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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201700
CREATED:20260331T161539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T185259Z
UID:24648-1776175200-1776178800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar: '‘A walkthrough of the Permanent Residence (PR) Portal & refresher session for SAHs’
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for:\n Sponsorship Agreement Holders (SAHs) and their CG’s and Co-sponsors\n PSR program only\n  \nPlease join us for this refresher training that will provide reminders on how to create an account on the portal\, how to prepare an application for submission via the Portal\, guidance on uploading supporting documents\, and troubleshooting technical challenges. \nQuestions? Contact Anoush at mnewman@rstp.ca \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-a-walkthrough-of-the-permanent-residence-pr-portal-refresher-session-for-sahs/
LOCATION:Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Anoush Newman":MAILTO:anewman@rstp.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201700
CREATED:20260415T161542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T182045Z
UID:24707-1776240000-1776272400@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar: 'Workshop for the Constituent Groups and Co-Sponsors of SAHs' (with certificate)
DESCRIPTION:Please note this interactive webinar is for:\n Constituent Groups and Co-Sponsors of Sponsorship Agreement Holders (SAHs) – who are participating in the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program.\n  \nThis interactive webinar (online workshop) will provide an orientation for the Constituent Groups (CGs) and co-sponsors of SAHs that are sponsoring refugees under the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program. The following topics will be covered: \n the relationship between CGs\, co-sponsors and SAHs;\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 and how to use the Minimum Financial Support Calculator;\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 the sponsors’ settlement responsibilities under the PSR program and how settlement agencies can assist sponsors with fulfilling their settlement responsibilities;\n an overview of IRCC’s post-arrival assurance activities.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-workshop-for-the-constituent-groups-and-co-sponsors-of-sahs-with-certificate/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201700
CREATED:20260413T145455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T145620Z
UID:24692-1776261600-1776268800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Regional webinar\, British Columbia: ‘The post-arrival responsibilities of PSR sponsors\, on managing expectations & ethical considerations’
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is intended for:\n Groups of Five & Community Sponsors in BC\n PSR program only\n  \n\n\nThis virtual Info Session on April 15\, 2026 (`11:00 am PST to 1:00 pm PST)  about the post-arrival responsibilities of Groups of Five and Community Sponsors in the PSR program will focus on managing your group’s expectations (and the newcomer’s) and making ethical considerations. This is the second workshop in a 3-part spring info series: \n-The first session of the series was on the topic the sponsor’s responsibilities during the post-arrival period \n– The third session of the series will be held on Wednesday\, April 22 2026 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm PST. This session will focus on the Assurance Activities that IRCC conducts and how sponsors can ensure that they are collecting the appropriate Proof of Support documentation. You can register for the the April 22nd session here. \nHave questions? Contact our BC RSTP Trainer\, Gizol\, by email at gshah@rstp.ca. \n\n\nRegister Here \n(or visit https://bit.ly/Apr15_PSRManagingExpectations to register)
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/regional-webinar-british-columbia-the-post-arrival-responsibilities-of-psr-sponsors-on-managing-expectations-ethical-considerations/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Community Sponsors,Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201700
CREATED:20260331T174453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T174526Z
UID:24658-1776268800-1776276000@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
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-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Webinar (Virtual attendance),Monthly Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201700
CREATED:20260409T182445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T182446Z
UID:24662-1776355200-1776362400@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\n  \nPlease note: this webinar starts at 4 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-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Monthly Series,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201700
CREATED:20260415T163428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T164605Z
UID:24717-1776517200-1776520800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar: 'Changes to the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP)'
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for: \n All refugee sponsors (PSR\, BVOR and JAS programs) \n All sponsored refugee newcomers (PSR\, BVOR and JAS programs) \n  \nImmigration\, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced upcoming changes to the supplemental coverage under the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP). The changes will come into effect on May 1st\, 2026. \nLearn more at one of our upcoming info sessions in April. Please register to attend (all sessions are the same\, please only register for one). \n\n\nInfo session registration: \n\n\n April 18 at 1-2 pm EDT – Register \n\n\n  April 21 at 3-4 pm EDT – Register \n\n\n  April 23 at 7-8 pm EDT – Register \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-changes-to-the-interim-federal-health-program-ifhp/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR),Webinar (Virtual attendance),Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201700
CREATED:20260415T164824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T164824Z
UID:24722-1776783600-1776787200@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar: 'Changes to the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP)'
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for: \n All refugee sponsors (PSR\, BVOR and JAS programs) \n All sponsored refugee newcomers (PSR\, BVOR and JAS programs) \n  \nImmigration\, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced upcoming changes to the supplemental coverage under the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP). The changes will come into effect on May 1st\, 2026. \nLearn more at one of our upcoming info sessions in April. Please register to attend (all sessions are the same\, please only register for one). \n\n\nInfo session registration: \n\n\n April 18 at 1-2 pm EDT – Register \n\n\n  April 21 at 3-4 pm EDT – Register \n\n\n  April 23 at 7-8 pm EDT – Register \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-changes-to-the-interim-federal-health-program-ifhp-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR),Webinar (Virtual attendance),Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201700
CREATED:20260409T182920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T182920Z
UID:24664-1776787200-1776794400@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 4 pm Eastern Time.
