BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Refugee Sponsorship Training Program (RSTP) - ECPv6.5.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Refugee Sponsorship Training Program (RSTP)
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Refugee Sponsorship Training Program (RSTP)
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T183000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250818T180747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T180846Z
UID:23449-1755622800-1755628200@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:PSR Post-Arrival Financial Support Webinar: “How Much Money do I Need to Give to the Newly Arrived Refugees?” (Saskatoon in-person + Online Canada-wide)
DESCRIPTION:(For sponsors in the Private Sponsorship of Refugees/PSR program)\nSponsors in the PSR program are required to provide financial support to the newcomers they have sponsored. Learn to determine the amount of money that sponsors are required to provide to the newcomers by using the Financial Support Calculator tool. \n  \nRegister Here\n  \nPlease note\, this is a hybrid event. For in-person attendance in Saskatoon\, please come to 106 -129 – 3rd Avenue North\, Saskatoon SK (no registration required). Webinar/workshop starts at 3 pm CST/ 5 pm EST. \n  \nHave questions? Please connect with our webinar facilitator Helen at hsmithmcintyre@rstp.ca.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/post-arrival-financial-support-webinar-how-much-money-do-i-need-to-give-to-the-newly-arrived-refugees-saskatoon-in-person-online-canada-wide/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Workshop (In-person attendance),Webinar (Virtual attendance),Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/post-arrival-responsibilities-of-G5-CS-sponsors-PSR-6.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250812T200523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T200523Z
UID:23437-1755172800-1755174600@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Ready Set Match ! Webinar #4 Submitting your BVOR Sponsorship Application (A 4-Part BVOR Sponsorship Training Series)
DESCRIPTION:Ready Set Match #4: Submitting Your BVOR Sponsorship Application \nYou’ve built a strong group and raised the necessary funds\, now it’s time to take the exciting next step in your sponsorship journey: matching with a BVOR refugee or refugee family! Join us as we take a closer look at the matching process and get you ready to submit your application to sponsor and welcome BVOR refugees. \nIn this training session\, you’ll learn about: \n\nthe matching process\nwhat to consider when matching\ncreating your settlement plan\npreparing your sponsorship application\n\nFormat: a 30-minute webinar followed by an optional Q&A\, plus handouts
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/ready-set-match-webinar-4-submitting-your-bvor-sponsorship-application-a-4-part-bvor-sponsorship-training-series/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Monthly Series,Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/RSM-2-Square-Images-1080-x-1080-px-Instagram-Post-45-e1755029103932.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250720T091744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250720T091744Z
UID:23399-1754488800-1754496000@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Post-Arrival Responsibilities: Managing Expectations & Making Ethical Considerations (hosted from BC\, for all Groups of 5 and Community Sponsors across Canada)
DESCRIPTION:This virtual training session is the second workshop in a 3-part summer series on Post-Arrival Obligations for Groups of Five and Community Sponsors in BC. Sponsors from both the PSR and BVOR program are welcome to join us for some valuable skill training. \nThis session provides information on how sponsors can: \n\n\nmanage their expectations and what ethical considerations to make. \n\nthe stages of settlement;\ncultural awareness/adjustment; expectation management;\nthe value of providing orientation;\nethical considerations and the rights of sponsored newcomers;\nand potential power imbalances.\n\nRegister Here\nPlease note\, this webinar starts at 2 pm EST / 11 am PT and is held online.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/post-arrival-responsibilities-managing-expectations-making-ethical-considerations-hosted-from-bc-for-all-groups-of-5-and-community-sponsors-across-canada/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Community Sponsors,Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/post-arrival-responsibilities-of-G5-CS-sponsors-PSR-7.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250707T164553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T164554Z
UID:23381-1753974000-1753977600@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Monthly PSR Series #5: Preparing for and Transitioning to Month 13
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  \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. \nRegister Here\n  \n\n\nPlease note: this webinar starts at 3 pm EDT and runs for one hour.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/monthly-psr-series-5-preparing-for-and-transitioning-to-month-13/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Monthly Series,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/5.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250720T091133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250720T091133Z
