Webinars (Virtual)
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Edmonton and Northern AB: What Settlement Services are Currently Available for Newcomers and How to Access These Services?
Date: Wednesday, November 25, 2020
Time: 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm MST
Where: Virtual
In this RSTP webinar session, we will discuss the currently available settlement services and support for sponsored newcomers and how to access them. We will talk about how newcomer-serving agencies have been able to continue delivering services and programs for newcomers since the start of the pandemic, what new programs and initiatives have emerged over the past several months, and what sponsors need to know if they would like to connect sponsored newcomers with the settlement programs in their area.
Registration link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4068213224607518220
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How to Submit a Refugee Sponsorship Application to ROC-O Via Email for G5s and CS Sponsors
Date: Tuesday, November 24, 2020
Time: 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm PST
Where: Virtual
This 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/tJMqc-2orD4qHtcAlGcEGz2WpFdLJrxy8vxb
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Greater Toronto Area: What Settlement Services are Currently Available for Newcomers and How to Access These Services?
Date: Tuesday, November 24, 2020
Time: 10:30 am to 12:00 pm EST
Where: Virtual
In this RSTP webinar session, we will discuss the currently available settlement services and support for sponsored newcomers and how to access them. We will talk about how newcomer-serving agencies have been able to continue delivering services and programs for newcomers since the start of the pandemic, what new programs and initiatives have emerged over the past several months, and what sponsors need to know if they would like to connect sponsored newcomers with the settlement programs in their area.
Registration link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7198688855141511436
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Saskatoon, SK: What Settlement Services are Currently Available for Newcomers and How to Access These Services?
Date: Tuesday, November 24, 2020
Time: 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm CST
Where: Virtual
In this RSTP webinar session, we will discuss the currently available settlement services and support for sponsored newcomers and how to access them. We will talk about how newcomer-serving agencies have been able to continue delivering services and programs for newcomers since the start of the pandemic, what new programs and initiatives have emerged over the past several months, and what sponsors need to know if they would like to connect sponsored newcomers with the settlement programs in their area.
Registration link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYvc-utrD4vHNG0G3GbgQ3mGfQjOGmrcpWP
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Ottawa and Northern Ontario: What Settlement Services are Currently Available for Newcomers and How to Access These Services?
Date: Monday, November 23, 2020
Time: 11:00 am to 12:30 pm EST
Where: Virtual
In this RSTP webinar session, we will discuss the currently available settlement services and support for sponsored newcomers and how to access them. We will talk about how newcomer-serving agencies have been able to continue delivering services and programs for newcomers since the start of the pandemic, what new programs and initiatives have emerged over the past several months, and what sponsors need to know if they would like to connect sponsored newcomers with the settlement programs in their area.
Registration link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8164982554584314124
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Preparing and Transitioning to Month 13
Date: Thursday, November 19, 2020
Time: 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm EST
Where: Virtual
This webinar delivered by RSTP for new and experienced sponsors while provide 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: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2434397219804556048
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Groups of Five and Community Sponsors – Application Forms Clinic
Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020
Time: 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm PST
Where: Virtual
Have any questions about application Forms? This session will give you the chance to ask questions and learn from others when it comes to filling out the application forms.
Registration Link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0qdu2sqzsqHNTgq7yIm50iufWFSCQKbW_t
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Showcasing Calgary Centre for Newcomers Services and Programs
Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020
Time: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm MST
Where: Virtual
RSTP in Calgary AB would like to invite the community and the sponsorship groups to attend the upcoming webinar which will showcase a local settlement services provider. It will focus on services provided by Centre for Newcomers – refugees and immigrants and attendees will learn how Centre for Newcomers welcomes new Canadians and assist with their settlement needs. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the session and get most updated information.
Registration link: showcasing calgary SPO
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Preparing for Arrival and Providing Post-Arrival Support: Handling Unrealistic Expectations and Practicing Ethical Consideration
Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Time: 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm EST
Where: Virtual
This webinar delivered by RSTP for new and experienced sponsors will provide a recap of sponsors’ settlement responsibilities when sponsoring refugees under the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) and Blended Visa Office-Referred (BVOR) programs; review ethical considerations that are important to keep in mind when sponsoring refugees; the power imbalance that exists in the sponsor-sponsored newcomer relationship and tips on how to mitigate the imbalance; and, the importance of managing expectations.
Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6718731138852314384
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Sponsors’ Responsibilities: Before & After Arrival
Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Time: 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm PST
Where: Virtual
This session webinar will provide an in-depth look at the financial and settlement responsibilities of sponsors under the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program, including: how long sponsors are expected to provide financial support to refugees sponsored under the PSR program; situations that may change the amount of financial support that sponsors are expected to provide once the refugees arrive in Canada; and, an overview of sponsors’ settlement responsibilities under the program and how settlement agencies can assist sponsors with fulfilling their settlement responsibilities.
Registration Link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIrdemprTgiHd1eylXibFvPXtbcGcqGpuov