St John's LIP Newsletter

City Of St. John's Updates

My New St. John's Expo 2024

This event is an opportunity for newcomers to St. John’s & friends to connect with their communities as organizations from across the city come together to help newcomers integrate and feel welcomed. It’s also an opportunity for current residents to discover opportunities and services they weren’t previously aware of.

Where: St. John's Community Market on 245 Freshwater Rd.

When: Thursday, October 24, 10am to 5pm

Cost: Free for all

Children, Youth and Family Programs

Good news! There is still space available in the following children, youth and family programs:

• After School Program
• Drop-In Outdoor Ball Hockey
• Preschool
• Wilderness Survival - Family
• Home Alone Safety Course
• Trisport Explore

Fall Adult and Seniors Programs

We have space available in the following recreation programs for adults & seniors:

• Beginner & Intermediate Ballroom Dance
• Bridge Level 1 & 3
• Seniors Social Time
• A Time to Dance
• Chess

Immigration: News & Updates

Free Newcomer Services Near You

Settlement programs can help you learn one or both of Canada’s official languages and help you get settled in Canada in many ways. This training is free, flexible and delivered by service providers. Visit one near you today.

Attention Ukrainian temporary residents and their family members in Canada

If you were approved under the Canada–Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel measures and arrived in Canada on or before March 31, 2024, you can now apply for an open work permit or study permit from within Canada until March 31, 2025. Standard application fees apply.

Canada to stop Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIAs) in Low-Wage Stream effective September 26

The Government of Canada has announced stopping processing LMIAs under the low-wage stream for metropolitan cities with an unemployment rate of 6% or higher.

Benefits, credits, and taxes for newcomers

Are you an international student? You may be eligible for some benefit and credit payments as soon you arrive in Canada!

Find out if you're eligible and how to apply:

Partner and Community: News and Updates

Well-Being Week

A wide-ranging and detailed list of engaging, social and educational events are scheduled to take place across the province and can be found here. Events are aimed at boosting momentum to make purposeful steps to better well-being throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.

Newcomer Employment Training Group

Effective Resume Tailoring, organized by Bethesda and Collective Interchange

Date: 24-Sep-2024

Time: 6pm to 8pm

Location: 1 Escasoni Pl

MusicNL: Call For Volunteers

Join our Volunteer Team at Music Celebration Week from September 4 - 7!

Library on the Go Fall Schedule 2024

Library on the Go will be out in the community this fall with our friends from Food on the Move St. John's!

Mortgage Information Session: IENL - Study and Stay NL

We are thrilled to bring Andrew Leonard from Pineapple Shoreline Mortgages to share his expertise with you!

Andrew is a mortgage specialist who knows Canada’s financial and housing systems inside out. 🏡

With 90% of his clientele being non-citizens, Andrew provides expert advice and personalized support to help you make informed decisions, achieve homeownership, build equity, and grow wealth. His mission is to turn your dream of homeownership into reality, and he takes pride in being a part of your success. ✨️

Don’t miss this opportunity to get valuable insights and guidance from a specialist who truly understands your journey.

📅 Date: Thursday, September 5

📍 Location: Virtual

Refurbish your Resumé session

Feeling overwhelmed by a flood of resumé advice and conflicting suggestions? Concerned that your resumé might be getting lost in the shuffle?

Register for our Clean Careers: Refurbish your Resumé session on Sep 10, 2024, where you'll receive relevant suggestions on enhancing both your resumé and cover letter. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to advance your career, this in-person event will help you sort through essential tips, tricks and strategies to make your resumé stand out above the rest.

When: Tuesday, September 10, 2024 @ 1:00 pm – 3:30 PM NDT

Where: econext Office – 235 Water Street, Suite 200 (No Picnik Space on 2nd Floor)

Cost: $5 + tax & fees

Submit Your Events and Get Involved

Do you have an upcoming event the community should know about? Would

you like us to highlight a successful program or initiative? Get in touch.

The St. John’s LIP also has many opportunities for you to get involved.

Contact immigration@stjohns.ca for more information or to get involved.