Navigating Healthcare Without A Family Doctor
2024-11-01 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Toronto) | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, 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 marisa@nccpeterborough.ca.

Newcomer Storytelling Workshop
2024-11-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Cork & Bean Peterborough, 382 George St N, Peterborough, ON, K9H 3R3, 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 share personal narratives and foster community. Learn techniques to craft and amplify your own story in a supportive and inclusive space designed for newcomers.

Wednesdays, from 6-8pmNovember 6, 13, 20, 27, December 4 and 11

Registration is required. To register or learn more, please contact Mauricio at mauricio@nccpeterborough.ca

Promoting Health in the ESL Classroom
2024-11-08 11:00 - 12:30 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, 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 in-person. Registration is not required.

For more information, please contact Cynthia at (705) 749-8497.

Intermediate-Advanced English Group (in-person)
2024-11-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Sadleir House, 751 George St N, Peterborough, ON, K9H 3T2, Canada
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.

IN-PERSON on Mondays at 6 pm at the Sadleir House

This program is free for clients of the New Canadians Centre. Registration Required. Please email Boutheina: activities@nccpeterborough.ca

Not a client of the NCC yet? Contact info@nccpeterborough.ca to book an intake appointment.

Beginner Spanish Conversation Group (Online)
2024-11-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Online
Learn Spanish in a fun and interactive environment!

Our Beginner Group welcomes individuals with little to no Spanish. It is a drop-in-style group 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 who live in Peterborough and Northumberland Counties.

The Beginner Group meets online via Zoom. Are you an Intermediate speaker? Please check out our Intermediate Spanish Group.

Registration Required. Please contact Boutheina at activities@nccpeterborough.ca or 705-761-8305

Citizenship Test Preparation Workshop
2024-11-14 19:00 - 20:00 | Online
Are you waiting to take the Canadian Citizenship Test? Let’s help you prepare!

This 10-part workshop series is open to Permanent Residents who are ready to apply for Canadian Citizenship or have already applied and are awaiting their Citizenship Test.

Online: Thursdays, Nov 14, 2024 to Jan 23, 2025

10 weeks duration

During this series, we will review the various sections of the test and work through practice tests together. We will follow the Discover Canada Guide.

Participants are encouraged to attend all 10 sessions. All sessions will be hosted online via Zoom, led by retired teacher Barry Adams.

This series is open to New Canadians Centre clients in Peterborough and Northumberland.

Please contact Faye to register: faye@nccpeterborough.ca

Family Fun Ice Skating Event
2024-11-17 16:00 - 18:00 | Cobourg Community Centre, 750 D'Arcy St, Cobourg, ON, K9A 0G1, Canada
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon on the ice!

Get ready for an afternoon of joy and laughter as we take to the ice! Enjoy a full hour of skating, followed by warm, cozy hot chocolate and delicious cookies to wrap up the day.

Sunday, November 17 at 4pm

Don’t forget to bring your skates, helmets, and warm clothes, like a snowsuit, to stay comfortable. Whether you’re an experienced skater or just learning, this event is a perfect opportunity to have fun with your family and connect with others in the community.

Registration is required – please contact Anna at anna@nccpeterborough.ca or (905) 519-3472.

Community Conversations: Exploring Canada's Temporary Foreign Worker Program
2024-11-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Peterborough Public Library, 345 Aylmer St N, Peterborough, ON, K9H 3V7, Canada
Join the Peterborough Public Library and New Canadians Centre for an insightful evening on the realities faced by temporary foreign workers (TFWs) in Canada, as part of the “One Book, One Ptbo” series, inspired by Catherine Hernandez’s “The Story of Us”.

The event begins with a panel discussion and refreshments, exploring immigrant contributions, pathways to permanent residency, and the challenges TFWs face. Following this, enjoy a screening of “Becoming Labrador”, a documentary about Filipino workers in Labrador.

Please register at bit.ly/CC-register

Living Library Plus - Aanya's Story
2024-11-20 18:30 - 19:30 | Peterborough Public Library, 345 Aylmer St N, Peterborough, ON, K9H 3V7, 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.

