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Hajni Hös: United Way Leader of Change...

The countdown to the 70th anniversary of United Way in Peterborough includes a celebration of 70 people who have impacted our community through United Way. Our Executive Director, Hajni Hös has been named as a Leader of Change —and we couldn’t agree more! Running one of the fastest growing organizations in town is no ordinary job. She is doing a great job at carrying the...

Requesting knowledge of Chinese Culture...

A community member who is going to work in China in May is interested in learning more about Chinese culture and customs before he leaves. Do you have some time to share your knowledge and enthusiasm about your country? Please contact Ralph@nccpeterborough.ca or (705) 743-0882 and he will arrange a meeting at the New Canadians...

Starting Feb 2: Women Survivor’s Group...

What: Are you a Survivor of childhood sexual abuse looking for support & guidance through your healing journey? Know you are not alone by joining other women in this confidential 8 week group. Where: 411 Water St, Suite 102 When: Starts Thursday, February 2, from 6:30pm to 8:30pm How: Register with the Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre at...

Feb & March: First Aid/CPR Courses ...

This course provides a certificate in Standard First Aid & a Heartsaver CPR certificate. 13 hours of instructional time (2 days); includes wonderful 300-page First Aid/CPR book. This course is required by the WSIB if your place of work employs more than 5 employees per shift. Please click here for...

Mar 20 & Apr 10: Income Tax Clinic...

It’s tax season again!  Do you need help with your taxes?  Don’t be shy – come to one of our tax workshops.  Forest Li is once again volunteering his time to answer questions about your tax return.  If this is your first time to file your tax return in Canada, Forest will help you complete your taxes at no cost: February 28: Tuesday, 4:00pm — 6:00pm March...

Starting Feb 28: Canadian Citizenship Co...

What: Learn more about Canada and Canadian culture! This course will be geared towards people studying for Canadian citizenship based on the new guide, but is also open to those interested in learning more about their new country and culture. Students should be of intermediate- or advanced-level English. When: Tuesdays from 1:30-3:30pm, February 28 to March 27 at NCC...

Feb 24: Introduction to Simply Accountin...

When: Friday, February 24, 1-3pm Description: This training is for accountants, bookkeepers, and those from a financial or administrative background that would like to be introduced to the Simply Accounting program in a very safe environment where questions are welcome.  This is not an extensive training, but a very simple introduction to a complex program which is the industry...

Starting Feb 13: **NEW** Advanced Englis...

What: Advanced ESL including conversation, reading, and writing based on students’ needs and interests When: 1-4pm, Starting February 13th to March 26th Instructor: Susan Lawrence Location: NCC Boardroom How: Registration needed, 10 spots available. First come first served. Contact Arbera@nccpeterborough.ca or (705) 743-0882 to...

Feb 16: Have Your CAKE and READ Too!...

What: Taste the diversity in our community. Sample the cakes from the New Canadians Centre’s 2012 calendar while local author Brenda L. Baker treats us to samples from her recent novel Sisters of the Sari Where: Peterborough Public Library Auditorium (345 Aymler St) When: Thursday, February 16th, 7:00pm-8:30pm Cost: FREE! If you like what you taste, NCC recipe calendars will be...

February 18 – FREE Supper and Square D...

Who: Everyone in your family, hosted by Norwood Presbyterian Church Transportation: Free bus leaves New Canadians Centre at 4:45pm, returning to NCC at 9:30pm What: Dinner followed by Square Dancing with music by the Donegal Fiddlers How: To reserve your place, please register with Arbera@nccpeterborough.ca or (705)743-0882 More info: Please contact Anne@nccpeterborough.ca or (705)...

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