St. John's LIP Newsletter: DECEMBER 2020
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The St. John’s Local Immigration Partnership is a broad-based partnership designed to support the well-being and participation of newcomers in all aspects of life in the city, as well as to strengthen the city’s ability to integrate newcomer needs into municipal planning processes. The St. John’s LIP is co-led by the City of St. John’s and the Association for New Canadians and funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. |
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In this Newsletter:
You will notice that there will be more links than usual, if bolded or in colour, it often means they are active and meant to be clicked. Given things are constantly evolving in our Post Pandemic response to COVID-19, please be aware that workshops and webinars will, too.
#communitymatters #createcollaboratecare
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Carte de service "Mon nouveau St. John's" - Disponible |
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The St. John’s Local Immigration Partnership is pleased to promote their interactive, online and mobile-friendly services map to help newcomers easily find and access existing programs and services in both official languages.
With the support of La Fédération des francophones de Terre-Neuve et du Labrador and made possible through financial support from the City of St. John's, the Department of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour and the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency.
Let us know if there's anything else you would like to see
added/edited - our site is currently undergoing some updates - so here's your chance to add your ideas!
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Partners: News and Updates |
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Skills Canada Newfoundland & Labrador Introduction:
SCNL is a non-profit organization that encourages people to explore the growing opportunities in skilled trades and technology careers by offering an immersive approach to learning.
We run various programs that help individuals discover and develop the skills that will help them pursue successful careers in NL.
Skills Canada NL has hired a new employee on the West Coast of Newfoundland! His name is Jeff Young and his role is take all of our programming and competitions and deliver them virtually and in-person to folks on the West Coast of the island!
We would love for you to check out our website for more information on SCNL: https://skillscanadanl.ca/
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SCNL has launched its quarterly newsletter!
If you’d like to subscribe to our newsletter and get information on our programming, competitions, upcoming events and contact information for our Program Coordinators, we encourage you to subscribe so you don’t miss out!
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Essential Skills with ABC Life Literacy Canada
Hi Everyone
As the year winds down, we're taking some time at ABC to reflect on how people across the country have been able to support each other throughout the year.
One thing is clear: None of it would have been possible without community, family, friends, and volunteers.
To that end, please join us in celebrating these connections through our December virtual events.
1. National community webinar on best practices for working with volunteers remotely
When: December 3, 2:30pm-3:30pm, NST
What: Join ABC for a conversation with community leaders from across Canada to discuss best practices when working with volunteers remotely. Moderated by Gloria Boly, Community
Coordinator at ABC Life Literacy, this webinar will feature three panelists:
Dianne Boston-Nyp: Community Engagement Director, Volunteer Action Centre Kitchener Region, Ontario
Tom Dawe: Executive Director, Teachers on Wheels, Newfoundland and Labrador
Daniel Marrello: Co-Founder, TechServeTo, Ontario
You'll learn about
- How organizations are connecting with volunteers to accomplish their great work.
- How they've adapted to the changes and new measures that have been introduced over the last months
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To sign up: Go here.
2. National moderated discussion on best practices for growing family literacy in your community
When: December 8, 1:30pm-2:30pm, NST
What: Join ABC for a conversation with family literacy experts from across Canada to discuss best practices for growing family literacy in your community.
Moderated by Ellie Tamura, Community Coordinator at ABC Life Literacy, this virtual event will feature two panelists:
Andrea Wesson from Vaughan Public Libraries,
Vaughan, Ontario
Kim Chung from the Centre for Family Literacy,
Edmonton, Alberta
You'll learn about
- Best practices for bringing family literacy to your community
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How Family Literacy Day can bring your community together
Bonuses!
- Two lucky attendees will win $100 Indigo gift cards for their organization
- The first 15 people to register and attend the event will win 50 custom Family Literacy First workbooks for their organization.
- In addition, for host organizations that receive the custom Family Literacy First workbooks, if they host workshops and return the completed evaluations, they'll receive an honorarium of $100
*Please note that this discussion will be recorded. You are welcome to keep your cameras off during this recording.*
Sign up here to join for our national community webinar best practices for working with volunteers on December 3, 2:30pm NDT! We are proud to be moderating a conversation with community leaders across Canada on this essential topic.
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CREATIVE OPPORTUNITY for DIVERSE STORIES with TODOS & ARTISTIC FRAUD |
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Association for New Canadians
New radio program/podcast
Global Frequencies airs Wednesdays at 7 p.m. on CHMR and is available as a podcast. It features stories of newcomers and special guests, focusing on immigration, multiculturalism, and economic and cultural diversification.
The program is a project of the Association for New Canadians and CHMR-FM, with funding from the Community Radio Fund of Canada.
New Counseling Program
The Association for New Canadians is developing ANConnect, a pan-provincial program that will offer free, low barrier single session virtual counseling to any adult newcomer, regardless of their immigration status. ANConnect Project Development Lead Ken Reid is seeking input from community partners on their experiences working with newcomers to inform development of the project.
Ken can be reached at kreid@ancnl.ca
Donations NEEDED
The Association for New Canadians has an ongoing need for personal care items such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, tampons, pads, shower gel, shampoo, razors etc. ANC clients also need baby items including diapers, Penaten cream, wipes, and shampoo.