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-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Monthly Series,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201700
CREATED:20260421T182104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T182336Z
UID:24744-1776866400-1776873600@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National Webinar: ‘Post-arrival responsibilities - getting to know IRCC’s Assurance activities’
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for: \n Groups of Five who are sponsoring through the PSR and/or  BVOR program \n Groups of Five who are sponsoring through the PSR and/or BVOR program \nRSTP’s sponsorship trainer\, Gizol\, will be hosting a virtual info session for Groups of Five and Community Sponsors on the topic of the sponsors’ post-arrival responsibilities – with a focus on assurance activities. This webinar is open to Groups of Five and Community Sponsors who are sponsoring through the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program and/or the the Blended Visa-Office Referred (BVOR) program. \nThis is the third and final interactive webinar in a 3-part spring info series\, this session will focus on the Assurance Activities that Immigration\, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducts and how sponsors can ensure that they are collecting the appropriate ‘Proof of Support’ documentation. \nHave questions? Contact Gizol by email at gshah@rstp.ca \n  \nYOUR TEXT
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-post-arrival-responsibilities-getting-to-know-irccs-assurance-activities/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Community Sponsors,Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR),Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201700
CREATED:20260331T173619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T185351Z
UID:24653-1776880800-1776886200@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar: '‘Addressing Secondary Migration: what sponsors need to know’
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for:\n All sponsorship group types (including SAHs and their CG’s and Co-sponsors\, Groups of Five\, Community Sponsors)\n  PSR program only\n  \nThis webinar provides an overview of secondary migration among Privately Sponsored Refugees (PSRs)\, focusing on the implications for sponsors and newcomers. Participants will learn how to manage sponsorship responsibilities when refugees move to a different community\, understand reporting and communication procedures\, and explore best practices for supporting successful resettlement after relocation. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-addressing-secondary-migration-what-sponsors-need-to-know/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T180000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201700
CREATED:20260409T183259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T183259Z
UID:24666-1776960000-1776967200@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\n  \nPlease note\, this webinar starts at 4 pm Eastern Time and is two hours long.
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-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Webinar (Virtual attendance),Monthly Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201700
CREATED:20260415T165032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T165032Z
UID:24724-1776970800-1776974400@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar: 'Changes to the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP)'
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for: \n All refugee sponsors (PSR\, BVOR and JAS programs) \n All sponsored refugee newcomers (PSR\, BVOR and JAS programs) \n  \nImmigration\, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced upcoming changes to the supplemental coverage under the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP). The changes will come into effect on May 1st\, 2026. \nLearn more at one of our upcoming info sessions in April. Please register to attend (all sessions are the same\, please only register for one). \n\n\nInfo session registration: \n\n\n April 18 at 1-2 pm EDT – Register \n\n\n  April 21 at 3-4 pm EDT – Register \n\n\n  April 23 at 7-8 pm EDT – Register \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-changes-to-the-interim-federal-health-program-ifhp-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR),Webinar (Virtual attendance),Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201700
CREATED:20260428T170702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T171125Z
UID:24761-1777291200-1777294800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar (for SAHs): 'Be ready: Emergency preparedness training'
DESCRIPTION:This session is intended for:\n Sponsorship Agreement Holders (SAHs) and their Constituent Groups and Co-sponsors in Atlantic Canada\, SAH participants from across Canada are welcome to join.\nLearn how to protect yourself\, your household\, and the newcomers you support in the event of an emergency or disaster. Learn practical steps from the Red Cross on how to stay prepared – such as building an emergency kit\, creating a clear communication plan\, and organizing an effective evacuation strategy. \n*Please note that although some information shared in this session may be specific to the Atlantic Canada region\, this is a valuable training session for all SAHs and their CGs & Co-sponsors from across Canada. \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-for-sahs-be-ready-emergency-preparedness-training/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Sponsorship Agreement Holders
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T163000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201700
CREATED:20260331T174035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T182848Z
UID:24656-1777388400-1777393800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar: 'Understanding the new RAP rates: key changes & what you need to know’
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for:\n All sponsorship group types (including SAHs and their CG’s and Co-sponsors\, Groups of Five\, Community Sponsors)\n PSR and BVOR programs\n  \nThe updated Resettlement Assistance Program (RAP) rates came into effect on January 26\, 2026. \nGroups of Five and Community Sponsors can join this session to learn more about the changes\, including how to calculate the new Housing Supplement maximum\, the new features that have been added to the Minimum Financial Support Calculator\, and more! \nQuestions? Contact Lubna at lbajjali@rstp.ca or Helen at hsmithmcintyre@rstp.ca \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-understanding-the-new-rap-rates-key-changes-what-you-need-to-know/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201700
