Webinars (Virtual)

Discussion Forum for SAHs – Working from Home, Sharing Experiences and Best Practices

RSTP is hosting a discussion forum for SAHs to share their experiences of working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic; any tools, tips, best practices or resources they have implemented or developed that enables them to work from home effectively; and, any challenges they have experienced whilst working from home and how they have overcome those challenges.

Attendees are encouraged to participate, share and discuss their experiences during the forum.

Registration: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3417378203212766221

What is the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) Program and How Does it Work?

This webinar delivered by RSTP for new and experienced sponsors 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.

Registration: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3157135895567490827

Preparing and Transitioning to Month 13

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://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2075707934872384525

Preparing for Arrival and Providing Post-Arrival Support: Handling Unrealistic Expectations and Practicing Ethical Consideration

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://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8276808379994151437

Refugee Sponsorship – Overview of Current Financial and Settlement Support in New Brunswick

Sponsors and sponsored newcomers in New Brunswick are invited to join this online presentation, where they will learn about federal and provincial programs that were initiated in response to COVID-19, and other provincial assistance programs that sponsored newcomers may be eligible for. Participants will also learn about how SPO sector has been adapting to provide their services to newcomers under current circumstances and how sponsored newcomers can access these programs and services.

Registration: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6174091348123536909

Refugee Sponsorship – Overview of Current Financial and Settlement Support in Prince Edward Island

Sponsors and sponsored newcomers in Prince Edward Island are invited to join this online presentation, where they will learn about federal and provincial programs that were initiated in response to COVID-19, and other provincial assistance programs that sponsored newcomers may be eligible for. Participants will also learn about how SPO sector has been adapting to provide their services to newcomers under current circumstances and how sponsored newcomers can access these programs and services.

Registration: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6772546731029014285

Refugee Sponsorship – Overview of Current Financial and Settlement Support in Newfoundland and Labrador

Sponsors and sponsored newcomers in Newfoundland and Labrador are invited to join this online presentation, where they will learn about federal and provincial programs that were initiated in response to COVID-19, and other provincial assistance programs that sponsored newcomers may be eligible for. Participants will also learn about how SPO sector has been adapting to provide their services to newcomers under current circumstances and how sponsored newcomers can access these programs and services.

Registration: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5482925144763985677

Refugee Sponsorship – Overview of Current Financial and Settlement Support in Saskatchewan

Sponsors and sponsored newcomers in Saskatchewan are invited to join this online presentation, where they will learn about federal and provincial programs that were initiated in response to COVID-19, and other provincial assistance programs that sponsored newcomers may be eligible for. Participants will also learn about how SPO sector has been adapting to provide their services to newcomers under current circumstances and how sponsored newcomers can access these programs and services.

Registration: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5543190476593987853

Refugee Sponsorship – Overview of Current Financial and Settlement Support in Nova Scotia

Sponsors and sponsored newcomers in Nova Scotia are invited to join this online presentation, where they will learn about federal and provincial programs that were initiated in response to COVID-19, and other provincial assistance programs that sponsored newcomers may be eligible for. Participants will also learn about how SPO sector has been adapting to provide their services to newcomers under current circumstances and how sponsored newcomers can access these programs and services.

Registration: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/9119267383540063501

Refugee Sponsorship – Overview of Current Financial and Settlement Support in Manitoba

Sponsors and sponsored newcomers in Manitoba are invited to join this online presentation, where they will learn about federal and provincial programs that were initiated in response to COVID-19, and other provincial assistance programs that sponsored newcomers may be eligible for. Participants will also learn about how SPO sector has been adapting to provide their services to newcomers under current circumstances and how sponsored newcomers can access these programs and services.

Registration: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1698710686679806221