Beginner English Group (in-person)

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

Drop-in for our weekly Beginner English Group. Our volunteer English Instructors Christie and Manal  will teach you the basics of English in fun, creative, and supportive ways. Care for Newcomer Children (CNC) Childcare is available on request each week during the In-Person group.  This program is free for clients of the New Canadians Centre.  Registration…

Free

Northumberland Women’s Group – Cooking Workshop

Trinity United Church 284 Division St., Cobourg, ON, Canada

Join the Northumberland Women’s Group and dive into the art of cooking Tahchin, a delicious and aromatic Iranian rice dish! Led by the talented Maryam Azizi, this session is more than just a cooking class—it’s a chance to connect, share stories, and learn something new together. Tahchin is a delightful dish made with layers of…

Free

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.  November Schedule: November 5: Bowling at Lakeview BowlNovember 12: Games Night November 19: DIY Dubai ChocolateNovember 26: Movie Night

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

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 Storytelling Workshop

Cork & Bean Peterborough 382 George St N, Peterborough, ON, Canada

Every person, community, and organization have a story with the power to inspire actions and build a world of belonging! What is yours? Storytelling is a powerful skill! It helps us discover and understand ourselves and others, build community and make meaningful connections. Join this 6-week workshop series to explore the power of storytelling to…

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