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Jun 14, 2023 Steps after you arrive in Canada: advice from my personal experience 

I came to Canada 10 years ago as an immigrant from Pakistan. I know first-hand the kind of struggles and challenges newcomers face such as learning the local language, and how to adapt to all the little things that are so different in Canada, such as writing a Canadian styled resume! If you are a newcomer looking for some tips, I will give you some from my personal experience.

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May 17, 2023 Get Your Credentials Assessed

Imagine you’ve researched and practiced all week for an interview for a job in your field and you felt your interview went very well! However, you discover that the other candidate got the job. Why? Because your educational credentials had not been assessed. The employer thereby, did not know if your educational background matched the requirements of the company. I’ve heard of this happening over the years from so many newcomers and it’s very unfortunate. My goal is to see all clients succeed and not miss out on any opportunities, so get your credentials assessed!

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Jun 03, 2022 The Most Important First Steps for New Immigrants to Canada? 

For newcomers to Canada the first few days often go by with a flurry of emotions; confusion, excitement, fear, relief, worry, happiness, sadness. Jet lag wears off in a day or so, and before you know it you might be ready to start exploring your options, learning about your new environment and figuring out what are the next steps you should be taking to start building your new life in Canada. Settling in and beginning a new life in a new country is never an easy task, but having a plan or a to do list is always helpful to achieving your goals and this is no different.

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Jan 31, 2022 A Newcomer's Journey to Calling Canada Home

Newcomers arrive in Canada every day. Canada aims to welcome 421,000 new permanent residents in 2023. Some are fleeing for their lives, some are re-uniting with their families, some come temporarily to work and some immigrate for business. No matter where they are from or how and why they came to Canada, newcomers all share a somewhat universal immigrant experience.  

Here’s a story about Katarzyna and her family's journey to calling Canada home. 

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Oct 27, 2020 Register Today for our Virtual Open House! - Nov 10
Join us November 10 to learn more about the free programs & services Centre for Skills offers to help you on the path to career success! Register today: https://centreforskills.ca/Workshops-and-Events/Centre-for-Skills-Open-House
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Sep 17, 2020 Four Milton organizations receive $79,416 in funding through the New Horizons for Seniors Program to support local programs - Including Centre for Skills Development
Far too many seniors face isolation in their retirement years, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Government of Canada is committed to empowering seniors by supporting new opportunities for older Canadians to stay informed, engaged and connected.  Centre for Skills Development is elated to announce that we have received a grant for 'Better Together,' funded by the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program. 
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Sep 03, 2020 'Better Together' Program Announcement - Making a Difference in the Lives of Seniors
Centre for Skills Development is elated to announce that we have received a grant for 'Better Together,' funded by the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program. The 'Better Together' program will be run by our EIS team and will provide online group activities designed to prevent the social isolation of seniors in a time of recommended physical distancing. 
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Sep 02, 2020 Register Today for our Online Citizenship Preparation Class! Classes begin September 11.
Register today for our Online Citizenship Preparation Class! Classes begin September 11. 
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May 15, 2020 Teaching During a Pandemic
Kate Maven has been teaching English to immigrants for over 30 years, but never in the way she is doing now. Thriving on face-to-face interaction and the connections she builds with her students, she has had to make a big adjustment with her teaching methods in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, teaching her Advanced and Basic English classes entirely online. 
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Dec 04, 2019 Workplace English - Now in Two Locations!

Our Workplace English classes are now in two locations! Click here to find out more. 

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Dec 04, 2019 Art Workshop for Newcomers

The Art Workshop for Newcomers on Friday at our Burlington site was a huge success! In partnership with Art Gallery of Burlington, this free workshop taught basic techniques for painting in watercolour. Clients were encouraged to share their settlement story through art form and connect with others in their new community.

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Nov 01, 2019 Art Workshop for Newcomers - November 29

Share your settlement story through art on November 29! Register today by emailing alice.maroti@centreforskills.ca 

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Aug 12, 2019 Workplace English Program - Learn the Skills Needed for Your Career In Canada
Rasha Abou Chakra is the first point of contact in her workplace. When clients walk in the door, her duty is to present the company's services in a positive way and suggest solutions to their challenges. It's hard to believe that only three years ago Rasha could barely speak English. Read about Rasha's journey through our Immigration programs!
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Jun 19, 2019 What Does a Commissioner of Oaths Do?
Interested in learning the English language this summer? Join our Summer ESL classes!
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Jun 10, 2019 What Does a Commissioner of Oaths Do?
You may have heard that you need a Commissioner of Oaths in order to sign official documents. But what exactly does a Commissioner of Oaths do, and what kind of documents do they sign? Click here to find out!
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Apr 03, 2019 Former ELT Student Meets Renowned Canadian Interior Designer Brian Gluckstein
On Wednesday, March 27, former Enhanced Language Training (ELT) student, Ghina Saflo, was warmly welcomed into the Toronto studio of renowned Canadian interior designer and entrepreneur, Brian Gluckstein, for an informational interview.
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Feb 20, 2019 Halton Region Newcomer Day - March 8 in Oakville

Join us in celebrating and welcoming newcomers to Halton Region!

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Jan 22, 2019 New to Canada and Need Help?
New to Canada and Need Help? Click this article to find out when our Commissioner of Oaths staff are available at Tansley Woods and New Appleby Branch Library. 
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Jan 09, 2019 Attend Free Express Entry & Citizen Updates Presentation
Join us on January 29 to hear keynote speaker Robert Young disucss updates and news regarding Canadian Immigration.
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Dec 18, 2018 Register for our Enhanced Language Training Program - Deadline to Register is January 18, 2019
Still spots available for our Enhanced Language Training Program, registration open to students until January 18, 2019. 
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Dec 03, 2018 Newcomer Story - Passion for Dance, Passion for Canada
It was while dancing Albina discovered her love for Canada. Check out Albina's story and learn how she continues to share her story with Centre for Skills ELT students and tell them hard work can lead to reaching your goals. 
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Jun 06, 2018 Centre Staff and Client Honoured By Newcomer Recognition Awards!

Last night's Newcomer Recognition Awards proved to be a very exciting evening for The Centre, as three of our staff and one client were honoured by The Halton Newcomer Strategy.

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Mar 23, 2018 Newcomers to Start New Chapter

On March 23, we celebrated the graduation ceremony for our first Home Renovation for Newcomers class. 

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