Immigrants Working Centre

75 Ways to Save on Household Expenses
2023-05-03 15:00 - 16:30 (America/Toronto) | Online
Learn the importance of financial literacy with this online session! Participants will learn tips on how to budget and save on household expenses including utilities, transportation, and groceries.For more information or client referrals, please contact Taha at communityconnection@iwchamilton.ca

Welcome to Ontario - Information Session
2023-05-03 10:00 - 11:30 | Centennial Site, 160 Centennial Pkwy N #7, Hamilton, Ontario, L8E 1H9, Canada
Newly arrived immigrants can attend in-person sessions at our Centennial Site every first Wednesday of the month. Our Welcome to Ontario sessions provide new Canadians with beneficial information and resources to support them in their settlement journey. For more information or client referrals, please contact, admineast@iwchamilton.ca or call 905-529-5209 x 3221

Citizenship Preparation Classes
2023-05-01 17:00 - 2023-05-05 18:30 | Online
Join us for five online sessions to prepare for the Canadian Citizenship Test! In this interactive series of sessions, participants will learn about the test, study the Discover Canada guide, and complete practice questions. For more information or client referrals, please contact Taha at communityconnection@iwchamilton.ca

Skilled Trade and Tech - RISE Series
2023-04-26 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-04-19 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-04-12 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-04-05 10:00 - 23:00
Newcomers can explore careers in skilled trades and tech. Weekly interactive workshops will provide information on how to build a resume and cover letter, how to craft an elevator pitch, how to succeed in interviews and much more! The workshops will also highlight newcomers who have successfully entered the skilled trades in Canada. Please visit https://forms.gle/DyhBZ2oaWC2cfnGp7 to register. For more information please visit: https://www.skillsontario.com/dei

Weave with Words – Doormat Making Workshop with Centre[3]
2023-04-25 10:30 - 12:00, 2023-04-18 10:30 - 12:00, 2023-04-11 10:30 - 12:00, 2023-04-04 10:30 - 12:00, 2023-03-28 10:30 - 12:00 | 29 Harriet St., 29 Harriet St., Hamilton, Ontario, L8R 2E5, Canada
In this series of weekly workshops, newcomers can practice English and make new friends while learning how to weave a doormat. In partnership with Centre[3]. Bus tickets will be provided! For more information or to register, please contact admineast@iwchamilton.ca or call 905-529-5209 x 3221

McMaster EcoCAR - STEM Seminar
2023-04-24 13:00 - 15:00 | 200 Longwood Rd. S, MARC Building Room 107, 200 Longwood Rd. S, MARC Building - Room 107, Hamilton, Ontario, Ontario, Canada
Explore career pathways in STEM in this upcoming seminar presented by McMaster EcoCAR! In this informative session, newcomers will receive an introductory lesson on the STEM field, get an overview of potential careers, discover educational pathways and more! For more information or to register, please click here.

Introduction to Police Services
2023-04-19 13:00 - 15:00 | Online
Join our Settlement team this Wednesday to learn about the role of police services in the community! In this virtual session presented by Hamilton Police Services, clients will hear from a Hamilton Police Constable, learn how to access their services and more. For more information or to register, please contact adminsettlement@iwchamilton.ca or call 905-529-5209 x 2221

Understanding the Role of Children's Aid in Canada - Information Session
2023-04-14 10:30 - 12:00 | Rebecca Site, 182 Rebecca St, Hamilton, ON, Hamilton, Ontario, L8R 1C1
Join our CNC Team and the Children’s Aid Society to learn about the role of Children’s Aid in Canada. This in-person session will feature a guest speaker from Children’s Aid who will provide information on the organization and answer questions. For more information or client referrals, please contact Hoshneara at 905-529-5209 x 2243 or Maria at 905-529-5209 x 1231

Potty Training for Infants and Toddlers - Information Session
2023-04-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Fennell Site, 1119 Fennell Ave. E #234, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
In this information session presented by our CNC Team, mothers will learn potty training basics for boys and girls, discover the secrets to effective toilet training and find solutions to address common problems. Bus tickets and refreshments will be provided! For more information or client referrals, please contact Silva at 905-975-1811

