New Canadians Centre

English Conversation Group (online)
2025-02-12 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-02-19 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Toronto) | 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
2025-02-13 11:00 - 12:30, 2025-02-20 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.

Newcomer Youth (High-School) Employment Drop-in
2025-02-13 15:30 - 17:30, 2025-02-20 15:30 - 17:30 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, 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.

English Conversation Group (online)
2025-02-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-02-21 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.

Intermediate-Advanced French Conversation Group (online)
2025-02-14 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-02-21 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)
2025-02-14 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-02-21 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.

Let’s Swim Together (Northumberland)
2025-02-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Jack Burger Sports Complex, 60 Highland Drive, Port Hope, Ontario, L1A 3Z7, Canada
Make a splash at our Family Swimming Event!

Join us for a swimming event at Jack Burger Sports Complex in Port Hope this month! It’s the perfect opportunity for families to enjoy quality time together in the pool.

Please wear proper swimming attire:– Others must wear clean attire used only for swimming.– Children who are not toilet trained must wear a swim diaper or pool pants. No diapers allowed.

Children must be accompanied by their parents in the pool.

Registration is required. Please, contact Anna Albouni at anna@nccpeterborough.ca or 905-519-3472 to sign up.

Crochet Learning Class
2025-02-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-02-24 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.

Beginner English Group (in-person)
2025-02-18 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-02-25 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.

Cooking Session - Ukrainian Dumplings
2025-02-18 12:30 - 14:30 | Trinity United Church, 284 Division St., Cobourg, ON, K9A 3R1, Canada
Learn to Make Ukrainian Cheese Dumplings!

Join us for a delightful culinary experience this February! Svitlana Panchen will guide us in preparing Traditional Ukrainian Cheese Dumplings (Varenyky) at Trinity Church in Cobourg. These tender dumplings, made from scratch, are filled with a delicious mixture of fresh farmer cheese, sugar, and a hint of vanilla. Don’t miss the chance to learn this classic recipe and enjoy a taste of Ukrainian tradition.

Registration is required. Please, contact Anna Albouni at anna@nccpeterborough.ca or 905-519-3472 to sign up.

Youth Group
2025-02-18 16:00 - 17:30, 2025-02-25 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.

Intermediate-Advanced English Group (online)
2025-02-18 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.

Coffee and Conversation Group
2025-02-19 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.

Parent-Child Mother Goose
2025-02-19 10:15 - 11:15 | 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.

NCC Young Leaders
2025-02-19 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.

Public Speaking Workshop
2025-02-22 13:00 - 15:00 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
Discover the power of your voice in this engaging public speaking workshop led by Samantha Banton, a renowned local poet and spoken word artist. Gain confidence, refine your storytelling skills, and learn techniques to captivate any audience in a supportive and inspiring environment.

Registration is required. Please, contact Mauricio Interiano at mauricio@nccpeterborough.ca to register.

Youth Volunteer Club
2025-02-24 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)
2025-02-24 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)
2025-02-24 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)
2025-02-24 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 6:00pm 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)
2025-02-24 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
