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SUMMARY:Soft Skills workshop: Complex Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Tuesday\, April 21 & Thursday\, April 23\, 12.00 p.m. – 2.00 p.m. EST \nDescription: 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! \nWhy join?\nThese workshops offer practical\, hands-on experience that employers value. You’ll leave with strategies to boost your confidence and thrive in your new environment. \nTo earn your certificate of completion\, you must: \n\nAttend both sessions on April 21 and 23\nComplete the short assignments provided\n\nPresenter: Josephine Wang\, Employment Services Advisor\, Employment\, Language & Social Enterprise Services\, SOPA British Columbia \n*To register\, SOPA clients contact your Intake Counselor and/or check your emails for our April Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. \nIf you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/soft-skills-workshop-complex-conversations-4/
CATEGORIES:Soft Skills Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T140018
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UID:19810-1776855600-1776859200@arriveprepared.ca
SUMMARY:FCR Webinar: Insurance Licensing & Certifications in Canada
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Wednesday\, April 22\, 11:00 a.m.-12.00 p.m. EST \nDescription: Join us for this free foreign credential recognition webinar for internationally educated professionals interested in the Canadian insurance sector. Learn about licensing pathways\, certifications\, professional designations\, career opportunities\, and programs that support entry and advancement in the industry. \nPresenter: Beverly Lewis-Hunte\, Senior Program Officer\, Insurance Institute of Canada \n*To register\, SOPA clients check your emails for our April Events Newsletter  with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. \nIf you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/fcr-webinar-insurance-licensing-certifications-in-canada/
CATEGORIES:FCR Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T103000
DTSTAMP:20260504T140018
CREATED:20260402T185331Z
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UID:19819-1777023000-1777026600@arriveprepared.ca
SUMMARY:Information Session: Job Search by Heart in the Age of AI\, Canada
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Friday\, April 24\, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. EST \nDescription: This information session introducing newcomers to learning how to navigate the increasingly competitive job market in the age of AI. \nPresenters: Cynthia Wang\, Facilitator\, Job Search Strategies & Cultural Communications\, SOPA Atlantic Canada \n*To register\, SOPA clients check your emails for our April Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. \nIf you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/information-session-job-search-by-heart-in-the-age-of-ai-canada/
CATEGORIES:Information Session
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T110000
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SUMMARY:Information Session: Welcome to British Columbia
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Friday\, April 24\, 11.00 a.m.-12.00 p.m. EST \nDescription: 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. \nPresenter: Anna Romaniuk\, Employment Facilitator\, SOPA British Columbia \n*To register\, SOPA clients check your emails for our April Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. \nIf you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/information-session-welcome-to-british-columbia/
CATEGORIES:Information Session
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260428T120000
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DTSTAMP:20260504T140018
CREATED:20260402T185906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T185906Z
UID:19822-1777377600-1777557600@arriveprepared.ca
SUMMARY:Soft Skills workshop: Social Interactions
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Tuesday\, April 28 & Thursday\, April 30\, 12.00 p.m. – 2.00 p.m. EST   \nDescription: 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! \nWhy join?\nThese workshops offer practical\, hands-on experience that employers value. You’ll leave with strategies to boost your confidence and thrive in your new environment. \nTo earn your certificate of completion\, you must: \n\nAttend both sessions on April 28 and 30\nComplete the short assignments provided\n\nPresenter: Olja Stojanovic\, Cultural Communications Facilitator\, SOPA Alberta \n*To register\, SOPA clients contact your Intake Counselor and/or check your emails for our January events newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. \nIf you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events! \n\n\n\n\n Add to calendar
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/soft-skills-workshop-social-interactions-4/
CATEGORIES:Soft Skills Workshop
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SUMMARY:Soft Skills workshop: Working with Others
