Youth Group

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

This group is open to newcomer youth in high school. Join us for a fun activity with NCC every Tuesday! We will meet at NCC most Tuesdays unless indicated otherwise based on the activity.  October Schedule: October 1: Truth & Reconciliation Night October 8: Paint Night October 15: Games and Pen Pal Night October 22:…

Free

Intermediate-Advanced English Group (online)

Online

Continue developing your English skills in a fun environment! This group is open to anyone who self-identifies as an Intermediate or Advanced English speaker. In this group, we will focus on practicing English conversation and continue building skills in listening and speaking. There are two Intermediate to Advanced English Groups to choose from each week.…

Free

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

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

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

“Welcome to School” Virtual Information Session

As follow up to the “Welcome to School” information session held in August, the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board and the New Canadians Centre will be hosting a virtual check-in for New to Canada and Multilingual Language Learner Families. Join us for the virtual check in session on Wednesday, October 2 from 6:30 –…

Free

English Conversation Group (online)

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. All levels of English welcome! This program is free for clients of the New Canadians Centre.  Registration Required. Please contact [email protected] or (705)…

Free

Women’s Group

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

Make new friends! This is a safe space for newcomer women to share your experiences and enhance your well-being through genuine connections. Activities include: The Women's Group meets every Thursday at the NCC. Care for Newcomer Children (CNC) Childminding is provided on-site. This group is open to NCC clients only. Registration is required. Please contact…

Free

Newcomer Youth (High-School) Employment Drop-in

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

If you are a high-school aged newcomer youth and would like to receive employment support, please drop in! We can assist you with resume and cover letter creation, interview skills, job search strategies, job leads, training and upskilling opportunities. This program takes place every Thursday.

Free

English Conversation Group (in-person)

Artspace 378 Aylmer Street, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

This group meets in-person at Artspace (378 Aylmer St) beginning September 19 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. All levels of English welcome! This program is free for…

Free