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Human Trafficking Workshop
Human Trafficking Workshop
Did you know that Human Trafficking is one of the fastest-growing crimes worldwide? The highest-risk victims are: Volunteers and employees will be the first to encounter the issue; however, they may not even realize the subtle signs of trafficking people. If you would like to learn more, please sign up for our workshop facilitated by NCC volunteer Tanya…
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Training for Working at Heights – Full
Training for Working at Heights – Full
Learn how to work safely at heights! In Ontario and Canada, falls continue to be one of the top sources of accidents and injuries at job sites. This course has been designed to ensure students will be able to recognize fall hazards in their workplace and how to apply this hazard recognition to plan, safeguard…
Smart Serve Training – FULL!
Smart Serve Training – FULL!
Responsible Service Training Program! SmartServe is a required certification to sell, handle, or serve alcohol in Ontario. The course is a blended learning experience featuring in-class instruction followed by an online exam. Participants must be over 18 years old or turning 18 this year. Recognized by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). When you…
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Cooking Session – Northumberland
Cooking Session – Northumberland
Let’s get together and cook a delicious bean salad! Join our Women's Group this month for an exciting cooking session to learn how to make Foul Madammas. Foul Madammas is a Middle Eastern vegetarian recipe that's super yummy, easy to make, and rich in protein! Registration is Required. To register, please contact Anna at [email protected] or…
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Youth Volunteer Club
Youth Volunteer Club
Calling newcomer youth who would like to volunteer with the New Canadians Centre! Come for one or more of our sessions to gain volunteer hours. Each Thursday starting May 11, 2023 we will have a different activity that helps the centre or the community. The location is at NCC, except on June 8 will be…
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Fun Friday Drop-In
Fun Friday Drop-In
Drop-In on Fridays to meet new people, make friends and have fun with different activities! Join our new Drop-in Groups! Every Friday, from April 14 to June 16. Mornings 10 am-12 pm: Chess, Cards, Coffee, Tea, and Conversation (sign up here)Afternoons 2-4 pm: Music & Arts Group (sign up here) Registration is not required, but…
Fun Friday Drop-In
Fun Friday Drop-In
Drop-In on Fridays to meet new people, make friends and have fun with different activities! Join our new Drop-in Groups! Every Friday, from April 14 to June 16. Mornings 10 am-12 pm: Chess, Cards, Coffee, Tea, and Conversation (sign up here)Afternoons 2-4 pm: Music & Arts Group (sign up here) Registration is not required, but…
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Beginner Spanish Conversation Group (Online)
Beginner Spanish Conversation Group (Online)
Learn Spanish in a fun and interactive environment! Our Beginner Group welcome individuals with little to no Spanish. It is a drop-in style group where you can join at any point in the year, though regular weekly attendance is highly encouraged. This group is open to NCC clients, volunteers and members of the general public…
English Conversation Group (Online)
English Conversation Group (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. There are three English Conversation Groups to choose from. You can attend as many groups as you wish each week: These groups…
Intermediate Spanish Conversation Group (In-Person)
Intermediate Spanish Conversation Group (In-Person)
Develop your Spanish speaking and listening skills. Join our Intermediate Level Group to continue practising and growing your Spanish skills through conversation and interactive activities. This group requires participants to be able to have a basic conversation in Spanish. Are you a beginner? Check out our Beginner Group. This group is free and open to NCC…
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Beginner English Group (In-Person)
Beginner English Group (In-Person)
Do you have little or no English? Want to learn English in a friendly environment? Drop-in for our weekly Beginner English Groups. Our volunteer English Instructor will teach you the basics of English in fun, creative, and supportive ways. There are two Beginner English Groups: IN-PERSON on Tuesdays at 12pm at the NCC Board Room…
English Conversation Group (In-Person)
English Conversation Group (In-Person)
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. There are three English Conversation Groups to choose from. You can attend as many groups as you wish each week: ONLINE on…
Youth After-School Club at the Downtown Youth Space
Youth After-School Club at the Downtown Youth Space
The After-School Club at the Downtown Youth Space is back! We will be at the Downtown Youth Space every Tuesday. A relaxed and fun drop-in space for all newcomer high school students to gather and chill. It's a great way to meet other newcomer youth and connect with NCC staff. Bring any questions regarding education,…
Intermediate to Advanced English Group (Online)
Intermediate to Advanced English Group (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 practising English conversation and continue building skills in listening and speaking. This group is offered virtually and is open to clients of the NCC.…
Food Handler Training & Certification Course – FULL
Food Handler Training & Certification Course – FULL
Become a certified food handler! Learn how to safely prepare and serve food as per Ontario regulations. The course will provide the knowledge to handle food safely and prevent foodborne illness. The topics covered include: food safety legislation, foodborne illness and safety hazards, safe food handling processes and techniques, and food handler hygiene. This free course is offered to NCC clients. A certificate will be…
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English Conversation Group (Online)
English Conversation Group (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. There are three English Conversation Groups to choose from. You can attend as many groups as you wish each week: ONLINE on…
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Women’s Group
Women’s Group
A friendly group for women to make friends with other women who are new to Canada. Join us each week for conversation, cooking, crafts, and other activities. This group is currently meeting in person at the New Canadians Centre. This group is offered to female clients of the New Canadians Centre Peterborough. Free childcare is…
