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SUMMARY:Drop in Session for Newcomers! - Petawawa Public Library
DESCRIPTION:As part of the New Horizons for Seniors program and our partnership with United Way East Ontario\, 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: \n\nNavigating Service Canada services\nTips on how to network in your community and connect with potential employers\nEnglish as a second language support\nGuidance on community navigation – where to go to get what you need\nMuch more!\n\nIn this group environment\, have the opportunity to meet people in your community and form connections! \nTo attend this drop in session or to learn more\, please email ‘DROP IN SESSION’ to localimmigrationpartnership@algonquincollege.com \n*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.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/drop-in-session-for-newcomers-petawawa-public-library/
LOCATION:Petawawa Public Library\, 16 Civic Centre Road\, Petawawa\, Ontario\, K8H 3H5\, Canada
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SUMMARY:LIP Lanark & Renfrew Learning & Connections Circle Mentorship Program Introduction
DESCRIPTION: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! \n  \nIf you are not familiar with the Learning & Connections Circle Program\, please visit our page here: https://s41771.pcdn.co/learning-connections-circle  \n  \nReach out to localimmigrationpartnership@algonquincollege.com to learn more and register HERE
URL:https://s41771.pcdn.co/event/lip-lanark-renfrew-learning-connections-circle-mentorship-program-introduction/
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SUMMARY:How to Teach ESL Workshop – Renfrew Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in helping people learn English but aren’t sure where to start? \nThis session is for you! \nJoin 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. \nInterested in attending? Please email localimmigrationpartnership@algonquincollege.com to learn more! \nLana is a Language teacher\, coach & consultant with over 10 years of experience helping people of all ages and all levels learn English.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/how-to-teach-esl-workshop-renfrew-public-library/
LOCATION:Renfrew Public Library\, 13 Railway Ave.\, Renfrew\, Ontario\, K7V 3A9\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Supports for Women Entrepreneurs - An Information Session
DESCRIPTION: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! \nIn this information session\, learn about the various resources and services offered by PARO Centre For Women’s Enterprise such as: \n\nStarting and growing your business\nPARO projects such as BizCamps\nFunding resources\n\n  \nPARO Centre For Women’s Enterprise: \nPARO 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. \nLearn more about PARO here: https://paro.ca/ \nThis session will be offered virtually via Zoom or in person: \n\nAlgonquin College’s Pembroke Campus – Room 338\nRenfrew Public Library\n\n  \nPlease register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/hRDQWgLpQpSEXKc-2N1etw  \n  \nThis session will be offered in English (including slides) and Spanish thanks to support from Latino Connection in the Ottawa Valley.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/supports-for-women-entrepreneurs-an-information-session/
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SUMMARY:Technology Workshop for Older Adults - Getting Help with Technology
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nThanks 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. \nConnected 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. \n  \n \nIn 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. \n  \nPlease register by emailing the below information to localimmigrationpartnership@algonquincollege.com \n\nName:\nWorkshop title: Getting Help with Technology\nDevice type:\nAccommodations needed:\n\n  \n  \nBy 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: \n\nPhone: Local (Ottawa): (613) 699-7896\nToll-free: 1-877-304-5813\ninfo@connectedcanadians.ca\nwww.connectedcanadians.ca/one-on-ones\n\n 
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/technology-workshop-for-older-adults-getting-help-with-technology/
LOCATION:St Paul’s Anglican Church\, 70 Clyde Street\, Almonte\, ON\, K0A 1A0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Virtual Workshop: ChatGPT & AI: Navigating the Digital Conversation
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nThanks 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. \nConnected 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. \n  \n \n  \nFind the list of participating libraries HERE \n  \n  \n\n\n\nChatGPT & AI: Navigating the Digital Conversation\n\nDate and Time: Mar 19\, 2025 01:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)\nDescription: 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.\n\nZoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86737580758\n\n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \nBy 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: \n\nPhone: Local (Ottawa): (613) 699-7896\nToll-free: 1-877-304-5813\ninfo@connectedcanadians.ca\nwww.connectedcanadians.ca/one-on-ones\n\n 
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SUMMARY:Drop in Session for Newcomers! – Renfrew Public Library
DESCRIPTION: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: \n\nNavigating Service Canada services\nTips on how to network in your community and connect with potential employers\nEnglish as a second language support\nGuidance on community navigation – where to go to get what you need\nMuch more!\n\nIn this group environment\, have the opportunity to meet people in your community and form connections! \nTo attend this drop in session or to learn more\, please email ‘DROP IN SESSION’ to localimmigrationpartnership@algonquincollege.com \n*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.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/drop-in-session-for-newcomers-renfrew-public-library/
LOCATION:Renfrew Public Library\, 13 Railway Ave.\, Renfrew\, Ontario\, K7V 3A9\, Canada
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SUMMARY:How to Teach ESL Workshop – Mississippi Mills Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in helping people who are new to Canada learn English but aren’t sure where to start? \nThis session is for you! \nJoin 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. \nInterested in attending? Please email localimmigrationpartnership@algonquincollege.com to learn more \nor \nRegister here: https://form.jotform.com/250566079119260 \nLana is a Language teacher\, coach & consultant with over 10 years of experience helping people of all ages and all levels learn English.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/how-to-teach-esl-workshop-mississippi-mills-public-library/
LOCATION:Mississippi Mills Public Library\, Almonte\, 155 High St\, Almonte\, ON\, K0A 1A0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:How to Teach ESL Workshop – Arnprior Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in helping people learn English but aren’t sure where to start? \nThis session is for you! \nJoin 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. \nInterested in attending? Please email localimmigrationpartnership@algonquincollege.com to learn more or register HERE \nLana is a Language teacher\, coach & consultant with over 10 years of experience helping people of all ages and all levels learn English.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/how-to-teach-esl-workshop-arnprior-public-library/
LOCATION:Arnprior Public Library\, 21 Madawaska St\, Arnprior\, ON\, K7S 1R6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250328T130000
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SUMMARY:How to Teach ESL Workshop – Perth & District Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in helping people who are new to Canada learn English but aren’t sure where to start? \nThis session is for you! \nJoin 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. \nInterested in attending? Please email localimmigrationpartnership@algonquincollege.com to learn more or register here: https://www.perthunionlibrary.ca/event/how-to-teach-esl-workshop/ \n  \nLana is a Language teacher\, coach & consultant with over 10 years of experience helping people of all ages and all levels learn English.
URL:https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/how-to-teach-esl-workshop-perth-district-public-library/
LOCATION:Perth & District Union Public Library\, 30 Herriott Street\, Perth\, ON\, K7H 1T2\, Canada
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