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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T130000
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UID:10000688-1750165200-1750168800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Info Session about the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) with Service Canada
DESCRIPTION:This 1-hour info session hosted by the Refugee Sponsorship Training Program (RSTP) with guest presenters from Service Canada is open to all refugee sponsors (all programs) and sponsored refugee newcomers across Canada. \nLearn about the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) and how it helps to make the cost of dental care more affordable for eligible Canadian residents. Applications are now open for all eligible adults and children. There will be an opportunity to ask questions during this info session. \nWhat we will cover during this session:\n>Eligibility criteria such as income\, residency status & income tax requirements.\n>A brief overview of the application & approval process\n>co-payment costs\n>how to find an oral health care provider\n>A short navigation tutorial of the canada.ca/dental website \n  \nRegister Here\nPlease note this webinar starts at 1 PM Eastern Time and is 1-hour long. Registration is required. \n 
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/dentalcare-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Community Sponsors,Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR),Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lubna Bajjali":MAILTO:lbajjali@rstp.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T150000
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CREATED:20250402T160016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T160054Z
UID:10000303-1747227600-1747234800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Scam Awareness & Fraud Prevention Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Scams and fraud are becoming more sophisticated\, especially with the rise of the use of artificial intelligence (AI) generated informatoin and media in in fraudulent activities. Anyone can become a target – newcomers like sponsored refugees who are still adjusting to life in Canada are especially vulnerable as they may not be familiar with these threats…yet! \nSponsors and refugee newcomers are encouraged to join this info session for an opportunity to learn how to to recognize threats and prevent potential negative outcomes if they are targeted. \nA guest speaker from MOSAIC (a settlement provider organization) will also join us during this session to present about the topic. \nRegister Here\nPlease note: this virtual info session starts at 1 pm EDT / 10 am PDT – it is 2 hours long and will be hosted on ZOOM.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/22774/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Community Sponsors,Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR),Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/scam-awareness.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T150000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20250402T160016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T160016Z
UID:10000667-1747227600-1747234800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Scam Awareness & Fraud Prevention Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Scams and fraud are becoming more sophisticated\, especially with the rise of the use of artificial intelligence (AI) generated informatoin and media in in fraudulent activities. Anyone can become a target – newcomers like sponsored refugees who are still adjusting to life in Canada are especially vulnerable as they may not be familiar with these threats…yet! \nSponsors and refugee newcomers are encouraged to join this info session for an opportunity to learn how to to recognize threats and prevent potential negative outcomes if they are targeted. \nA guest speaker from MOSAIC (a settlement provider organization) will also join us during this session to present about the topic. \nRegister Here\nPlease note: this virtual info session starts at 1 pm EDT / 10 am PDT – it is 2 hours long and will be hosted on ZOOM.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/22774-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Community Sponsors,Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR),Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/scam-awareness.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T210000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20250425T163057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T171705Z
UID:10000319-1745866800-1745874000@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Ask RSTP Anything About the Permanent Residence (PR) Portal - for the Temporary Public Policy to Sponsor Sudanese Refugees.’ (G5/CS)
DESCRIPTION:*Note: This session will be held in English. \nIf you belong to a Group of Five or a Community Sponsorship Group and are planning to apply for a sponsorship under the Temporary Public Policy to Facilitate the Sponsorship of Sudanese Refugees\, join this session to learn how to submit your application online! \nPaper applications are no longer accepted\, during this session you will learn: \n\nHow to access the online Permanent Residence Portal\nHow to access the application documents\nHow to submit your application documents online.\n\nPlease feel free to bring your questions! Our RSTP trainer will be available to answer them live. \nRegister Here\nThis webinar starts at 7 PM Eastern Time.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/ask-rstp-anything-about-the-permanent-residence-pr-portal-for-the-temporary-public-policy-to-sponsor-sudanese-refugees-g5-cs/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Sponsors,Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/PR-Portal-for-TPP.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T210000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20250425T163057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T163057Z
UID:10000681-1745866800-1745874000@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Ask RSTP Anything About the Permanent Residence (PR) Portal - for the Temporary Public Policy to Sponsor Sudanese Refugees.’ (G5/CS)
