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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T200000
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UID:24166-1770235200-1770240600@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Regional webinar\, Edmonton AB: ‘The Post-Arrival Responsibilities of Sponsors in the PSR Program – Part 2 of 2’ (For Groups of 5 & Community Sponsors)
DESCRIPTION:This is the second and final part of the Post-Arrival Responsibilities webinar series for sponsors in the Edmonton Alberta region. The series started started on January 28th – providing advanced sponsor guidance and an exploration of scenarios that may arise after a newcomer’s arrival to Canada. Participants will learn how to navigate self-destination and secondary migration\, understand post-arrival monitoring and Program Assurance activities\, and manage expectations while upholding ethical considerations. \nYou’ll learn about: \n• Self-Destination & Secondary Migration \n• Post-Arrival Monitoring and Program Assurance \n• Managing expectations and ethical considerations \n• Best practices for ongoing support of newcomers \n• Financial responsibilities of sponsors \n• RAP rates and how they are applied \n• Using the Minimum Financial Calculator tool \n• Settlement responsibilities before and after arrival \n• Available RSTP resources \n*Please note\, this webinar is intended for Groups of 5 & Community Sponsors in the PSR program. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/regional-webinar-edmonton-ab-the-post-arrival-responsibilities-of-sponsors-in-the-psr-program-part-2-of-2-for-groups-of-5-community-sponsors/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Community Sponsors,Webinar (Virtual attendance)
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ORGANIZER;CN="Meghri Nerses":MAILTO:mnerses@rstp.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T200000
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UID:24355-1770314400-1770321600@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Regional webinar (GTA\, ON): 'Connecting for Employment: A Virtual Networking Event' (For PSR Sponsors & Newcomers)
DESCRIPTION:An energizing virtual networking event designed to connect refugee sponsors and refugee newcomers with Settlement Provider Organizations (SPOs) in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Join us for a collaborative and practical learning experience that can open doors to employment opportunities for the newcomers that you support. \nWhether you are a new or experienced sponsor\, you’ll walk away with valuable insights\, stronger partnerships\, and concrete tools to help refugee newcomers navigate their employment journey in Canada. \nHave questions? Please contact RSTP trainer May Amouri at mamouri@rstp.ca or Lubna Bajjali at lbajjali@rstp.ca \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/regional-webinar-gta-on-connecting-for-employment-a-virtual-networking-event-for-psr-sponsors-newcomers/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Community Sponsors,Webinar (Virtual attendance)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T171315Z
UID:24431-1771074000-1771077600@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Regional webinar\, Greater Toronto Area: 'Fulfilling IRCC’s Post-Arrival Responsibilities for the PSR Program' (For Groups of 5 & Community Sponsors)
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide an overview of sponsors’ post-arrival responsibilities under the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) Program as required by IRCC. Participants will gain a clear understanding of both financial and settlement obligations and learn how to ensure compliance while effectively supporting newcomers. \nLearn about: \n\nFinancial responsibilities and RAP rates\nHow to Calculate the Level of financial support using the online Minimum Financial Support Calculator\nSettlement responsibilities\nIRCC’s Post-Arrival Monitoring and Program Assurance Activities\nManaging expectations and ethical considerations\nBest practices for ongoing support of newcomers\nAvailable RSTP resources for Sponsors\n\n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/regional-webinar-greater-toronto-area-fulfilling-irccs-post-arrival-responsibilities-for-the-psr-program-for-groups-of-5-community-sponsors/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Community Sponsors,Webinar (Virtual attendance)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T053117
CREATED:20260206T190514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T155708Z
UID:24390-1771869600-1771876800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar: 'Walkthrough of the PR Portal for invited parties' (For SAHs and their CG's & Co-sponsors)
DESCRIPTION:Please note\, this webinar is strictly for Sponsorship Agreement Holders (SAHs) and their Constituent Groups and Co-Sponsors.\nPlease join us for a demonstration how to submit Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) sponsorship applications on IRCC’s Permanent Residence Portal (PR Portal) for sponsors and/or refugee applicants who are invited to a sponsorship application. Attendees will learn about the steps that invited sponsors and/or principal applicants will need to take to create an account\, access the application they have been invited to\, complete the parts specific to them\, and upload required information. \nRegister Here\nhttps://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4574868225261176157
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-walkthrough-of-the-pr-portal-for-invited-parties-for-sahs-and-their-cgs-co-sponsors/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Community Sponsors,Monthly Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T143000
DTSTAMP:20260419T053117
CREATED:20260221T043632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T044905Z
UID:24443-1772024400-1772029800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar: ‘Preparing for the PSR Interview’ (For Groups of 5 & Community Sponsors)
DESCRIPTION:Preparing a refugee for their visa interview can set them up for success and lead to a positive decision. \nAttend this training session\, designed to empower you\, and the refugee(s) you are sponsoring. You’ll get the knowledge and tools to effectively guide & support the sponsored refugees. This session is particularly helpful if the refugee is already waiting for an interview date. \nDuring this interactive training\, we will: \n Demystify the interview process \n Understand the interview’s purpose and the Visa officer’s key goals. \n Learn how to coach refugees so they can navigate their interview with clarity and confidence. \n Encourage effective communication – emphasizing the importance of truthful\, complete answers and how to empower refugees to speak up to provide clarification when needed. \n  \nRegister Here\n  \nThis webinar is for: Groups of Five (PSR program)\, Community Sponsors (PSR program)\, Refugee applicants (PSR program)
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-preparing-for-the-psr-interview-for-groups-of-5-community-sponsors/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Community Sponsors,Webinar (Virtual attendance)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T130000
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UID:24493-1772107200-1772110800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar: 'BVOR Pre-Arrival Orientation: Ready to Welcome Refugees' (For BVOR program sponsors)
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for the arrival of the refugees you sponsored with this info-packed webinar all about: \n– calculating a budget\n– understanding and accessing RAP support\n– planning for the first few days and weeks after arrival\n– connecting to settlement support and other local resources\n– communication before and after arrival
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-online-bvor-pre-arrival-orientation-ready-to-welcome-refugees-for-bvor-program-sponsors/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Groups of Five,Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Community Sponsors,Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR),Webinar (Virtual attendance)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T154500
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UID:24445-1772114400-1772120700@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Regional webinar\, British Columbia: 'SPO Networking Forum - Free Settlement Services Info Session for BC Sponsors'
DESCRIPTION:As per their obligations under the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) Program\, private refugee sponsoring groups (Groups of Five\, Community Sponsors\, and Sponsorship Agreement Holders) are responsible for making sure the basic settlement needs of the newcomers they are met during their first twelve months here. \nThis can be a daunting task\, but sponsors don’t have to do it alone! Connect with a Settlement Provider Organizations (SPOs) and receive support from trained professionals. \nSettlement workers complement and enhance the settlement support given by private sponsorship groups. By working together\, private sponsors and SPO staff can improve the settlement and integration journeys of sponsored refugees. \nWith guest Speakers from settlement provider organizations MOSAIC\, S.U.C.C.E.S.S.\, ISS of BC\, and Impact North Shore \n  \nYou’ll learn about: \n Free post-arrival settlement and integration programs \n Service eligibility requirements & registration \n Meet local settlement organizations that provide these services in Metro Vancouver\, BC \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/regional-webinar-british-columbia-spo-networking-forum-free-settlement-services-info-session-for-bc-sponsors/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Community Sponsors,Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR),Vancouver,Webinar (Virtual attendance)
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