• Business Basics For Newcomers

    Renfrew Public Library 13 Railway Ave., Renfrew, Ontario, Canada

    In this informative session facilitated by Jade Calver of Calver Immigration Services Ltd., learn about business ownership and the rules and restrictions related to operating a business under temporary status for students, work permits, and general work authorizations. Understand permanent residency pathways related to entrepreneurship and the importance of seeking professional advice. This event is […]

    Free
  • Service Canada – Job Bank Canada Overview

    Join us for an informative session about Job Bank Canada brought to you by the folks from Service Canada. During this session learn about: Job Bank Canada overview. The free resources and tools available through Job Bank Canada. How to effectively navigate Job Bank to find employment. Much more! Presented by Service Canada in partnership […]

  • Connected Canadians – Information Session

    Connected Canadians is a registered charity founded in Ottawa 2018 which focuses on reducing isolation and loneliness among older adults by promoting digital literacy and inclusion through a customized, person-centered learning approach. Volunteers with high tech comfort levels are paired with senior clients to tackle technology challenges together. Many Connected Canadians volunteers are also newcomers. […]

  • Introduction to Intercultural Competency

    A ‘come-as-you-are’ opportunity to learn more about yourself and the people in your life. This session is designed to be interactive and to encourage a desire for continuous learning!

    FREE
  • Culture Connect: Latin American Cooking Demonstration

    Petawawa Civic Centre 16 Civic Centre Road, Petawawa, Ontario, Canada

    Join us for an evening of flavour, culture, and connection as the Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew, in collaboration with the Town of Petawawa and Latino Connection in the Ottawa Valley, presents a special Latin American Cooking Demonstration on Monday, June 9th at 5:30 p.m. at the Petawawa Civic Centre. As part of […]

  • Culture Connect Movie Night – Deep River Public Library

    Deep River Public Library 55 Rd Ridge, Deep River, Ontario, Canada

    Join the folks at the Deep River Public Library for 'RAMS'  a movie about two estranged brothers who come together to save their sheep. To register to attend, please call the Deep River Public Library (613) 584-4244 'In a remote Icelandic farming valley, two brothers who haven't spoken in 40 years have to come together […]

  • Pop-up Gluten Free Italian Kitchen

    The Table Community Food Centre 190 Gore St E, Perth, ON, Canada

    Join us and the folks from The Table Community Food Centre in Perth Thursday June 12 for a slice of Italy—gluten-free style!Come together to celebrate Italian Heritage Month with a delicious, hands-on cooking experience! Learn how to prepare classic Italian dishes without gluten, including pillowy homemade gluten-free gnocchi, a rich and flavorful tomato sauce, and […]

  • Lanark County vs Renfrew County Cricket Showdown

    Beckwith Recreation Complex 1319 Beckwith 9th Line, Carleton Place, ON, Canada

    Grab your shades, bring a friend, and come enjoy an afternoon of fun, food, and cricket! Join us on Friday, June 13 at 1PM at the Beckwith Recreation Complex for a light-hearted match between Lanark County and Renfrew County staff—complete with experts (the Ottawa Tuskers Cricket Club), good vibes, and local food trucks on site. […]

  • Introduction to Peaceful Conflict Resolution and Mediation

    Mississippi Mills Public Library, Almonte 155 High St, Almonte, ON, Canada

    What does peaceful conflict resolution mean and what does it mean to be a 'peace professional'? Join us for an evening of conversation, learning, and reflection as we explore peaceful conflict resolution and mediation—a discussion on the role and relevance of those who actively uphold the values of peace in professional settings, day-to-day life, and […]

  • Meet & Greet with the Ontario Provincial Police

    Pembroke Public Library 237 Victoria Street, Pembroke, ON, Canada

    Join us for a fun-filled Culture Connect event in partnership with the Pembroke Public Library and the Ontario Provincial Police! Bring the kids for an exciting day of FREE activities, including: OPP Cruiser Tours – explore inside a real police car! Create your own souvenir Police-themed Button (with help from the police officers) Activity booklets […]