DESCRIPTION:*Note: This session will be held in English. \nIf you belong to a Group of Five or a Community Sponsorship Group and are planning to apply for a sponsorship under the Temporary Public Policy to Facilitate the Sponsorship of Sudanese Refugees\, join this session to learn how to submit your application online! \nPaper applications are no longer accepted\, during this session you will learn: \n\nHow to access the online Permanent Residence Portal\nHow to access the application documents\nHow to submit your application documents online.\n\nPlease feel free to bring your questions! Our RSTP trainer will be available to answer them live. \nRegister Here\nThis webinar starts at 7 PM Eastern Time.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/ask-rstp-anything-about-the-permanent-residence-pr-portal-for-the-temporary-public-policy-to-sponsor-sudanese-refugees-g5-cs-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Sponsors,Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/PR-Portal-for-TPP.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T143000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20250425T160428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T191926Z
UID:10000318-1745672400-1745677800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:(Session in English) Ask RSTP Anything about Sponsoring Sudanese refugees under the Temporary Public Policy for Groups of 5 and Community Sponsors
DESCRIPTION:*This session will be delivered in English. \nIRCC has announced a temporary public policy that enables Groups of Five and Community Sponsors to sponsor Sudanese refugees who do not have a refugee status document issued by the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR)\, or a foreign state\, which formally recognizes the applicant as a refugee. RSTP is inviting all interested sponsorship groups to attend this virtual session with RSTP Trainers and ask any general questions you may have about the temporary public policy\, sponsorship application process\, eligibility criteria or sponsors’ responsibilities. \n  \nRegister Here\nPlease note: IRCC will only accept new applications from Groups of Five and Community Sponsors for Sudanese refugees. You cannot submit new Group of Five or Community Sponsor applications for other refugee populations as there is a temporary pause in effect until December 31\, 2025. \nFurther information about this policy is available at: \n\nResettling Sudanese nationals affected by the crisis in Sudan – Canada.ca\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/sponsoring-sudanese-refugees-under-the-temporary-public-policy-for-groups-of-five-and-community-sponsors-6/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Sponsors,Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/TPP-English.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T143000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20250425T160428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T160428Z
UID:10000680-1745672400-1745677800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:(Session in English) Ask RSTP Anything about Sponsoring Sudanese refugees under the Temporary Public Policy for Groups of 5 and Community Sponsors
DESCRIPTION:*This session will be delivered in English. \nIRCC has announced a temporary public policy that enables Groups of Five and Community Sponsors to sponsor Sudanese refugees who do not have a refugee status document issued by the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR)\, or a foreign state\, which formally recognizes the applicant as a refugee. RSTP is inviting all interested sponsorship groups to attend this virtual session with RSTP Trainers and ask any general questions you may have about the temporary public policy\, sponsorship application process\, eligibility criteria or sponsors’ responsibilities. \n  \nRegister Here\nPlease note: IRCC will only accept new applications from Groups of Five and Community Sponsors for Sudanese refugees. You cannot submit new Group of Five or Community Sponsor applications for other refugee populations as there is a temporary pause in effect until December 31\, 2025. \nFurther information about this policy is available at: \n\nResettling Sudanese nationals affected by the crisis in Sudan – Canada.ca\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/sponsoring-sudanese-refugees-under-the-temporary-public-policy-for-groups-of-five-and-community-sponsors-6-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Sponsors,Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/TPP-English.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T200000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20250425T160117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T191803Z
UID:10000317-1745605800-1745611200@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:(Session in Arabic) سأل أي سؤال -جلسة أسئلة وأجوبة باللغة العربية / Ask RSTP Anything about Sponsoring Sudanese refugees under the Temporary Public Policy for Groups of 5 and Community Sponsors
DESCRIPTION:*This session will be delivered in Arabic. \n*This session will be delivered in Arabic language IRCC has announced a temporary public policy that enables Groups of Five and Community Sponsors to sponsor Sudanese refugees who do not have a refugee status document issued by the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR)\, or a foreign state\, which formally recognizes the applicant as a refugee. RSTP is inviting all interested sponsorship groups to attend this virtual session with RSTP Trainers and ask any general questions you may have about the temporary public policy\, sponsorship application process\, eligibility criteria or sponsors’ responsibilities. \n  \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/arabic-sponsoring-sudanese-refugees-under-the-temporary-public-policy-for-groups-of-five-and-community-sponsors-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Sponsors,Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/TPP-Arabic.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T200000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20250425T160117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T160117Z
UID:10000679-1745605800-1745611200@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:(Session in Arabic) سأل أي سؤال -جلسة أسئلة وأجوبة باللغة العربية / Ask RSTP Anything about Sponsoring Sudanese refugees under the Temporary Public Policy for Groups of 5 and Community Sponsors
