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SUMMARY:Information Session: Saskatchewan Daycare
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: September 9\, 2025 (9 am-10 am\, Saskatchewan time zone) \nDescription: Join us for an informative session where the presenter will share details specific to childcare in Saskatchewan. This session will cover important topics such as the different types of child care available\, age groups and the number of children in care\, how to choose quality child care\, tips on finding childcare services\, the cost of regulated child care\, and childcare options for LINC students. \nPresenter: Marzieh Fathi- Community Childcare Liaison/School 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-sopa-saskatchewan-daycare/
CATEGORIES:Information Session
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250910T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250910T110000
DTSTAMP:20260509T020806
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T174046Z
UID:19124-1757498400-1757502000@arriveprepared.ca
SUMMARY:Meet the Employer: Ontario - Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: Wednesday\, September 10th at 10 a.m. Eastern Time \nDescription: Working at RBC – Careers Panel and Story Telling. Join us at this SOPA employer event to learn more about the Canadian employer RBC. You will hear directly from experienced RBC branch managers and staff as they share insights about working at RBC\, discuss their career journeys\, and answer your questions live. Limited spots available\, register now! \nPresenter: RBC Staff \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/sopa-employer-event-ontario-meet-the-employer-royal-bank-of-canada-rbc-working-at-rbc-careers-panel-and-story-telling/
CATEGORIES:Employer Connection
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20250915T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20250915T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T175156Z
UID:19127-1757930400-1757934000@arriveprepared.ca
SUMMARY:My City: Alberta - Edmonton with Careene McCallum
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: September 15\, 10 am MST. \nDescription: Are you new to Canada or considering Edmonton as your new home? Join us for My City Event: Edmonton\, a special session designed to help newcomers and immigrants learn more about life in our city. This interactive session will cover: Community resources and opportunities in Edmonton\, Navigating life in a new city (driving\, weather\, and more)\, Tips to make your settlement journey smoother Personal experiences from community members who now call Edmonton home. \nPresenter: Careene McCallum: International Education Consultant\, Digital Learning Coach and Computer Science Educator. \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/my-city-edmonton-with-careene-mccallum/
CATEGORIES:My City Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250918T140000
DTSTAMP:20260509T020806
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UID:19133-1758200400-1758204000@arriveprepared.ca
SUMMARY:Information Session: New Country\, New Start: 9 Reasons Volunteering Helps Immigrants Succeed in Atlantic Canada
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: September 18\, 2025; 1pm AST \nDescription: Volunteering can help you settle successfully in Atlantic Canada. Through volunteering\, you gain Canadian work experience\, improve your English or French skills\, build a network\, understand Canadian culture and much more! Join us to learn about the benefits of volunteering\, and where to find volunteer opportunities in Atlantic Canada. \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-new-country-new-start-9-reasons-volunteering-helps-immigrants-succeed-in-atlantic-canada/
CATEGORIES:Information Session
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250919T080000
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UID:19137-1758268800-1758272400@arriveprepared.ca
SUMMARY:Information Session: Newcomer Services in British Columbia: WorkBC and Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants Programs
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: 19 September 2025 • 8:00 am – Pacific time (Vancouver time) \nDescription: In this session\, you will learn about programs and supports available to help you settle and find meaningful employment in British Columbia\, including an overview of WorkBC Employment Services\, the Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants program\, steps to access these services\, and what to expect after registration. \nPresenter: Vaneza Villaceran\, WorkBC Catchment Manager; Vivian Rafla\, Coordinator – Employment Programs -MOSAIC \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-post-arrival-services-in-british-columbia-workbc-and-career-paths-for-skilled-immigrants-programs/
CATEGORIES:Information Session
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20250923T090000
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UID:19140-1758618000-1758621600@arriveprepared.ca
SUMMARY:Information Session: Saskatchewan Children’s School Registration
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: September 23\, 2025 (9 am-10 am\, Saskatchewan time zone) \nDescription: In this session\, the presenter will provide information specific to children’s school registration in Saskatchewan. Topics will include eligibility and government regulations for schooling\, different school divisions and options in the province\, the registration process\, pre-kindergarten and kindergarten options\, adult secondary education\, the role of the RODS SWIS team\, and other supports available in schools. \nPresenter: Tanuj Kanti Dhar- Orientation Services for Newcomers (OSN) Caseworker Settlement\, Family and Community Services \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-sopa-saskatchewan-childrens-school-registration/
