Webinars (Virtual)

The Availability of Settlement Services in Winnipeg during COVID-19

Join RSTP for a webinar session where 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 were able to adapt to the new way of delivering programs and services, and how sponsors could use some of the new technology to keep connected and continue providing support to sponsored newcomers.

Registration: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4441730514850799118

The Availability of Settlement Services in Calgary during COVID-19

Join RSTP for a webinar session where 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 were able to adapt to the new way of delivering programs and services, and how sponsors could use some of the new technology to keep connected and continue providing support to sponsored newcomers.

Registration: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3045084665761365518

The Availability of Settlement Services in Ottawa during COVID-19

Join RSTP for a webinar session where 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 were able to adapt to the new way of delivering programs and services, and how sponsors could use some of the new technology to keep connected and continue providing support to sponsored newcomers.

Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8035048863632041230

The Availability of Settlement Services in Edmonton during COVID-19

Join RSTP for a webinar session where 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 were able to adapt to the new way of delivering programs and services, and how sponsors could use some of the new technology to keep connected and continue providing support to sponsored newcomers.

Registration: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7520325689228246542

The Availability of Settlement Services in Halifax during COVID-19

Join RSTP for a webinar session where 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 were able to adapt to the new way of delivering programs and services, and how sponsors could use some of the new technology to keep connected and continue providing support to sponsored newcomers.

Registration: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1959597308797617678

The Availability of Settlement Services in the Greater Toronto Area during COVID-19

Join RSTP for a webinar session where 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 were able to adapt to the new way of delivering programs and services, and how sponsors could use some of the new technology to keep connected and continue providing support to sponsored newcomers.

Registration: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6937866001483581198

How to Submit a Refugee Sponsorship Application to ROC-O Via Email and Updating Applications After Submission

This webinar delivered by RSTP for new and experienced sponsors 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: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3870860778994144267

Supporting Refugee Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Join RSTP for a webinar session for refugee sponsors where we will look at the reasons why former refugees may be more vulnerable to experiencing re-traumatization during the COVID-19 pandemic; explore how sponsors can recognize the signs of stress and anxiety; and, receive tips on how to support sponsored newcomers who may be showing signs of re-traumatization.

Our guest speakers will share their professional expertise and personal experience on dealing with stress and anxiety due to isolation and uncertainty. The session will include a Q&A with the speakers.

Registration: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7567656366225260303

How to Prepare a Successful Application Package under the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) Program

This webinar delivered by RSTP for new and experienced sponsors will provide an in-depth look at how to prepare applications to sponsor refugees under the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program, including: an overview of the application process; how to structure applications; 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: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4972819919653559051

Preparing a Settlement Plan: The Financial and Settlement Responsibilities of Sponsors under the PSR Program

This webinar delivered by RSTP for new and experienced sponsors 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; the minimum amount of financial support that sponsors are expected to provide to refugees on arrival and the relationship between the Sponsorship Cost Table and the Resettlement Assistance Program (RAP) rates; how to use the Minimum Financial Support Calculator to calculate the minimum level of financial support required on arrival; 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: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8027573283894302987