UID:23397-1753801200-1753808400@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:PSR Program Training: The Many Responsibilities of a Private Sponsor (Hybrid\, in-person in Saskatoon or Canada-wide online)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for sponsors in the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program in Saskatchewan and will be held virtually and in-person. Although PSR sponsors from across Canada are welcome to attend online. \nA private sponsor of refugees is required to ensure that the refugees they sponsor integrate well into their new communities. What exactly do sponsors need to do to fulfill this requirement and how do they do it? \nJoin us to learn about various topics like: \n\nthe minimum amount of financial support you are expected to provide on arrival (based on Resettlement Assistance Program rates)\nThe kind of settlement support you’re required to provide and more!\n\nRegister Here\nPlease note\, this webinar starts at 1 pm CST/3 pm EDT. \nFor in-person attendance in Saskatoon\, please come to106-129 3rd Avenue South\, Saskatoon\, SK (no registration required for in-person participants)
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/psr-program-training-the-many-responsibilities-of-a-private-sponsor-hybrid-in-person-in-saskatoon-or-canada-wide-online/
LOCATION:Saskatoon Open Door Society\, 129 3rd Avenue North #100\, Saskatoon\, Saskatchewan\, S7K 2H4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Workshop (In-person attendance),Webinar (Virtual attendance),Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/post-arrival-responsibilities-of-G5-CS-sponsors-PSR-e1753002671758.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250707T163837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T164141Z
UID:23377-1753369200-1753376400@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Monthly Series #4: How to Prepare for Arrival & Meeting Post-Arrival Needs and Requirements 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). \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. \nRegister Here\n\nPlease note: this webinar starts at 3 pm EDT and runs for 2 hours.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/monthly-series-4-how-to-prepare-for-arrival-meeting-post-arrival-needs-and-requirements-in-an-ethical-way-6/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Monthly Series,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/4.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250720T092616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250720T092616Z
UID:23403-1753358400-1753362000@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Ready Set Match #1: Building a Strong BVOR Sponsorship Group (Online 4-part training series\, Canada-wide)
DESCRIPTION:A successful sponsorship begins with someone – just like you – who wants to welcome refugees into their community and help them thrive. But you can’t do it alone. Join us as we share practical guidance and resources on how to find like-minded people and build a strong sponsorship group together. \nIn this training session\, you’ll learn about:  \n\nthe different types of sponsorship groups\ngroup structures and roles of group members\nhow to find people to join your group\nhow to work together effectively as a group\n\nFormat: a 30-minute webinar followed by an optional Q&A\, plus handouts \nRegister Here\nPlease note\, this webinar starts at 12 pm (noon) EDT. \n  \nImportant: If you are a refugee or know of a refugee looking for sponsors in Canada\, please do not attend this webinar. The program cannot accept applications for sponsorship from refugees abroad. Refugees for the BVOR program are referred by the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) and selected by the Canadian government based on a specific set of criteria. Refugees cannot apply\, and sponsors cannot name someone for this program.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/ready-set-match-1-building-a-strong-bvor-sponsorship-group-online-4-part-training-series-canada-wide/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Community Sponsors,Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/RSM-1-Facebook-Banner-New-Colours-1080-x-1350-px.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250720T090347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250720T090505Z
UID:23393-1753189200-1753196400@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:PSR Program Training: The Refugees I Sponsored are Arriving - Now what? (Hybrid session in Saskatoon + all of Canada online)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for sponsors in the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program in Saskatchewan and will be held virtually and in-person. Although PSR sponsors from across Canada are welcome to attend online. \nLearn all about welcoming newcomers and what to do in the early days after their arrival to set the sponsorship up for success. \nJoin this session to learn about: \n\nWelcoming newcomers and providing orientation\nWays to manage communication between sponsors and the newcomers and within the sponsor group\nConnecting with and accessing free support from settlement service providers\n\nRegister Here\nPlease note\, this webinar starts at 12 pm CST. Location (virtual): on Zoom or in-person at 106 -129 3rd Avenue South\, Saskatoon\, SK (No registration required for in-person participants) \n 
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/psr-program-training-the-refugees-i-sponsored-are-arriving-now-what-hybrid-session-in-saskatoon-all-of-canada-online/
