New Canadians Centre

Intermediate Spanish Conversation Group (In-Person)
2023-05-29 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-05-15 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Toronto) | Peterborough Public Library, 345 Aylmer St N, Peterborough, ON, K9H 3V7, Canada
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 clients, volunteers and members of the general public who live in Peterborough. This group is hosted in partnership with the Peterborough Public Library.

Registration Required. Please register here! Questions? Please contact boutheina@nccpeterborough.ca

Human Trafficking Workshop
2023-05-29 17:00 - 20:00 | Online
Did you know that Human Trafficking is one of the fastest-growing crimes worldwide?

The highest-risk victims are:

those with language barriers

unemployment barriers

trauma from leaving war-torn countries

poverty

poor living arrangements

and many more issues

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 Kyryliuk. Tanya works for the Office in Professionalism, Respect, Integrity and Leadership (OPRIL) in the OPP.

The OPP and RCMP work together to monitor and enforce these cases, and to provide training presentations to volunteers and employees that work directly with new people entering Canada.

This event is open to all community members.

Registration is required. Please click here to register!If you have any questions, please contact Sara: sara@nccpeterborough.ca

English Conversation Group (Online)
2023-05-29 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-05-15 13:00 - 14:00 | 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 Zoom on Mondays at 1pm beginning

IN-PERSON on Tuesdays at 2pm at the Peterborough Public Library

ONLINE on Zoom Wednesdays at 7:30pm

IN-PERSON on Thursdays at 6pm at the Peterborough Public Library

These groups are open to clients of the New Canadians Centre, including clients registered at our Northumberland Office. All levels of English welcome!

Registration Required. Please contact Boutheina at boutheina@nccpeterborough.ca or (705) 761-8305.

Not a client of NCC yet? Contact us to become a client!

Refugee Support Orientation
2023-05-27 11:00 - 14:00 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
Learn more about volunteer opportunities at our Refugee Support Orientation!

Are you interested in joining a refugee support team? Please join our Refugee Support Orientation!

We are looking for volunteers who can help with social support, community orientation, help with groceries/shopping, English tutoring, French/Farsi/Pashto/Swahili/Arabic interpretation, driving, teaching people how to use the bus, neighbourhood walks, and general assistance depending on your interests.

Bring any friends and family who are interested in learning more about what we do at the NCC.

This orientation will cover the basics of our Refugee Support Program, the steps involved in joining a team, the latest updates about incoming families, and what volunteering could look like for you.

Registration is required. Please click here to register!If you have any questions, please contact Sara: sara@nccpeterborough.ca

Location: To be determined

Fun Friday Drop-In
2023-05-26 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-05-26 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-05-19 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-05-19 10:00 - 12:00 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
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 feel free to fill up the forms so we get to know you better!At the NCC, on the first floor, in the Friendship Room.

Open to all newcomers and volunteers! Childcare is available.If you have any questions, please contact Sara: sara@nccpeterborough.ca

Beginner English Group (Online)
2023-05-26 09:30 - 11:00, 2023-05-19 09:30 - 11:00 | 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 at 12pm at the NCC Board Room

You may attend one or both of the Beginner English Groups.
This program is free for clients of the New Canadians Centre.
Registration Required. Please contact Boutheina: boutheina@nccpeterborough.ca or (705) 761-8305

English Conversation Group (In-Person)
2023-05-25 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-05-23 14:00 - 15:00, 2023-05-18 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-05-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Peterborough Public Library, 345 Aylmer St N, Peterborough, ON, K9H 3V7, Canada
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 Zoom on Mondays at 1pm beginning September 19
IN-PERSON on Tuesdays at 2pm at the Peterborough Public Library

ONLINE on Zoom Wednesdays at 7:30pm
IN-PERSON on Thursdays at 6pm at the Peterborough Public Library

These groups are open to clients of the New Canadians Centre, including clients registered at our Northumberland Office. All levels of English welcome!
Registration Required. Please contact Boutheina at boutheina@nccpeterborough.ca or (705) 761-8305.
Not a client of NCC yet? Contact us to become a client!

Annual General Meeting 2023
2023-05-25 17:00 - 18:30 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
44th Annual General Meeting of the New Canadians Centre

Join us as we celebrate and reflect on the past year’s milestones, look to the future, and connect after a long time apart. Enjoy light refreshments, music, and a guest speaker who will reflect on their journey in Canada.

