LIP

Tatreez Embroidery Workshop - Mississippi Valley Textile Museum
2025-06-15 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | Mississippi Valley Textile Museum, 3 Rosamond Street East, Almonte, ON, K0A1A0, Canada
Discover the art of Tatreez — a centuries-old Palestinian embroidery tradition rooted in ancient Canaanite culture and rich with symbolism, heritage, and resistance brought to you by the folks at the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum.
In this hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop led by Hanna Abdo, you’ll learn how to stitch your own story using traditional cross-stitch techniques. Choose to create a coaster or bookmark with a guided pattern, while exploring the cultural significance behind common motifs and colors.
✨ No experience needed — all materials provided!🎨 Includes a brief history of Tatreez and practical tips to start your embroidery journey.
Learn more and register HERE through the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum.

Culture Connect: Italian Cooking Class - Town of Renfrew
2025-06-15 11:00 - 13:30 | myFm Centre, 1 Ma Te Way Park Dr., Renfrew, ON, K7V 4J4, Canada
In celebration of Italian Heritage Month, the Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew, in partnership with the Town of Renfrew, invites you to a hands-on Italian cooking experience!
Join us on Sunday, June 15, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the myFM Centre in Renfrew to explore Italian culture through food. Participants will prepare fresh spinach and ricotta ravioli, a simple homemade sauce, and amaretti cookies while learning about the rich culinary traditions of Italy.
This free event is open to all, but registration is required.
Please note: ingredients may contain common allergens.
Register HERE

Meet & Greet with the Ontario Provincial Police
2025-06-14 11:30 - 12:30 | Pembroke Public Library, 237 Victoria Street, Pembroke, ON, K8A 1B3, 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 and crafts
Plus other hands-on, family-friendly fun!

This is a great opportunity for children and families to connect with their local OPP officers, learn about all the different things the police do, and have fun together in a welcoming space! Drop in, say hello, craft and create, and celebrate community with us!
Register today by contacting the Pembroke Public Library on (613) 732-8844 or email the LIP – Lanark & Renfrew team at localimmigrationpartnership@algonquincollege.com

Introduction to Peaceful Conflict Resolution and Mediation
2025-06-13 17:30 - 19:30 | Mississippi Mills Public Library, Almonte, 155 High St, Almonte, ON, K0A 1A0, 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 society.
This Culture Connect event will explore:

The culture of peace as a set of shared values and principles.
What defines a peace professional.
How to apply these values to real-life situations in a thoughtful way.
A guided reflection on current global peace issues.

Resources and information sheets will be provided by session facilitator, Theresa Dunn and light snacks will be available for all attendees. This event is open to all interested in learning about peace as a profession and how you can practice peaceful conflict resolution in your personal and professional life.
Register HERE
About the presenter:
Theresa Dunn’s professional practice has spanned diverse geographical and cultural sectors. She has worked nationally and internationally with families, community groups and organizations providing strategies for peaceful-co-existence. Through assessment, coaching, workshops, presentations, mediations and large group facilitations she has provided compassionate processes towards change.
Theresa’s work is based on the principles and practices of a Culture of Peace and Conflict Transformation. Her focus of learning has been to understand how to live the changes such as compassionate communication, principled negotiation, healthy boundaries, value based leadership and more. For a deeper explanation on these concepts and practices please see my website tdunnconsulting.ca
Testimonial: Her extensive experience working with individuals, communities, organizations, faith groups, and international organizations has allowed her to develop a deep understanding of the complexities of conflict from power struggles to trauma responses and how to effectively navigate it. Theresa’s vast experience informs her work as a seasoned peace professional in assessment, process design, facilitation and evaluation. She has been providing training for the Canadian International Institute of Applied Negotiation (CIIAN) for nearly three decades, bringing a wealth of knowledge and practical experience to her training sessions. Her MA in Community Psychology and certifications as a mediator, peacebuilder, and executive coach, further enhance her training expertise.

Lanark County vs Renfrew County Cricket Showdown
2025-06-13 13:00 - 16:00 | Beckwith Recreation Complex, 1319 Beckwith 9th Line, Carleton Place, ON, K7C 0V9, 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.
Whether you’re a cricket fan or just looking for a great way to spend the afternoon, everyone is welcome to come cheer from the sidelines, meet the County staff, and enjoy the game!
This event is part of the Culture Connect: Summer Edition series hosted by the Local Immigration Partnership—bringing people together through culture, fun, and community.

