Webinars (Virtual)
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Past Webinars
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How to Submit a Refugee Sponsorship Application to ROC-O Via Email for G5s and CS Sponsors (English)
Date:Thursday, July 8, 2021
Time:5:30 PM - 8:00 PM PDT
Where: Virtual
This RSTP webinar session will provide an in-depth look at how to submit a refugee sponsorship application under the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program to the Resettlement Operations Centre – Ottawa (ROC-O) via email and when and how to update an application after submission.
Registration Link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqf-GqqDsqGNaPFTr6wcNbVI3sExn3CQW1
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Drop-in Session for Groups of Five and Community Sponsors in the GTA
Date:Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Time:5:00 PM EDT
Where: Virtual
In this drop-in session, RSTP Trainer will answer any questions that sponsors might have about the Group of Five and Community Sponsorship. Sponsors are encouraged to send their questions in advance during registration. During the session, we will use Slido to compile a list of questions and we will prioritize the questions based on participants’ votes. All sponsors (new and experienced) are welcome.
Registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcrfu6orjwqGNd0-V8tQu7a1J3QL9w0gkeZ
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Before You Apply to Sponsor
Date:Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Time:3:00 pm to 5:00 pm EDT
Where: Virtual
Follow Aliya and learn about sponsorship while she finds out: who is eligible to be sponsored, who can be a sponsor, the cost of sponsorship, and an overview of the application process.
Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8113804691577453838
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Preparing and Transitioning to Month 13
Date:Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Time:3:00 pm to 5:00 pm EDT
Where: Virtual
This webinar delivered by RSTP for new and experienced sponsors while providing an in-depth look at what is Month 13 and when sponsors should start preparing for the transition to Month 13; resources that are available to assist sponsors and sponsored newcomers with the transition; what to consider when sponsors and sponsored newcomers begin preparing for the transition; services that are available to sponsored newcomers in Month 13; and, how to evaluate the sponsorship period.
Registration link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7455390740003101195
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How to Fill out Application Forms for G5 and CS Sponsors (English)
Date:Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Time:5:30 pm to 8:00 pm PDT
Where: Virtual
This RSTP webinar session will provide an in-depth look at how to prepare applications to sponsor refugees under the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program, including: how to complete the application forms (for Groups of Five, Community Sponsors and the refugees being sponsored); and, what supporting documents must be included with the application package in order to ensure that the application is complete.
Registration Link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwsfuurrjwvGNBYcSZWdshKRL8_d3TL4CtC
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What is Group of Five Sponsorship? NB and PEI
Date:Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Time:6:00pm to 8:00pm ADT
Where: Virtual
In this RSTP information session, we will discuss what requirements needed to form a Group of Five sponsorship. We will discuss RSD requirements, who is able to be the 5 members of the sponsorship team, the funds required, and how to fill out the forms.
Registration link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIkduuhrT8rE9TVO77_36qKrek2_B1u-cgq
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Filling in the Forms to Sponsor a Refugee
Date:Sunday, June 27, 2021
Time:3:00 pm CST
Where: 106 - 129 3rd Avenue, North Saskatoon SK
In this RSTP workshop, participants would learn about filling the many forms correctly in order to sponsor a refugee. Please note that the maximum audience allowed at the event venue is 5 people. The event is also accessible virtually through Zoom meeting via registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86019453860?pwd=UGRPTXRKdS9PQzBJb050eXBlMUdRdz09. For more information, please contact RSTP trainer, Helen Smith-McIntyre, at tel: 306-343-8303.
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Online Workshop for CGs and Co-Sponsors of SAHs
Date:Saturday, June 26, 2021
Time:2:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT
Where: Virtual
This RSTP online session will provide an orientation on the responsibilities of CGs and co-sponsors when working with SAHs to sponsor refugees under the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program. The following topics will be discussed and examined: the relationship between CGs, co-sponsors and SAHs; 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; situations that may change the amount of financial support that sponsors are expected to provide once the refugees arrive in Canada; an overview of sponsors’ settlement responsibilities under the program and how settlement agencies can assist sponsors with fulfilling their settlement responsibilities; and, an overview of IRCC’s post-arrival assurance activities.
To register for the workshop, attendees are kindly requested to click on this link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwrc-uqqj8qEtZ_HFYUElf5VPDbSU3TM1La
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What is Private Sponsorship?
Date:Saturday, June 26, 2021
Time:12:30 pm to 2:00 pm ADT
Where: Virtual
Are you interested in learning about the sponsorship of refugees? In this RSTP training session, we will learn about who can be sponsored through the Private Sponsorship of Refugees Program (PSR), and the different types of sponsorship. As well as, who is eligible to be sponsor through the PSR program. We will look at the forms required for the sponsorship process and how the process works.
Registration link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUvc-2srDwqG9a7RplnSZlJLVzcdJ_Dtf5C
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Tips and Tricks of a Successful Settlement Plan
Date:Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Time:6:00pm to 8:00pm ADT
Where: Virtual
In this RSTP information session, we will walk through the settlement undertaking form and the settlement plan. We will look at how to fill out the form properly and what details should be included in the plan. As well, we will look at having a permanent housing plan for the newcomers. Finally, we will examine the difference between funds held in trust versus funds pledged from income, and what proof is required for both.
Registration link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcucOmuqzkjE9T8QwWQTRxSh6kJ3CHV7r5z