Get to know what recreation programs are available in your community during Fall/Winter at the Free Community Programs information session. It is on Thursday August 5, 2010 from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the York Woods Branch. For more information and to register, call the Settlement Worker at 647-296-0935.
Fun and Safe Cycling in Toronto in a newcomer outreach cycling program that is informative and interactive. The free program is on Saturday August 14, 2010 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Lillian H. Smith Branch. You will learn about: Rules of the road Your rights and responsibilities Bicycle safety and security Cycling in different seasons Bicycles […]
If you're planning to continue your education, find out how you can apply for financial assistance through OSAP. The free information session is on Friday August 13, 2010 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Bloor/Gladstone Branch. You will learn more about: Eligibility and application process for Ontario Student Assistance Program How loan amounts are […]
You've rented a place – now you're a Tenant. One of your next steps is to find out about Tenant's Rights and Responsibilities. This free information session is on Wednesday August 11, 2010 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Parliament St. Branch. You will learn about: Your rights and responsibilities as a tenant What […]
Learn to express yourself positively, reduce stress from conflict situations and strengthen your communication skills. The free Assertiveness Training session on Wednesday August 11, 2010 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Toronto Reference Library will cover: What is assertiveness? How it can help you in your personal and professional life The differences between being assertive, being […]
Every Wednesday beginning July 14, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., attend the English Conversation Circle at Thorncliffe Branch. Practice and improve your English. Contact the Settlement Worker at 416.996-2133 for more information.
Beginning July 12, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., there is ongoing one-on-one free Computer Classes every Monday at Thorncliffe Branch. Topics covered include: Internet Web browsing Emailing Toronto Public Library website Basic Microsoft Office Word and Excel. Contact the Settlement Worker at 416-996-2133 for more information.
Money problems can create stressful situations. Find out about Coping with Financial Stress on July 30, 2010 at Bloor/Gladstone Branch from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Learn how to: Reduce or eliminate interest charges Consolidate credit card bills Pay off debt quickly Save money Settlement Workers are available to offer interpretation in Spanish and Portuguese.
Find out how social assistance can help you at the Information Session on Social Assistance on July 29, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Agincourt Branch. You will know about: Ontario Workers (OW) and Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Eligibility requirements Application process How social assistance would affect sponsorship and more … The information session […]
Caroline is from France here on a three month internship study at the Toronto Public Library. Following are her experiences when she first arrived. My first impressions about TorontoIt's huge! When I was looking for the North York Central Library, I discovered that Yonge Street is much longer than France! When I arrived at the airport, I […]