Women's Group
2025-11-27 11:00 - 12:30, 2025-12-04 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Toronto) | 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 activities@nccpeterborough.ca

Entrepreneurship Workshop with RBC
2025-11-27 11:00 - 12:30 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
Have you ever dreamed of starting your own business in Canada?

Join us for an engaging and practical session with RBC to learn the essentials of entrepreneurship — from business planning and financial management to exploring the supports available for small business owners.

Whether your passion is in cooking, art, sewing, hairstyling, construction, or cleaning services, this workshop will help you turn your ideas into action and gain confidence as a new entrepreneur.

Organised in partnership with RBC

Register with Boutheina: activities@nccpeterborough.ca

Intermediate-Advanced French Conversation Group (online)
2025-11-27 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-12-04 17:30 - 18:30 | 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 Mauricio at mauricio@nccpeterborough.ca

English Conversation Circle
2025-11-28 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-05 13:00 - 14:00 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, 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.

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.

Stories & Flavours: A Lunch and Learn with Mshkiki Gitigaan
2025-11-28 13:00 - 14:30 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
Join us for a special Lunch & Learn event with Mshkiki Gitigaan on Friday, November 28th from 1:00 – 2:30 PM at the New Canadians Centre.

This interactive session will celebrate First Nations, Métis, and Inuit cultures through traditional foods, music, film, poetry, and storytelling. Come connect, share, and nourish both body and spirit in community.

Open to clients of the New Canadians Centre

Registration required: Click here to register

Beginner English Group (online)
2025-12-01 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-12-08 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 Group
2025-12-01 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-12-08 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 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.

This group is free and open to NCC clients, volunteers and members of the general public who live in Peterborough. We meet at the New Canadians Centre.

Registration Required. Please contact Mauricio at mauricio@nccpeterborough.ca.

Beginner Spanish Conversation Group (Online)
2025-12-01 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-12-08 18:00 - 19:30 | Online
Learn Spanish in a fun and interactive environment

Join our friendly Spanish group for absolute beginners!

Learn the basics of Spanish in a supportive, interactive setting. Perfect for those with little to no previous experience.

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.

NCC Young Leaders
2025-12-02 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-12-09 16:00 - 18:00 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
Currently due to the high level of interest in this group we have closed registrations and are not able to accept new members. Please keep your eyes open in the Spring/Summer for how to be involved in next year’s group. Contact Irene irene@nccpeterborough.ca with any questions.

Are you in high school and have newcomer experience? Fulfill your volunteer hours and unleash your inner leader with us by exploring innovative project opportunities, igniting your passion, and acquiring valuable hands-on experience!

The New Canadians Centre Young Leaders (NCCYL) is a youth-led group that seeks to empower youth by offering them a platform where they can discuss issues that affect newcomer youth, explore and find power in their stories and learn how to use it to drive meaningful change.

Participants will gather once a week.

For any inquires regarding the NCCYL, please reach out to Irene Suvillaga.

Beginner French Conversation Group (online)
2025-12-02 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-12-09 17:30 - 18:30 | Online
Would you like to practice your French in a fun and friendly way?Join our Beginner Level Group to build your confidence and improve your speaking and listening skills through simple conversations and interactive activities.

This group is best for those who know a little bit of French and want to keep learning and practicing.

Free and open to NCC clients, volunteers, and members of the public living in Peterborough.

Registration required – please contact Mauricio at mauricio@nccpeterborough.ca

Coffee and Conversation
2025-12-03 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-12-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Cork & Bean Peterborough, 382 George St N, Peterborough, ON, K9H 3R3, Canada
Join us for our English Conversation Circle 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 is 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.

Thank you to the Peterborough Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA) for generously funding this group.

Northumberland English Conversation Group
2025-12-03 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-12-10 18:30 - 19:30 | New Canadians Centre – Northumberland Office, 600 William St., Cobourg, ON, K9A 5J6, Canada
Join our weekly English conversation group in Northumberland!

It is a great chance to improve your speaking and listening skills through friendly conversations. You can meet new people and learn more about life in Canada.

This is a drop-in group that meets every Wednesday at 6:30 PM.

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

English Conversation Circle (Online)
2025-12-03 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-12-10 18:30 - 19:30 | Online
Practice your English while meeting new people!

Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your language skills, we are here to help. Make new friends, and practice English online with Sylvia in a supportive community setting.

We look forward to seeing you in zoom and sharing great conversations!

This group 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 to register.

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

City of Kawartha Lakes - In Person NCC Settlement Services
2025-12-04 10:00 - 15:00 | VCCS Employment Services, 370 Kent St W, Unit 5, Lindsay, ON K9V 4T7
Newcomer Settlement Services in the City of Kawartha Lakes

We provide free and confidential services to newcomers, immigrants, and refugees: helping you settle, connect, and thrive.

Twice every month at VCCS Employment Services, 370 Kent St W Unit 5, Lindsay

Drop-in: 10:00am – 1:00pmAppointments: 1:00 – 3:00pm

To book an appointment or learn more, please contact Faye Tan, Manager of Settlement Services at faye@nccpeterborough.ca or (705) 761-6827.

Northumberland Festive Winter Potluck
2025-12-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Trinity United Church, 284 Division St., Cobourg, ON, K9A 3R1, Canada
Join us for a festive Winter Potluck as we celebrate the season with delicious food, warm company, and community spirit. Please bring one savoury dish (vegetarian or with meat) to share. Dessert will be provided!

To help keep everyone safe, kindly include a list of ingredients with your dish, and please avoid using peanuts.

We will also have a special visit from Santa Claus, who will greet children, hear their holiday wishes, and take photos.

Registration is required.

Rainbow Connections
2025-12-08 18:00 - 20:00 | ON
A welcoming space for queer or questioning 2SLGBTQIA+ newcomers

Join us for our Rainbow Connections gathering — a supportive, affirming space to connect, share experiences, and build community.

Enjoy crafts, conversation, and snacks in a warm, inclusive environment.

Registration required

To register and for more information about the location, please contact Yvonne at yvonne@nccpeterborough.ca

Intermediate-Advanced English (online)
2025-12-08 18:30 - 19:30 | Online
Continue developing your English skills in a welcoming and engaging environment!

This group is open to anyone who self-identifies as an intermediate or advanced English speaker.

Participants will have the opportunity to expand vocabulary, improve pronunciation, and express ideas more naturally in everyday and professional settings – all while connecting with others who share the same goal of improving their English communication skills.

Registration Required. Please email: activities@nccpeterborough.ca

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

Beginner English Group
2025-12-09 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 will teach you the basics of English in fun, creative, and supportive ways.

Care for Newcomer Children 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 Movie Night
2025-12-10 15:30 - 17:30 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
Calling high school-aged newcomer youth! Please join us for a movie night. There will be a hot cocoa bar and popcorn to enjoy.

For more information or to sign up, please contact Irene.
