• Living Library Plus – Manal’s Story

    Peterborough Public Library 345 Aylmer St N, Peterborough, ON, Canada

    The New Canadians Centre (NCC) Living Library aims to share human stories of immigration and integration by highlighting diverse and compelling stories of transition, settlement and belonging through personal storytelling by current and former NCC clients. Light refreshments will be served. From Syria to Lebanon to Canada Manal Agha’s journey began in Syria, continued through…

    Free
  • Fall Crafting and Pumpkin Carving

    New Canadians Centre 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, Canada +1 more

    We are excited to invite families to join us for a fun-filled craft morning! Come celebrate the fall season with us as we create beautiful fall crafts and carve pumpkins together. This event is a great way for families to get creative and enjoy the festive spirit of autumn. All materials will be provided, so…

    Free
  • Customer Service and Cashier Training for High School Students

    Clarington Central Secondary School 200 Clarington Boulevard, Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada

    We will learn about providing excellent customer service, working with difficult customers, and gain hands-on experience using a cash register. This workshop is only open to high school students who are new to Canada. Registration is required - please contact Patrick at [email protected], (705) 761-1668.

    Free
  • Youth Bowling Night *Cobourg*

    Northshore Lanes 1111 Elgin St W, Cobourg, ON, 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 [email protected], (705) 313-3498.

    Free
  • “Bringing People Together” – An Afternoon of Music and Hope

    Market Hall 140 Charlotte St, Peterborough, ON, Canada

    As the New Canadians Centre (NCC) sees an exponential increase in the need for its services, the Peterborough Concert Band is joining with it in a fundraiser concert with all benefit dollars to be donated to NCC. The concert will take place at Peterborough’s Market Hall on October 27th from 2:30 to 4:00 pm. The…

    $15 – $34
  • Navigating Healthcare Without A Family Doctor

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

    Dr. Madura Sundareswaran is a Peterborough-based family physician who also founded the Peterborough Newcomer Health Clinic.  She will lead this newcomer-focused discussion on our local health care system and where you can find health care services and support for you and your family.  This session is in-person only. Registration is required - please contact Marisa Kaczmarczyk at…

    Free
  • Promoting Health for English Language Learners

    Promoting Health in the ESL Classroom

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

    "Promoting Health for English Language Learners" is a workshop series organized by Cynthia Hucks with the support of the New Canadians Centre. November 8: Dr. Mark Chandra presents "Diabetes: What is it? Can you prevent it? How do you treat it? December 6:  Activation: Why is Physical Movement important? February 7: Mental Health This series is held…

    Free
  • Parent-Child Mother Goose

    Parent-Child Mother Goose

    Peterborough Public Library 345 Aylmer St N, Peterborough, ON, Canada

    The Parent-Child Mother Goose Program® is a group experience for parents and their babies and young children. The program introduces parents and children to the pleasure and power of using rhymes, songs, and stories together. Parent-Child Mother Goose® is offered in partnership with the Peterborough Public Library and the New Canadians Centre, providing the opportunity…

    Free
  • NCC Young Leaders

    NCC Young Leaders

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

    During the school year, the New Canadians Centre's Young Leaders (NCCYL) is a group is open to newcomer youth in high school looking to gain leadership skills and apply those skills through projects and events. Students gain volunteer hours for their involvement. Attendance is voluntary according to the student's schedule, except for the NCCYL executive…

    Free
  • Newcomer Leadership Group

    Newcomer Leadership Group

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

    Join the Newcomer Leadership Group!  This 8-week workshop series is a leadership training program that will help you to develop your skills and confidence to engage in the community. This series is open to anyone aged 19 and older who is new to Canada and looking to do more as a volunteer or community leader…

    Free