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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T150000
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SUMMARY:National Webinar: "PSR Monthly Series # 1 - What is the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program & how does it work?"
DESCRIPTION:This hands-on webinar by the Refugee Sponsorship Training Program (RSTP) is for new and experienced sponsors who want to learn about the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program. Join us to get an in-depth understanding of the PSR program. \nWe will go over the following information: \n*an overview of Canada’s refugee sponsorship and resettlement programs \n*who can sponsor under the PSR program \n*the eligibility and admissibility requirements for refugees being sponsored under the PSR program \n*the importance of refugee status documents and who needs them \n*and\, an overview of the application process. \n  \nThe monthly webinars are a 5-part PSR program webinar series where attendees will learn how to become a PSR refugee sponsor by going through the entire process from A-Z. These webinar series can also be taken as refresher sessions for existing sponsors \n  \nRegister
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-psr-monthly-series-1-what-is-the-private-sponsorship-of-refugees-psr-program-how-does-it-work/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Monthly Series,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T210000
DTSTAMP:20260508T145352
CREATED:20251028T152110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T152534Z
UID:23834-1762977600-1762981200@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National Webinar: "Recalculating Financial Support After Arrival" (For PSR sponsors)
DESCRIPTION:This virtual training session for all sponsors in the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program is part of a short\, highly focused training series about post-arrival settlement support\, designed to strengthen your understanding of the PSR Program and Immigration\, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC)’s requirements. \nYou’ll receive guidance on how to reassess and adjust your financial support once the newcomers have arrived. We will also cover some of the key considerations to make and review some common scenarios that may require recalculations. \nDuring this session we will cover: \n Key considerations to make \n Common scenarios that may require financial recalculations \n Best practices to ensure sponsors are meeting program requirements while supporting newcomer self-sufficiency. \nRegister\n  \nHave Questions? Reach out to our session trainers/facilitators at: \nAnoush at mnewman@rstp.ca  / Meghri at mnerses@rstp.ca \n  \n*Please note\, this same session is also being held on November 15th. See the registration page here.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-recalculating-financial-support-after-arrival-for-psr-sponsors/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T145352
CREATED:20251028T165052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T165052Z
UID:23850-1763042400-1763049600@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Regional Webinar\, BC: " Post-Arrival Responsibilities of Sponsors" (For PSR Sponsors)
DESCRIPTION:This virtual training session is the first workshop in a 3-part autumn series on Post Arrival Obligations for Groups of Five and Community Sponsors in BC. The second session will be held on November 26th. \n  \nIn this first session we will cover: \n The post-arrival support timeline \n The minimum amount of financial support that sponsors are expected to provide to refugees sponsored under the PSR program on arrival based on the Resettlement Assistance Program (RAP) rates \n How to use the Minimum Financial Support Calculator Tool \n Situations that may change the amount of financial support that sponsors are expected to provide once the refugees arrive in Canada \n An overview of sponsors’ settlement responsibilities under the program and how settlement agencies can assist sponsors with fulfilling these. \n Additional RSTP resources \n  \nRegister\n*This session starts at 11 am PST / 2 pm EST
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/regional-webinar-bc-post-arrival-responsibilities-of-sponsors-for-psr-sponsors/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T145352
CREATED:20251028T183545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T183546Z
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SUMMARY:National Webinar: “PSR Monthly Series # 2 - How to Prepare a Private Sponsorship Application Package"
DESCRIPTION:This hands-on webinar by the Refugee Sponsorship Training Program (RSTP) is for new and experienced sponsors who want to learn about the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program. Join us to get an in-depth understanding of how to prepare applications to sponsor under the PSR program. \nWe will go over the following information:\n* an overview of the entire application process \n*how to structure applications \n*how and where to complete the application forms \n*and a list of the supporting documents that must be included with the application \npackage – to make sure that the application is complete. \n  \nThe monthly webinars are a 5-part PSR program webinar series where attendees will learn how to become a PSR refugee sponsor by going through the entire process from A-Z. These webinar series can also be taken as refresher sessions for existing sponsors. \n  \nRegister
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-psr-monthly-series-2-how-to-prepare-a-private-sponsorship-application-package/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Monthly Series,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T203000
DTSTAMP:20260508T145352
CREATED:20251107T162321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T200354Z
UID:23880-1763488800-1763497800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:In-Person Workshop\, Regina: "The Refugees are Coming - Now What?" (For PSR sponsors)
