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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T163000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T160000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T160000
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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:20260513T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T150000
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CREATED:20260415T170322Z
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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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