Events and Webinars

Y’s Newcomer Information Centre (NIC) offers a range of services and resources, including online and on-demand webinars on various topics that are relevant to newcomers.

Through our partnerships with community agencies, we are able to offer informative webinars on topics such as newcomer supports, Canadian citizenship preparedness, taxes, schools, employment, and more. Our webinars are designed to provide newcomers with the information they need to make informed decisions and achieve their settlement goals.

To register for our upcoming events, sign up for access to NIC. If you already have an account, simply log in to gain full access to our event calendar.

Wed, Aug 07
Foreign Credential Recognition for Internationally Educated Health Professionals (FCR IEHP) Program
Online Workshop
Register
Aug 07, 2024, 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Online Workshop
Join us on this collaborative online workshop with OCISO. Are you an internationally educated health professional looking to settle back in your profession in Canada? The FCR IEHP Program helps newcomers integrate into the healthcare sector with a credential navigation plan, mentorship, and more!
Thu, Aug 08
Chartered Professional Accountant Information Session
Online Workshop
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Aug 08, 2024, 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Online Workshop
Join Chartered Professional Accountant for an online information session providing an overview of the CPA certification program, admission requirements and practical experience competencies
Fri, Aug 09
G1 Knowledge Test Preparation (Merivale)
NIC (West Location)
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Aug 09, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
NIC (West Location), 1642 Merivale Rd, Nepean, ON K2G 4A1, Canada
Join us in person at our Merivale location (1642 Merivale Road), do you need help preparing for your G1 driver test? Manar Nasser, settlement coordinator from Somali Centre for Family Services (SCFS) will help you study G1 rules and signs.
Mon, Aug 12
G1 Knowledge Test Preparation (English)
Online Workshop
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Aug 12, 2024, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Online Workshop
Do you need help preparing for your G1 driver test? Manar Nasser, settlement coordinator from Somali Centre for Family Services (SCFS) will help you study G1 rules and signs.
Mon, Aug 12
Canadian Citizenship Preparation Part 1 (English)
Online Workshop
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Aug 12, 2024, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Online Workshop
Do you need help preparing for your citizenship test? Join Mussie Habte, a settlement counsellor from Catholic Centre for Immigrants (CCI) will help you study the “Discover Canada” guide in English. Part 1 of 2 part sessions.
Tue, Aug 13
Children's Routine Vaccinations
Online Workshop
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Aug 13, 2024, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Online Workshop
Join us alongside Ottawa Public Health on this informative online workshop. Learn about the vaccines schedule for children, where to get vaccinated and how to update the vaccine records online among other related issues.
Wed, Aug 14
Career Transitions for International Health Professionals
Online Workshop
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Aug 14, 2024, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Online Workshop
Join us alongside World Skills to learn about their CT-IHP program. The CT-IHP is a specialized program created by CCI and World Skills Employment Centre for international health professionals to improve employability in the Canadian unregulated health sector and guide your career plan
Thu, Aug 15
How to Fill a Spouse Sponsorship Application
Online Workshop
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Aug 15, 2024, 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Online Workshop
Would you like to sponsor your spouse? Join Dana El Chamma, Settlement Outreach Coordinator from Community Immigrant Services Organization (OCISO), who will explain eligibility, responsibilities and requirements for the sponsorship process.
Fri, Aug 16
Canada Child Benefit
Online Workshop
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Aug 16, 2024, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Online Workshop
Join us in collaboration with Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) on this online workshop. Learn about the Canada Child Benefit, its eligibility and how to apply.
Mon, Aug 19
Services offerts aux nouveaux arrivants
Online Workshop
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Aug 19, 2024, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Online Workshop
Joignez-vous à nous aux côtés de Service Canada pour en apprendre davantage sur les services offerts aux nouveaux arrivants au Canada.
Tue, Aug 20
CASTL Elevate Program (Biomanufacturing)
Online Workshop
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Aug 20, 2024, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Online Workshop
Join us alongside CASTL to learn about their Elevate Program. CASTL’s Elevate Program is a 6-week national initiative aimed at advancing Canada's biomanufacturing sector through comprehensive training.
Wed, Aug 21
Savings Wisely Leveraging Registered Accounts
Online Workshop
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Aug 21, 2024, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Online Workshop
Join us on this educational webinar presented by banking advisors at RBC, where you'll gain valuable insights into maximizing the benefits of registered accounts for long-term savings and investment growth.
Thu, Aug 22
Becoming a Registered Nurse in Ontario
Online Workshop
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Aug 22, 2024, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Online Workshop
Join us online to know the work CARE is doing to support Internationally Educated Nurses return to practice. The session is for all internationally educated nurses, and any employment/settlement counsellor supporting IENS. This session will review the process to become a nurse in Ontario.
Fri, Aug 23
Navigating Childcare & School Systems in Ottawa
Online Workshop
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Aug 23, 2024, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Online Workshop
Newcomer families sometimes struggle navigating new systems for childcare and school. Join us virtually for an informative session that will cover the different types of childcare in Ottawa, the various school boards and how to move forward!
Mon, Aug 26
Canadian Citizenship Preparation Part 2 (English)
Online Workshop
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Aug 26, 2024, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Online Workshop
Do you need help preparing for your citizenship test? Join Mussie Habte, a settlement counsellor from Catholic Centre for Immigrants (CCI) will help you study the “Discover Canada” guide in English. Part 2 of 2 part sessions.
Tue, Aug 27
Preparing to Find Housing in Ottawa
Online Workshop
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Aug 27, 2024, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Online Workshop
This workshop is for newcomers who aren't sure where to start when looking for housing. The NIC staff will provide information and tips to help you prepare for your housing search.
Wed, Aug 28
Job Retention: Methods to Staying Employed (Main Library)
Main Library
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Aug 28, 2024, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Main Library, 120 Metcalfe St, Ottawa, ON K1P 1E7, Canada
Join us at the Ottawa Public Library - Main Branch to learn about job retention. Our Newcomer Employment Specialists will be there in person to talk about how to stay employed.
Thu, Aug 29
Le CECCE : les programmes et les services offerts aux Nouveaux arrivants
Online Workshop
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Aug 29, 2024, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Online Workshop
Rejoignez-nous pour cette session collaborative avec le Conseil des Écoles catholiques du Centre-Est. Les types de soutiens qu'ils offrent aux familles nouvellement arrivées.