DESCRIPTION:*This session will be delivered in Arabic. \n*This session will be delivered in Arabic language IRCC has announced a temporary public policy that enables Groups of Five and Community Sponsors to sponsor Sudanese refugees who do not have a refugee status document issued by the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR)\, or a foreign state\, which formally recognizes the applicant as a refugee. RSTP is inviting all interested sponsorship groups to attend this virtual session with RSTP Trainers and ask any general questions you may have about the temporary public policy\, sponsorship application process\, eligibility criteria or sponsors’ responsibilities. \n  \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/arabic-sponsoring-sudanese-refugees-under-the-temporary-public-policy-for-groups-of-five-and-community-sponsors-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Sponsors,Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/TPP-Arabic.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T203000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20250410T155812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T160825Z
UID:10000316-1745346600-1745353800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Sponsoring Sudanese Refugees under the Temporary Public Policy for Groups of Five and Community Sponsors
DESCRIPTION:IRCC has announced a temporary public policy that enables Groups of Five and Community Sponsors to sponsor Sudanese refugees who do not have a refugee status document issued by the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR)\, or a foreign state\, which formally recognizes the applicant as a refugee. \nRSTP is inviting all interested sponsorship groups to attend this training session and learn more about this temporary public policy\, sponsorship application process\, eligibility criteria and sponsors’ responsibilities. The training session will cover the following: \n– The details of the temporary public policy \n– Who can sponsor under this temporary public policy \n– Who can be sponsored under this temporary public policy \n– What are sponsors’ financial and settlement responsibilities \n– How to apply \n  \nRegister Here\n  \nPlease note: IRCC will only accept new applications from Groups of Five and Community Sponsors for Sudanese refugees. You cannot submit new Group of Five or Community Sponsor applications for other refugee populations as there is a temporary pause in effect until December 31\, 2025. \nFurther information about this policy is available at: \n\nResettling Sudanese nationals affected by the crisis in Sudan – Canada.ca
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/sponsoring-sudanese-refugees-under-the-temporary-public-policy-for-groups-of-five-and-community-sponsors-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Community Sponsors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/TPP-English.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T203000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20250410T155812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T155812Z
UID:10000678-1745346600-1745353800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Sponsoring Sudanese Refugees under the Temporary Public Policy for Groups of Five and Community Sponsors
DESCRIPTION:IRCC has announced a temporary public policy that enables Groups of Five and Community Sponsors to sponsor Sudanese refugees who do not have a refugee status document issued by the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR)\, or a foreign state\, which formally recognizes the applicant as a refugee. \nRSTP is inviting all interested sponsorship groups to attend this training session and learn more about this temporary public policy\, sponsorship application process\, eligibility criteria and sponsors’ responsibilities. The training session will cover the following: \n– The details of the temporary public policy \n– Who can sponsor under this temporary public policy \n– Who can be sponsored under this temporary public policy \n– What are sponsors’ financial and settlement responsibilities \n– How to apply \n  \nRegister Here\n  \nPlease note: IRCC will only accept new applications from Groups of Five and Community Sponsors for Sudanese refugees. You cannot submit new Group of Five or Community Sponsor applications for other refugee populations as there is a temporary pause in effect until December 31\, 2025. \nFurther information about this policy is available at: \n\nResettling Sudanese nationals affected by the crisis in Sudan – Canada.ca
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/sponsoring-sudanese-refugees-under-the-temporary-public-policy-for-groups-of-five-and-community-sponsors-3-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Community Sponsors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/TPP-English.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T230000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20250410T155645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T160723Z
UID:10000315-1744923600-1744930800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Sponsoring Sudanese Refugees under the Temporary Public Policy for Groups of Five and Community Sponsors
DESCRIPTION:IRCC has announced a temporary public policy that enables Groups of Five and Community Sponsors to sponsor Sudanese refugees who do not have a refugee status document issued by the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR)\, or a foreign state\, which formally recognizes the applicant as a refugee. \nRSTP is inviting all interested sponsorship groups to attend this training session and learn more about this temporary public policy\, sponsorship application process\, eligibility criteria and sponsors’ responsibilities. The training session will cover the following: \n– The details of the temporary public policy \n– Who can sponsor under this temporary public policy \n– Who can be sponsored under this temporary public policy \n– What are sponsors’ financial and settlement responsibilities \n– How to apply \n  \nRegister Here\n  \nPlease note: IRCC will only accept new applications from Groups of Five and Community Sponsors for Sudanese refugees. You cannot submit new Group of Five or Community Sponsor applications for other refugee populations as there is a temporary pause in effect until December 31\, 2025. \nFurther information about this policy is available at: \n\nResettling Sudanese nationals affected by the crisis in Sudan – Canada.ca
