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Virtual Events

Join SOPA events to explore sector-specific industries, gain insights into Canadian workplace culture, and learn effective job search strategies. Network with other newcomers in our conversation circles, attend soft skills workshops, and participate in informative sessions designed to help you succeed in the Canadian job market.

For SOPA-registered clients: You’ll receive a monthly events newsletter with direct registration links, so you never miss an opportunity to learn, network, and grow.

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  • Soft Skills workshop: Working with Others

    Success in Canada’s workplace depends on more than technical skills—it’s about collaboration, communication, and building strong relationships. This interactive workshop will help you develop essential teamwork skills, understand workplace expectations, and learn strategies to work effectively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds

  • Peer Networking: Pathways For Networking And Mentorship

    Join us to learn about creative pathways to network as a newcomer to Ontario. Our guest speaker will also introduce the post-arrival newcomer mentorship program, the TRIEC Mentoring Partnership(TMP), in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

  • Conversation Circle: Share Your Success In Accounting

    Our conversation circle presents an inspiring success story of a recent newcomer – now a senior accountant. Discuss entryways to the industry, transferrable skills and networking, crucial in your new journey. All types of professionals heading to or already in Manitoba are welcome.

  • Soft Skills workshop: Workplace Communication

    In this workshop you will learn about two key types of workplace communication: presentations and meetings. You will learn how to plan and deliver a successful presentation and actively take part in meetings both as a leader and participant. Start today and turn challenges into opportunities!

  • 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: 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: 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: 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.

  • Soft Skills workshop: Complex Conversations

    Learn how to navigate sensitive topics and resolve conflicts professionally with our Complex Conversations workshop. Gain practical strategies to communicate clearly, manage emotions, and maintain positive relationships in the workplace. Start today and turn challenges into opportunities!

  • Peer Networking: My City Regina

    Join Jennifer and Sajjad from the SOPA Saskatchewan team and learn about the capital city of the province, Regina. Also known as Pile'o'Bones, Regina is situated in the southern part of Saskatchewan, and is the second largest city in the Province.

  • 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

  • Information Session: RBC Financial Insights In British Columbia

    RBC offers newcomers in easy banking with no-fee accounts, credit building, and international transfers. Learn about home buying, and how to manage money, build credit, and access financial services when settling in British Columbia.