Pop-up Gluten Free Italian Kitchen
2025-06-12 10:00 - 13:00 | The Table Community Food Centre, 190 Gore St E, Perth, ON, K7H 1K3, 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 affogato for dessert.Whether you’re gluten-intolerant, celiac, or just looking to try something new, this event is a perfect opportunity to connect through culture and food.All are welcome to attend, learn and have fun. Let’s celebrate Italian heritage together!Spots are limited—registration required!Save your spot by contacting:
stephanie@thetablecfc.org
(613) 267 6428 ext 104

Culture Connect Movie Night - Deep River Public Library
2025-06-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Deep River Public Library, 55 Rd Ridge, Deep River, Ontario, K0J 1P0, 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 in order to save what’s dearest to them – their sheep..’
Learn more and watch the trailer HERE

Culture Connect: Latin American Cooking Demonstration
2025-06-09 17:30 - 19:00 | Petawawa Civic Centre, 16 Civic Centre Road, Petawawa, Ontario, K8H 3H5, 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, this event celebrates Latin American heritage through the universal language of food. Chilean chef, Alvaro, will guide guests through the preparation of several delicious dishes:
🍤 Ceviche
🥖 Crostini
🥩 Beef Crudo
🍪 Alfajores
In addition to the cooking demo, participants will enjoy a short presentation on the history and cultural significance of these dishes in each Latin American country — offering a deeper appreciation for the traditions and stories behind each bite.
This event is free and open to the public (registration required; limited spaces). Whether you’re curious about Latin American cuisine, interested in learning something new, or simply love food and culture, you’re warmly invited to take part.
Latino Connection in the Ottawa Valley is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting Latin American culture, fostering community, and supporting the integration of Latinos in the region. Through cultural events, educational programs, and outreach, the organization works to celebrate diversity and build meaningful connections across communities.
Event Details:

Date: Monday, June 9, 2025
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: Petawawa Civic Centre, Petawawa
Registration required REGISTER HERE

Mississippi Mills Public Library Engagement Activities
2025-06-09 08:00 - 2025-06-26 17:00 | Mississippi Mills Public Library, Almonte, 155 High St, Almonte, ON, K0A 1A0, Canada
From the 9th to the 22nd of June, the Mississippi Mills Public Library (Almonte & Pakenham branches) has lots activities for the community to engage in as part of the 2025 summer edition of Culture Connect:

Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.
Welcome Rock Painting (June 26th, 3pm-5pm): The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
Participants are encouraged to take a picture of their rocks in their garden or community and post them on social media with #WelcomeRocks and #CultureConnect for a chance to win a prize at the end of Culture Connect.

Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours:

Almonte Branch:

Mon, Wed, Frid – 10am-5pm
Tues, Thurs – 10am-7pm
Sat – 10am-2pm
Sun – Closed

Pakenham Branch:

Mon, Sun – Closed
Tues, Thurs – 2pm-7pm
Wed – 1pm-5pm
Fri – 10am-5pm
Sat – 10am-5pm

Carleton Place Public Library Engagement Activities
2025-06-09 - 2025-06-22 | Carleton Place Public Library, 101 Beckwith St, Carleton Place, ON, K7C 2T3, Canada
From the 9th to the 22nd of June, the Carleton Place Public Library has lots activities for the community to engage in as part of the 2025 summer edition of Culture Connect:

Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your mystery take-and-make kit with 5 of 10 different types of teas to try and enjoy. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Biblio Bingo: Culture Connect Biblio Bingo is a fun way for library patrons to engage in guided learning as you choose your bingo journey from the prompts on the Culture Connect Biblio Bingo card. Some examples include, watch a movie in a different language, read an 2SLGBTQ+ story, read something by an author who identifies as disabled, etc.

Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours:
Sun – Closed
Mon-Thurs: 10:30 am-8 pm
Fri & Sat: 10 am-5:30 pm

Renfrew Public Library Engagement Activities
2025-06-09 - 2025-06-22 | Renfrew Public Library, 13 Railway Ave., Renfrew, Ontario, K7V 3A9, Canada
From the 9th to the 22nd of June, the Renfrew Public Library has lots activities for the community to engage in as part of the 2025 summer edition of Culture Connect:

Welcome Rock Painting: The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
Participants are encouraged to take a picture of their rocks in their garden or community and post them on social media with #WelcomeRocks and #CultureConnect for a chance to win a prize at the end of Culture Connect.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your mystery take-and-make kit with 5 of 10 different types of teas to try and enjoy. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.
Biblio Bingo: Culture Connect Biblio Bingo is a fun way for library patrons to engage in guided learning as you choose your bingo journey from the prompts on the Culture Connect Biblio Bingo card. Some examples include, watch a movie in a different language, read an 2SLGBTQ+ story, read something by an author who identifies as disabled, etc.
Language Learning Lab (June 10th at 10am): The language exchange is a simple idea. Participants will meet at the Library, socialize, and learn some new language skills. Join kind community members who will share their language skills in a fun and interactive way.
Language Carrousel Storytime (June 23rd, 10:30am): Is there anything better than story time? How about Storytime in a different language? The Renfrew Public Library invites you join in on children’s book or stories in different languages.

Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours:
Sun – Closed
Mon 9 am-5 pm
Tues 10 am-8 pm
Wed 9 am-5 pm
Thurs 10 am-8 pm
Fri 9 am-5 pm
Sat 9 am-3:30 pm

Algonquin College Pembroke Campus Library Engagement Activities
2025-06-09 - 2025-06-22 | Algonquin College – Pembroke Campus, 1 College Way, Pembroke, ON, K8A 0C8, Canada
From the 9th to the 22nd of June, the Algonquin College Pembroke Campus Library has lots activities for the community to engage in as part of the 2025 summer edition of Culture Connect:

Welcome Rock Painting: The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
Participants are encouraged to take a picture of their rocks in their garden or community and post them on social media with #WelcomeRocks and #CultureConnect for a chance to win a prize at the end of Culture Connect.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your mystery take-and-make kit with 5 of 10 different types of teas to try and enjoy. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit. There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.
Biblio Bingo: Culture Connect Biblio Bingo is a fun way for library patrons to engage in guided learning as you choose your bingo journey from the prompts on the Culture Connect Biblio Bingo card. Some examples include, watch a movie in a different language, read an 2SLGBTQ+ story, read something by an author who identifies as disabled, etc.

Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours:
Mon-Fri – 8am – 5p.m.
Sat-Sun – Closed

Killaloe & District Public Library Engagement Activities
2025-06-09 - 2025-06-22 | Killaloe & District Public Library, 1 John Street, Killaloe, ON, K0J 2A0, Canada
From the 9th to the 22nd of June, the Killaloe & District Public Library has lots activities for the community to engage in as part of the 2025 summer edition of Culture Connect:

Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your mystery take-and-make kit with 5 of 10 different types of teas to try and enjoy. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Biblio Bingo: Culture Connect Biblio Bingo is a fun way for library patrons to engage in guided learning as you choose your bingo journey from the prompts on the Culture Connect Biblio Bingo card. Some examples include, watch a movie in a different language, read an 2SLGBTQ+ story, read something by an author who identifies as disabled, etc.

Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours:
Sun & Mon – Closed
Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat 11 am-4 pm
Thurs 11 am-6 pm

Perth & District Union Public Library Engagement Activities
2025-06-09 - 2025-06-22 | Perth & District Union Public Library, 30 Herriott Street, Perth, ON, K7H 1T2, Canada
From the 9th to the 22nd of June, the Perth & District Union Public Library has lots activities for the community to engage in as part of the 2025 summer edition of Culture Connect:

Welcome Rock Painting: The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your mystery take-and-make kit with 5 of 10 different types of teas to try and enjoy. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours:
Sun – Closed
Mon – 10 am-5 pm
Tues – Thurs – 10am-7pm
Fri – 10am-5pm
Sat – 10am-4pm

