New Canadians Centre

Beginner French Conversation Group (online)
2026-01-06 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-01-13 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Toronto) | 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
2026-01-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-14 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.

Parent Child Mother Goose
2026-01-07 10:15 - 11:15, 2026-01-14 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 (0-24 months). 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 provides the opportunity for families new to Canada and families in the community to connect with one another and the library.

NCC Clients register with: Jessica Devlin: jessica@nccpeterborough.ca

For community families please register with the library: libraryprograms@peterborough.ca

English Conversation Circle (Online)
2026-01-07 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-01-14 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
2026-01-08 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.

Women's Group
2026-01-08 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-01-15 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 activities@nccpeterborough.ca

Lakefield College School Katchewanooka Scholarship Info-Session
2026-01-08 16:00 - 17:00 | Online
Do you have a child starting high school in 2026?

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 2026) 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.

This info-session will be hosted online via ZOOM.

Registration is required – please contact Jess: jessica@nccpeterborough.ca; (705) 743-0882

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

Intermediate-Advanced French Conversation Group (online)
2026-01-08 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-01-15 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

Get Ready for Your Canadian Citizenship Test!
2026-01-08 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Online
Are you preparing to take the Canadian Citizenship Test? Let’s help you get ready with confidence!

Join our 10-week Citizenship Test Preparation Course, starting Thursday, January 8, 2025, from 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM on Zoom.

Together, we’ll review all sections of the test, follow the Discover Canada guide, and practice with sample questions. Sessions are led by retired teacher Barry Adams, who will help you feel well-prepared and supported every step of the way.

Open to NCC clients in Peterborough, Northumberland, and the City of Kawartha Lakes.

Registration required – please contact Faye.

English Conversation Circle
2026-01-09 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-16 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.

Building Youth Resilience Through Sports
2026-01-09 16:00 - 17:30 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
Join Building Youth Resilience Through Sports, a free program for NCC clients ages 14–18.

This inclusive program welcomes girls and boys to stay active, build confidence, and strengthen teamwork and leadership skills through guided sports and group activities in a supportive environment.

Participants will have the chance to connect with peers, develop resilience both on and off the field, and enjoy free snacks with all equipment provided. No prior sports experience is needed.

Registration required: bit.ly/youthsport2026

Powered by a youth application to the “Make an Impact” Microgrant Program at Trent University.

Beginner English Group (online)
2026-01-12 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-01-19 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
2026-01-12 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-01-19 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)
2026-01-12 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.

Intermediate-Advanced English (online)
2026-01-12 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: info@nccpeterborough.ca, (705) 743-0882

Beginner English Group
2026-01-13 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.

Breaking into the Sector (BITS) Info-Session (Online)
2026-01-13 16:00 - 17:00 | Online
Build Your Skills Bit by Bit: A New Opportunity in Construction & Manufacturing

Are you 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.

The BITS Program is funded by ESDC – Youth Employment & Skills Strategy

Ready to apply? Check out the details below and register here

Northumberland English Conversation Group
2026-01-14 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.

Newcomer Storytelling Program
2026-01-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Artspace, 378 Aylmer Street, Peterborough, Ontario, K9H 3V8, Canada
Join us for a 6-week series – through guided activities and supportive discussions, you will learn to reflect on, craft, and tell your stories.

January 15 – February 19Thursday evenings 6-8 PMArtspace – 378 Aylmer St N Suite 4, Peterborough, ON K9H 3V8

Please contact Mauricio at mauricio@nccpeterborough.ca to register or for more information.

Get Active and Connect – Pickleball & Social Time!
2026-01-18 11:00 - 13:00 | Cobourg Community Centre, 750 D'Arcy St, Cobourg, ON, K9A 0G1, Canada
Bring your family and join us for a fun and welcoming afternoon at the Cobourg Community Centre!

Participants can enjoy playing pickleball with guidance from an instructor or spend time connecting with others in a friendly social space.

Food will be provided for all participants. This event is organized in cooperation with the Cobourg Community Centre and is a great opportunity to stay active, meet new people, and enjoy time together.

Registration is required by January 15.