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/sponsoring-sudanese-refugees-under-the-temporary-public-policy-for-groups-of-five-and-community-sponsors-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Community Sponsors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/TPP-English.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T230000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20250410T155645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T155645Z
UID:10000677-1744923600-1744930800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Sponsoring Sudanese Refugees under the Temporary Public Policy for Groups of Five and Community Sponsors
DESCRIPTION:IRCC has announced a temporary public policy that enables Groups of Five and Community Sponsors to sponsor Sudanese refugees who do not have a refugee status document issued by the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR)\, or a foreign state\, which formally recognizes the applicant as a refugee. \nRSTP is inviting all interested sponsorship groups to attend this training session and learn more about this temporary public policy\, sponsorship application process\, eligibility criteria and sponsors’ responsibilities. The training session will cover the following: \n– The details of the temporary public policy \n– Who can sponsor under this temporary public policy \n– Who can be sponsored under this temporary public policy \n– What are sponsors’ financial and settlement responsibilities \n– How to apply \n  \nRegister Here\n  \nPlease note: IRCC will only accept new applications from Groups of Five and Community Sponsors for Sudanese refugees. You cannot submit new Group of Five or Community Sponsor applications for other refugee populations as there is a temporary pause in effect until December 31\, 2025. \nFurther information about this policy is available at: \n\nResettling Sudanese nationals affected by the crisis in Sudan – Canada.ca
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/sponsoring-sudanese-refugees-under-the-temporary-public-policy-for-groups-of-five-and-community-sponsors-5-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Community Sponsors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/TPP-English.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T150000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20250410T155256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T160536Z
UID:10000314-1744808400-1744815600@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Sponsoring Sudanese Refugees under the Temporary Public Policy for Groups of Five and Community Sponsors
DESCRIPTION:IRCC has announced a temporary public policy that enables Groups of Five and Community Sponsors to sponsor Sudanese refugees who do not have a refugee status document issued by the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR)\, or a foreign state\, which formally recognizes the applicant as a refugee. \nRSTP is inviting all interested sponsorship groups to attend this training session and learn more about this temporary public policy\, sponsorship application process\, eligibility criteria and sponsors’ responsibilities. The training session will cover the following: \n– The details of the temporary public policy \n– Who can sponsor under this temporary public policy \n– Who can be sponsored under this temporary public policy \n– What are sponsors’ financial and settlement responsibilities \n– How to apply \nRegister Here\n  \nPlease note: IRCC will only accept new applications from Groups of Five and Community Sponsors for Sudanese refugees. You cannot submit new Group of Five or Community Sponsor applications for other refugee populations as there is a temporary pause in effect until December 31\, 2025. \nFurther information about this policy is available at: \n\nResettling Sudanese nationals affected by the crisis in Sudan – Canada.ca\n\n 
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/sponsoring-sudanese-refugees-under-the-temporary-public-policy-for-groups-of-five-and-community-sponsors-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Community Sponsors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/TPP-English.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T150000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20250410T155256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T155256Z
UID:10000676-1744808400-1744815600@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Sponsoring Sudanese Refugees under the Temporary Public Policy for Groups of Five and Community Sponsors
DESCRIPTION:IRCC has announced a temporary public policy that enables Groups of Five and Community Sponsors to sponsor Sudanese refugees who do not have a refugee status document issued by the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR)\, or a foreign state\, which formally recognizes the applicant as a refugee. \nRSTP is inviting all interested sponsorship groups to attend this training session and learn more about this temporary public policy\, sponsorship application process\, eligibility criteria and sponsors’ responsibilities. The training session will cover the following: \n– The details of the temporary public policy \n– Who can sponsor under this temporary public policy \n– Who can be sponsored under this temporary public policy \n– What are sponsors’ financial and settlement responsibilities \n– How to apply \nRegister Here\n  \nPlease note: IRCC will only accept new applications from Groups of Five and Community Sponsors for Sudanese refugees. You cannot submit new Group of Five or Community Sponsor applications for other refugee populations as there is a temporary pause in effect until December 31\, 2025. \nFurther information about this policy is available at: \n\nResettling Sudanese nationals affected by the crisis in Sudan – Canada.ca\n\n 
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/sponsoring-sudanese-refugees-under-the-temporary-public-policy-for-groups-of-five-and-community-sponsors-4-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Community Sponsors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/TPP-English.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T200000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20250410T155130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T160001Z
UID:10000312-1744653600-1744660800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Sponsoring Sudanese Refugees under the Temporary Public Policy for Groups of Five and Community Sponsors
