Webinars (Virtual)

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Past Webinars

  • The PSR Program: How to Prepare and Submit a Successful Application Package

    Date:Thursday, March 12, 2020
    Time:1:00 PM - 3:00 PM PDT
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    This webinar delivered by RSTP will cover: the application process; recent updates and changes to processing; who can be included on one application package; what supporting documents need to be included in the application package; how to complete the forms for Groups of Five; the proof of funds requirements for Groups of Five; how to complete the forms for Community Sponsors; proof of funds requirements for Community Sponsors; and, how to complete the refugees’ forms.

    https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8728358007388644363

  • An Introduction to Canada’s Refugee Sponsorship Programs and Eligibility Criteria for Sponsors and Applicants

    Date:Thursday, March 5, 2020
    Time:1:00 pm to 2.30 pm PST
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    This webinar delivered by RSTP will cover: the global refugee crises; an overview of Canada’s refugee sponsorship programs; the PSR program as part of Canada’s resettlement efforts; eligibility criteria for sponsors and refugee applicants.

  • The PSR Program: Preparing for Month 13

    Date:Friday, February 28, 2020
    Time:12:00 pm EST
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    This webinar delivered by RSTP will cover: when should sponsors start preparing for Month 13; the Month 13 checklist and needs assessment; what to consider when preparing newcomers for Month 13; services available for sponsored newcomers in Month 13; evaluating the sponsorship; and, the post-sponsorship relationship.

    https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4724307194446980619

  • The PSR Program: Supporting Settlement and Integration

    Date:Tuesday, February 25, 2020
    Time:12:00 pm EST
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    This webinar delivered by RSTP will cover: a recap of sponsors’ settlement and financial responsibilities under the PSR program; a review of the FAQs on Post-Arrival Financial Support; the importance of connecting newcomers with a settlement agency; managing expectations; power imbalance; and, ethical considerations.

    https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/698696057996281099

  • The PSR Program: Adding Dependents Post-Submission and Updating Applications

    Date:Thursday, February 20, 2020
    Time:12:00 pm EST
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    This webinar delivered by RSTP will cover: the importance of keeping IRCC up-to-date with any changes in circumstances (e.g. member of sponsoring group moves from community of settlement, changes in family composition, PA or listed dependents change their contact details, mailing or residential address or move country, changing listed dependents from non-accompanying to accompanying etc.); who to contact and when; and, how to add dependents post-submission: what forms to complete and what supporting documentation to include.

    https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6442947222753858059

  • The PSR Program: How to Prepare and Submit a Successful Application Package

    Date:Tuesday, February 18, 2020
    Time:12:00 pm EST
    Where:

    This webinar delivered by RSTP will cover: the application process; recent updates and changes to processing; who can be included on one application package; what supporting documents need to be included in the application package; how to complete the forms for Groups of Five; the proof of funds requirements for Groups of Five; how to complete the forms for Community Sponsors; proof of funds requirements for Community Sponsors; and, how to complete the refugees’ forms.

    https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4123316337727843595

  • The PSR Program: Who Can Sponsor and Who Can be Sponsored

    Date:Wednesday, February 12, 2020
    Time:12:00 pm EST
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    This webinar delivered by RSTP will cover: who can sponsor under the PSR program; the specific requirements for Groups of Five and Community Sponsors; who can be sponsored; refugee status documents: what are they and who needs them; sponsors’ financial and settlement responsibilities under the PSR program; and, the OYW and how it works.

    https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4319667124216071691

  • Sponsoring Refugees through the BVOR (Blended Visa Office-Referred) Program

    Date:Tuesday, February 11, 2020
    Time:10:00 AM - 11:00 AM PST
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    In this RSTP webinar, attendees would learn how to sponsor refugees through the BVOR program. Karina Reid, a member of a Group of Five in Richmond BC, will talk about how her group was formed to sponsor refugees and the joys and challenges of BVOR sponsorship. For registration, please click: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2114971493703730187.

  • An Introduction to Canada’s Refugee Sponsorship Program

    Date:Wednesday, February 5, 2020
    Time:12:00 pm EST
    Where:

    This webinar delivered by RSTP will cover: the global refugee crises; an overview of Canada’s refugee sponsorship programs; the history and launch of the PSR program; how the PSR program evolved; and, the PSR program as part of Canada’s resettlement efforts.

    https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6424895440849002507

  • Date:Thursday, January 1, 1970
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