CREATED:20260409T183542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T183542Z
UID:24668-1777478400-1777482000@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\nhttps://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4219320250586102874 \n  \n  \nPlease note: this webinar starts at 4 pm Eastern Time and is one hour long.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-monthly-psr-series-5-preparing-for-and-transitioning-to-month-13-of-the-sponsorship-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Webinar (Virtual attendance),Monthly Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201700
CREATED:20260421T171736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T171834Z
UID:24738-1777986000-1777989600@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar: 'Ask us anything about the BVOR refugee sponsorship program'
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for:\n Anyone in Canada\, interested in becoming a refugee sponsor through the BVOR program\n Existing BVOR sponsors who are actively sponsoring someone right now\, whether new to the program or experienced (including Groups of Five\, Community Sponsors and Workplace Sponsorship participants)\n  \nJoin us live on Zoom to ask our BVOR worker\, Parastoo\, anything about the BVOR refugee sponsorship program – that is the program that matches potential sponsors like you with refugees in need of resettlement to Canada. Whether you’re a seasoned or new refugee sponsor\, or just taking your first steps towards your first BVOR sponsorship – all people and questions are welcome! Please make sure to register to reserve your spot. Join us for the whole hour\, or drop by anytime during the hour to ask your question(s). If we cannot get through all of your questions\, we will do our best to respond to you over email after the webinar. \n  \nRegister Here\n  \n*Before you register – please note\, refugees for the BVOR program are referred to Canada by the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) and selected by Immigration\, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Refugees cannot apply to participate in this program. The BVOR ‘Ask me Anything’ sessions are held several times throughout the year and participants may stay for the whole session or drop by anytime throughout the hour to ask their question(s). Please note\, we will answer your questions on a first-come first-served basis\, and we’ll do our best to answer any remaining questions that we cannot cover throughout the hour\, by email.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-ask-us-anything-about-the-bvor-refugee-sponsorship-program/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR),Groups of Five,Community Sponsors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201700
CREATED:20260415T162821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T162821Z
UID:24715-1778076000-1778083200@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar: 'Info session: scam and fraud awareness & prevention'
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for: \n All refugee sponsors \n Refugee newcomers \nScams and fraud are becoming more sophisticated\, with the use of artificial intelligence (AI)\, some scams and fraud are harder to recognize. Anyone can be a target\, especially newcomers like sponsored refugees who may still be adjusting to life in Canada and may not be familiar with these threats. \nDuring this info session\, private sponsors AND refugee newcomers across Canada will have the opportunity to learn more about scams and fraud to build their awareness. Whether they’re new to this topic or looking to deepen their understanding\, attendees will gain the knowledge and tools to recognize and prevent potential threats. \nA guest speaker from the settlement provider organization MOSAIC will join us to present on this topic. Attendees will also have a chance to ask any questions at the end of the session. \nLearn about: \n Common scams targeting vulnerable groups \n  The basics of A.I: risks\, benefits\, and responsible use \n  Practical prevention strategies \n  Resources for victims of fraud and scams \n  Simulation games and interactive activities \n  \nHave questions? Contact our RSTP Trainer and host\, Gizol  over email at gshah@rstp.ca \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-info-session-scam-and-fraud-awareness-prevention/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201700
CREATED:20260428T172310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T172310Z
UID:24763-1778590800-1778594400@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Regional webinar: 'Information session: settlement services in Halifax'
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for: \n SAHs and their Constituent Groups & Co-Sponsors who are involved in the BVOR and/or PSR refugee sponsorship programs \n Sponsored refugee newcomers \n  \nGuest speakers from the YMCA and ISANS will share information for private sponsors on the topic of Free Settlement Services available in Halifax. Find out what is available for sponsored refugees\, how to sign up for programs\, and ask your questions! \nWhat are Settlement Services? Settlement service providers (SPOs) are agencies that provide free services to newcomers (and their sponsors) to assist them during their settlement period in Canada\, through their ‘Settlement Workers’ or ‘Settlement Counsellors’. They can help with things like providing information about available English classes and placements\, school enrolments for children\, job search counselling and other employment related supports. Settlement workers can be a great additional support for any refugee sponsorship group and the newcomer(s) they support. \n  \nRegister Here\nTime: 2 pm – 3 pm ADT  / (1 pm – 2 pm EDT)
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/regional-webinar-information-session-settlement-services-in-halifax/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR),Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Sponsorship Agreement Holders
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201700
CREATED:20260415T170322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T170322Z
UID:24726-1778677200-1778684400@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar: 'Pre-arrival support services\, preparing the refugees you sponsored for their move to Canada'