Pembroke Public Library Engagement Activities
2025-06-09 - 2025-06-22 | Pembroke Public Library, 237 Victoria Street, Pembroke, ON, K8A 1B3, Canada
From the 9th to the 22nd of June, the Pembroke Public Library has lots activities for the community to engage in as part of the 2025 summer edition of Culture Connect:
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your mystery take-and-make kit with 5 of 10 different types of teas to try and enjoy. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours:
Sun – Closed
Mon-Thurs 10 am-8 pm
Fri & Sat 10 am-5:30 pm

Petawawa Public Library Engagement Activities
2025-06-09 - 2025-06-22 | Petawawa Public Library, 16 Civic Centre Road, Petawawa, Ontario, K8H 3H5, Canada
From the 9th to the 22nd of June, the Petawawa Public Library has lots activities for the community to engage in as part of the 2025 summer edition of Culture Connect:

Welcome Rock Painting: The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
Participants are encouraged to take a picture of their rocks in their garden or community and post them on social media with #WelcomeRocks and #CultureConnect for a chance to win a prize at the end of Culture Connect.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your mystery take-and-make kit with 5 of 10 different types of teas to try and enjoy. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Biblio Bingo: Culture Connect Biblio Bingo is a fun way for library patrons to engage in guided learning as you choose your bingo journey from the prompts on the Culture Connect Biblio Bingo card. Some examples include, watch a movie in a different language, read an 2SLGBTQ+ story, read something by an author who identifies as disabled, etc.

Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours:
Sun – Closed
Mon-Thurs 10 am-8 pm
Fri 10 am-6 pm
Sat 10 am -5 pm

Deep River Public Library Engagement Activities
2025-06-09 - 2025-06-22 | Deep River Public Library, 55 Rd Ridge, Deep River, Ontario, K0J 1P0, Canada
From the 9th to the 22nd of June, the Deep River Public Library has lots activities for the community to engage in as part of the 2025 summer edition of Culture Connect:

Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your mystery take-and-make kit with 5 of 10 different types of teas to try and enjoy. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.
Biblio Bingo: Culture Connect Biblio Bingo is a fun way for library patrons to engage in guided learning as you choose your bingo journey from the prompts on the Culture Connect Biblio Bingo card. Some examples include, watch a movie in a different language, read an 2SLGBTQ+ story, read something by an author who identifies as disabled, etc.
Language Carrousel Storytime (June 17th, 10:30am): Is there anything better than story time? How about Storytime in a different language? The Deep River Public Library invites you join in on children’s book or stories in different languages.

Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours:
Sun – Closed
Mon & Sat 10 am-3 pm
Tues & Thurs 10 am-8 pm
Wed & Fri 10 am-5:30 pm

Introduction to Intercultural Competency
2025-05-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Ontario
Description
Introduction to Intercultural Competency is a free introductory workshop featuring topics like Identity and Culture, Value-based Behaviours, Assigning Meaning and Unconscious Bias. 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!
Attendees who fully participate in this professional development opportunity will receive a digital certification of completion from Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew.
Register Here

Connected Canadians - Information Session
2025-05-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Ontario
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. They are able gain cultural awareness through interactions with older clients, who take pride in helping them integrate into our communities.
The Connected Canadians mandate is to reduce isolation and loneliness amongst older adults by promoting digital literacy skills and providing technology training and support.
This session offers an opportunity to learn about Connected Canadians in more detail, ask questions, and meet some of the team.
Are you interested in learning more about Connected Canadians and how their charity might benefit people in your community?
Register HERE to attending this session!

Service Canada - Job Bank Canada Overview
2025-04-29 10:00 - 11:00 | Ontario
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 Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew.
This will be offered virtually via Zoom.
Please REGISTER HERE

Business Basics For Newcomers
2025-04-11 15:00 - 16:00 | Renfrew Public Library, 13 Railway Ave., Renfrew, Ontario, K7V 3A9, 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 hybrid and may be attended virtually or in-person at the Renfrew Public Library.
​REGISTER HERE
Hosted by Enterprise Renfrew County in partnership with the Renfrew County Community Futures Development Corporation, the Local Immigration Partnership, the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) the Government of Ontario, Renfrew Public Library and Township of McNab Braeside.

