Information Session: Treaties In Saskatchewan
2026-05-27 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Date & Time: Wednesday, May 27, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. EST
Description: 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.
Presenter: Jennifer Dixon, Employment Specialist, SOPA Saskatchewan
*To register, SOPA clients check your emails for our May Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca.
If you are not yet a SOPA client, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!

Conversation Circle: Use Jobscan To Help Your Resume For ATS
2026-05-28 11:00 - 12:00
Date & Time: Thursday, May 28, 11.00 a.m.-12.00 p.m. EST
Description: In this session, you will learn about:
• How to use Jobscan to optimize your resume for Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS);
• What ATS is and how Jobscan can help improve your job applications
• Tips and strategies for tailoring your resume and enhancing your job search
Presenter: Liyana Johan, Customer Success & Education Manager
*To register, SOPA clients check your emails for our May events newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca.
If you are not yet a SOPA client, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!

Information Session: Housing And Renting In Manitoba
2026-05-29 10:00 - 11:00
Date & Time: Friday, May 29, 10:00-11:00 a.m. EST
Description: 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.
Presenter: Azarias Butariho, Housing Advisor, New Journey Housing
*To register, SOPA clients check your emails for our May Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca.
If you are not yet a SOPA client, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!

Soft Skills workshop: Working with Others
2026-06-02 12:00 - 2026-06-04 14:00
Date & Time: Tuesday, June 2 & Thursday, June 4, 12.00 p.m-2.00 p.m. EST
Description: 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
Why join?
These workshops offer practical, hands-on experience that employers value. You’ll leave with strategies to boost your confidence and thrive in your new environment.
To earn your certificate of completion, you must:

Attend both sessions
Complete the short assignments provided

Presenter: Cynthia Wang, Facilitator, Job Search Strategies & Cultural Communications, SOPA Atlantic Canada
*To register, SOPA clients contact your Intake Counselor and/or check your email for our June Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca.
If you are not yet a SOPA client, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!

Peer Networking: Pathways For Networking And Mentorship
2026-06-03 10:00 - 11:30
Date & Time: Wednesday, June 3, 10.00 -11.30 p.m. EST
Description: 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).
Presenter: Maggie Alongi-Maxwell, Mentorship Coach & Mar Smaili, Employment Specialist, SOPA Ontario
*To register, SOPA clients check your emails for our June Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca.
If you are not yet a SOPA client, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!

Conversation Circle: Share Your Success In Accounting
2026-06-05 11:00 - 12:00
Date & Time: Friday, June 5, 11.00 a.m.-12.00 p.m. EST

Description: 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.
Presenter: Edgar Robles Tapiero, Senior Accountant, Financial Coordinator
*To register, SOPA clients check your emails for our June events newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca.
If you are not yet a SOPA client, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!

Soft Skills workshop: Workplace Communication
2026-06-09 12:00 - 2026-06-11 14:00
Date & Time: Tuesday, June 9 & Thursday, June 11, 12.00 – 2.00 p.m. EST
Description: 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.
Why join?
These workshops offer practical, hands-on experience that employers value. You’ll leave with strategies to boost your confidence and thrive in your new environment.
To earn your certificate of completion, you must:

Attend both sessions
Complete the short assignments provided

Presenter: Olja Stojanovic, Facilitator, Cultural Communications Facilitator, SOPA Alberta
*To register for Softs Skills workshops – SOPA clients contact your Intake Counselor or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca.
If you are not yet a SOPA client, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!

Information Session: Navigating Banking As A Newcomer
2026-06-10 11:00 - 12:00
Date & Time: Wednesday, June 10, 11.00-12.00 p.m. EST
Description: 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.
Presenter: Kirtimansinh Jadeja, Royal Bank of Canada
*To register, SOPA clients check your emails for our June Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca.
If you are not yet a SOPA client, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!

Information Session: Alberta School System
2026-06-11 13:00 - 14:00
Date & Time: Thursday, June 11, 1.00-2.00 p.m. EST
Description: 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
Presenter: Amanda Teynor, Intake Counselor, SOPA Alberta
*To register, SOPA clients check your emails for our June Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca.
If you are not yet a SOPA client, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!

Information Session: Driving In Ontario
2026-06-11 13:00 - 14:00
Date & Time: Thursday, June 11, 1.00-2.00 p.m. EST
Description: 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.
Presenter: Dragana Mredjenovic, Employment Specialist, SOPA Ontario
*To register, SOPA clients check your emails for our June Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca.
If you are not yet a SOPA client, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!

Information Session: Business And Investment In Canada
2026-06-12 09:30 - 10:30
Date & Time: Friday, June 12, 9.30-10.30 a.m. EST
Description: 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.
Presenter: George Hanna, ISANS Business Counsellor& Entrepreneur
*To register, SOPA clients check your emails for our June Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca.
If you are not yet a SOPA client, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!

Soft Skills workshop: Complex Conversations
2026-06-16 12:00 - 2026-06-18 14:00
Date & Time: Tuesday, June 16 & Thursday, June 18, 12.00 p.m.–2.00 p.m. EST
Description: 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!
Why join?
These workshops offer practical, hands-on experience that employers value. You’ll leave with strategies to boost your confidence and thrive in your new environment.
To earn your certificate of completion, you must:

Attend both sessions
Complete the short assignments provided

Presenter: Sajjad Syed, Facilitator, Job Search Strategies & Cultural Communications, SOPA Saskatchewan
*To register, SOPA clients contact your Intake Counselor and/or check your emails for our June Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca.
If you are not yet a SOPA client, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!

