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  • Information Session: Welcome to British Columbia

    Learn about housing, health care, education, jobs, and community services. Connect with provincial partners and access free post‑arrival support designed to help immigrants settle, grow, and thrive in their new home.

  • Information Session: Manitoba School System

    Join SOPA and the Winnipeg School division for an informative session on the Manitoba School system. learn about enrollment, required documents, catchment schools, and supports available to help newcomer families successfully transition into school life in Manitoba.

  • Information Session: Housing In Alberta

    Learn about housing in Alberta, including types of housing, average rental costs, how to search safely, and understanding lease agreements. This session will help you prepare for finding a place to live and settling successfully in Alberta.

  • Information Session: Pre-Departure Information

    In this session, you will gain essential knowledge about what you can and cannot bring into Canada, the landing process, and important practical preparation such as clothing, temporary

  • Information Session: Treaties In Saskatchewan

    An overview of Canada's relationship with the Indigenous people of Saskatchewan from confederation to present day. You will learn about the formation of the numbered treaties, the Indian Act, Indian Residential Schools, and why reconciliation is such an important topic to this day.

  • Information Session: Housing And Renting In Manitoba

    Join our Housing and Renting in Manitoba session to learn how to find and secure a rental home. Understand tenant rights and responsibilities, lease agreements, deposits, rent and maintenance, plus tips for a smooth move-in and available supports like Rent Assist

  • Information Session: Navigating Banking As A Newcomer

    Join Jennifer and Kendra from SOPA Saskatchewan for an informative session with Kirtimansinh Jadeja from the Royal Bank of Canada in Regina. This session will provide an overview of Canada’s banking system from a newcomer perspective and share helpful information to support your financial preparation before arrival.

  • Information Session: Alberta School System

    Join Amanda Teynor from SOPA Alberta as we discuss the all-important topic of Children's Education in Canada. Learn how to enroll your children, the types of schools Alberta has to offer, and how to help your child succeed in the Albertan education system.

  • Information Session: Driving In Ontario

    Learn about the process of getting an Ontario driver’s licence, understanding auto insurance requirements, and becoming familiar with traffic rules and common violations. This session will help newcomers prepare for driving in Ontario with greater confidence and awareness.

  • Information Session: Business And Investment In Canada

    Discover Canada’s key business and investment opportunities before arrival. Learn about major investment paths, costs, and practical options that match your goals — with clear, newcomer-friendly guidance to help you start confidently.

  • Information Session: Renting Your First Home In Canada

    In this session, you will gain essential knowledge about preparing realistic budget incorporating Canadian rental market, how to assess rental affordability, how to avoid rental scams targeting newcomers, how to position yourself as an ideal tenant, and how to prepare strong rental application