English Conversation Group (In-Person)
English Conversation Group (In-Person)
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. There are three English Conversation Groups to choose from. You can attend as many groups as you wish each week: ONLINE on…
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Intermediate to Advanced English Group (In-Person)
Intermediate to Advanced English Group (In-Person)
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 practising English conversation and continue building skills in listening and speaking. This group is offered in-person at the New Canadians Centre and is open…
Intermediate to Advanced French Conversation Group (Online)
Intermediate to Advanced 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 for beginners. This group is currently being offered online via Zoom, and is free for…
Beginner English Group (Online)
Beginner English Group (Online)
Do you have little or no English? Want to learn English in a friendly environment? Drop-in for our weekly Beginner English Groups. Our volunteer English Instructor will teach you the basics of English in fun, creative, and supportive ways. There are two Beginner English Groups: ONLINE on Zoom on Fridays at 9:30am IN-PERSON on Tuesdays…
Family Zumba Party! – Canadian Multicultural Festival
Family Zumba Party! – Canadian Multicultural Festival
Join us and the City of Peterborough to celebrate the launch of the Canadian Multicultural Festival 2023! Bring the family to join us for a Zumba Party. Free face-painting, henna tattoos, giveaways and more! Registration is not required. Friday, June 23, 5:00 - 7:00pmIn person at Quaker Foods City Square (215 Charlotte Street, Peterborough) Rain…
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Strawberry Picking in Northumberland – Full
Strawberry Picking in Northumberland – Full
Let's have some fun picking fresh strawberries! Grab your basket and join us on Saturday, June 24, to pick strawberries at Burnham Family Farm Market, Cobourg. It 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…
Canadian Multicultural Festival – Food Sampling Day
Canadian Multicultural Festival – Food Sampling Day
Taste the flavours of the world at our 10 featured international restaurants in downtown Peterborough! On Saturday, June 24, visit each of these participating restaurants to try free samples of some of their menu items (12 to 7pm, while supplies last). Bhojan Indian Cuisine and BarBrothers PizzaCurry MantraDirty BurgerLa HaciendaLa MesitaLevantine GrillMilk and Tea ShopNaka JapanesePoco Burro Click here…
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Try It Cricket – Canadian Multicultural Festival
Try It Cricket – Canadian Multicultural Festival
Join the Peterborough Cricket Club to learn about this sport! Learn the basic rules of the game and try your hand at batting and bowling. In-Person at the New Canadians Centre221 Romaine St. Peterborough Monday June 26, 20236:30 to 8:30pm Click here to register!
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Electric City Football Club Match
Electric City Football Club Match
Come cheer for your local soccer club! Newcomer youth are invited to join us for ECFC games. Saturday, June 3 at 1:30pm - Electric City FC will play Unionville Milliken SCTuesday, June 27 at 7pm - Electric City FC will play Darby FC Limited spots are available. Registration is required. To register, please contact Lubna…
Refugee Day – Community Conversation
Refugee Day – Community Conversation
Healing and Hope - Reflections on Refugee Experiences in Canada Join us for a timely panel discussion on World Refugee Day 2023 as we explore the theme of healing in the context of Canada's refugee communities. Our diverse panel of experts and individuals with lived experiences will share their insights on the challenges of displacement,…
Panel Discussion – Multicultural Festival
Panel Discussion – Multicultural Festival
To mark World Refugee Day (June 20), join us for a community conversation on “Healing and Hope - Reflections on Refugee Experiences in Canada”. Engage in a conversation surrounding the challenges faced by displaced individuals, how they engage in the healing process, and the role of compassion and care in rebuilding lives. Tuesday, June 27, 6:00…
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Try It Vietnamese Cooking – Multicultural Festival – FULL!
Try It Vietnamese Cooking – Multicultural Festival – FULL!
Learn to make Vietnamese coffee, rice paper rolls, Vietnamese pizza and pandan waffles! In-person at the New Canadians Centre 221 Romaine St. Peterborough Wednesday, June 28, 20236:00 - 8:00pm This event is full!
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Try It K-Pop Dance – Multicultural Festival
Try It K-Pop Dance – Multicultural Festival
Join Anthony Nguyen (@appa.astro) for a K-Pop Dance workshop and fulfill your fantasy of being a K-Pop Star! Anthony will walk you through the choreography of a popular K-pop song. In-person at YMCA 123 Aylmer St. S, Peterborough Thursday, June 29, 20231:00 - 2:00pm Click here to register!
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Try It Multicultural Crafts – Multicultural Festival
Try It Multicultural Crafts – Multicultural Festival
Everyone is welcome to join us for a morning of crafts! Fold origami, make Mexican paper flowers, Ukrainian vinok. Vietnamese puppets and more! In person at the New Canadians Centre221 Romaine Street Friday, June 3010:00 to 12:00pm Click here to register!
Try It Salsa Dance – Multicultural Festival
Try It Salsa Dance – Multicultural Festival
Summer nights are great for salsa! Bring your dancing shoes and join us for an evening of salsa, bachata and merengue! Our friends from Latin Express will bring the party! In-person at Quaker Foods City Square215 Charlotte St, Peterborough Friday, June 30, 20236:00 to 8:00pm Rain location: Peterborough Square (by the escalators) Registration is not…
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Celebrating Canada Day (Northumberland)
Celebrating Canada Day (Northumberland)
Come and celebrate Canada Day with us! Let's walk the Canada Day parade together! We will meet at Cobourg Museum, located at 141 Orr Street, at 9:15 am and make our way to the Cobourg Library, where the parade is scheduled to start at 10 am. Feel free to wear clothes that represent your country…
Lessons from the Land
Lessons from the Land
Join us for Lessons from the Land at Beavermead Pavilion. "Lessons from the Land” is a day to reflect on our relationship with the land and Indigenous peoples. We invite you to join us on July 1 for an important day of learning and reflection with programs and activities. Saturday, July 1, 20239:30 AM -…