Bhisham Ramoutar
An Evening of Storytelling – Celebrating National Volunteer Week
OnlineCelebrating the Impact of Volunteers in Peterborough The New Canadians Centre is fortunate to have over 400 dedicated and passionate volunteers who day in and day out impact the lives of our new Canadian friends. From tutoring English to leading language and social groups to welcoming and supporting new families, these volunteers touch the lives…
Storytelling & Community Radio for Newcomers Workshop Series
OnlineAre you interested in learning how to make radio? This 6-session workshop series provides hands-on training in storytelling and technical skills in radio production. Recording devices and gear will be provided to all participants for free. Learn how to develop and share stories about yourself and your experiences on the radio through storytelling and audio…
“Building A Home” Book Reading & Activities – A Family Literacy Day 2022 Event
OnlineCelebrate Family Literacy With Us! Building A Home tells the stories of six children from Syria, Kazakhstan, Mexico, and Pakistan who are now living, playing, and going to school in Nogojiwanong-Peterborough. The children’s book is commissioned by the NCC, and written & illustrated by Casandra Lee. Join us for a reading of the book by…
Storytelling Circle Workshop Series
New Canadians Centre 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, CanadaWe All Have A Story Within Us. Are You Ready To Discover Yours? Storytelling is a powerful and useful skill to develop. It can help us discover ourselves, build community and connection, and even market ourselves. There are many stories when we move to and settle in new countries. This 6-session series provides a space…
French Conversation Group
OnlineDevelop your skills in Canada’s second language 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 to beginners. This group is currently being offered online via Zoom, and is free for NCC…
Introduction to Pow Wows Info-Session
OnlineLearn about Pow Wows before you visit the Curve Lake Pow Wow this year! Pow Wows are a gathering that honours and celebrates Indigenous culture. The annual gathering celebrates the renewal of life and old friendships and the forming of new ones. It often involves traditional dancing, drumming, singing, ceremony, and food. The Curve Lake…
“The Everyday Future” – Tour en Español y Charla con el Artista José Luis Torres
Art Gallery of Peterborough 250 Crescent St, Peterborough, ON, Canada¿Cómo se siente ser desplazado? ¿Qué le hace a tu sentido de identidad y a tu sentido de quién eres cuando pierdes tu hogar? ¿Cómo podemos hablar de estos temas si no compartimos el mismo idioma? Acompaña al artista José Luis Torres para un recorrido en vivo de su exposición interactiva "The Everyday Future" que…
“Introduction to Home Maintenance for Women” Workshop Series (FULL)
New Canadians Centre 221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, ON, CanadaEdited December 18: This program is now full. If you would like to be added to a waitlist, please contact Bhisham at [email protected] Release your inner handywoman! We Can Do It! Want to learn how to fix that squeaky door or those leaky taps? Here's your chance! Join us for this 5-session series to learn…
Mexican Cooking with Clay Pots
St. James United Church 221 Romaine St., Peterborough, ON, CanadaOrganised in partnership with Public EnergyFacilitated by Diana Lopez Soto, a visiting artist and performer at Public Energy Wednesday March 275:30-7:30pmIn-person at St. James United Church (221 Romaine St.) Learn to cook black beans and rice using Mexican terracotta cooking vessels with Diana Lopez Soto. We will be using terracotta vessels to cook black beans. We will…