CDCD

Newcomer Women's Entrepreneurship Program
2021-11-30 06:00 - 07:00 (America/Toronto) | Virtual – Online
We are happy to announce our new program at CDCD for newcomer women who are looking to start a business in Durham Region. The Newcomer Women’s Entrepreneurship Program is dedicated to empowering and assisting women with connecting them to business professionals, increasing knowledge of the Canadian business environment, and guiding them on the process of launching their new businesses. The program will offer a variety of workshops, networking events, services, and consultations.
The program begins on November 30, 2021 at 11am-12pm. It will be held virtually.
To register, contact vguimaraes@cdcd.org

Virtual Community Garden Session for Newcomers: Aloe Vera
2021-11-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual – Online
Please join us on Tuesday, November 23rd at 3:00pm to learn about the great benefits of Aloe Vera plant.
This will be a virtual event held over Zoom.

Making Connections
2021-11-12 08:00 - 09:30 | Online, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
SWIS Durham invites you to attend our Making Connections Event for Newcomer High School Students. SWIS is excited to be featuring award-winning youth speaker and social entrepreneur Sam Demma as guest speaker at our Making Connections Event. Sam’s mission is to provide students with the hope, tools and strategies they need to become servant leaders in their schools, businesses, teams, and in the lives of those around them.
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/NfgthUmb6c
This is a virtual event.
For more information contact :mdesousa@cdcd.org or nnayab@cdcd.org

Financial Literacy for Newcomers- 4 Part Workshop
2021-11-12 05:00 - 06:30 | Virtual – Online
Join us for a 4 part workshop to learn financial literacy. Making informed decisions and manage your personal finances with confidence.
This is a virtual event.
Workshop Details:
PART 1 – FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 12 – YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH MONEY/INCOME AND TAXES @ 10 A.M – 11:30 A.
PART 2 – FRIDAY NOVEMBER 19 – BUDGETING/BANKS/SAVINGS @ 10:00 A.M – 11:30 A.M
PART 3 – FRIDAY NOVEMBER 26 – CREDIT BASICS/CREDIT REPORTING @ 10:00 A.M – 11:30 A.M
PART 4 – FRIDAY DECEMBER 3 – DEBT/BUYING @ 10:00 A.M – 11:30 A.M
For more details, contact nravin@cdcd.org

Food and Nutrition Virtual Workshop Series
2021-11-08 19:00
Join us on a for a series of special workshops on healthy eating and food preparation, facilitated by Humber College Nursing Students.
Tuesday, November 9 at 11:00 AM- Food Safety and Preparation
Tuesday, November 16 at 11:00 AM- Reading Food Nutrition Labels
Register Today!

Living Wage Week!
2021-11-01 04:00 - 2021-11-05 13:00
Join us November 1-5 as we celebrate living wage week!
We’ll be featuring Durham’s living wage employers and answering some questions about living wage. Follow our social media platforms to stay tuned in. 🙂

SWIS Youth Chat - Halloween Safety Tips
2021-10-29 13:30 - 15:00 | Online, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Newcomer high school students are invited to join Settlement Workers in Schools for a Youth Chat about Halloween Safety Tips. Participants are encouraged to participate wearing their costumes. We will share our costumes with the group (for those who are comfortable), provide information about Halloween including: What is Halloween and safety tips, and there will be Halloween games and stories.
Parent/Guardian Permission is required.
Registration and Parent/Guardian Permission Form: https://forms.office.com/r/DZpgZy3CA9

Newcomer Virtual Community Garden
2021-10-19 11:30 - 12:30 | Virtual – Online
Learn how to plant flowers, vegetables, and herbs. Make friends in your community who share a love of gardening. And the best part…enjoy the harvest!

Orange Shirt Day
2021-09-28 14:00 - 16:00
CDCD and Community Connections Program invite you to join our Orange Shirt Day Virtual Information Session for Newcomers.
DATE: Tuesday, September 28, 2021
TIME: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Join us to learn about the meaning of Orange Shirt Day in recognition of Residential School Survivors.
Special Guests:
Mary Kelly, Residential School Survivor
Troy White, Indigenous Community Facilitator

Newcomer Orientation Week (NOW)
2021-09-23 09:00 - 11:00 | Online, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
This is a 2 day event for Newcomer High School students to learn about school in Canada and make new friends.