LOCATION:Saskatoon Open Door Society\, 129 3rd Avenue North #100\, Saskatoon\, Saskatchewan\, S7K 2H4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Workshop (In-person attendance),Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Community Sponsors,City,Saskatoon
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/The-refugees-are-arriving-now-what-2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250720T092920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250720T092920Z
UID:23407-1752998400-1753030800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Ready Set Match #2: Financial Requirements and Budgeting for BVOR Sponsors (Online\, Canada-wide)
DESCRIPTION:BVOR sponsors share the cost of sponsorship with the Government of Canada\, but how much must a sponsorship group contribute and what are the rules around financial support? Join us as we answer these questions and more to equip you with the knowledge you need to meet your financial obligations as a BVOR sponsor. \nIn this training session\, you’ll learn about:  \n\nthe financial requirements of sponsorship\nResettlement Assistance Program (RAP) support and rules\nestimating income and expenses to create a realistic budget\n\nFormat: a 30-minute webinar followed by an optional Q&A\, plus handouts \nRegister Here\nPlease note\, this webinar starts at 12 pm EDT and runs for one hour. It is accessible from anywhere in Canada. \nImportant: If you are a refugee or know of a refugee looking for sponsors in Canada\, please do not attend this webinar. The program cannot accept applications for sponsorship from refugees abroad. Refugees for the BVOR program are referred by the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) and selected by the Canadian government based on a specific set of criteria. Refugees cannot apply\, and sponsors cannot name someone for this program.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/ready-set-match-2-financial-requirements-and-budgeting-for-bvor-sponsors-online-canada-wide/
CATEGORIES:Groups of Five,Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Community Sponsors,Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/RSM-2-Facebook-Banner-New-Colours-1080-x-1350-px-1080-x-1080-px-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250705T062952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T163313Z
UID:23356-1752764400-1752771600@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Monthly Series #3: Submitting a Private Sponsorship 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  \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. \nRegister Here\n  \n\nPlease note: this webinar starts at 3 pm EDT and runs for 2 hours.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/monthly-series-2-how-to-prepare-a-private-sponsorship-application-package-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Monthly Series,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/3.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T163000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250706T050250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T150519Z
UID:23361-1752591600-1752597000@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Webinaire: L'abc du parrainage privé de réfugiés (French language webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Cette session\, présentée par le RSTP pour les nouveaux parrains et les parrains expérimentés\, fournira un aperçu général du Programme de parrainage privé de réfugiés (PPPR)\, y compris : \n\n>un aperçu des programmes de parrainage et de réinstallation de réfugiés du Canada ;\n>qui peut parrainer dans le cadre du PPPR ; les critères d’admissibilité et de recevabilité pour les réfugiés parrainés dans le cadre du PPPR ;\n>l’importance des documents relatifs au statut de réfugié et qui en a besoin ;\n>et un aperçu de la procédure de demande.\n\n  \nLes participants auront également le temps de poser toutes les questions pertinentes qu’ils souhaitent. \nVous Inscrire
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/webinaire-labc-du-parrainage-prive-de-refugies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/labc-du-parrainage-prive.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Michelle Ndizeye":MAILTO:mndizeye@rstp.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250714T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250714T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250625T143403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T144234Z
UID:23337-1752501600-1752508800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Ready to Settle Refugee Newcomers (PSR program training for Groups of 5 & Community Sponsors)
DESCRIPTION:This online training session is designed to get Groups of Five and Community Sponsors ready to provide settlement support to the newcomers they’ve sponsored under the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program. We will provide a thorough overview of the sponsorship roles and expectations as laid out in the program requirements. \nJoin us to learn about: \n\nIRCC’s expectations for post-arrival settlement support\nThe key roles and responsibilities of Groups of Five and Community Sponsors\nHow to ensure newcomers (and sponsors) benefit from the full range of available community supports and services available to them\n\nRegister Here \nPlease note\, this training session runs from 12 – 2 pm (MDT)/ 2 – 4 pm (EDT)