DESCRIPTION:As sponsors in the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program\, you  are expected to provide specific settlement supports and financial support to the refugee newcomers once they arrive. \nJoin this in-person workshop to ensure that you provide the correct amount of money/financial support for the entire 12 months of the sponsorship and that the settlement needs of the refugee newcomers have all been met. \nDuring this session we will cover: \n IRCC’s post-arrival support requirements & timelines \n The minimum amount of financial support expected on arrival (based on Resettlement Assistance Program rates) \n Other important things to know \nRegister
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/in-person-workshop-regina-the-refugees-are-coming-now-what-for-psr-sponsors/
LOCATION:Immanuel Anglican Church – Regina\, 142 Massey Road\, Regina\, Saskatoon\, S4S 4M9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Workshop (In-person attendance),Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T160000
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SUMMARY:National webinar: "The Disability Tax Credit for Newcomers - A Joint Info Session with the CRA & Service Canada" (For all sponsors & newcomers)
DESCRIPTION:This joint session by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and Service Canada will explain the new Disability Tax Credit (DTC) for newcomers. The CRA will cover what the DTC is\, who is eligible\, how to apply\, and what to expect after a decision. Service Canada will then outline other federal programs\, including the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP)\, and how the DTC can open doors to further financial support for the newcomer. \nParticipants will learn about: \n The Disability Tax Credit eligibility\n Application details\n What to expect\n The Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) \nHave questions?\nContact RSTP Trainer\, Lubna at lbajjali@rstp.ca \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-the-disability-tax-credit-for-newcomers-a-joint-info-session-with-the-cra-service-canada-for-all-sponsors-newcomers/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T203000
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CREATED:20251107T195752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T200447Z
UID:23902-1764181800-1764189000@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National Webinar: "Managing Sponsorship Cases & Allocations." (For SAHs and their CGs & CSs)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to stay organized and confident when managing your Private Refugee Sponsorship cases. This session will guide Sponsorship Agreement Holders (SAHs) through practical tools and strategies for tracking sponsorship applications\, monitoring allocations\, and keeping cases on schedule. \nGain insights to strengthen your case management processes and ensure every sponsorship runs smoothly from start to finish. \nRegister
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/canada-wide-online-managing-sponsorship-cases-allocations-for-sahs-and-their-cgs-css/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR),Webinar (Virtual attendance),Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Sponsorship Agreement Holders
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michelle Ndizeye":MAILTO:mndizeye@rstp.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251127T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251127T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T145352
CREATED:20251028T181819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T154439Z
UID:23854-1764252000-1764259200@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Regional Webinar\, BC: "Post Arrival Responsibilities - Focus on Managing Expectations and Ethical Considerations." (For PSR Sponsors)
DESCRIPTION:This virtual training session is the second workshop in a 3-part autumn series on Post Arrival Obligations for Groups of Five and Community Sponsors in British Columbia. \n  \nDuring this second session\, we will provide information on how sponsors can manage their expectations and what ethical considerations they will need to make. We’ll cover the following topics: \n The different stages of settlement \n Cultural awareness & adjustment \n Expectation management \n The value of providing an orientation \n Ethical considerations and the rights of sponsored newcomers \n Potential power imbalances \n  \nRegister
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/regional-webinar-bc-post-arrival-responsibilities-focus-on-managing-expectations-and-ethical-considerations-for-psr-sponsors/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T170000
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CREATED:20251128T191431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T191431Z
UID:23952-1764428400-1764435600@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Regional Workshop\, Calgary AB: "Introduction to the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) Program" (Open to all)
DESCRIPTION:The Private Sponsorship of Refugees ( PSR) program provides an opportunity for Permanent Residents and Canadian Citizens to sponsor vulnerable refugees from overseas who are known to them\, and to support their resettlement in Canada. \nThis in-person training session will provide potential sponsors with a comprehensive understanding of the PSR program. \nParticipants will learn about: \n The different sponsorship group types \n Eligibility requirements (who can become a sponsor\, who can be sponsored) \n Financial considerations \n The application process \n  \nRegister
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/regional-workshop-calgary-ab-introduction-to-the-private-sponsorship-of-refugees-psr-program-open-to-all/
LOCATION:565 36 Street Northeast  #125 Calgary\, AB T2A 6K3\, 565 36 Street Northeast #125\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2A 6K3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Community Sponsors,Workshop (In-person attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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ORGANIZER;CN="Anoush Newman":MAILTO:anewman@rstp.ca
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