New Canadians Centre

Try It Syrian Cuisine
2025-06-22 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
Join us for a delightful journey into Syrian Cuisine. Discover, learn, and savor Syrian staples such as Muhammara and Baba Ghanouj along with a few distinct dishes local to different Syrian regions.

This is a vegetarian Menu. Allergen warning: nuts.

Registration is required. This cooking class is limited to 20 people.

Please register at: https://ca.mar.medallia.com/syriancooking

Youth Volunteer Club
2025-06-23 00:00 - 23:59, 2025-06-30 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 Spanish Conversation Group (Online)
2025-06-23 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.

Not currently accepting new registrations

Farewell Meet-and-Greet for our ED, Andy Cragg
2025-06-24 15:00 - 17:00 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
Our Executive Director Andy Cragg will be stepping down at the end of June after six years in this position.

“Andy has made tangible, lasting contributions to the organization and Peterborough is a more inclusive and welcoming community because of his efforts. We are truly grateful for his dedicated service – he will be missed,” said board chair, Ghada Hussein.

Please join us to say farewell and thank you to Andy, and to wish him well.

All are welcome to join us on Tuesday June 24 between 3:00 and 5:00pm (speeches at 3.30pm).

For more information or if you have any questions, please contact:Marisa Kaczmarczyk at marisa@nccpeterborough.ca or Yvonne Lai at yvonne@nccpeterborough.ca, (705) 743 0882.

Food Handler Training & Certification Course
2025-06-25 08:45 - 16:00 | Peterborough Public Health Office, 185 King Street - 2nd Floor - Multipurpose Room, Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 2R8, Canada
Whether you’re working in a restaurant, food truck, or community kitchen, a Food Handler Certificate is essential for anyone who prepares or serves food to the public.

This one-day training will cover:

Food safety legislation

Foodborne illness and safety hazards

Safe food handling techniques

Personal hygiene for food handlers

Certificate issued upon successful completionExam available in multiple languages

Registration required – please contact Patrick today!

Around the World in Northumberland
2025-06-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Victoria Park, 138 Division St., Cobourg, ON, K9A 3P3, Canada
Let’s journey the cultural landscapes on Northumberland through music, and dance! Enjoy cultural performances by the Northumberland Multicultural Dance Troupe and snacks from around the world!

Please bring lawn chairs or blankets and meet us at the Pavillion. This is a free, family-friendly community event.

Northumberland English Conversation Group
2025-06-25 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-07-02 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-07-09 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-07-16 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 Youth (High-School) Employment Drop-in
2025-06-26 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.

Qi Gong for Charity
2025-06-26 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-07-03 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-07-10 19:00 - 20:00 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
Support Yourself. Support Your Community.

Join us for a 4-week Qi Gong series led by Jesse Gottlieb-Jacob of Peterborough Accupuncture. These drop-in classes are open to all and offer a relaxing and rejuvenating way to care for your mind and body — while giving back to the community.

Thursdays at 7:00 PM (June 19 – July 10)Friendship Room, New Canadians Centre (221 Romaine Street)Pay What You Can (PWYC)All proceeds support the New Canadians Centre and YES Shelter for Youth and Families.

No experience needed — just come as you are and enjoy the benefits of gentle movement, breathing, and connection.

Bowmanville Standard CPR & First-Aid Training
2025-06-27 09:00 - 16:00 | Bowmanville High School, 49 Liberty St. N, Bowmanville, Canada
Boost your job skills with this free full-day certification course in Standard CPR & First Aid – Level C. This training is a valuable addition to your resume and prepares you to confidently respond in emergency situations.

Space is limited – register today!

46th Anniversary Block Party!
2025-06-27 14:00 - 18:00 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
Join us as we celebrate 46 years of community and welcome with our neighbours! Head on down to Romaine St. in front of the New Canadians Centre for a fun-filled afternoon including musical performances, multicultural crafts, henna, face painting, a bouncy castle, and food! In addition, visit the Cultural Fair to learn about some of Peterborough’s multicultural and faith-based groups and their programming!

Please bring lawn chairs or blankets. This is a free, family-friendly community event.

Try Tennis (Full)
2025-06-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Quaker Park Tennis Club, 425 Driscoll Terrace, Peterborough, ON
(Edited May 13: All spaces filled) Ready, set, serve! Open to NCC clients (ages 8-16) who have not played before.

Participants receive a free racquet and a can of tennis balls at the end of the program.

5 Fridays starting May 30, ending June 27

Registration required.