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/ready-to-settle-refugee-newcomers-psr-program-training-for-the-co-sponsors-constituent-groups-of-sahs/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Community Sponsors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Post-arrival-responsibilities-Navigating-Employment-Resources-11.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Anoush Newman":MAILTO:anewman@rstp.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250612T171701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T063057Z
UID:23234-1752069600-1752076800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:PSR Post-Arrival Training: Post-Arrival Responsibilities (For Groups of Five & Community Sponsors in BC)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is the first in a 3-part summer series on Post-Arrival Obligations for Groups of Five and Community Sponsors in BC. Although PSR sponsors from across Canada are welcome to attend. \nIn this first session\, sponsors in the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program will \nlearn about the post-arrival support timeline; the minimum amount of financial support that they are expected to provide on arrival (based on Resettlement Assistance Program rates) and how to use the Minimum Financial Support Calculator and more! \nLearn how to recalculate financial support if situations change and how to connect with settlement agencies who can assist sponsors with fulfilling their settlement responsibilities. \nTime: 11 am – 1 pm (PT) \nLocation (virtual): on Zoom \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/psr-post-arrival-training-post-arrival-responsibilities-for-groups-of-five-community-sponsors-in-bc/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Community Sponsors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/post-arrival-responsibilities-of-G5-CS-sponsors-PSR-e1753002671758.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250707T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250707T220000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250625T043433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T144538Z
UID:23332-1751918400-1751925600@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Ready to Settle Refugee Newcomers (PSR program training for the Constituent Groups & Co-Sponsors of SAHs)
DESCRIPTION:This online training session is designed to get the Constituent Groups & Co-Sponsors of SAHs ready to provide settlement support to the newcomers they’ve sponsored under the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program. We will provide a thorough overview of the sponsorship roles and expectations as laid out in the program requirements. \nJoin us to learn about: \n\nIRCC’s expectations for post-arrival settlement support\nThe key roles and responsibilities of CGs and Co-Sponsors\nHow to ensure newcomers benefit from the full range of available community supports and services\n\nRegister Here \nPlease note\, this training session runs from  6 – 8 pm (MDT)/ 8 – 10 pm (EDT)
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/ready-to-settle-refugee-newcomers-psr-program-training-for-groups-of-5-community-sponsors/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Sponsorship Agreement Holders
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Post-arrival-responsibilities-Navigating-Employment-Resources.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250625T041226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T041227Z
UID:23315-1750665600-1754240400@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:E-Training course for settlement professionals: Allies in Private Sponsorship (SPT101)
DESCRIPTION:If you missed the orientation session on June 23rd\, you can still enroll in the course. In some instances a late registration may not be possible.  Please reach out to our course instructor Anoush anewman@rstp.ca for more information. \n__________________ \nWe invite you to a great learning opportunity designed especially for settlement service professionals who are working with privately sponsored refugees and their sponsors! \nThis online e-training course combines flexible self-study with engaging weekly video chats with course facilitators and course-mates\, helping you understand the ins and outs of private sponsorship in Canada. Over six weeks\, you’ll explore key topics like sponsor roles\, newcomer rights\, and how settlement workers can best support privately sponsored refugees. Please note\, this session is currently offered in English only. \nDate: June 23 to August 3 2025 \nLocation (virtual): on Moodle \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/e-training-course-for-settlement-professionals-allies-in-private-sponsorship-spt101/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Settlement-Professionals-etraining.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250612T171152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T171152Z
UID:23232-1750611600-1750618800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:PSR Post-Arrival Training: Covering all the Bases (For SAHs and their CG’s & CS)
DESCRIPTION:Join our hybrid webinar (online Canada-wide or in-person attendance possible in Saskatoon). \nGet a thorough overview of all of your sponsorship responsibilities during the post-arrival period. Covering all the bases makes sure that you’re prepared and not missing anything! \nPlease note\, this session is specific to the requirements in the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program\, we will not cover BVOR sponsorship requirements. \nIf you cannot attend this session. Please note this is a duplicate session\, identical to the session being held on June 18th in Saskatoon and online. \nRegister Here \nThis event starts at 3 pm CST