DESCRIPTION:IRCC has announced a temporary public policy that enables Groups of Five and Community Sponsors to sponsor Sudanese refugees who do not have a refugee status document issued by the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR)\, or a foreign state\, which formally recognizes the applicant as a refugee. \nRSTP is inviting all interested sponsorship groups to attend this training session and learn more about this temporary public policy\, sponsorship application process\, eligibility criteria and sponsors’ responsibilities. The training session will cover the following: \n– The details of the temporary public policy \n– Who can sponsor under this temporary public policy \n– Who can be sponsored under this temporary public policy \n– What are sponsors’ financial and settlement responsibilities \n– How to apply \n  \nRegister Here\n  \nPlease note: IRCC will only accept new applications from Groups of Five and Community Sponsors for Sudanese refugees. You cannot submit new Group of Five or Community Sponsor applications for other refugee populations as there is a temporary pause in effect until December 31\, 2025. \nFurther information about this policy is available at: \n\nResettling Sudanese nationals affected by the crisis in Sudan – Canada.ca
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/sponsoring-sudanese-refugees-under-the-temporary-public-policy-for-groups-of-five-and-community-sponsors-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Community Sponsors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/TPP-English.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T200000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20250410T155130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T155130Z
UID:10000675-1744653600-1744660800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Sponsoring Sudanese Refugees under the Temporary Public Policy for Groups of Five and Community Sponsors
DESCRIPTION:IRCC has announced a temporary public policy that enables Groups of Five and Community Sponsors to sponsor Sudanese refugees who do not have a refugee status document issued by the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR)\, or a foreign state\, which formally recognizes the applicant as a refugee. \nRSTP is inviting all interested sponsorship groups to attend this training session and learn more about this temporary public policy\, sponsorship application process\, eligibility criteria and sponsors’ responsibilities. The training session will cover the following: \n– The details of the temporary public policy \n– Who can sponsor under this temporary public policy \n– Who can be sponsored under this temporary public policy \n– What are sponsors’ financial and settlement responsibilities \n– How to apply \n  \nRegister Here\n  \nPlease note: IRCC will only accept new applications from Groups of Five and Community Sponsors for Sudanese refugees. You cannot submit new Group of Five or Community Sponsor applications for other refugee populations as there is a temporary pause in effect until December 31\, 2025. \nFurther information about this policy is available at: \n\nResettling Sudanese nationals affected by the crisis in Sudan – Canada.ca
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/sponsoring-sudanese-refugees-under-the-temporary-public-policy-for-groups-of-five-and-community-sponsors-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Community Sponsors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/TPP-English.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T150000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20250410T155007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T155842Z
UID:10000311-1744462800-1744470000@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Sponsoring Sudanese Refugees under the Temporary Public Policy for Groups of Five and Community Sponsors
DESCRIPTION:IRCC has announced a temporary public policy that enables Groups of Five and Community Sponsors to sponsor Sudanese refugees who do not have a refugee status document issued by the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR)\, or a foreign state\, which formally recognizes the applicant as a refugee. \nRSTP is inviting all interested sponsorship groups to attend this training session and learn more about this temporary public policy\, sponsorship application process\, eligibility criteria and sponsors’ responsibilities. The training session will cover the following: \n– The details of the temporary public policy \n– Who can sponsor under this temporary public policy \n– Who can be sponsored under this temporary public policy \n– What are sponsors’ financial and settlement responsibilities \n– How to apply \n  \nRegister Here\n  \nPlease note: IRCC will only accept new applications from Groups of Five and Community Sponsors for Sudanese refugees. You cannot submit new Group of Five or Community Sponsor applications for other refugee populations as there is a temporary pause in effect until December 31\, 2025. \nFurther information about this policy is available at: \n\nResettling Sudanese nationals affected by the crisis in Sudan – Canada.ca
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/sponsoring-sudanese-refugees-under-the-temporary-public-policy-for-groups-of-five-and-community-sponsors/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Community Sponsors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/TPP-English.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T150000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20250410T155007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T155007Z
UID:10000674-1744462800-1744470000@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Sponsoring Sudanese Refugees under the Temporary Public Policy for Groups of Five and Community Sponsors
