be provided.

This family-friendly event is open to newcomers in Peterborough.

Registration required. Please contact Boutheina at activities@nccpeterborough.ca or (705) 761-8305

Northumberland Winter Potluck
2024-12-06 18:00 - 20:00 | St. Peter’s Anglican Church, 240 College Street, Cobourg, Ontario, K9A 3V2, Canada
Join us for a festive Winter Potluck and celebrate the season with delicious food and good company!

Bring a dish to share, vegetarian or with meat, and include a list of ingredients to help everyone enjoy it safely. No peanuts allowed.

Special Guest Alert: Santa Claus will be stopping by to chat with the kids, hear their wish lists, and take photos!

Registration is required by December 2.To register, please contact Anna at anna@nccpeterborough.ca or (905) 519-3472

Don’t miss this delightful evening filled with food, fun, and holiday cheer!

Winter Celebration
2024-12-13 17:30 - 20:00 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
Join us for a magical winter celebration filled with joy and cheer!

Special Guest Alert! Santa Claus will make a special visit to delight the kids!Delicious Food: Savor some special winter-themed dishes.Winter Market: Shop for unique treasures and gifts! Don’t forget to bring cash!

In order to ensure we can accommodate everyone, registration is required to attend. Walk-ins will not be accepted.

To attend, please register by filling out this form with information about you and your family members attending the event. Upon registration, you will receive your ticket. Registration is required by December 9 at 5pm.

Important:Bring your ticket to the event (printed or on your phone).

Please register online at bit.ly/NCC_WinterCelebration2024.

Youth Trip to BGC Lindsay - CANCELLED!
2024-12-14 10:00 - 16:00 | BGC Kawarthas – Lindsay Office, 107 Lindsay St. S, Lindsay, ON, K9V 2M5, Canada
Fun Day for Newcomer High School Youth!

Are you a newcomer student aged 13-18? Join us for an exciting day of activities at BGC Lindsay!

This event is exclusively for newcomer high school students. Let’s make it a day to remember!

Transportation is available leaving from and returning to NCC. A bus will leave NCC at 10 am, and return to NCC at 4 pm.

Spots are limited. To register, please contact Lubna at lubna@nccpeterborough.ca, (705) 313-3498.

Holiday Cookies Decoration (Northumberland)
2024-12-17 12:00 - 14:00 | New Canadians Centre – Northumberland Office, 600 William St., Cobourg, ON, K9A 5J6, Canada
All you need is love and Decorated Holiday Cookies!

Join us for our Women’s Group Northumberland and let’s get into the holiday spirit together by decorating festive cookies!

All materials will be provided, just bring your creativity and love for crafting!

This event is open to newcomer women in the Northumberland area.

Registration is required by December 12. To register, please contact Anna at anna@nccpeterborough.ca or (905) 519-3472.

Zumba Multicultural Dance - Northumberland
2025-01-15 12:00 - 13:30 | Cobourg Community Centre, 750 D'Arcy St, Cobourg, ON, K9A 0G1, Canada
Join the Northumberland Women’s Group for a Zumba session

Get ready to move and celebrate rhythm and culture! Join us for Zumba Multicultural Dance with Thelma Dillon, a fun and energetic session that blends music and movement from around the world.

Open to newcomer women in the Northumberland area.

To register, please contact Anna at anna@nccpeterborough.ca or (905) 519-3472

Family Bowling - Northumberland
2025-01-26 12:00 - 13:30 | Northshore Lanes, 1111 Elgin St W, Cobourg, ON, K9A 4J7, Canada
Strike up some fun at our Bowling Event!

Join us for a family-friendly outing at Northshore Lanes in Cobourg. No experience is needed—just bring your excitement and get ready for a great time! Let’s bowl some strikes and have a great time together.

This event is open to newcomers in Northumberland, and children must be accompanied by a parent.

Limited spaces are available! Registration is required by January 19. Contact Anna Albouni at anna@nccpeterborough.ca or 905-519-3472 to sign up.

Family Fun PA Day
2025-01-31 11:00 - 14:00 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
PA Day = Fun Day!

Are you looking for fun, family-friendly activities to do on a PA Day?Come join us for an exciting time with activities that will keep everyone entertained!

Registration is required. To register, please contact Boutheina: activities@nccpeterborough.ca

Winter Fun Family Day - FULL
2025-02-08 13:30 - 17:00 | Lakefield College School, 4391 County Rd 29, Lakefield, ON, K0L 2H0, Canada
Let’s Embrace Winter Together!

Join us on a trip to Lakefield College School to enjoy outdoor winter activities – including snowshoeing/walking in forested trails, tobogganing, roasting s’mores over a campfire, broomball on outdoor rink, and making maple taffy with homegrown maple syrup.

No previous experience is needed, and all equipment is provided.Dress for the cold – a warm coat, hat, gloves or mittens, and boots.

The activity is open to NCC clients and their families.

A bus is provided – leaving the New Canadians Centre parking lot (221 Romaine St) at 1:30pm, and returning at 5pm.

Limited spots are available. Registration is required. To register for this event, please contact Boutheina Maraoui at activities@nccpeterborough.ca