How to Teach ESL Workshop – Perth & District Public Library
2025-03-28 13:00 - 15:00 | Perth & District Union Public Library, 30 Herriott Street, Perth, ON, K7H 1T2, Canada
Are you interested in helping people who are new to Canada learn English but aren’t sure where to start?
This session is for you!
Join us at the Perth & District Library for a HOW TO TEACH ESL WORKSHOP! This workshop is brought to you by Lana of Lana’s Languages who will use her expertise to guide you through best practices, tips, and strategies on how to effectively teach English as a Second Language (ESL). In this workshop, receive resources and worksheets that you can utilize while helping ESL learners.
Interested in attending? Please email localimmigrationpartnership@algonquincollege.com to learn more or register here: https://www.perthunionlibrary.ca/event/how-to-teach-esl-workshop/

Lana is a Language teacher, coach & consultant with over 10 years of experience helping people of all ages and all levels learn English.

How to Teach ESL Workshop – Arnprior Public Library
2025-03-27 10:00 - 11:30 | Arnprior Public Library, 21 Madawaska St, Arnprior, ON, K7S 1R6, Canada
Are you interested in helping people learn English but aren’t sure where to start?
This session is for you!
Join us at the Arnprior Public Library for a HOW TO TEACH ESL WORKSHOP! This workshop is brought to you by Lana of Lana’s Languages who will use her expertise to guide you through best practices, tips, and strategies on how to effectively teach English as a Second Language (ESL). In this workshop, receive resources and worksheets that you can utilize while helping ESL learners.
Interested in attending? Please email localimmigrationpartnership@algonquincollege.com to learn more or register HERE
Lana is a Language teacher, coach & consultant with over 10 years of experience helping people of all ages and all levels learn English.

How to Teach ESL Workshop – Mississippi Mills Public Library
2025-03-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Mississippi Mills Public Library, Almonte, 155 High St, Almonte, ON, K0A 1A0, Canada
Are you interested in helping people who are new to Canada learn English but aren’t sure where to start?
This session is for you!
Join us at the Mississippi Mills Public Library (Almonte Branch) for a HOW TO TEACH ESL WORKSHOP! This workshop is brought to you by Lana of Lana’s Languages who will use her expertise to guide you through best practices, tips, and strategies on how to effectively teach English as a Second Language (ESL). In this workshop, receive resources and worksheets that you can utilize while helping ESL learners.
Interested in attending? Please email localimmigrationpartnership@algonquincollege.com to learn more
or
Register here: https://form.jotform.com/250566079119260
Lana is a Language teacher, coach & consultant with over 10 years of experience helping people of all ages and all levels learn English.

Drop in Session for Newcomers! – Renfrew Public Library
2025-03-20 17:30 - 18:30 | Renfrew Public Library, 13 Railway Ave., Renfrew, Ontario, K7V 3A9, Canada
As part of the Learning & Connections Circle Mentorship Program, LIP are excited to be offering Drop in Sessions for Newcomers! Join us and our mentors from the Learning & Connections Circle program to receive guidance* on a variety of topics such as:

Navigating Service Canada services
Tips on how to network in your community and connect with potential employers
English as a second language support
Guidance on community navigation – where to go to get what you need
Much more!

In this group environment, have the opportunity to meet people in your community and form connections!
To attend this drop in session or to learn more, please email ‘DROP IN SESSION’ to localimmigrationpartnership@algonquincollege.com
*Please note that the mentors in the Learning & Connections Circle Program are community members and locals. They are not industry experts but offer a wealth of knowledge about the area and valuable insights into success in Canada.

Virtual Workshop: ChatGPT & AI: Navigating the Digital Conversation
2025-03-19 13:00 - 14:00 | Ontario
Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew is pleased to offer members of our communities a series of technology workshops throughout January, February and March thanks to our partnership with United Way East Ontario and partial funding received by the New Horizons for Seniors Program.
Thanks to this program and a newly formed connection with Ottawa-based organization, Connected Canadians, we are so excited to be offering this virtual workshop to any older adults looking to feel more confident using technology and overcoming technology challenges.
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.

Find the list of participating libraries HERE

ChatGPT & AI: Navigating the Digital Conversation

Date and Time: Mar 19, 2025 01:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Description: Learn what ChatGPT is, how you can use it and how to ask it questions, all while keeping your information private and understanding how reliable ChatGPT’s answers are. Plus, see AI tools for translating text, playing games, and getting recipe ideas.