DESCRIPTION:IRCC has announced a temporary public policy that enables Groups of Five and Community Sponsors to sponsor Sudanese refugees who do not have a refugee status document issued by the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR)\, or a foreign state\, which formally recognizes the applicant as a refugee. \nRSTP is inviting all interested sponsorship groups to attend this training session and learn more about this temporary public policy\, sponsorship application process\, eligibility criteria and sponsors’ responsibilities. The training session will cover the following: \n– The details of the temporary public policy \n– Who can sponsor under this temporary public policy \n– Who can be sponsored under this temporary public policy \n– What are sponsors’ financial and settlement responsibilities \n– How to apply \n  \nRegister Here\n  \nPlease note: IRCC will only accept new applications from Groups of Five and Community Sponsors for Sudanese refugees. You cannot submit new Group of Five or Community Sponsor applications for other refugee populations as there is a temporary pause in effect until December 31\, 2025. \nFurther information about this policy is available at: \n\nResettling Sudanese nationals affected by the crisis in Sudan – Canada.ca
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/sponsoring-sudanese-refugees-under-the-temporary-public-policy-for-groups-of-five-and-community-sponsors-7/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Community Sponsors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/TPP-English.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T140000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20250410T154625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T155635Z
UID:10000310-1744372800-1744380000@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:(Arabic) Sponsoring Sudanese Refugees under the Temporary Public Policy for Groups of Five and Community Sponsors
DESCRIPTION:*This session will be delivered in Arabic \nعن تفعيل سياسة عامة مؤقتة تتيح للمجموعات المكونة من خمس أفراد و مؤسسات مجتمعية(IRCC) أعلنت وزارة الهجرة واللاجئين من كفالة اللاجئين السودانيين الذين لا يحملون وثيقة لجوء صادرة من مفوضية الأمم المتحدة لشؤون اللاجئين أو عن دولة أجنبية تعترف رسميا بمقدم الطلب كلاجىء جميع مجموعات الكفالة المهتمة بهذا الأمر لحضور هذه الجلسة التدريبية للتعرّف بشكل أعمق على هذه السياسة RSTPتدعو المؤقتة، وإجراءات تقديم طلب الكفالة، ومعايير الأهلية، ومسؤوليات الكفلاء :ستتضمن الجلسة التدريبية المواضيع التالية تفاصيل السياسة العامة المؤقتة من يحق له الكفالة بموجب هذه السياسة من يمكن كفالته بموجب هذه السياسة ما هي المسؤوليات المالية ومسؤوليات الاستقرار التي تقع على عاتق الكفلاء كيفية تقديم الطلب \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/arabic-sponsoring-sudanese-refugees-under-the-temporary-public-policy-for-groups-of-five-and-community-sponsors/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Community Sponsors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/TPP-Arabic.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T140000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20250410T154625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T154625Z
UID:10000673-1744372800-1744380000@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:(Arabic) Sponsoring Sudanese Refugees under the Temporary Public Policy for Groups of Five and Community Sponsors
DESCRIPTION:*This session will be delivered in Arabic \nعن تفعيل سياسة عامة مؤقتة تتيح للمجموعات المكونة من خمس أفراد و مؤسسات مجتمعية(IRCC) أعلنت وزارة الهجرة واللاجئين من كفالة اللاجئين السودانيين الذين لا يحملون وثيقة لجوء صادرة من مفوضية الأمم المتحدة لشؤون اللاجئين أو عن دولة أجنبية تعترف رسميا بمقدم الطلب كلاجىء جميع مجموعات الكفالة المهتمة بهذا الأمر لحضور هذه الجلسة التدريبية للتعرّف بشكل أعمق على هذه السياسة RSTPتدعو المؤقتة، وإجراءات تقديم طلب الكفالة، ومعايير الأهلية، ومسؤوليات الكفلاء :ستتضمن الجلسة التدريبية المواضيع التالية تفاصيل السياسة العامة المؤقتة من يحق له الكفالة بموجب هذه السياسة من يمكن كفالته بموجب هذه السياسة ما هي المسؤوليات المالية ومسؤوليات الاستقرار التي تقع على عاتق الكفلاء كيفية تقديم الطلب \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/arabic-sponsoring-sudanese-refugees-under-the-temporary-public-policy-for-groups-of-five-and-community-sponsors-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Community Sponsors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/TPP-Arabic.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T183000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20250210T175620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T175620Z
UID:10000283-1740587400-1740594600@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:(Online webinar) Post-Arrival Budget Calculations for Private Sponsors (PSR Program)
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re a new sponsor or looking to improve your budgeting skills\, this webinar will help you with the tools and knowledge to manage your financial responsibilities confidently. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your planning skills and ensure a smooth transition for the refugees you are sponsoring through the Private Sponsorship of Refugees program. \nRegister Here\n*Please note\, registration is required. This webinar is for sponsors across Canada\, and starts at 5:30 PM CDT/ 4:30 PM EST.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/online-webinar-post-arrival-budget-calculations-for-private-sponsors-psr-program/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Community Sponsors,Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/PSR-Financial-Requirements-and-Assurance-Activities.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilina Shiwaye":MAILTO:hshiwaye@rstp.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T183000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20250210T175620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T175620Z
UID:10000649-1740587400-1740594600@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:(Online webinar) Post-Arrival Budget Calculations for Private Sponsors (PSR Program)
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re a new sponsor or looking to improve your budgeting skills\, this webinar will help you with the tools and knowledge to manage your financial responsibilities confidently. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your planning skills and ensure a smooth transition for the refugees you are sponsoring through the Private Sponsorship of Refugees program. \nRegister Here\n*Please note\, registration is required. This webinar is for sponsors across Canada\, and starts at 5:30 PM CDT/ 4:30 PM EST.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/online-webinar-post-arrival-budget-calculations-for-private-sponsors-psr-program-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Community Sponsors,Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/PSR-Financial-Requirements-and-Assurance-Activities.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilina Shiwaye":MAILTO:hshiwaye@rstp.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T100000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20250122T173609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T172337Z