CATEGORIES:Information Session
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250923T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250923T130000
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UID:19143-1758628800-1758632400@arriveprepared.ca
SUMMARY:Foreign Credential Recognition Information Session with Manitoba Start
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Date and Time: September 23\, 2025\, 12 PM MNT \nDescription: Moving to Manitoba? Join this session to learn how Manitoba Start—the first stop for newcomers in Manitoba—can support your transition and career journey. Designed specifically for SOPA clients\, the session will cover career services to help you find meaningful employment\, support for navigating Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR)\, job matching services that connect you with local employers\, and how SOPA services transition seamlessly into Manitoba Start supports once you arrive. \nPresenter: Manitoba Start \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-information-session-with-manitoba-start/
CATEGORIES:FCR Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250925T110000
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UID:19154-1758794400-1758798000@arriveprepared.ca
SUMMARY:Conversation Circle: Building Your Future in Canada - Stories and Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Date and time: Thursday\, September 25th at 10 a.m. Eastern Time \nDescription: Whether you’re new to Canada or planning your arrival soon\, join us to hear an uplifting newcomer success story\, connect with peers\, and explore strategies to support your career growth in Canada. This networking event offers an opportunity to gain practical insights and connect with others who share your experiences and goals. \nPresenter: Siddharth Sood \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/sopa-conversation-circle-building-your-future-in-canada-stories-and-strategies/
CATEGORIES:Conversation Circle
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250925T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250925T130000
DTSTAMP:20260509T020806
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UID:19165-1758801600-1758805200@arriveprepared.ca
SUMMARY:My City: Manitoba - All About Steinbach
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: September 29\, 2025\, 12 noon Atlantic time \nDescription: Come explore Steinbach!! – One of Manitoba’s fastest growing communities. Steinbach’s Eastman Immigrant Services’ Iryna Sosnii will be co-hosting this even as we virtually explore the City of Steinbach and then engage in meaningful networking questions provided by our SOPA (Settlement Online Pre-Arrival) team. All Manitoba-bound clients are invited to come converse about your expectations about moving to Manitoba. \nPresenter: Iryna Sosnii of Eastman Immigrant Services will be hosting the first 20 minutes of our time together\, giving us insights into what makes Steinbach the vibrant community about one hour east of Winnipeg that it has become today.
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/my-city-event-manitoba-all-about-steinbach/
CATEGORIES:My City Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250925T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250925T140000
DTSTAMP:20260509T020806
CREATED:20250904T171354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T171354Z
UID:19159-1758805200-1758808800@arriveprepared.ca
SUMMARY:Information Session: Pre-departure information
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: Sep 25\, 2025+ 1:00-2:00 PM (AT) \nDescription: In this session\, you will gain essential knowledge about what you can and cannot bring into Canada\, the landing process\, and important practical preparation. \nPresenter: Sayed Hashim Sadat (he/him) Pre-Arrival Canada Connect Coordinator-SOPA \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-pre-departure-information/
CATEGORIES:Information Session
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20250929T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20250929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260509T020806
CREATED:20250904T172107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T172107Z
UID:19162-1759143600-1759147200@arriveprepared.ca
SUMMARY:Information Session: Treaties and Reconciliation in Saskatchewan
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: September 29th\, 9:00 to 11:00 AM Central Standard Time (Saskatchewan). \nDescription: Join Jennifer from the Saskatchewan SOPA team to learn about the history of treaties in the province of Saskatchewan. This presentation will look at colonial policies from the time of the fur trade in Canada all the way to modern day efforts at reconciliation. The focus of this presentation will be on the numbered treaties on the prairies of Western\nCanada\, and more particularly on Saskatchewan\, however the information will be valuable to SOPA clients from coast to coast. \nPresenter: Jennifer Dixon\, SOPA Employment Counsellor in Saskatchewan \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-treaties-and-reconciliation-in-saskatchewan/
CATEGORIES:Information Session
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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