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Tuesday\, May 5 & Thursday\, May 7\, 10.00-12.00 p.m. EST \nDescription: 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 \nWhy join?\nThese workshops offer practical\, hands-on experience that employers value. You’ll leave with strategies to boost your confidence and thrive in your new environment. \nTo earn your certificate of completion\, you must: \n\nAttend both sessions on May 5 and May 7\nComplete the short assignments provided\n\nPresenter: Olja Stojanovic\, Cultural Communications Facilitator\, SOPA Alberta \n*To register\, SOPA clients contact your Intake Counselor and/or check your email for our May Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. \nIf you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/soft-skills-workshop-working-with-others-5/
CATEGORIES:Soft Skills Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T110000
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SUMMARY:Peer Networking: Meet Medha Saraiya And Learn From Her Story
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Thursday\, May 7\, 10.00 -11.00 a.m. EST \nDescription: Join us for a networking session with Medha Saraiya\, Founder of Vivirion Solutions\, to learn from her experience\, ask questions\, and gain insight into networking\, entrepreneurship\, and building professional connections in Canada before and after arrival \nPresenter: Medha Saraiya\, Founder of Vivirion Solutions \n*To register\, SOPA clients check your emails for our May Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. \nIf you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/peer-networking-meet-medha-saraiya-and-learn-from-her-story/
CATEGORIES:Peer Networking
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260511T100000
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UID:19838-1778493600-1778497200@arriveprepared.ca
SUMMARY:Information Session: Manitoba School System
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Monday\, May 11\, 10.00 -11.00 a.m. EST \nDescription: 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. \nPresenter: Rose Kimani-Anderson\, Intercultural Support Worker\, Winnipeg School Division \n*To register\, SOPA clients check your emails for our May Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. \nIf you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/information-session-manitoba-school-system/
CATEGORIES:Information Session
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260512T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T140018
CREATED:20260504T164612Z
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UID:19846-1778580000-1778760000@arriveprepared.ca
SUMMARY:Soft Skills workshop: Workplace Communication
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Tuesday\, May 12 & Thursday\, May 14\, 10.00 – 12.00 p.m. EST  \nDescription: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! \nWhy join?\nThese workshops offer practical\, hands-on experience that employers value. You’ll leave with strategies to boost your confidence and thrive in your new environment. \nTo earn your certificate of completion\, you must: \n\nAttend both sessions on May 12 and 14 \nComplete the short assignments provided\n\nPresenter: Cynthia Wang\, Facilitator\, Job Search Strategies & Cultural Communications\, SOPA Atlantic Canada \n*To register for Softs Skills workshops – SOPA clients contact your Intake Counselor or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. \nIf you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/soft-skills-workshop-workplace-communication-4/
CATEGORIES:Soft Skills Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260513T130000
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CREATED:20260504T163903Z
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UID:19841-1778673600-1778677200@arriveprepared.ca
SUMMARY:Peer Networking: My Edmonton! Let's Connect!
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Wednesday\, May 13\, 12.00 -1.00 p.m. EST \nDescription: Thinking about life in Edmonton? Join our virtual networking event with Ruth Abidoye\, a former SOPA client from Nigeria. She’ll share her journey\, insights\, and tips for newcomers. Learn what to expect\, explore Edmonton\, and get your questions answered in a welcoming space. \nPresenter: Ruth Abidoye\, SOPA Alberta client \n*To register\, SOPA clients check your emails for our May Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. \nIf you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/peer-networking-my-edmonton-lets-connect/
CATEGORIES:Peer Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260514T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260514T103000
DTSTAMP:20260504T140018
CREATED:20260504T165022Z
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UID:19849-1778751000-1778754600@arriveprepared.ca
SUMMARY:Information Session: Equity\, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) In Canada
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Thursday\, May 14\, 9.30 -10.30 a.m. EST \nDescription: EDI in Canada; inclusive workplaces and communities; importance of EDI for fair systems; transferring international experience; diverse career pathways; resources\, supports\, and networks for newcomers and underrepresented groups. \nPresenter: Colleen Belle (she/her)\, Coordinator\, Welcoming Communities \n*To register\, SOPA clients check your emails for our May Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. \nIf you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/information-session-equity-diversity-inclusion-edi-in-canada/
CATEGORIES:Information Session
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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