Embracing Opportunities: A Journey from India to Canada

Aanya, a grade 11 student at Adam Scott, arrived in Canada over two years ago. Her journey has been marked by a passion for knowledge, creativity, and making a positive impact. Embracing every opportunity, Aanya has developed a diverse set of skills and experiences. She shares her insights and learnings through her podcast, “The Random Podcast,” on Spotify. In her free time, Aanya enjoys swimming, reading, podcasting, and creating Spotify playlists to suit any mood.

Click here to register

This event is organized in collaboration with the Peterborough Public Library.

Customer Service & Cashier Training for High School Students *Cobourg*
2024-11-22 12:30 - 16:30 | Cobourg Community Centre, 750 D'Arcy St, Cobourg, ON, K9A 0G1, Canada
We will learn about providing excellent customer service, working with difficult customers, and gain hands-on experience using a cash register.

This training is open to newcomer youth in high school only.

Registration is required – please contact Patrick at patrick@nccpeterborough.ca, (705) 761-1668.

Youth Tour of Trent University
2024-11-22 12:30 - 16:30 | Trent University, 1600 W Bank Dr, Peterborough, ON, K9L 0G2, Canada
Newcomer youth in high school are invited to attend an information session about Trent University and a campus tour.

Open to newcomer youth in any high school grade. Whether you are deciding to go to Trent or another university, this is a great opportunity to see what a Canadian University is like and ask questions.

Meet at Trent University at 12:30 pmMeet at Peterborough Bus Terminal at 11:50 am to take a bus from there to go to Trent.

The tour and Info session ends at 4:30 pm

Registration Required. Please contact Lubna at lubna@nccpeterborough.ca, (705) 313-3498.

Parent-Child Mother Goose
2024-11-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Peterborough Public Library, 345 Aylmer St N, Peterborough, ON, K9H 3V7, 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 for families new to Canada and families in the community to connect with one another at the Library.

To register, please contact Jessica at jessica@nccpeterborough.ca, (705) 743-0882.

Northumberland Women's Group - Cooking Workshop
2024-11-26 12:00 - 14:00 | Trinity United Church, 284 Division St., Cobourg, ON, K9A 3R1, 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 fragrant rice, creamy yogurt, eggs, saffron, and your choice of tender meat or chicken. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just looking to try something new, you’ll enjoy discovering the secrets behind this mouth-watering meal. Let’s cook, laugh, and create something beautiful together!

Registration is required by November 21.To register, please contact Anna at anna@nccpeterborough.ca or (905) 519-3472

NCC Hockey Night with the Petes **FULL**
2024-11-28 18:30 - 21:00 | Peterborough Memorial Centre, 151 Lansdowne St, Peterborough, ON, K9J 1Y4, Canada
Join us for a Fun Night!

**NO MORE TICKETS AVAILABLE**

Get free tickets to watch the Peterborough Petes play against the London Knights at the Peterborough Memorial Centre!

This activity is open to NCC clients and their families.

Registration is required. Please contact Boutheina via phone or email: 705 761 8305, activities@nccpeterborough.ca with the name of each person who would like to have a ticket (1 ticket per person; limit of 5 per family).

Photo credit: David Pickering via kawarthaNow

Winter Wreath Making Workshop
2024-11-29 16:00 - 18:00 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
Decorate your front door with a Winter Wreath this Holiday Season!

Make a holiday wreath for your home just in time to celebrate the winter and holiday season. Wreaths are a classic holiday decoration and a beautiful welcome for your guests.

All materials and snacks will be provided.

This family-friendly event is open to newcomers in Peterborough.

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

Food Handler Training
2024-12-02 08:45 - 16:00 | Peterborough Public Health Office, 185 King Street - 2nd Floor - Multipurpose Room, Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 2R8, Canada
Learn Safe Food Practices and Boost Your Skills

A Food Handler Certificate is essential for anyone who prepares and serves food to the public.

The topics covered include:

food safety legislation

foodborne illness and safety hazards

safe food handling processes and techniques, and

food handler hygiene.

A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the course. The exam is available in different languages.