UID:10000278-1740211200-1740218400@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:(In-Person in Vancouver) Post-Arrival Budget Calculations for Private Sponsors (PSR Program)
DESCRIPTION:*Please note – this training session was rescheduled from February 8th to February 22nd\, due to inclement weather.\nThis workshop is being held rain-or-shine (or snow!) IN PERSON\, at the Mosaic Head Offices in Vancouver. Address: MOSAIC Head Office: 5575 Boundary Road\, Vancouver\, BC V5R 0E3\n\nFrom the moment the sponsors submit their PSR application to when the refugees complete their interview and medical examinations\, many things can change in the refugee applicants’ situation(s)\, which in turn can affect your sponsorship budget calculations. \nThis in-person session will provide an in-depth look at the financial responsibilities that sponsors have once the refugees they’ve sponsored arrive in Canada. \nThe workshop will include: \n*an overview of the current Resettlement Assistance Program Rates \n*Post Arrival Financial Expectations and Responsibilities \n*an overview of Rap Rates \n*Proof of Support documentation \n*and an introduction to RSTP’s Minimum Financial Calculator resource. \nREGISTER HERE to attend. (Note: this workshop starts at 11 AM Pacific Time) \nHow to get there by transit: the venue is 10 minute walk from Joyce-Collingwood Skytrain Station \nParking: limited free street-parking\, meter parking is available across the street from the venue\, and paid parking at the Boundary Plaza. \n  \n  \nFor any inquiries\, please reach out to our British Columbia trainer\, Gizol\, via email at gshah@rstp.ca.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/in-person-in-vancouver-post-arrival-budget-calculations-for-private-sponsors-psr-program/
LOCATION:MOSAIC\, 5575 Boundary Road\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5R 2P9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Community Sponsors,Vancouver,Workshop (In-person attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/budget-calculations-psr-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T100000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20250122T173609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T173609Z
UID:10000644-1740211200-1740218400@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:(In-Person in Vancouver) Post-Arrival Budget Calculations for Private Sponsors (PSR Program)
DESCRIPTION:*Please note – this training session was rescheduled from February 8th to February 22nd\, due to inclement weather.\nThis workshop is being held rain-or-shine (or snow!) IN PERSON\, at the Mosaic Head Offices in Vancouver. Address: MOSAIC Head Office: 5575 Boundary Road\, Vancouver\, BC V5R 0E3\n\nFrom the moment the sponsors submit their PSR application to when the refugees complete their interview and medical examinations\, many things can change in the refugee applicants’ situation(s)\, which in turn can affect your sponsorship budget calculations. \nThis in-person session will provide an in-depth look at the financial responsibilities that sponsors have once the refugees they’ve sponsored arrive in Canada. \nThe workshop will include: \n*an overview of the current Resettlement Assistance Program Rates \n*Post Arrival Financial Expectations and Responsibilities \n*an overview of Rap Rates \n*Proof of Support documentation \n*and an introduction to RSTP’s Minimum Financial Calculator resource. \nREGISTER HERE to attend. (Note: this workshop starts at 11 AM Pacific Time) \nHow to get there by transit: the venue is 10 minute walk from Joyce-Collingwood Skytrain Station \nParking: limited free street-parking\, meter parking is available across the street from the venue\, and paid parking at the Boundary Plaza. \n  \n  \nFor any inquiries\, please reach out to our British Columbia trainer\, Gizol\, via email at gshah@rstp.ca.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/in-person-in-vancouver-post-arrival-budget-calculations-for-private-sponsors-psr-program-2/
LOCATION:MOSAIC\, 5575 Boundary Road\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5R 2P9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Community Sponsors,Vancouver,Workshop (In-person attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/budget-calculations-psr-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20241209T161601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T182405Z
UID:10000266-1733940000-1733947200@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Navigating Secondary Migration (Webinar for sponsors\, lawyers\, settlement staff & refugees overseas)
DESCRIPTION:What exactly needs to happen when a sponsored refugee decides to move away from their intended community of settlement during the sponsorship period (or if they never arrive there in the first place)? This process\, called Secondary Migration\, has become a bit of a hot topic for a number of reasons. \nSponsors and sponsored newcomers are often left with a lot of questions about how to handle this kind of change\, including: \n\nwhat are the sponsors’ responsibilities?\nare sponsors obligated to continue supporting the people they have sponsored when they move away?\nwho will support the refugee newcomers in their new community?\nwho do you contact\, what paper work needs to be filled out?\nwhat is the step-by-step process in ensuring a smooth transition?\nwho can help?\n\nThe information shared will be valuable whether you’re currently facing a Secondary Migration situation or if you’re simply trying to be prepared. \nWho is this webinar for? \n\nlawyers\nsponsors (BVOR and PSR program)\nsettlement counsellors\nrefugees abroad\nsponsorship agreement holders (SAHs)\n\n  \nWe ask that you please try to keep case-specific questions on topic. \nJoin us live and bring your questions!  \nTo register – please CLICK HERE.\n(This webinar takes place in Eastern time / starts at 6 PM EST)
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/22047/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Community Sponsors,Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR),Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Secondary-Migration-webinar-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20241209T161601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T161601Z
