Webinars (Virtual)

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Past Webinars

  • Sponsoring Refugees as a Group of Five or Community Sponsor

    Date:Wednesday, February 1, 2023
    Time:6:30 PM Mountain Time
    Where: Virtual via Zoom

    You can learn more about sponsoring refugees as a Group of Five or a Community Sponsor.

    This session will cover the application process, who can be included, and application forms for the sponsor and the refugee.

    Sign Up Here

  • BVOR Pre-Arrival Orientation

    Date:Tuesday, January 31, 2023
    Time:12:00 PM Eastern Time
    Where: Virtual via Zoom

    For sponsors who have matched with refugees and are preparing for arrival. Covers information on calculating RAP rates, pre/post-arrival communication, and what to have ready for the first days after arrival.

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  • BVOR 101

    Date:Thursday, January 26, 2023
    Time:3:00 PM Eastern Time
    Where: Virtual via Zoom

    For those interested in the Blended Visa-Office Referred Program, join us in learning about the process of matching with refugees, the roles and responsibilities of sponsors, and how to get started in forming your group to sponsor through the program.

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  • Introduction to Community Sponsorship

    Date:Thursday, December 22, 2022
    Time:6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST
    Where: Virtual via Zoom

    Topics covered will include: Eligibility and admissibility requirements for refugees being sponsored; who can be included in one applications package Community Sponsorship Required Forms and Documents.

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  • G5 Sponsors: Preparing a Settlement Plan

    Date:Wednesday, December 21, 2022
    Time:6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST
    Where: Virtual via Zoom

    This webinar is for new and experienced sponsors. We will provide an in-depth look at Who can sponsor, Who can be sponsored, who can be included in one application, and Settlement requirements and supporting documents to sponsor refugees under the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program.

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  • Overview of the Private Sponsorship of Refugees Program (English)

    Date:Monday, December 19, 2022
    Time:6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST
    Where: Virtual via Zoom

    This session will provide an in-depth look at the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program, including an overview of Canada’s refugee sponsorship and resettlement programs; who can sponsor under the PSR program; the eligibility and admissibility requirements for refugees being sponsored under the PSR program; the importance of refugee status documents and who needs them; and, an overview of the application process.

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  • Overview of the Private Sponsorship of Refugees Program (Amharic)

    Date:Saturday, December 17, 2022
    Time:6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST
    Where: Virtual via Zoom

    RSTP is hosting a webinar in Amharic, and we will provide an in-depth look at the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program, including an overview of Canada’s refugee sponsorship and resettlement programs, who can sponsor under the PSR program; the eligibility and admissibility requirements for refugees being sponsored under the PSR program; the importance of refugee status documents and who needs them; and, an overview of the application process.

     

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  • Group of Five Sponsorship Part Two

    Date:Tuesday, November 29, 2022
    Time:6:00PM - 7:30PM PST
    Where: Virtual via Zoom

    Part Two covers the settlement support, application process, forms and supporting documents.

    Register Here

    After registering, the confirmation email containing information about joining the session will be sent.

  • Group of Five Sponsorship Webinar Part One

    Date:Thursday, November 24, 2022
    Time:6:00PM - 7:30PM PST
    Where: Virtual via Zoom

    Part One will cover eligibility criteria for sponsors and sponsored refugees and financial responsibilities.

    Register Here

    After registering, the confirmation email containing information about joining the session will be sent.

  • Introduction to the Private Sponsorship of Refugees Program

    Date:Sunday, November 20, 2022
    Time:3:00 PM - 5:00 PM CST
    Where: Virtual via Zoom

    Join us to learn about the Private Sponsorship of Refugees Program: who can sponsor, who can be sponsored and the responsibility of the sponsors.

    Register Here