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/psr-post-arrival-training-covering-all-the-bases-for-sahs-and-their-cgs-cs-2/
LOCATION:Saskatoon Open Door Society\, 129 3rd Avenue North #100\, Saskatoon\, Saskatchewan\, S7K 2H4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Workshop (In-person attendance),Webinar (Virtual attendance),Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Saskatoon
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Post-Arrival-Requirements-for-Private-Sponsorship-of-Refugees-ENGLISH-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250612T170443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T170443Z
UID:23230-1750266000-1750273200@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:PSR Post-Arrival Training: Covering all the Bases (For SAHs and their CG's & CS)
DESCRIPTION:Join our hybrid webinar (online Canada-wide or in-person attendance possible in Saskatoon). \nGet a thorough overview of all of your sponsorship responsibilities during the post-arrival period. Covering all the bases makes sure that you’re prepared and not missing anything! \nPlease note\, this session is specific to the requirements in the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program\, we will not cover BVOR sponsorship requirements. \nIf you cannot attend this session\, we will hold it again at the same time on June 22nd. Please see our events calendar to register for the June 22nd event. \nRegister Here\nThis event starts at 3 pm CST
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/psr-post-arrival-training-covering-all-the-bases-for-sahs-and-their-cgs-cs/
LOCATION:Saskatoon Open Door Society\, 129 3rd Avenue North #100\, Saskatoon\, Saskatchewan\, S7K 2H4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Workshop (In-person attendance),Webinar (Virtual attendance),Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Saskatoon
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Post-Arrival-Requirements-for-Private-Sponsorship-of-Refugees-ENGLISH-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250530T160740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T161002Z
UID:23184-1750165200-1750168800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Info Session about the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) with Service Canada
DESCRIPTION:This 1-hour info session hosted by the Refugee Sponsorship Training Program (RSTP) with guest presenters from Service Canada is open to all refugee sponsors (all programs) and sponsored refugee newcomers across Canada. \nLearn about the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) and how it helps to make the cost of dental care more affordable for eligible Canadian residents. Applications are now open for all eligible adults and children. There will be an opportunity to ask questions during this info session. \nWhat we will cover during this session:\n>Eligibility criteria such as income\, residency status & income tax requirements.\n>A brief overview of the application & approval process\n>co-payment costs\n>how to find an oral health care provider\n>A short navigation tutorial of the canada.ca/dental website \n  \nRegister Here\nPlease note this webinar starts at 1 PM Eastern Time and is 1-hour long. Registration is required. \n 
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/dentalcare/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Community Sponsors,Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Canadian-Dental-Care-Plan-Info-Session.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Lubna Bajjali":MAILTO:lbajjali@rstp.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250602T161718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T165538Z
UID:23221-1749729600-1749733200@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Cancelled - Ready Set Match #3: Fundraising Ideas and Guidelines
DESCRIPTION:Please note: this event has been cancelled and will be rescheduled for the month of July. To receive notice of the new date\, please subscribe to the BVOR NEWS here: Subscribe\n  \n  \n\n*Ready Set Match! About the BVOR sponsorship series.\nIntroducing our new series of short\, practical training sessions designed to get you ready to match with a BVOR refugee or refugee family in urgent need of sponsorship.  \nAbout this webinar: Fundraising Ideas and Guidelines \nOnce you know how much money you need for a BVOR sponsorship\, it’s time to put the F-U-N in fundraising! Join us as we dive into some of the different ways to raise funds and share successful fundraising ideas from BVOR sponsors. \nIn this training session\, you’ll learn about:  \n\nacceptable sources of funds\nfundraising strategies and ideas\nguidelines around gathering in-kind donations\npromoting your fundraising efforts\n\nFormat: a 30-minute webinar followed by an optional Q&A\, plus handouts \n 
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/ready-set-match-3-fundraising-ideas-and-guidelines/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/RSM-3.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250602T161203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T161203Z
UID:23218-1749128400-1749132000@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Ready Set Match #2: Financial Requirements and Budgeting for BVOR Sponsors
