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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:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Community Sponsors
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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
DTSTAMP:20260416T152305
CREATED:20260204T175550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T175550Z
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:Community Sponsors,Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Sponsorship Agreement Holders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152305
CREATED:20260204T181252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T181253Z
UID:24367-1770728400-1770735600@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar\, Monthly PSR Series: '#1. What is the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program & how does it work?” (For PSR sponsors)
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. \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 Here\nPlease note: this webinar starts at 1 pm Eastern Time and is 2 hours long.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-monthly-psr-series-1-what-is-the-private-sponsorship-of-refugees-psr-program-how-does-it-work-for-psr-sponsors/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Monthly Series,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152305
CREATED:20260206T183057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T145032Z
UID:24386-1770746400-1770751800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar\, French language: 'Comprendre les nouveaux taux du Programme d’aide à la réinstallation (PAR) : changements clés et éléments à retenir' (For SAHs and their CG's & Co-sponsors)
DESCRIPTION:Comme annoncé précédemment\, les nouveaux taux du Programme d’aide à la réinstallation (PAR) entreront en vigueur le 26 janvier 2026. Cette séance vous permettra de découvrir les changements\, notamment le calcul du nouveau plafond de l’allocation logement\, les nouvelles fonctionnalités du Calculateur de soutien financier minimal\, et bien plus encore! \nTime: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm EST \nRegistration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5417664778321742428
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-french-language-comprendre-les-nouveaux-taux-du-programme-daide-a-la-reinstallation-par-changements-cles-et-elements-a-retenir/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152305
CREATED:20260205T182934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T182934Z
UID:24372-1770901200-1770908400@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar\, Monthly PSR Series: ‘#2. How to prepare a successful application package for the PSR program'
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  \nRegister Here\nPlease note: this webinar starts at 1 pm Eastern Time and is two hours long. \n  \nAbout the Monthly Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) webinar series: \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.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-monthly-psr-series-2-how-to-prepare-a-successful-application-package-for-the-psr-program/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Monthly Series,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152305
CREATED:20260209T170404Z
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:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Community Sponsors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152305
CREATED:20260204T180610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T180610Z
UID:24363-1771444800-1771448400@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar(s): 'Family Reunification Under the One Year Window Program.' (For PSR sponsors)
DESCRIPTION:February 18 and 21 + March 18 and 21. Various topics – see below for details. \nQuick Learn Series \nOne Topic. One Hour. Maximum Impact. \nThe Quick Learn Series are a set of short\, highly focused webinars about post-arrival settlement support for PSR sponsors. \nThe upcoming three topics are part of the series launched in January 2026. Designed to support new sponsors and build foundational knowledge and overall readiness to meet their roles and responsibilities under the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) Program\, while also serving as a refresher for experienced sponsors to reinforce best practices and remain up to date with IRCC’s program requirements. \nPlease note: \nParticipants who attend a minimum of three sessions from these series (including sessions offered in 2025) and successfully complete the final quiz for each session will receive a Certificate of Participation\, formally recognizing their engagement. \nFamily Reunification Under the One Year Window Program \n\nFeb 18\, 2026 • 6:00 PM MDT – Register\nFeb 21\, 2026 • 1:00 PM MDT – Register\n\nSelf-Destination & Secondary Migration \n\nMar 18\, 2026 • 6:00 PM MDT – Register\nMar 21 2026 • 1:00 PM MDT – Register
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinars-family-reunification-under-the-one-year-window-program-for-psr-sponsors/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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ORGANIZER;CN="Anoush Newman":MAILTO:anewman@rstp.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152305
CREATED:20260205T183212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T183212Z
UID:24374-1771506000-1771513200@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar\, Monthly PSR Series: ‘#3 Submitting your Private Sponsorship of Refugees Application online on the PR Portal'
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 learn how to submit your PSR application online\, through the Permanent Residence Portal (PR portal). \nIn this session\, we will cover information about:\n*how to submit the application package online. \n*how to navigate the new PR Portal and find out how to access it and how to log in. \n* the difference between a Primary Sponsor and a Principal Applicant – and the documents that each of them need to upload to the portal. \n*how to review your application in detail before submitting it online \n*common application mistakes that you can avoid making. \n  \nRegister Here\n  \nPlease note: this webinar starts at 1 pm Eastern Time and is two hours long. \n  \nAbout the Monthly Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) webinar series: \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.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-monthly-psr-series-3-submitting-your-private-sponsorship-of-refugees-application-online-on-the-pr-portal/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Monthly Series,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152305
CREATED:20260204T180903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T180903Z
UID:24365-1771686000-1771689600@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar(s): ‘Family Reunification Under the One Year Window Program.’ (For PSR sponsors)
