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SUMMARY:Managing Expectations and Navigating Culture Shock
DESCRIPTION:(Webinar for SAHs and their Constituent Groups and Co-Sponsors\, open to sponsors in the PSR and BVOR programs)\nWhen newcomers arrive\, it’s common for expectations — on both sides — to be a little out of sync. Learn how to set realistic expectations early on and how to keep communication clear and supportive throughout the sponsorship journey. \nDuring this webinar we’ll also look at:\n• What culture shock can look like\,\n• why culture shock happens\,\n• and how sponsors can help newcomers adjust without overwhelming them. \nYou can expect to receive practical tips\, real examples & space for questions. \nDate: Wednesday October 8th\, 2025\nTime: 6:30 – 8 pm (EDT)\nLocation (Virtual): on Zoom \nRegister Here\nPlease note\, this webinar starts at 6 pm Eastern Time.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/managing-expectations-and-navigating-culture-shock/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Sponsorship Agreement Holders
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SUMMARY:Info Session: Showcasing the Gateway Services at Immigrant Services Calgary (ICS) (Webinar for PSR sponsors in Calgary)
DESCRIPTION:(For PSR program sponsors in Calgary\, including Groups of Five\, Community Sponsors\, SAHs and their CG’s & Co-sponsors)\nThis info session for Private Sponsors in the Calgary area will provide sponsors with details of the Gateway Services\, a centralized intake process. \nImmigrant Services Calgary (ICS) is a partner at Gateway— a collaborative of over 90 partners working together to connect newcomers to the best-fit services in the community. \nThis session is being facilitated by RSTP trainer Anoush Newman\, with guest presenter Wissam Shalaby of ICS. \n  \nRegister Here\n  \nPlease note this webinar starts at 6:30 pm MDT/8:30 pm EDT and is 1.5 hours long. \n  \nHave questions? Contact our webinar facilitator Anoush at mnewman@rstp.ca
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/info-session-a-review-of-the-gateway-services-at-immigrant-services-calgary-ics-webinar-for-psr-sponsors-in-calgary/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Community Sponsors,Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five
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ORGANIZER;CN="Anoush Newman":MAILTO:anewman@rstp.ca
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SUMMARY:National Webinar: "Family Reunification Under the ‘One-Year Window (OYW) - The Application Forms & Required Supporting Documents"  (For PSR Sponsors)
DESCRIPTION:This online training session provides Private Sponsors with practical guidance on how to accurately complete the One-Year Window (OYW) of Opportunity forms and identify the required supporting documents. \nParticipants will learn about: \n Eligibility criteria \n Timelines \n Common mistakes to avoid \nWe will also go over the importance of ensuring timely and complete submissions to support the family reunification process. \nRegister
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/family-reunification-under-the-one-year-window-oyw-completing-the-application-forms-understanding-the-required-supporting-documents/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Community Sponsors,Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR),Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hilina Shiwaye":MAILTO:hshiwaye@rstp.ca
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