DESCRIPTION:*Ready Set Match! A new BVOR webinar series.\nIntroducing our new series of short\, practical training sessions designed to get you ready to match with a BVOR refugee or refugee family in urgent need of sponsorship.  \nWhat’s Webinar #2 all about? \nBVOR sponsors share the cost of sponsorship with the Government of Canada\, but how much must a sponsorship group contribute and what are the rules around financial support? Join us as we answer these questions and more to equip you with the knowledge you need to meet your financial obligations as a BVOR sponsor. \nIn this training session\, you’ll learn about:  \n\nthe financial requirements of sponsorship\nResettlement Assistance Program (RAP) support and rules\nestimating income and expenses to create a realistic budget\n\nFormat: a 30-minute webinar followed by an optional Q&A\, plus handouts \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/ready-set-match-2-financial-requirements-and-budgeting-for-bvor-sponsors/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/RSM-2-Facebook-Banner-New-Colours-1080-x-1350-px-1080-x-1080-px-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250501T173953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T174035Z
UID:22931-1748358000-1748361600@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Monthly Series #5: Preparing for and Transitioning to Month 13
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  \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. \nRegister Here\n\nPlease note: this webinar starts at 3 pm EDT and runs for one hour.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/monthly-series-5-preparing-for-and-transitioning-to-month-13-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Monthly Series,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/5.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250501T173732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T173732Z
UID:22929-1747926000-1747933200@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Monthly Series #4: How to Prepare for Arrival & Meeting Post-Arrival Needs and Requirements 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). \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. \nRegister Here\n\nPlease note: this webinar starts at 3 pm EDT and runs for 2 hours.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/monthly-series-4-how-to-prepare-for-arrival-meeting-post-arrival-needs-and-requirements-in-an-ethical-way-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Monthly Series,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/4.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250501T173447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T173447Z
UID:22927-1747321200-1747328400@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Monthly Series #3: Submitting a Private Sponsorship 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  \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. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/monthly-series-3-submitting-a-private-sponsorship-application-online-on-the-pr-portal-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Monthly Series,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/3.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250402T160016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T160054Z
UID:22774-1747227600-1747234800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Scam Awareness & Fraud Prevention Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Scams and fraud are becoming more sophisticated\, especially with the rise of the use of artificial intelligence (AI) generated informatoin and media in in fraudulent activities. Anyone can become a target – newcomers like sponsored refugees who are still adjusting to life in Canada are especially vulnerable as they may not be familiar with these threats…yet! \nSponsors and refugee newcomers are encouraged to join this info session for an opportunity to learn how to to recognize threats and prevent potential negative outcomes if they are targeted. \nA guest speaker from MOSAIC (a settlement provider organization) will also join us during this session to present about the topic. \nRegister Here\nPlease note: this virtual info session starts at 1 pm EDT / 10 am PDT – it is 2 hours long and will be hosted on ZOOM.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/22774/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Sponsorship Agreement Holders,Community Sponsors,Blended Visa Office-Referred Initiative (BVOR)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/scam-awareness.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250501T173132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T173133Z
UID:22925-1747148400-1747155600@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Monthly Series # 2: How to Prepare a Private Sponsorship Application Package
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  \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. \nRegister Here\nPlease note: this webinar starts at 3 pm EDT and runs for 2 hours.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/monthly-series-2-how-to-prepare-a-private-sponsorship-application-package-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Monthly Series,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250501T172850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T172851Z
UID:22923-1746543600-1746550800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Monthly Series # 1: What is the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program & how does it work?