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for: \n All refugee sponsors \n Refugee newcomers \n  \nThis virtual info session is for all private sponsorship groups or potential sponsors on the topic of pre-arrival services. \nAttendees will have the opportunity to learn more about free government-funded services that are available to sponsored refugees before their arrive in Canada. Join us to learn more about when sponsored refugees will be eligible for these services\, and how they can assist eligible refugees with registration. Guest Speakers from three pre-arrival programs (SOPA\, Next Stop Canada\, and AEIP) will be presenting at the session and will provide information about their services and how they might be beneficial to both sponsors and refugees. Attendees will also have the chance to ask questions at the end of the session. \nLearn about: \n Free pre-arrival programs \n Eligibility requirements \n Registration process \n Various settlement services \n  \nIf you have any questions or concerns\, reach out to our RSTP trainer and session host\, Gizol\, via email at gshah@rstp.ca. \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-pre-arrival-support-services-preparing-the-refugees-you-sponsored-for-their-move-to-canada/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR),Webinar (Virtual attendance),Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201700
CREATED:20260430T174543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T182941Z
UID:24772-1778781600-1778785200@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar: ' The One-Year Window of Opportunity (OYW) provision: eligibility criteria and the application process'
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for:\n All sponsorship group types (including SAHs and their CG’s and Co-sponsors\, Groups of Five\, Community Sponsors)\n Sponsors in the PSR\, BVOR and/or JAS programs\n Sponsored refugee newcomers (who have been in Canada for less than one year)\n  \nHave you recently welcomed a family with non-accompanying dependents? Would you like to learn more about the family reunification process under the One-Year-Window (OYW) program? \nThis session will provide an overview of the OYW program and the main eligibility criteria; it will walk the attendees through the application forms and requirements; and it will provide a hands-on guidance on how to submit a OYW application using the PR Portal. The session will be followed by a Q&A. \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-the-one-year-window-of-opportunity-oyw-provision-eligibility-criteria-and-the-application-process/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201700
CREATED:20260430T173832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T174015Z
UID:24769-1779818400-1779822000@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar: 'Addressing Secondary Migration: what sponsors need to know’
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for:\n All sponsorship group types (including SAHs and their CG’s and Co-sponsors\, Groups of Five\, Community Sponsors)\n  PSR and BVOR program sponsors\n  \nThis webinar provides an overview of secondary migration among Privately Sponsored Refugees (PSRs)\, focusing on the implications for sponsors and newcomers. Participants will learn how to manage sponsorship responsibilities when refugees move to a different community\, understand reporting and communication procedures\, and explore best practices for supporting successful resettlement after relocation. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-addressing-secondary-migration-what-sponsors-need-to-know-2/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201700
CREATED:20260421T183652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T172446Z
UID:24748-1779890400-1779895800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar: 'Understanding the Social Insurance (SIN) number application process (guest speaker from Service Canada)'
DESCRIPTION:This virtual info session for all private sponsorship groups will focus on applying for the refugee newcomer’s Social Insurance Number and the related process(es). As part of their sponsorship responsibilities\, PSR and BVOR sponsors are expected to assist the refugee newcomers they sponsored with obtaining SIN documentation. \nWe have invited a guest speaker from Service Canada to present about the topic. Attendees will also have a chance to ask questionsat the end of the presentation. \n  \nYou will learn about: \n What a Social Insurance Number is \n  How and where to apply \n  The ‘My Service Canada’ account \n  \nIf you have any questions or concerns\, reach out to the BC RSTP Trainer\, Gizol\, via email at gshah@rstp.ca. \n  \nRegister
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-national-rstp-webinar-understanding-the-social-insurance-sin-number-application-process-w-a-guest-speaker-from-service-canada/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Community Sponsors,Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR),Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five
ORGANIZER;CN="Gizol Timoor Shah":MAILTO:gshah@rstp.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T201700
CREATED:20260430T175237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T175237Z
UID:24775-1779991200-1779994800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:National webinar: 'Walkthrough of the Permanent Resident (PR) Portal for invited parties'
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for:\n All sponsorship group types (including SAHs and their CGs/Co-Sponsors\, Community Sponsors and Groups of Five) who are sponsoring through the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program.\n  \nPlease join us for a demonstration how to submit Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) sponsorship applications on IRCC’s Permanent Residence Portal (PR Portal) for sponsors and/or refugee applicants who are invited to a sponsorship application. Attendees will learn about the steps that invited sponsors and/or principal applicants will need to take to create an account\, access the application they have been invited to\, complete the parts specific to them\, and upload required information. \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/national-webinar-walkthrough-of-the-permanent-resident-pr-portal-for-invited-parties/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Private Sponsorship of Refugees
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