This program is designed to help newcomers practice their English conversation skills in a friendly, informal, and supportive environment. There is no formal instruction, and there is no teacher. Using Zoom, small groups meet online for a weekly informal conversation that is facilitated by a volunteer who is fluent in English. The facilitator will bring […]
Do you have questions about Canada’s Health System? Join this information session to learn about how to access health services, including finding a primary care provider and the different care providers and services available to you (i.e. community pharmacist, gynecologist). NOTE: Russian and Dari/Farsi interpretation will be available. REGISTER HERE
This program is designed to help newcomers practice their English conversation skills in a friendly, informal, and supportive environment. There is no formal instruction, and there is no teacher. Using Zoom, small groups meet online for a weekly informal conversation that is facilitated by a volunteer who is fluent in English. The facilitator will bring […]
This program is designed to help newcomers practice their English conversation skills in a friendly, informal, and supportive environment. There is no formal instruction, and there is no teacher. Using Zoom, small groups meet online for a weekly informal conversation that is facilitated by a volunteer who is fluent in English. The facilitator will bring […]
Meet and learn from one another (share challenges and success stories) Get an update from JIAS on programs we offer to newcomers Learn about the supports available to JIAS volunteers Answer any questions you have Register here:
The Reading Club program provides elementary school-aged (grade 1-8) children with an opportunity to continue practicing their English reading and comprehension skills in an online environment with other newcomer children and a facilitator. One of the key goals of the Reading Club is to enhance students’ English reading skills by the use of engaging reading […]
This workshop will provide you important information from the Ontario Employment Standards Act. Understand what employers are allowed to do and NOT TO DO with wages, hours of work, overtime and safety. Understand the money taken off (deductions) from your pay cheque. Find out what kind of legal contract the employer must provide when they […]
There are two major components of this program: For adult women in the Yazidi refugee community: Eash session of this program will consist of an "English class" to practice conversational skills and develop literacy skills, a "math class" to develop numeracy skills and practice scheduling and budgeting, and an art therapy session. For school aged […]
This program is a support group designed for JIAS's clients from Afghanistan. The program aims to provide a calm environment to provide the skills and peer connection to support clients over 6 sessions on zoom, which are 1.5 hours each. Each session will be comprised of practical information, experiential learning about coping with stress, and […]
This program is designed to help newcomers practice their English conversation skills in a friendly, informal, and supportive environment. There is no formal instruction, and there is no teacher. Using Zoom, small groups meet online for a weekly informal conversation that is facilitated by a volunteer who is fluent in English. The facilitator will bring […]
Everything you need to know about the private sponsorship of refugees: the different types of support (financial, settlement), sponsorship agreements and their terms, constituent groups, requirements, application process, waiting time, how to prepare for arrival & first few weeks in Canada, etc. REGISTER: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZArf--qqz0uGtaUZ9VTE_Naim8yGGq51FUO
The first months in Canada can be challenging and exciting. This session will cover some "dos" and "don'ts" plus lots of "how to" topics for life. We'll try to manage your expectations. We will help you think about short term and long term goals so that you can build a stable and fulfilling life in […]
This program is designed to help newcomers practice their English conversation skills in a friendly, informal, and supportive environment. There is no formal instruction, and there is no teacher. Using Zoom, small groups meet online for a weekly informal conversation that is facilitated by a volunteer who is fluent in English. The facilitator will bring […]
This program is designed to help newcomers practice their English conversation skills in a friendly, informal, and supportive environment. There is no formal instruction, and there is no teacher. Using Zoom, small groups meet online for a weekly informal conversation that is facilitated by a volunteer who is fluent in English. The facilitator will bring […]
The Reading Club program provides elementary school-aged (grade 1-8) children with an opportunity to continue practicing their English reading and comprehension skills in an online environment with other newcomer children and a facilitator. One of the key goals of the Reading Club is to enhance students’ English reading skills by the use of engaging reading […]
Join us if you have questions about searching for a rental unit (apartment or house) in Ontario. Once you register, you will receive a link to join our information session. Topics that will be covered include: housing search tools and resources low-cost apartment options in the understanding the geography of the Greater Toronto Area common […]
There are two major components of this program: For adult women in the Yazidi refugee community: Eash session of this program will consist of an "English class" to practice conversational skills and develop literacy skills, a "math class" to develop numeracy skills and practice scheduling and budgeting, and an art therapy session. For school aged […]
Are you a Jewish teenager (ages 13-18) who recently moved to Canada? Join us for a fun event on Sunday, January 29th, at the Prosserman JCC in North York. This meeting will allow teens to create more social connections with each other through team building activities and recreational activities. This session the teens will participate […]
This program is a support group designed for JIAS's clients from Afghanistan. The program aims to provide a calm environment to provide the skills and peer connection to support clients over 6 sessions on zoom, which are 1.5 hours each. Each session will be comprised of practical information, experiential learning about coping with stress, and […]
