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SUMMARY:Information Session– Ontario: Discover Your New Home: Building Connections That Last in Ontario
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Tuesday\, July 8th at 10 a.m. Eastern Time \nDescription: Join us to explore the vibrant community life around you—libraries\, community centers\, immigrant-serving organizations\, and local events—where you can meet people\, access helpful services\, and get answers to your questions in a friendly\, welcoming environment. \nPresenter: Dragana Mrdjenovic is a dynamic leader based in Ottawa with strong expertise in project management\, recruitment\, and team development. She has significant experience working with settlement organizations. \n*To register\, email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. If you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support.
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/information-session-ontario-discover-your-new-home-building-connections-that-last-in-ontario/
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SUMMARY:Information Session: Dealing with Stress and Building Wellbeing in Canada
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: July 17th\, 2025\, 1:00-2:00 PM (AT) \nDescription: In this Information & Orientation session\, you will gain essential knowledge regarding some of the most common stresses people experience when settling into a new country and some of the ways we can protect ourselves from the negative effects of stress. \nPresenter: Sara Warkentin\, Coordinator of the Newcomer Mental Health Program at Resilia Community Wellness Centre. \n*To register\, email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. If you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support.
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/information-session-dealing-with-stress-and-building-wellbeing-in-canada/
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SUMMARY:Foreign Credential Recognition: Navigating Credential Recognition & Career Advancement for Internationally Trained Professionals moving to BC\, Alberta and Ontario
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: Tue\, July 22nd\, 2025\, 10 am – 11 am Mountain Time \nDescription: Join us for an informative and empowering webinar presented by Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) Society.\nThis session is designed to support internationally educated professionals on their journey to meaningful employment in Canada. \nPresenter: Diksha Chopra\, Career and Financial Counsellor\, Foreign Credential Recognition Loans Program \n*To register\, email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. If you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support.
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/foreign-credential-recognition-navigating-credential-recognition-career-advancement-for-internationally-trained-professionals-moving-to-bc-alberta-and-ontario/
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SUMMARY:Information Session: The Halifax Public Libraries as a Settlement Resource – Nova Scotia
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: July 24th\, 2025\, at 1 PM (EST) \nDescription: Halifax Public Libraries are cornerstones of your neighbourhood—bringing together learning\, technology\, creativity\, and community for everyone\, every day. “Libraries” means so much more than books. These dynamic community hubs seamlessly blend culture and connection\, at no charge. \nPresenter: Debra Power\, SOPA Atlantic Intake Counsellor \n*To register\, email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. If you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support.
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/information-session-the-halifax-public-libraries-as-a-settlement-resource-nova-scotia/
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SUMMARY:Information Session: Information & Orientation Session- Understanding Healthcare in British Columbia - MSP
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: July 25th\, 2025 (08:00 am -09:00 am PST) \nDescription: Join us for an insightful webinar on “Healthcare in British Columbia” where we’ll explore the Medical Services Plan (MSP) in British Columbia (BC). Gain valuable insights into how MSP works\, coverage eligibility\, enrollment process\, and important considerations for newcomers to BC. \nPresenter: Anna Romaniuk – SOPA Employment Facilitator who helps pre-arrival clients with their professional job search goals \n*To register\, email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. If you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support.
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/information-session-information-orientation-session-understanding-healthcare-in-british-columbia-msp/
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SUMMARY:Conversation Circle: Talking About The Weather - Small Talk Success in Canada's Work Places
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: July 31st\, 2025\, 12:00 noon – 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time \nDescription: Let’s informally and casually discuss with one another what are our expectations for workplace conversations in Canada. Be ready to network\, to talk about your past and current experiences\, and how you expect them to compare with the future. \nPresenter: Martin Blumrich- SOPA Facilitator specializing in Cultural Communication and Job Search Strategies\, helping newcomers prepare for the Canadian workplace before arrival \n*To register\, email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. If you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support.
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/conversation-circle-talking-about-the-weather-small-talk-success-in-canadas-work-places/
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