Diana S.

Land your first job!

September 7, 2010 | Diana S. | Comments (0)

A free information session on How to successfully land your first job in Canada is available at Richview Branch on September 8, 2010 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. A guest speaker from Job Start will give information on: Orientation to the Canadian labour market Mentoring partnership Pre-employment services For more information, and to register, please […]

Housing

September 7, 2010 | Diana S. | Comments (0)

Newcomers who are interested in learning more about housing in Toronto are encouraged to attend a free information session on Housing at Parkdale Branch on Wednesday September 22, 2010 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Audiences will learn more about: Subsidized housing Housing for seniors Renting a home For more information and to register, contact the Settlement […]

Hints to help you with English

August 29, 2010 | Diana S. | Comments (2)

If you are struggling with improving your English, the free workshop Hints to help you with English may be just what you need. You will receive information on: Tips that will help you when learning English Useful expressions and idioms that are used everyday Get advice from an experienced English teacher on how to improve your […]

Budgeting and Money Management

August 25, 2010 | Diana S. | Comments (0)

Attend a free information session on Budgeting and Money Management on Thursday August 26, 2010 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Parkdale Branch. Learn more about: Smart banking Consumer awareness Financial resources For more information and to register, please contact the Settlement Worker at 647-836-9578.

Helping your child succeed in school

August 16, 2010 | Diana S. | Comments (0)

As a paren’t, you are your child's first teacher, so you may wonder and worry about how you can help your child. The workshop Helping Your Child Succeed in School may answer your question. You will receive information on: Different school systems in Ontario How to understand your child's report card French immersion and International Baccalaureate (IB) […]

Welcome to Toronto!

August 16, 2010 | Diana S. | Comments (1)

Toronto has a lot of parks, and recreational and cultural facilities. It is considered the #1 choice of destination for immigrants, workers, students and visitors. Learn more about Toronto in our Welcome to Toronto! information session. Topics covered include: Toronto history Government and economy City attractions and interesting places to visit Neighbourhoods and districts The workshop […]

Practice English speaking skills

August 10, 2010 | Diana S. | Comments (1)

Practice and improve your English speaking skills at Flemingdon Park Branch in their English Conversation Circle program. Times are from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on: August 13, 2010 August 20, 2010 August 27, 2010 September 3, 2010 Contact the Settlement Workers at 647-296-6071 or 647-296-6706 for more information.

TOEFL and IELTS

August 10, 2010 | Diana S. | Comments (0)

Beginning July 17, 2010, there are ongoing free tests preparations sessions by a trained and experienced tutor in TOEFL & IELTS at Thorncliffe Park Branch. Every Friday from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Every Saturday from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Not only will you learn how to prepare for the test, but you will also […]

Back to school and be well informed

August 6, 2010 | Diana S. | Comments (0)

There is always a little bit of nervousness in going back to school, but knowing what to expect will ease any stress. The free information workshop on Back to School and Well Informed will provide you with information on: How to access elementary and secondary schools Various colleges and universities Participating in the education of your […]

Your financial rights

August 4, 2010 | Diana S. | Comments (0)

Finding out about your financial rights and responsibilities in your newly adopted country does not have to be confusing or stressful. The free workshop on Your Financial Rights on Thursday August 19, 2010 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Toronto Reference Library will cover topics such as: The Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC) […]