To register for this training, please contact Patrick Foley (patrick@nccpeterborough.ca; 705-761-1668).

Northumberland Winter Potluck
2024-12-06 18:00 - 20:00 | St. Peter’s Anglican Church, 240 College Street, Cobourg, Ontario, K9A 3V2, Canada
Join us for a festive Winter Potluck and celebrate the season with delicious food and good company!

Bring a dish to share, vegetarian or with meat, and include a list of ingredients to help everyone enjoy it safely. No peanuts allowed.

Special Guest Alert: Santa Claus will be stopping by to chat with the kids, hear their wish lists, and take photos!

Registration is required by December 2.To register, please contact Anna at anna@nccpeterborough.ca or (905) 519-3472

Don’t miss this delightful evening filled with food, fun, and holiday cheer!

Winter Celebration
2024-12-13 17:30 - 20:00 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
Join us for a magical winter celebration filled with joy and cheer!

Special Guest Alert! Santa Claus will make a special visit to delight the kids!Delicious Food: Savor some special winter-themed dishes.Winter Market: Shop for unique treasures and gifts! Don’t forget to bring cash!

In order to ensure we can accommodate everyone, registration is required to attend. Walk-ins will not be accepted.

To attend, please register by filling out this form with information about you and your family members attending the event. Upon registration, you will receive your ticket. Registration is required by December 9 at 5pm.

Important:Bring your ticket to the event (printed or on your phone).

Please register online at bit.ly/NCC_WinterCelebration2024.

Youth Trip to BGC Lindsay - CANCELLED!
2024-12-14 10:00 - 16:00 | BGC Kawarthas – Lindsay Office, 107 Lindsay St. S, Lindsay, ON, K9V 2M5, Canada
Fun Day for Newcomer High School Youth!

Are you a newcomer student aged 13-18? Join us for an exciting day of activities at BGC Lindsay!

This event is exclusively for newcomer high school students. Let’s make it a day to remember!

Transportation is available leaving from and returning to NCC. A bus will leave NCC at 10 am, and return to NCC at 4 pm.

Spots are limited. To register, please contact Lubna at lubna@nccpeterborough.ca, (705) 313-3498.

Holiday Cookies Decoration (Northumberland)
2024-12-17 12:00 - 14:00 | New Canadians Centre – Northumberland Office, 600 William St., Cobourg, ON, K9A 5J6, Canada
All you need is love and Decorated Holiday Cookies!

Join us for our Women’s Group Northumberland and let’s get into the holiday spirit together by decorating festive cookies!

All materials will be provided, just bring your creativity and love for crafting!

This event is open to newcomer women in the Northumberland area.

Registration is required by December 12. To register, please contact Anna at anna@nccpeterborough.ca or (905) 519-3472.

Lakefield College School Katchewanooka Scholarship Info-session
2025-01-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Online
Do you have a child starting High School in September 2025?

Lakefield College School (LCS) is an independent school located in Lakefield (20 minutes north of Peterborough).

LCS is pleased to partner with the NCC to provide our clients with children entering high school (Grade 9 in Sep 2025) with the opportunity to apply and receive a scholarship covering full tuition and education expenses.

Join the info-session to learn about the scholarship opportunity.Registration is required. For more info, please contact Jessica Devlin: jessica@nccpeterborough.ca (705) 743-0882

For more info on LCS and this scholarship opportunity, please contact: Kalla Richards-Finnie krichardsfinnie@lcs.on.ca

BITS Program Info-Session
2025-01-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Online
Breaking into the Sector: Build Your Skills, Bit by Bit!

Are you ready to kickstart a career in construction or manufacturing? The BITS Program offers:

2 months of paid training

Relevant certifications

Free Personal Protective Equipment

Workshops for language and employability skills

1-on-1 employment counseling and job placement support

Starts February 2025

Come to learn more about the BITS Program at this online information session. Topics will include participant eligibility, program description, training schedule, and how to apply.

To register for this training, please contact Patrick Foley (patrick@nccpeterborough.ca; 705-761-1668).