Peer Networking: My City Regina
2026-06-17 11:00 - 12:00
Date & Time: Wednesday, June 17, 11.00 a.m.-12.00 p.m. EST
Description: JJoin 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.
Presenter: Allan Pulga, Tamara Tebb, and Robin Chawla with the City of Regina
*To register, SOPA clients check your emails for our June Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca.
If you are not yet a SOPA client, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!

Information Session: Renting Your First Home In Canada
2026-06-18 12:00 - 13:00
Date & Time: Thursday, June 18, 12:00-1:00 p.m. EST
Description: 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
Presenters: David Frattini, Destination Canada Info Inc
*To register, SOPA clients check your emails for our June Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca.
If you are not yet a SOPA client, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!

Information Session: RBC Financial Insights In British Columbia
2026-06-19 11:00 - 12:00
Date & Time: Friday, June 19, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. EST
Description: 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.
Presenters: : Kuljeet Kaur: Branch Manager Advisor, RBC Royal, Ivy Wong: Banking Advisor
*To register, SOPA clients check your emails for our June Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca.
If you are not yet a SOPA client, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!

Conversation Circle: Networking Is Not An Option. It’s A Must
2026-06-19 11:00 - 12:00
Date & Time: Friday, June 19, 11.00 a.m.-12.00 p.m. EST
Description: All professionals are welcome to this Conversation Circle on why networking is a must in Canada’s job market. Two successful “networkers” will share how roles are filled through connections, ways to strengthen LinkedIn presence, showcase versatility, and build professional relationships.
Presenter: Petro Panin, Job Developer, Jhocelin Gilbert – Skills for Success Practitioner
*To register, SOPA clients check your emails for our June events newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca.
If you are not yet a SOPA client, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!

Soft Skills workshop: Social Interactions
2026-06-23 12:00 - 2026-06-25 14:00
Date & Time: Tuesday, June 23 & Thursday, June 25, 12.00 p.m.–2.00 p.m. EST
Description: Master the art of effective communication and build meaningful connections in Canadian workplaces. Our Social Interactions workshop helps newcomers develop practical strategies for networking, teamwork, and professional etiquette, essential for career success. Register today and start building stronger relationships!
Why join?
These workshops offer practical, hands-on experience that employers value. You’ll leave with strategies to boost your confidence and thrive in your new environment.
To earn your certificate of completion, you must:

Attend both sessions
Complete the short assignments provided

Presenter: Talyor Eggeman, Soft Skills Course Facilitator, SOPA Ontario
*To register, SOPA clients contact your Intake Counselor and/or check your emails for our June events newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca.
If you are not yet a SOPA client, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!

Information Session: Finance & Banking In Canada
2026-06-25 09:30 - 10:30
Date & Time: Thursday, June 25, 9:30-10:30 a.m. EST
Description: In this session you will learn key insights into opening accounts, understanding credit scores, managing finances, protection from fraud and scams, and many other important elements.
Presenter: Liliane Saad – RBC, Branch Manager/Advisor, Atlantic Newcomer Specialists Team
*To register, SOPA clients check your emails for our June Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca.
If you are not yet a SOPA client, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!

Conversation Circle: Share Your Success: Manitoba Pharmacists
2026-06-25 18:00 - 19:30
Date & Time: Thursday, June 25, 6.00 p.m.-7.30 p.m. EST
Description: This is an inspiring session featuring a panel of successful internationally educated pharmacists. Panelists will share their journeys and personal experiences that shaped their career paths in Canada.
Presenter: Martin Blumrich, Facilitator, Job Search Strategies & Cultural Communications, SOPA Manitoba
*To register, SOPA clients check your emails for our June events newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca.
If you are not yet a SOPA client, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!

Conversation Circle: How To Bypass ATS
2026-06-26 12:00 - 13:30
Date & Time: Friday, June 26, 12.00 p.m.-1.30 p.m. EST
Description: Unlock the secrets to outsmarting the ATS system with our exclusive SOPA conversation circle! Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your job application strategy and secure your dream job!
Presenter: Soukaina Tahra, Recruiter
*To register, SOPA clients check your emails for our June events newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca.
If you are not yet a SOPA client, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!

Soft Skills workshop: Working with Others
2026-06-30 12:00 - 2026-07-02 14:00
Date & Time: Tuesday, June 30 & Thursday, July 2, 12.00 p.m-2.00 p.m. EST
Description: 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
Why join?
These workshops offer practical, hands-on experience that employers value. You’ll leave with strategies to boost your confidence and thrive in your new environment.
To earn your certificate of completion, you must:

Attend both sessions
Complete the short assignments provided

Presenter: Martin Blumrich, Facilitator, Cultural Communications and Job Search Strategies, SOPA Manitoba
*To register, SOPA clients contact your Intake Counselor and/or check your email for our June Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca.
If you are not yet a SOPA client, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!
