New Canadians Centre

English Conversation Group (in-person)
2024-12-05 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-12 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Toronto) | Artspace, 378 Aylmer Street, Peterborough, Ontario, K9H 3V8, 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 clients of the New Canadians Centre.

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

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

Citizenship Test Preparation Workshop
2024-12-05 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-12 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

English Conversation Group (online)
2024-12-06 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-12-13 10:00 - 11:00 | 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.

This group is specifically designed for Beginner speakers, though all are welcome.

These groups are open to clients of the New Canadians Centre, including clients registered at our Northumberland Office.

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

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

Promoting Health in the ESL Classroom
2024-12-06 11:00 - 13:30 | 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.

December 6: Engaging in Social Activity and Physical Exercise: how will this help me to ease the stress of adjusting to a new culture? with Laura Roberge, Activation Therapist

This series is held in-person. Registration is not required.

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

Intermediate-Advanced French Conversation Group (online)
2024-12-06 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-12-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
Develop your French language skills 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 NCC clients, volunteers and the general public.

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

Intermediate English (in-person)
2024-12-06 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-12-13 13:00 - 14:00 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, 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.

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

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

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!

Youth Volunteer Club
2024-12-09 00:00 - 23:59, 2024-12-16 00:00 - 23:59 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
The Youth Volunteer Club is open to all newcomers in high school. Come help at NCC activities and events and gain volunteer hours!

Each month we will have different opportunities to volunteer.

To join the Youth Volunteer Club, please contact Lubna at lubna@nccpeterborough.ca, (705) 313-3498.

Beginner English Group (online)
2024-12-09 09:30 - 10:30, 2024-12-16 09:30 - 10:30 | Online
Join our weekly Online Beginner English Group!

Our volunteer English facilitators Bruce and Paul will teach you the basics of English in fun, creative, and supportive ways.

Mondays at 9:30 am via Zoom

This program is free for clients of the New Canadians Centre.Registration is required – please contact activities@nccpeterborough.ca or (705) 761-8305.

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

Intermediate-Advanced Spanish Conversation Group (In-Person)
2024-12-09 17:30 - 18:30, 2024-12-16 17:30 - 18:30 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
Develop your Spanish speaking and listening skills!

Join our Intermediate to Advanced Level Group to continue practicing and growing your Spanish skills through conversation and interactive activities.

This group requires participants to be able to have a basic conversation in Spanish. This group is free and open to NCC clients, volunteers and members of the public who live in Peterborough. We meet at the New Canadians Centre.

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

Intermediate-Advanced English Group (in-person)
2024-12-09 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-16 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)
2024-12-09 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

Beginner English Group (in-person)
2024-12-10 12:00 - 13:00 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, 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 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.

Youth Group
2024-12-10 16:00 - 17:30 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, 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.

Tuesday December 10 – Gingerbread House decorating Tuesday December 17 – Holiday Movie Night

Intermediate-Advanced English Group (online)
2024-12-10 18:30 - 19:30 | 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 practicing English conversation and continue building skills in listening and speaking.

There are two Intermediate to Advanced English Groups to choose from each week. You can attend as many groups as you wish each week:

ONLINE on Zoom on Tuesdays at 6:30pm beginning September 17

IN-PERSON on Fridays at 1pm beginning Sept 20

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 is required – please contact activities@nccpeterborough.ca or (705) 761-8305.

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

NCC Young Leaders
2024-12-11 16:00 - 18:00 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, 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 team where each meeting is mandatory.

Executive team members hold elected roles and serve a one year term on NCCYL. Each week we hold discussions, trainings and event planning and execution. Register each week with Lubna.

For more information, please contact Lubna at lubna@nccpeterborough.ca, (705) 313-3498.

Newcomer Storytelling Workshop
2024-12-11 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

English Conversation Group (online)
2024-12-11 18:30 - 19:30 | 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 activities@nccpeterborough.ca or (705) 761-8305.

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

Women's Group
2024-12-12 11:00 - 12:30 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, 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:

Potluck meals

Health and fitness activities like dance, hiking, kayaking, Zumba

Cooking

Arts and crafts

Attending performances

Info sessions and discussion groups

Gardening

Seasonal celebrations

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 Boutheina to register at boutheina@nccpeterborough.ca.

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.
