Brand Photography Workshop for Newcomer Women

New Canadians Centre 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, Canada

Learn how to market yourself and your business through photos. Join us for a workshop with Heather Doughty of Heather Doughty Photography. During this hands-on session, you will learn: about brand photography how to take good photos for your business about the best lighting and camera angles how to best market yourself through photos. You are…

Free

Canadian Citizenship Test Preparation Workshop Series

Online

Are you waiting to take the Canadian Citizenship Test? Let’s Help You Prepare! This 10-part workshop series is open to Permanent Residents who are ready to apply for Canadian Citizenship or have already applied and are awaiting their Citizenship Test. Choose between: Option A: Tuesday mornings, 10:30 - 11:30 am beginning November 9, 2021, for 10…

Free

Youth After-School Club at the Downtown Youth Space

Downtown Youth Space 201 McDonnel St, Peterborough, ON, Canada

The After-School Club is back! We will be at the Downtown Youth Space every Tuesday beginning in October from 3:00 to 5:00pm. Join us to play games, get homework help, hang out with friends, or chat to the SWIS team about any needs you may have! Open to newcomer youth in Peterborough. Physical distancing and…

Free

English Conversation Group on Zoom

Online

Practice your English while meeting new people! 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 facilitated on Zoom two times a week, beginning September 7, 2021: Tuesdays from 10:00 to 11:00am Wednesdays from 7:00…

Canadian Citizenship Test Preparation Workshop Series

Online

Are you waiting to take the Canadian Citizenship Test? Let’s Help You Prepare! This 10-part workshop series is open to Permanent Residents who are ready to apply for Canadian Citizenship or have already applied and are awaiting their Citizenship Test. Choose between: Option A: Tuesday mornings, 10:30 - 11:30 am beginning November 9, 2021, for 10…

Free
Event Series Women’s Group

Women’s Group

New Canadians Centre 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, Canada

A friendly group for women to make friends with other women who are new to Canada. Make friends, and learn fun new crafts, recipes, and activities. This group is currently meeting in person at the New Canadians Centre. Physical distancing and masks are required. This group is offered to female clients of the New Canadians…

Free
Event Series French Conversation Group

French Conversation Group

Online

Develop your skills in Canada’s second language in a warm and welcoming environment. Join our weekly, French Conversation Group and practice your French speaking and listening skills. This group is an Intermediate to Advanced level group. It is not suited to beginners. This group is currently being offered online via Zoom, and is free for NCC…

Event Series Sewing Alterations and Repairs Training

Sewing Alterations and Repairs Training

New Canadians Centre 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, Canada

Develop Your Skills in Sewing! We are excited to offer our Sewing Program this fall, in-person following COVID-19 protocols. All materials and sewing equipment will be provided. The second course in the Fall Program is on Alterations & Repairs. Basic sewing skills are needed, or completion of our Sewing for Beginners course. The course is…

Free

Canadian Citizenship Test Preparation Workshop Series

Online

Are you waiting to take the Canadian Citizenship Test? Let’s Help You Prepare! This 10-part workshop series is open to Permanent Residents who are ready to apply for Canadian Citizenship or have already applied and are awaiting their Citizenship Test. Choose between: Option A: Tuesday mornings, 10:30 - 11:30 am beginning November 9, 2021, for 10…

Free

Fake News and Misinformation Information Session

Online

It’s getting harder and harder to tell what’s true these days! Let’s help you spot the fake news! You can help stop the spread of misinformation by thinking carefully about what you see in the media. Join us for an important information session with the Nourish Project where you will learn how to safely navigate…

Free