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86737580758

By participating in this workshop, you are eligible for free ongoing support from the Connected Canadians team! Anytime you need help with technology or accessing resources online safely, you can connect via:

Phone: Local (Ottawa): (613) 699-7896
Toll-free: 1-877-304-5813
info@connectedcanadians.ca
www.connectedcanadians.ca/one-on-ones

Technology Workshop for Older Adults - Getting Help with Technology
2025-03-14 13:00 - 15:00 | St Paul’s Anglican Church, 70 Clyde Street, Almonte, ON, K0A 1A0, Canada
Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew is pleased to offer members of our communities a series of technology workshops throughout January, February and March thanks to our partnership with United Way East Ontario and partial funding received by the New Horizons for Seniors Program.
Thanks to this program and a newly formed connection with Ottawa-based organization, Connected Canadians, we are so excited to be offering 6 virtual workshops to any older adults looking to feel more confident using technology and overcoming technology challenges.
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.

In this session, learn how to troubleshoot your personal device, locate and know your device information, search for the right information, and get help online when you are stuck. Receive in-person support from dedicated Connected Canadian team members and feel confident navigating different ways to best use your device.

Please register by emailing the below information to localimmigrationpartnership@algonquincollege.com

Name:
Workshop title: Getting Help with Technology
Device type:
Accommodations needed:

By participating in this workshop, you are eligible for free ongoing support from the Connected Canadians team! Anytime you need help with technology or accessing resources online safely, you can connect via:

Phone: Local (Ottawa): (613) 699-7896
Toll-free: 1-877-304-5813
info@connectedcanadians.ca
www.connectedcanadians.ca/one-on-ones

Supports for Women Entrepreneurs - An Information Session
2025-03-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Ontario
In celebration of International Women’s Day on March 8th, LIP is partnering with PARO Centre for Women’s Enterprise to present an empowering session by women, for women. Join us to discover valuable resources and support available through PARO to help women entrepreneurs thrive!
In this information session, learn about the various resources and services offered by PARO Centre For Women’s Enterprise such as:

Starting and growing your business
PARO projects such as BizCamps
Funding resources

PARO Centre For Women’s Enterprise:
PARO Centre For Women’s Enterprise is a diverse organization offering supportive services for all women-identifying individuals. With programs designed to meet women where they are, geographically or in their business journey, they prioritize diversity and integrate cultural and gender analysis to create unique and effective programming and services.
Learn more about PARO here: https://paro.ca/
This session will be offered virtually via Zoom or in person:

Algonquin College’s Pembroke Campus – Room 338
Renfrew Public Library

Please register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/hRDQWgLpQpSEXKc-2N1etw

This session will be offered in English (including slides) and Spanish thanks to support from Latino Connection in the Ottawa Valley.

How to Teach ESL Workshop – Renfrew Public Library
2025-03-07 15:30 - 17:00 | Renfrew Public Library, 13 Railway Ave., Renfrew, Ontario, K7V 3A9, Canada
Are you interested in helping people learn English but aren’t sure where to start?
This session is for you!
Join us at the Renfrew Public Library for a HOW TO TEACH ESL WORKSHOP! This workshop is brought to you by Lana of Lana’s Languages who will use her expertise to guide you through best practices, tips, and strategies on how to effectively teach English as a Second Language (ESL). In this workshop, receive resources and worksheets that you can utilize while helping ESL learners.
Interested in attending? Please email localimmigrationpartnership@algonquincollege.com to learn more!
Lana is a Language teacher, coach & consultant with over 10 years of experience helping people of all ages and all levels learn English.

LIP Lanark & Renfrew Learning & Connections Circle Mentorship Program Introduction
2025-03-05 17:00 - 18:00 | Ontario
Are you interested in becoming a mentor with Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew County and the Learning and Connections Circle program? Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn all about what’s involved in being a mentor for a newcomer or immigrant, best practices, and the benefits of mentoring!

If you are not familiar with the Learning & Connections Circle Program, please visit our page here: https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/learning-connections-circle

Reach out to localimmigrationpartnership@algonquincollege.com to learn more and register HERE