BITS Program - Info Session
2025-01-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Online
Are you a newcomer, Permanent Resident, or Canadian Citizen aged 15-30 interested in entry-level training for construction and manufacturing careers? Join us for the BITS Program Information Session to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

During this session, we’ll cover:

Participant eligibility

Program details and benefits

Training Schedule

How to apply

Get all your questions answered and take the first step toward building a rewarding career.

Registration is required. Email Patrick (Employment Counsellor – Youth & Skills Development) at patrick@nccpeterborough.ca to register and receive the session link.

Crochet Learning Class
2025-01-13 10:00 - 12:00 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
Have you ever wanted to learn crochet? Now’s your chance!

Join our Crochet Learning Class for beginners, led by Carolyn, starting this Monday.

In this 8-week class, you’ll learn everything from starting your first project to mastering fundamental techniques. Whether you’re picking up a hook for the first time or refining your skills, Carolyn will guide you step by step in a fun and relaxed environment.

Childcare is available during the class!Spaces are limited, Registration is Required. Please contact Boutheina at activities@nccpeterborough.ca or (705) 761-8305

Not a client of the NCC yet? Contact info@nccpeterborough.ca to book an intake appointment.

Coffee and Conversation Group
2025-01-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Cork & Bean Peterborough, 382 George St N, Peterborough, ON, K9H 3R3, Canada
Join us for our Coffee and Conversation group at Cork and Bean!

This relaxed and enjoyable space is perfect for improving your English through informal conversations over a cup of coffee.

Led by Marcia, this group welcomes everyone—from beginners to those looking to refine their skills. It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with others in a friendly and supportive environment while enjoying your favourite drink.

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

Not a client of the NCC yet? Contact info@nccpeterborough.ca to book an intake appointment.

Zumba Multicultural Dance - Northumberland
2025-01-15 12:00 - 13:30 | Cobourg Community Centre, 750 D'Arcy St, Cobourg, ON, K9A 0G1, Canada
Join the Northumberland Women’s Group for a Zumba session

Get ready to move and celebrate rhythm and culture! Join us for Zumba Multicultural Dance with Thelma Dillon, a fun and energetic session that blends music and movement from around the world.

Open to newcomer women in the Northumberland area.

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

Family Bowling - Northumberland
2025-01-26 12:00 - 13:30 | Northshore Lanes, 1111 Elgin St W, Cobourg, ON, K9A 4J7, Canada
Strike up some fun at our Bowling Event!

Join us for a family-friendly outing at Northshore Lanes in Cobourg. No experience is needed—just bring your excitement and get ready for a great time! Let’s bowl some strikes and have a great time together.

This event is open to newcomers in Northumberland, and children must be accompanied by a parent.

Limited spaces are available! Registration is required by January 19. Contact Anna Albouni at anna@nccpeterborough.ca or 905-519-3472 to sign up.

Living Library Plus - Margot
2025-01-29 18:30 - 19:30 | Peterborough Public Library, 345 Aylmer St N, Peterborough, ON, K9H 3V7, Canada
“Shared Humanity: A Story of Immigration, Justice, and Hope”

Margot Van Sluytman moved to Canada from Georgetown, Guyana, with her family when she was seven years old, just two months before her eighth birthday. Seeking better opportunities and a safer environment, her parents chose Scarborough, Ontario, as their new home. Nine years later, the safety her family sought was shattered by a tragic event that changed her life.

In the face of this unexpected hardship, Margot turned to writing, which became a lifeline and a source of healing. Her experiences led her to become an advocate within the criminal justice system, using her story to inspire others and demonstrate that hope can always be found, even in the darkest times. Margot’s journey reflects new beginnings, the process of healing, the pursuit of justice, and the resilience needed to find eventual joy.

Listen to Margot’s story at this presentation, organised in collaboration with the Peterborough Public Library.

Light refreshments will be provided. Please visit the library website to register.

Family Fun PA Day
2025-01-31 11:00 - 14:00 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
PA Day = Fun Day!

Are you looking for fun, family-friendly activities to do on a PA Day?Come join us for an exciting time with activities that will keep everyone entertained!

Registration is required. To register, please contact Boutheina: activities@nccpeterborough.ca