If you are able to help, please e-mail information@ancnl.ca or phone Antwone at 722-9680
Credential recognition
A program accessible through the Association for New Canadians is designed to address the financial barriers newcomers encounter getting their workplace credentials recognized. The Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund is a community-based micro-loan program that assists internationally trained immigrants in Atlantic Canada overcome those financial barriers so they can practice and/or enter the workforce in their field or a related field. For information on the AICLF, contact AXIS, the ANC’s employment and careers division, at 709-579-1780 or axis@nfld.net
Anti-Racism Training
Hundreds of people signed up for the ANC’s anti-racism training in scheduled online sessions in June. This same training is available for your organization’s employees or members – and best of all, there is no charge to you! Email: diversity@ancnl.ca to book a session or to inquire about the various training options.
Supports for Atlantic Immigration Pilot
The ANC continues to offer Atlantic Immigration Pilot program supports at no charge to both employers and employees. Employers interested in learning more about the AIP program can contact Zack Noel, the ANC’s AIP Officer, at 709-552-2262 or znoel@ancnl.ca. Endorsed employees who are permanent residents can contact Sonia Krajewska at skrajewska@ancnl.ca
CELPIP and CAEL testing
CELPIP and CAEL testing have resumed at the ANC’s ESL Training Centre. To register, go to www.celpip.ca or www.cael.ca.
Free Evening English classes
The Association for New Canadians offers FREE evening English conversation classes to all newcomers. This is the perfect opportunity to practice English by speaking with others.
For more information, e-mail: linc@ancnl.ca or phone 726-6848.
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Black Voices is a group for Black members of the newcomer community. There is room for a few new members on the steering committee. Our hope is to reflect the many faces and voices of Black newcomers. The next meeting is December 16; this has been tentatively scheduled for the ANC office, 144 Military Road but may transition to virtual delivery.
If you know of someone who may want to participate please contact the Black Voices Facilitator Barb Walsh at bwalsh@ancnl.ca
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techKNOWtutors offers free digital literacy training for the community!
techKNOWtutors are looking for dedicated volunteers who will work with learners on a one-on-one basis during our drop-in hours, helping them better understand how to use the internet to improve their day-to-day lives.
Questions such as:
“How do I use a search engine?”
“How do I copy and paste?”
“How does Google Docs work?”
“How do I change my Facebook Privacy Settings?”
For more information and to apply, click here! Connect with us at techknowtutors@cscnl.ca
Please note that all sessions are ESL Learner Friendly!
Get registered for out classes on our website!
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The Francophone Economic Development Network (RDÉE TNL) has responded to the recent global transition to virtual platforms and COVID-19 restrictions by successfully hosting Virtual Job Fairs via videoconferencing. This format allows several job candidates to interact with employers in private discussions about their business and job openings. We partner with organizations such as AXIS Career Services, Connector NL, and the St. John’s Board of Trade to successfully meet the hiring needs of employers by connecting them to qualified candidates with corresponding profiles.
Eligible job candidates who attend:
- Are legally entitled to work in Canada
- Are looking for work in Newfoundland and Labrador
- Meet the hiring requirements of the employer
for more information. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Start your basic Spanish classes, advance your communication skills and practice your Spanish with a native speaker.
In December we offer Spanish classes, one on one.
We adjust to your schedule.
For more information contact:
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YWCA is Seeking 2SLGBTQIA+ Newcomers for Project Advisory Committee
YWCA St. John’s is currently seeking two-spirit, lesbian, bisexual, gay, trans, asexual, intersex, and/or queer (2SLGBTQIA+) newcomers to participate in our Project Advisory Committee regarding a new project “Fostering Collaboration of Services for 2SLGBTQIA+ Newcomers in Newfoundland and Labrador”. Members will assist in program development, identify barriers and gaps in service, and share their experiences to inform and guide the project. Members will receive an honorarium (payment) for participating, and various support services can be provided if needed (i.e. transportation, access to technology, translation, etc.).
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St. John's Food assessment: Food First NL
has announced two aspects of the St. John's Food Assessment
to support community engagement.
Through Eat the City! individuals or organizations can explore an element or need within their community, by hosting an event or sharing their food story. Whether a meeting, workshop, or a creative expression, the aim is to share a personal look at how food is made, distributed, celebrated, and disposed of in St. John’s.
Due to COVID-19, engagement and community meetings have shifted to online and small groups series. Support for small equipment, materials, and a honorarium for participation is available; there is a short application form on the webpage: https://www.foodstjohns.ca/eat
“A food assessment captures the complexity and diversity of our food system,” says Sarah Crocker, Program Coordinator and Food Assessment lead, “By working together and using our strengths this process helps us take on complex issues and develop a plan to help everyone take action on food”
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Events for St. John’s Libraries
Go to the A.C. Hunter, Marjorie Mews, and Michael Donovan Facebook pages for more information about the events and how to register!
- Thursday, December 3rd @ 7pm Mummer’s Kitchen Party
NLPL Youtube Channel
- Tuesday, December 15th @ 10am
Library Knit Group A.C. Hunter Library
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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 if you wish to have your organization's work or event included in our newsletter.
We send out a monthly newsletter, so please send your January updates by December 22, 2020!
The St. John’s LIP also has many opportunities for you to get involved. It is comprised of over 60 volunteers who participate through involvement on the Partnership Council or on one of our three working groups: Welcoming + Wellness, Employment + Skilled Labour, and Education + Training - we welcome your passion in one of these areas to help us uplift and empower our newcomer community.
Follow us on Twitter @StJohnsLIP - tweets organized by Communications Dept of The City of St. John's - communications@stjohns.ca
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