This program is designed to help newcomers practice their English conversation skills in a friendly, informal, and supportive environment. There is no formal instruction, and there is no teacher. Using Zoom, small groups meet online for a weekly informal conversation that is facilitated by a volunteer who is fluent in English. The facilitator will bring […]
This program is designed for newcomers teens who are completing their high school and looking for colleges and universities in Canada or newcomer adults who are planning to make a career change in Canada by returning to post-secondary education. The program will run virtually over Zoom. This session will cover information about: Course Preparation and […]
This program is designed to help newcomers practice their English conversation skills in a friendly, informal, and supportive environment. There is no formal instruction, and there is no teacher. Using Zoom, small groups meet online for a weekly informal conversation that is facilitated by a volunteer who is fluent in English. The facilitator will bring […]
This program is designed to help newcomers practice their English conversation skills in a friendly, informal, and supportive environment. There is no formal instruction, and there is no teacher. Using Zoom, small groups meet online for a weekly informal conversation that is facilitated by a volunteer who is fluent in English. The facilitator will bring […]
The Reading Club program provides elementary school-aged (grade 1-8) children with an opportunity to continue practicing their English reading and comprehension skills in an online environment with other newcomer children and a facilitator. One of the key goals of the Reading Club is to enhance students’ English reading skills by the use of engaging reading […]
This is the 2nd part of “Introduction to Postsecondary Education” program, which will cover mainly the information about funding and payments for colleges and universities in Canada. The program will run virtually over Zoom. Topics that we will cover include: Expenses: tuition, books, and life during postsecondary education Loans: OSAP and banks Scholarships, Bursaries, Awards […]
This program is a support group for newcomer Jewish parents who have teenagers. The goal of this program is to give you the skills you may need to be more confident as a parent and help your children thrive, and to provide an environment for you to connect and share with other parents. This program […]
There are two major components of this program: For adult women in the Yazidi refugee community: Eash session of this program will consist of an "English class" to practice conversational skills and develop literacy skills, a "math class" to develop numeracy skills and practice scheduling and budgeting, and an art therapy session. For school aged […]
This program is designed to help newcomers practice their English conversation skills in a friendly, informal, and supportive environment. There is no formal instruction, and there is no teacher. Using Zoom, small groups meet online for a weekly informal conversation that is facilitated by a volunteer who is fluent in English. The facilitator will bring […]
Moving to Canada is not a 1-day process. After landing, you will go through many moments of excitement, stress, relief, and other struggles of adjustment. This is normal! We will guide you through the stages that most newcomers experience when settling in Canada. REGISTER HERE
This program is designed to help newcomers practice their English conversation skills in a friendly, informal, and supportive environment. There is no formal instruction, and there is no teacher. Using Zoom, small groups meet online for a weekly informal conversation that is facilitated by a volunteer who is fluent in English. The facilitator will bring […]
This program is designed to help newcomers practice their English conversation skills in a friendly, informal, and supportive environment. There is no formal instruction, and there is no teacher. Using Zoom, small groups meet online for a weekly informal conversation that is facilitated by a volunteer who is fluent in English. The facilitator will bring […]
The Reading Club program provides elementary school-aged (grade 1-8) children with an opportunity to continue practicing their English reading and comprehension skills in an online environment with other newcomer children and a facilitator. One of the key goals of the Reading Club is to enhance students’ English reading skills by the use of engaging reading […]
This program is a support group for newcomer Jewish parents who have teenagers. The goal of this program is to give you the skills you may need to be more confident as a parent and help your children thrive, and to provide an environment for you to connect and share with other parents. This program […]
There are two major components of this program: For adult women in the Yazidi refugee community: Eash session of this program will consist of an "English class" to practice conversational skills and develop literacy skills, a "math class" to develop numeracy skills and practice scheduling and budgeting, and an art therapy session. For school aged […]
This program is a support group designed for JIAS's clients from Afghanistan. The program aims to provide a calm environment to provide the skills and peer connection to support clients over 6 sessions on zoom, which are 1.5 hours each. Each session will be comprised of practical information, experiential learning about coping with stress, and […]
This program is designed to help newcomers practice their English conversation skills in a friendly, informal, and supportive environment. There is no formal instruction, and there is no teacher. Using Zoom, small groups meet online for a weekly informal conversation that is facilitated by a volunteer who is fluent in English. The facilitator will bring […]
There are many paths to immigration in Canada. If you are a temporary resident in Canada and would like to learn about the Express Entry program, this session is for you! REGISTER HERE
Setting boundaries and self-care are not selfish. As a volunteer, it's important to be in touch with your feelings, know your personal limits, as well as the limits of what you are supposed to be doing as a volunteer. Setting boundaries will help you to be resilient and remain energized and will enable the newcomers […]