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Online Info Session: Social Programs for Newcomers at the Calgary Catholic Immigration Society (CCIS) (For sponsors & newcomers in Alberta)

Virtual

(Webinar for Groups of Five, Community Sponsors, SAHs and their Constituent Groups /Co-sponsors in Calgary) An online info session introducing Calgary Catholic Immigration Society's (CCIS) services and programs that are available to newcomers, including sponsored refugees in the region. Sponsors in the BVOR and PSR programs, as well as sponsored newcomers are welcome to join. […]

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Monthly Series #4: How to Prepare for Arrival & Meeting Post-Arrival Needs and Requirements in an Ethical Way

Virtual

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 We will go over the […]

Post-Arrival Budget Calculations for Sponsors in the PSR Program. (Online/Canada-wide)

Virtual

This session will provide sponsors in the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program with practical guidance on calculating and managing budgets for Privately Sponsored Refugees (PSRs) after their arrival in Canada. Participants will learn how to:  -Calculate the amount of financial support you're required to provide during the settlement period (after arrival) -Align monthly financial […]

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Monthly PSR Series #5: Preparing for and Transitioning to Month 13

Virtual

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. We will go over the following information: *learn about Month 13 and […]

Supporting Yourself and Others through Stress and Anxiety (Webinar for all refugee sponsors & volunteers)

Virtual

A virtual webinar for all refugee sponsors and sponsorship volunteers in Canada. Supporting others through meaningful transitions can be incredibly rewarding— but it also comes with challenges. Balancing our own well-being with the responsibility of supporting others can often feel heavy and tricky to navigate. Join the Refugee Sponsorship Training Program (RSTP) and Mental Health […]

Preparing for the Interview (Online webinar for PSR Sponsors and Refugees)

Virtual

A strong foundation is the key to a successful outcome. That’s why preparing a refugee for their visa interview leads to positive decision. To assist you, RSTP invites sponsors and refugees who are applying for the PSR program (who speak English) to the "Preparing for the Interview" training session which is designed to empower you, whether […]

Webinar for PSR Sponsors: Learning About the Permanent Resident Portal (Online Canada-wide or in-person in Saskatoon)

Virtual

Are you getting ready to become a refugee sponsor in the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program but have not yet used the Permanent Resident Portal? Are you struggling to make your sponsorship application work or simply interested in learning about the Permanent Residence Portal because you may want to do a sponsorship in the […]

An Introduction to the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) Program (In-Person Workshop in St. John’s NL)

Association for New Canadians ESL Training Centre 148 Elizabeth Avenue, St. John's, Newfound Land & Labrador, Canada

This workshop is intended for anyone in the St. John's area (and beyond) who is interested in becoming a sponsor under the PSR program. New and potential sponsors are welcome to join us, as well as former PSR sponsors who may need a program refresher to become active again. Join the RSTP’s local trainer, Tim […]

Monthly PSR Series # 1: What is the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program & how does it work?

Virtual

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. We will go over the following information: *an overview of Canada’s refugee sponsorship and resettlement programs *who […]

Managing Expectations and Navigating Culture Shock

Virtual

(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 […]

Monthly PSR Series # 2: How to Prepare a Private Sponsorship Application Package

Virtual

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. We will go over the following information: * an overview […]

Info Session: Showcasing the Gateway Services at Immigrant Services Calgary (ICS) (Webinar for PSR sponsors in Calgary)

Virtual

(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 […]