The Truth About Credit - Financial Literacy Sessions
2023-04-12 13:00 - 14:30 | Online
Gain a better understanding of money with our Financial Literacy sessions! Learn about the myths surrounding credit, understand the facts about credit reports, credit ratings, and credit scores PLUS uncover strategies on how to protect and repair your credit with these comprehensive sessions presented by the Credit Counselling Society! For more information or to register, please contact Taha at communityconnection@iwchamilton.ca or call 905-529-5209 x 1252

G1 Preparation Classes in Dari
2023-03-30 15:15 - 17:00, 2023-03-29 15:15 - 17:00 | Online
Dari speakers can learn the rules of the road and understand traffic signs with our G1 Preparation Classes in Dari! These interactive sessions will help prepare clients to take their G1 test in a group setting. For more information or to register, please contact admineast@iwchamilton.ca or call 905-529-5209 x 3221

Introduction to Hamilton Police Services
2023-03-30 13:00 - 15:00 | Online
Join our Settlement team to learn how to access police services in Hamilton with guest speakers from Hamilton Police! For more information and to register, please contact adminsettlement@iwchamilton.ca or call 905-529-5209 x 2221.

Healthy Babies, Healthy Children Program
2023-03-28 13:00 - 15:00 | Online
Do you have preschool children? Are you expecting a baby? Our upcoming information & orientation session will feature knowledgeable guest speakers from Public Health and our CNC Team as they answer your questions about the Healthy Babies, Healthy Children program. For more information or client referrals, please contact admineast@iwchamilton.ca or call 905-529-5209 x 3221

YWeConnect Program in Partnership with YWCA
2023-03-27 12:30 - 14:00, 2023-03-20 12:30 - 14:00, 2023-03-13 12:30 - 14:00 | Centennial Site, 160 Centennial Pkwy N #7, Hamilton, Ontario, L8E 1H9, Canada
Newcomers can connect with others in the community while learning tips for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Explore a number of topics related to health and wellness such as movement, mental health, nutrition, self-care and more! Sessions will be led by a YWCA Health and Wellness Supervisor. For more information or to register, please contact admineast@iwchamilton.ca or call 905-529-5209 x 3221

G1 Classes for Spanish Speakers
2023-03-23 15:30 - 17:30 | Online
Spanish speakers can learn the rules of the road and understand traffic signs with our G1 Classes in Spanish! These interactive classes help clients prepare to take their G1 test in a group setting. For more information or to register, please contact Wasan at communityconnection@iwchamilton.ca

G1 Classes for Spanish Speakers
2023-03-23 15:30 - 17:30 | Online
Spanish-speaking clients can learn the rules of the road and understand traffic signs with our G1 Classes in Spanish! These interactive classes help clients prepare to take their G1 test in a group setting. For more information or to register, please contact Wasan at communityconnection@iwchamilton.ca

Fraud and Scam Prevention – Information Session
2023-03-23 13:00 - 15:00 | Online
March is Fraud Prevention Month. This upcoming information session will feature a guest speaker from Hamilton Police as they provide helpful advice on how to identify and avoid common scams, how to protect your identity and more. For more information or to register, please contact Kelly at adminsettlement@iwchamilton.ca or call 905-529-5209 x 2221

Weave with Words – Doormat Making Workshop with Centre[3]
2023-03-21 10:30 - 12:30 | 29 Harriet St., 29 Harriet St., Hamilton, Ontario, L8R 2E5, Canada
In this series of free sessions, clients can learn the art of weaving all while practicing their English skills and meeting newcomers in the community. In partnership with Centre[3], participants will learn how to weave a doormat for their home. Now accepting new participants! For more information or to register, please contact Wasan at communityconnection@iwchamilton.ca

March Break
2023-03-14 09:00 - 2023-03-18 17:00
Please note that our LINC and CNC programs will be closed for March Break. Classes and programs will resume on Monday, March 20th. IWC’s Settlement, Employment and Community Connection programs will run as usual.

Active Learning Sessions
2023-03-11 10:00 - 2023-03-15 11:30 | Fennell Site, 1119 Fennell Ave. E #234, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Would you like to practice and improve your English conversation skills while making new friends? Our Active Learning sessions can help you do that! Join us our volunteers facilitate conversational sessions that aim to enhance English communication skills and provide insight into the city of Hamilton’s arts, culture, and entertainment.
Learn, relax, and connect!
For more information or to register, please contact communityconnection@iwchamilton.ca