Please contact Jessica at jessica@nccpeterborough.ca

Strawberry Picking at Burnham Family Farm
2025-06-29 10:30 - 11:30 | Burnham Family Farm Market, 7760 County Rd 2, Cobourg, Ontario, K9A 0X4, Canada
Come enjoy a sweet summer day with us picking fresh strawberries — one of Canada’s favorite seasonal activities! ? This is a great chance to spend time outdoors, connect with others, and enjoy the season.

A gift card will be provided to the first 15 families who register to help with strawberry purchases.

Want to join? Contact Anna to sign up.

Beginner Spanish Conversation Group (Online)
2025-06-30 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.

July 1st Office Closure
2025-07-01 00:00 - 23:59 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
The NCC offices will be closed Tuesday, July 1 (Canada Day) and resume regular hours Wednesday July 2.

Lessons From the Land
2025-07-01 09:30 - 13:00 | Canadian Canoe Museum, 2077 Ashburnham Drive, Peterborough, ON, K9L 1P8, Canada
The New Canadians Centre is committed to walking alongside Indigenous peoples, to celebrate Indigenous culture and knowledge, and to help heal and grow relationships between Indigenous Peoples and settlers.

July 1 represents an opportunity to pause and reflect on our path forward. We invite you to join us every July 1 for an important day of learning and reflection with programs and activities at “Lessons from the Land” in Nogojiwanong.

All activities are family-friendly. Children should be accompanied by a caregiver.

Please bring a reusable water bottle, a dish pack (bowl, plate, spoon, fork) and snacks; there is a water fountain on-site. Lunch will be provided by Thomas Olszewski’s Grandfather’s Kitchen.

Please bring your own chair or blanket, as activities will be conducted on the grass as much as possible.

Check out the full schedule here

Summer English Conversation Group with Ben
2025-07-04 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-07-11 13:00 - 14:00 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
During the summer, we are hosting three groups to learn English together through friendly and engaging conversations.

Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your language skills, our groups are here to help. Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea, make new friends, and practice English in a supportive community setting.

We look forward to seeing you there and sharing great conversations!

Care for Newcomer Children (CNC) Childcare is available on request each week during the sessions at the NCC.

This program is free for clients of the New Canadians Centre. Registration Required.

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

Summer English Conversation Group with Christie
2025-07-08 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-07-15 12:00 - 13:00 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
During the summer, we are hosting three groups to learn English together through friendly and engaging conversations.

Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your language skills, our groups are here to help. Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea, make new friends, and practice English in a supportive community setting.

We look forward to seeing you there and sharing great conversations!

Care for Newcomer Children (CNC) Childcare is available on request each week during the sessions at the NCC.

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.

Coffee and Conversation Summer Group
2025-07-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-07-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Cork & Bean Peterborough, 382 George St N, Peterborough, ON, K9H 3R3, Canada
Coffee and Conversation group at Cork and Bean in Peterborough.

This is a relaxed and enjoyable space to improve your English through informal conversation over a cup of coffee. The group will meet every Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Marcia will be leading the group, and it’s a great chance to practice speaking in a friendly, supportive environment. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this will be a fun way to connect with others while enjoying your favorite 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.

Crochet Class - FULL
2025-07-10 12:00 - 14:00 | New Canadians Centre, 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2C3, Canada
We are excited to launch a new Crochet Class with our wonderful volunteer Caroline!

Join us every Thursday starting July 10 at the NCC for 8 weeks of fun, creativity, and connection.

Whether you are a beginner or looking to improve your skills, this class is a great way to learn and relax in a welcoming space.

All materials will be provided.

Care for Newcomer Children (CNC) Childminding will provided

Please register to secure your spot.

This series is full. Please contact Boutheina if you would like to be added to the waitlng list.

Pow Wow Trip Northumberland
2025-07-12 15:00 - 20:00 | New Canadians Centre – Northumberland Office, 600 William St., Cobourg, ON, K9A 5J6, Canada
Join us for a special trip to the Alderville First Nation’s Annual Traditional Pow Wow — a social gathering of Indigenous peoples featuring traditional dancing, singing, drumming, and community celebration.

Transportation will be provided. We will meet at 600 Williams Street, Cobourg at 10:15 AM.

Entry fees for all participants will be covered.

The Pow Wow takes place outdoors. Please bring sun protection, water bottles, lawn chairs, and snacks. If you would like to purchase food or items from vendors, please bring cash.

Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Please register by July 8
