(Webinar for SAHs and their Constituent Groups and Co-Sponsors, open to sponsors in the PSR and BVOR programs) When 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 […]
(For PSR program sponsors in Calgary, including Groups of Five, Community Sponsors, SAHs and their CG’s & Co-sponsors) This info session for Private Sponsors in the Calgary area will provide sponsors with details of the Gateway Services, a centralized intake process. Immigrant Services Calgary (ICS) is a partner at Gateway— a collaborative of over 90 […]
(For PSR program sponsors in Calgary, including Groups of Five, Community Sponsors, SAHs and their CG’s & Co-sponsors) This info session for Private Sponsors in the Calgary area will provide sponsors with details of the Gateway Services, a centralized intake process. Immigrant Services Calgary (ICS) is a partner at Gateway— a collaborative of over 90 […]
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. Participants will learn about: Eligibility criteria Timelines Common mistakes to avoid We will also go over the importance of ensuring timely and complete submissions to support the […]
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. Participants will learn about: Eligibility criteria Timelines Common mistakes to avoid We will also go over the importance of ensuring timely and complete submissions to support the […]
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 […]
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. Gain insights to strengthen your case management processes and ensure every sponsorship runs smoothly from start to […]
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. This in-person training session will provide potential sponsors with a comprehensive understanding of the PSR program. Participants will learn about: […]
We are delighted to invite you to Secondary Migration workshop which aims to review what Secondary Migration is and situations where it may happen. We will also cover the different roles and options that Sponsorship Agreement Holders have in such situations. Training will be conducted on Zoom, on Tuesday January 20th 2026 at 3:00 […]
Scams and fraud are becoming more sophisticated, especially with the use of artificial intelligence (AI) - fraudulent information and scams are becoming harder to detect. Anyone can become a target, newcomers like sponsored refugees who are still adjusting to life in Canada may be more vulnerable as they may not yet be familiar with these […]
The Quick Learn Series are a set of short, highly focused webinars about post-arrival settlement support for sponsors in the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program. Designed to support new sponsors and build foundational knowledge and overall readiness to meet their roles and responsibilities under the PSR Program, while also serving as a refresher for […]
The Quick Learn Series are a set of short, highly focused webinars about post-arrival settlement support for sponsors in the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program. Designed to support new sponsors and build foundational knowledge and overall readiness to meet their roles and responsibilities under the PSR Program, while also serving as a refresher for […]