This event is hosted In-Person at Wesley Hall at St. James United Church (221 Romaine Street – Peterborough)

Everyone Welcome!

Please register online here >>

Questions? Please contact Andy at andy@nccpeterborough.ca

Youth Volunteer Club
2023-05-25 16:30 - 18:00, 2023-05-18 16:30 - 18:00 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
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 in Peterborough Public Library.

May 11: Orientation, Form, Games Night

May 25: NCC Annual General Meeting

June 1: Sandwiches for One City

June 8: Peterborough Public Library

June 15: Fruit cups for One City

June 22: Administrative Support at NCC

To register, please contact Lubna at lubna@nccpeterborough.ca or call 705-313-3498.

English Conversation Group (Online)
2023-05-24 19:30 - 20:30, 2023-05-17 19:30 - 20:30 | Online

Library Fun Evening (Northumberland)
2023-05-24 17:30 - 19:30 | Cobourg Public Library, 200 Ontario St, Cobourg, ON, K9A 5P4, Canada
Let’s explore the library!

Join us in a fun-filled family evening at the Cobourg Public Library hosted by Rachael Purdy! While the children will play a book scavenger hunt, and some other games, you’ll have the chance to learn how to get a library card and explore available materials.

There will be some fantastic prizes for participating kids, so don’t miss out!

This is a family-friendly event open to newcomers in Northumberland. Children must be accompanied by a parent.

Limited spots are available. Registration is required by May 21.

To register, please contact Anna at anna@nccpeterborough.ca or (905) 519-3472.

Intermediate to Advanced English Group (Online)
2023-05-23 19:30 - 20:30 | 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.

Registration Required. Please email Boutheina: boutheina@nccpeterborough.ca

Not a client of NCC yet? Contact us to become a client!

Youth After-School Club at the Downtown Youth Space
2023-05-23 15:00 - 17:30, 2023-05-16 15:00 - 17:30 | Downtown Youth Space, 201 McDonnel St, Peterborough, ON, K9H 2W1, Canada
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, employment, volunteering, and community engagement.
Drop by anytime between 3:00 – 5:30pm, enter through the side door of PACE (door facing McDonnel Street, between Aylmer and George Street). Ring the DYS doorbell and come to the basement. There are games, free snacks, and free wifi.
Open to newcomer youth in Peterborough. Physical distancing and masks will be required.
Registration is not needed. If you have any questions, please contact Lubna: lubna@nccpeterborough.ca
or call/text/whatsapp (705) 313-3498, or direct message on Instagram @nccptbo_youth

Beginner English Group (In-Person)
2023-05-23 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-05-16 12:00 - 13:00 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
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
ONLINE on Zoom on Fridays at 9:30am

You may attend one or both of the Beginner English Groups.
This program is free for clients of the New Canadians Centre.
Registration Required. Please contact Boutheina: boutheina@nccpeterborough.ca or (705) 761-8305

OFFICES CLOSED TODAY
2023-05-22 00:00 - 23:59 | ON
Our Peterborough & Northumberland Offices will be closed on the following days in observance of these Statutory Holidays:

January 1 – New Year’s Day

February 20 – Family Day

April 7 – Good Friday

May 22 – Victoria Day

June 30 – Canada Day

September 4 – Labour Day

October 9 – Thanksgiving

December 25 – Christmas

December 26 – Boxing Day

Stretching Session (Northumberland)
2023-05-16 12:30 - 14:00 | Cobourg Community Centre, 750 D'Arcy St, Cobourg, ON, K9A 0G1, Canada
Are you feeling tired or stressed? Give your body a stretch!

Join the Women’s Group this month to do a Stretching Session led by Coach Emmanuelle Festas-Keogh. During this session, Coach Emmanuelle will guide us through a series of gentle body stretches designed to help release tension and promote relaxation.This stretching session is suitable for everyone, no matter your fitness level. All you need to do is wear loose and comfortable clothing and come ready to stretch.Following the session, we invite you to join us for coffee and treats, a great opportunity to socialize.

Registration is Required. To register, please contact Anna at anna@nccpeterborough.ca or (905) 519-3472.

Mother Daughter Swim
2023-05-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre, 775 Brealey Dr, Peterborough, ON, K9K 0B8, Canada
Join us for a splash in the pool!

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a Mother-Daughter swim session at the Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre. Enjoy privacy in this women-only swimming session.

Registration is required. Please contact Boutheina: boutheina@nccpeterborough.ca or (705) 761-8305