UID:10000632-1733940000-1733947200@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Navigating Secondary Migration (Webinar for sponsors\, lawyers\, settlement staff & refugees overseas)
DESCRIPTION:What exactly needs to happen when a sponsored refugee decides to move away from their intended community of settlement during the sponsorship period (or if they never arrive there in the first place)? This process\, called Secondary Migration\, has become a bit of a hot topic for a number of reasons. \nSponsors and sponsored newcomers are often left with a lot of questions about how to handle this kind of change\, including: \n\nwhat are the sponsors’ responsibilities?\nare sponsors obligated to continue supporting the people they have sponsored when they move away?\nwho will support the refugee newcomers in their new community?\nwho do you contact\, what paper work needs to be filled out?\nwhat is the step-by-step process in ensuring a smooth transition?\nwho can help?\n\nThe information shared will be valuable whether you’re currently facing a Secondary Migration situation or if you’re simply trying to be prepared. \nWho is this webinar for? \n\nlawyers\nsponsors (BVOR and PSR program)\nsettlement counsellors\nrefugees abroad\nsponsorship agreement holders (SAHs)\n\n  \nWe ask that you please try to keep case-specific questions on topic. \nJoin us live and bring your questions!  \nTo register – please CLICK HERE.\n(This webinar takes place in Eastern time / starts at 6 PM EST)
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/22047-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Community Sponsors,Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR),Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Secondary-Migration-webinar-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T173000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20241018T183724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T030000Z
UID:10000248-1731600000-1731605400@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Mastering Finances: A Guide to Post-Arrival Budgeting for Groups of 5 and Community Sponsors
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a financial mastery journey with our workshop! “G5/CS Post-Arrival Budget Calculation” is your guide to handling changes post-PSR application. Explore strategies to ensure newcomers receive recommended RAP Rates and discover the nuances sponsors must track. \nThis session provides an in-depth guide to budgeting for privately sponsored refugees after their arrival. We will cover the essentials to ensure that your financial plan meets the immediate and long-term needs of the sponsored refugee(s) – including housing\, transportation and daily living expenses. \nParticipants will learn how to create a sustainable financial plan that supports newcomers and helps them integrate into their new community. \nPlease CLICK HERE to register. This webinar will start at 5 PM CDT (6 PM Eastern Time).
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/mastering-finances-a-guide-to-post-arrival-budgeting-for-groups-of-5-and-community-sponsors/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Sponsors,Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Mastering-Finances-G5CS-Post-Arrival-Budget-Calculation-Workshop.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilina Shiwaye":MAILTO:hshiwaye@rstp.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T173000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20241018T183724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T183724Z
UID:10000616-1731600000-1731605400@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Mastering Finances: A Guide to Post-Arrival Budgeting for Groups of 5 and Community Sponsors
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a financial mastery journey with our workshop! “G5/CS Post-Arrival Budget Calculation” is your guide to handling changes post-PSR application. Explore strategies to ensure newcomers receive recommended RAP Rates and discover the nuances sponsors must track. \nThis session provides an in-depth guide to budgeting for privately sponsored refugees after their arrival. We will cover the essentials to ensure that your financial plan meets the immediate and long-term needs of the sponsored refugee(s) – including housing\, transportation and daily living expenses. \nParticipants will learn how to create a sustainable financial plan that supports newcomers and helps them integrate into their new community. \nPlease CLICK HERE to register. This webinar will start at 5 PM CDT (6 PM Eastern Time).
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/mastering-finances-a-guide-to-post-arrival-budgeting-for-groups-of-5-and-community-sponsors-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Sponsors,Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Mastering-Finances-G5CS-Post-Arrival-Budget-Calculation-Workshop.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Hilina Shiwaye":MAILTO:hshiwaye@rstp.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T200000
DTSTAMP:20260620T093111
CREATED:20241002T165829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T143255Z
UID:10000230-1729015200-1729022400@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:(In-Person: Ottawa) Financial Calculations Workshop for Groups of Five and Community Sponsors
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the financial prowess needed for successful sponsorship! Join us at the “Financial Calculations Workshop for Groups of Five and Community Sponsors” on October 26th. Dive into sponsorship costs\, minimum financial requirements\, legal responsibilities\, and obligations. Empower yourself to make a positive impact. \n  \nPlease note\, this workshop is being held in-person only. Registration is required\, register HERE. \n(The workshop starts at 6 PM Eastern)
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/in-person-ottawa-financial-calculations-workshop-for-groups-of-five-and-community-sponsors/
LOCATION:Catholic Centre for Immigrants\, Room 113 & 114\, 219 Argyle Avenue\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Sponsors,Workshop (In-person attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lubna Bajjali":MAILTO:lbajjali@rstp.ca
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