Welcome Centre- Book Club
2021-09-15 14:30 - 16:30
An event aimed at promoting literacy and discussion group where members pick a book to analyze and discuss and exchange ideas. Meetings will be held every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 6:30pm – 8:00pm.
Refreshments will be served.

Self Love Workshop
2021-09-15 14:00 - 16:00, 2021-07-21 14:00 - 16:00 | Online, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Community Connections
Ladies’ Social for Newcomers
Join us for a 3-part Self Love & Mindfulness Workshop
Enjoy conversations about self care and mindfulness.
Focus on your happiness and well being.
To register contact Alana 905-686-2661 ext. 121 or aandrews@cdcd.org

Newcomer Orientation Week
2021-09-09 09:00 - 11:00 | Online, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Join us for a 2 day event for newcomer high-school students.

Canadian Citizen, Rights and Responsibilities
2021-08-27 09:30 - 10:30
Are you Canadian Citizen or thinking about becoming one? With Citizenship comes Rights and Responsibilities. Register for our informative session.

Newcomer Orientation Week (NOW)
2021-08-25 09:00 - 11:00 | Online, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Get ready for school!
Newcomer Orientation Week (NOW) is a program designed to assist newly arrived high school students to become familiar with the Ontario school system. Have your questions answered about high school and make new friends.
This will be a Virtual Event hosted on the SWIS Zoom platform.
The Zoom virtual platform allows participants to video conference using compatible devices such as a laptop (with a webcam), a tablet or a smartphone. Participants can also call into the session and participate audio-only. We will be allowing participants to share their images (if they want) by turning their video devices on.

Welcome and Information for Newcomers (WIN)
2021-08-23 06:00 - 07:30 | Online, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Give your child a great start at school!
Welcome and Information for Newcomers (WIN) is an orientation program for elementary school students and their families. Have your questions answered and learn about school in Ontario.

This will be a Virtual Event hosted on the SWIS Zoom platform.

The Zoom virtual platform allows participants to video conference using compatible devices such as a laptop (with a webcam), a tablet or a smartphone. Participants can also call into the session and participate audio-only. We will be allowing participants to share their images (if they want) by turning their video devices on.

United Way of Durham Operation BackPack
2021-08-12 20:00
In the fight against poverty and to ease its impacts, early childhood education preparedness is critical.
By providing school supplies for at-risk children, we provide the tools needed to start the year on the right foot.
The registration deadline is August 13, 2021.
To register please call: 1-877-761-1155 or email awc@welcomecentre.ca

Newcomer Professional Connections: How to be Hired
2021-07-28 14:00 - 15:30 | Online, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Meet HR Professionals who will share tips on job searching in Canada. Gain useful tips and expand your professional network.

Teas To Help With Health Issues
2021-07-21 11:00 - 12:30 | Online, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Senior community members are invited to learn the different health benefits of herbal teas
To register, contact Tasnuba
905-686-2661 Ext. 102
trahman@cdcd.org

Virtual Newcomer Kitchen: Cooking with Kids
2021-07-20 07:00 - 13:00 | Online, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Learn fun, healthy recipes that your kids can enjoy with you! All ingredients will be provided.

Virtual Newcomer Seniors’ Group
2021-07-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Online, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Senior community members gather with volunteers for slower-paced conversation and activities.

Virtual English Conversation Circle
2021-07-13 18:30 - 19:30 | Online, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Meet with volunteers and other newcomers in Durham Region to practice English and learn about the community.

Newcomer Community Garden
2021-07-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Online, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Learn how to plant flowers, vegetables, and herbs
Make friends in your community who share a love of gardening
And the best part…Enjoy the harvest!

To register, contact Tasnuba
905-686-2661 Ext. 102
trahman@cdcd.org

Virtual Garden Workshop
2021-07-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Online, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Learn about Canada’s native plants and how to take care of your own garden.
Share pictures or videos of your own garden with others.

2020 AGM Keynote
2021-06-23 14:30 - 16:00
Keynote Speaker: Troy White.
Register here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcrcuuurjMuGNdU3gmHNh9Bn8Cj7KMTJWF6