DESCRIPTION:February 18 and 21 + March 18 and 21. Various topics – see below for details. \nQuick Learn Series \nOne Topic. One Hour. Maximum Impact. \nThe Quick Learn Series are a set of short\, highly focused webinars about post-arrival settlement support for PSR sponsors. \nThe upcoming three topics are part of the series launched in January 2026. Designed to support new sponsors and build foundational knowledge and overall readiness to meet their roles and responsibilities under the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) Program\, while also serving as a refresher for experienced sponsors to reinforce best practices and remain up to date with IRCC’s program requirements. \nPlease note: \nParticipants who attend a minimum of three sessions from these series (including sessions offered in 2025) and successfully complete the final quiz for each session will receive a Certificate of Participation\, formally recognizing their engagement. \nFamily Reunification Under the One Year Window Program \n\nFeb 21\, 2026 • 1:00 PM MDT – Register\n\nSelf-Destination & Secondary Migration \n\nMar 18\, 2026 • 6:00 PM MDT – Register\nMar 21 2026 • 1:00 PM MDT – Register
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinars-family-reunification-under-the-one-year-window-program-for-psr-sponsors-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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ORGANIZER;CN="Meghri Nerses":MAILTO:mnerses@rstp.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152305
CREATED:20260205T183504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T183504Z
UID:24377-1771938000-1771945200@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar\, Monthly PSR Series: ‘#4. Preparing for arrival and meeting the program requirements and newcomer’s needs in an ethical way'
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 review or learn about sponsors’ settlement responsibilities when sponsoring refugees under the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) and Blended Visa Office-Referred (BVOR) programs \nWe will go over the following information:\n*review of sponsors’ settlement responsibilities under the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) and Blended Visa Office-Referred (BVOR) programs \n*the important ethical considerations to keep in mind when sponsoring refugees \n*learn about the inherent power imbalance that exists in the sponsor-sponsored newcomer relationship and tips on how to mitigate this imbalance \n*learn about the importance of managing the expectations of the sponsors and the newcomer(s). \n  \nRegister Here\nPlease note: this webinar starts at 1 pm Eastern Time and is two hours long. \n  \nAbout the Monthly Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) webinar series: \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.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-monthly-psr-series-4-preparing-for-arrival-and-meeting-the-program-requirements-and-newcomers-needs-in-an-ethical-way/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Monthly Series,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T213000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152305
CREATED:20260221T042654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T042654Z
UID:24441-1771965000-1771968600@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Regional training\, Alberta: 'Review of New Resettlement Assistance Program (RAP) Rates’ (For Alberta SAHs\, their CG’s & Co-sponsors)
DESCRIPTION:As you may be aware\, the new Resettlement Assistance Program (RAP) rates came into effect on January 26\, 2026\, with increased support levels. RSTP Trainers in Alberta invite all Alberta SAHs\, their CGs and Co-Sponsors to join us for one of two upcoming information sessions to learn more about these changes. \nThe sessions will cover: \n An overview of the new RAP rates \n How to calculate the new Housing Supplement maximum \n New features added to the Minimum Financial Support Calculator \n Case examples and a step-by-step walkthrough of the RAP Rate Calculator to determine actual updated costs \n  \nRegister Here\n  \nTo accommodate different schedules\, this same session will also be offered on the following dates (please only register for one): \n\n\nFeb 24\, 2026 • 6:30 PM MST – Register \n\n\nFeb 28\, 2026 • 1:00 PM MST – Register \n\n\nMar 11\, 2026 • 6:30 PM MDT – Register \n\n\nMar 14\, 2026 • 2:00 PM MDT – Register \n\n\n  \nThis webinar is for: Sponsorship Agreement Holders (SAHs)\, their CG’s and Co-Sponsors (PSR Program) in Alberta
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/regional-training-alberta-review-of-new-resettlement-assistance-program-rap-rates-for-alberta-sahs-their-cgs-co-sponsors/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Sponsorship Agreement Holders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T143000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152305
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:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Community Sponsors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152305
CREATED:20260205T183740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T183758Z
UID:24379-1772110800-1772114400@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar\, Monthly PSR Series: ‘#5. Preparing for and transitioning to month 13 of the sponsorship'
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 find out what ‘Month 13’ is in the context of a PSR sponsorship. \nWe will go over the following information:\n*learn about Month 13 and when sponsors should start preparing for the transition to Month 13 of the sponsorship \n*learn about resources that are available to assist sponsors and sponsored newcomers during this transition \n*learn about the considerations that sponsors and sponsored newcomers should make when beginning to prepare for the transition \n*find out about the services that are available to sponsored newcomers during Month 13 \n*learn how to evaluate the sponsorship period. \n  \nRegister Here \nPlease note: this webinar starts at 5 pm Eastern Time and is one hour long. \n  \nAbout the Monthly Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) webinar series: \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 application and sponsorship process from start to finish. The webinars in this series can be taken as a whole set or individually as a refresher for a specific topic for previous or existing sponsors.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-monthly-psr-series-5-preparing-for-and-transitioning-to-month-13-of-the-sponsorship/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Monthly Series,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T154500
DTSTAMP:20260416T152305
CREATED:20260221T044542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T044542Z
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:Community Sponsors,Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR),Vancouver,Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Sponsorship Agreement Holders
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