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. \n  \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. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/monthly-series-1-what-is-the-private-sponsorship-of-refugees-psr-program-how-does-it-work-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Monthly Series,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250402T165122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T165122Z
UID:22787-1746028800-1746032400@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Monthly Series #5: Preparing for and Transitioning to Month 13
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  \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. \nRegister Here\nPlease note: this webinar starts at 4 pm EDT and runs for one hour.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/monthly-series-5-preparing-for-and-transitioning-to-month-13-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Monthly Series,Private Sponsorship of Refugees
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/5.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250425T163057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T171705Z
UID:22899-1745866800-1745874000@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:Ask RSTP Anything About the Permanent Residence (PR) Portal - for the Temporary Public Policy to Sponsor Sudanese Refugees.’ (G5/CS)
DESCRIPTION:*Note: This session will be held in English. \nIf you belong to a Group of Five or a Community Sponsorship Group and are planning to apply for a sponsorship under the Temporary Public Policy to Facilitate the Sponsorship of Sudanese Refugees\, join this session to learn how to submit your application online! \nPaper applications are no longer accepted\, during this session you will learn: \n\nHow to access the online Permanent Residence Portal\nHow to access the application documents\nHow to submit your application documents online.\n\nPlease feel free to bring your questions! Our RSTP trainer will be available to answer them live. \nRegister Here\nThis webinar starts at 7 PM Eastern Time.
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/ask-rstp-anything-about-the-permanent-residence-pr-portal-for-the-temporary-public-policy-to-sponsor-sudanese-refugees-g5-cs/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Community Sponsors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/PR-Portal-for-TPP.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250425T172504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T172616Z
UID:22910-1745773200-1745776800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:How to Submit your PSR Application Online / Walkthrough of the Permanent Residence (PR) Portal. (Hybrid. Online & In-Person in Saskatoon)
DESCRIPTION:All Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) applications must now be submitted using IRCC’s web portal\, called the Permanent Residence Portal. This includes the sponsorships submitted through the Temporary Public Policy to Facilitate the Sponsorship of Sudanese Refugees by Groups of Five and Community Sponsors. Join this virtual training session to learn how to navigate the portal and how to submit your PSR application(s) online. \n  \nTo attend online from anywhere in Canada\, please register here: \nVirtual Attendee\nLocation for in-person attendees in Saskatoon: The Newcomer Information Centre at 106 – 129 Third Avenue North\, Saskatoon \n  \nPlease note: this workshop/webinar starts at 5 PM (EDT) / 3 PM (CST)
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/how-to-submit-your-psr-application-online-walkthrough-of-the-permanent-residence-pr-portal-hybrid-online-in-person-in-saskatoon/
LOCATION:Newcomer Information Centre Saskatoon\, 106-129-3rd Avenue North\, Saskatoon\, Saskatchewan\, S7K 2H4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Workshop (In-person attendance),Webinar (Virtual attendance),Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Saskatoon
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Digital-Intake-Portal-Information-Sessions-French-e1714579988572.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T163107
CREATED:20250425T160428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T191926Z
UID:22891-1745672400-1745677800@www.rstp.ca
SUMMARY:(Session in English) Ask RSTP Anything about Sponsoring Sudanese refugees under the Temporary Public Policy for Groups of 5 and Community Sponsors
DESCRIPTION:*This session will be delivered in English. \nIRCC has announced a temporary public policy that enables Groups of Five and Community Sponsors to sponsor Sudanese refugees who do not have a refugee status document issued by the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR)\, or a foreign state\, which formally recognizes the applicant as a refugee. RSTP is inviting all interested sponsorship groups to attend this virtual session with RSTP Trainers and ask any general questions you may have about the temporary public policy\, sponsorship application process\, eligibility criteria or sponsors’ responsibilities. \n  \nRegister Here\nPlease note: IRCC will only accept new applications from Groups of Five and Community Sponsors for Sudanese refugees. You cannot submit new Group of Five or Community Sponsor applications for other refugee populations as there is a temporary pause in effect until December 31\, 2025. \nFurther information about this policy is available at: \n\nResettling Sudanese nationals affected by the crisis in Sudan – Canada.ca\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.rstp.ca/en/event/sponsoring-sudanese-refugees-under-the-temporary-public-policy-for-groups-of-five-and-community-sponsors-6/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar (Virtual attendance),Groups of Five,Private Sponsorship of Refugees,Community Sponsors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.rstp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/TPP-English.png
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR