Community Programs
Updated Information Regarding COVID-19 Support Programs
There has been a lot of information shared recently, regarding programs to support those affected by COVID-19. In an effort to support those who are helping newcomers navigate what can be an overwhelming amount of information, the RRLIP is sharing the following updated information...
Be Fraud Aware
If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.Be fraud aware. If an opportunity, or offer, sounds too good to be true, trust your instincts and find ways to research or check the validity of what is being said or the quality of what you are being sold. Fraud occurs when a con artist...
International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
#MarchOutRacism March 21 Background•March 21 is designated by the United Nations (UN) as the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.•It’s a day observed all around the world to focus attention on the problems of racism and the need to promote racial harmony.•The UN...
Employment Standards for Newcomers Webinar - March 18th
On March 18th, the Employment Standards for Newcomers Webinar will provide an overview of the basic rules of employment under Part II of The Saskatchewan Employment Act: Employment Standards. These questions will be answered:•What are Employment Standards?•What is the least I can be paid?•What is...
Attention Service Providers - Work Experience Pilot for Internationally Trained Newcomer Professionals
Background ICT has obtained funding through Employment and Social Development Canada’s (ESDC) Foreign Credential Recognition Program (FCRP) to assist 60 internationally trained professionals (ITPs) in select occupations to obtain 3 months of Canadian work experience. Many...
Youth Toastmasters Program Beginning April 2nd
Regina Open Door's Toastmasters Youth Leadership Program is set to begin April 2nd, 2020. This is a great opportunity for newcomer youth to gain knowledge and skills in public speaking, speech writing and leadership. The program will run every Thursday from 5pm to 7pm at the Regina Open...
Employment Workshops for Newcomers in March
Employment Services at Regina Open Door Society is running 21 employment-related workshops throughout the month of March! The March workshops include the following topics: resume development, advanced interview skills, Personal Care Worker certification cover letter writing...
Canadian Revenue Agency Warns About Scamming
The Canadian Revenue Agency (CRA) has shared information to help people identify when they are speaking with real representatives. This is particularly important as Canadians are filing their taxes this time of year and it is common to be in touch with CRA. Scammers pretending to be...
Financial Information Fair for Newcomers - Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020
The Regina Open Door Society is hosting a Financial Information Fair for Newcomers Five local banks will host information booths and present on various financial topics. This is an opportunity to learn about: Internet and mobile banking Credit cards and credit score Budgeting and...
Early Years Family Centres Cultural Programs
Regina's three Early Years Family Centres provide many programs and services for children newborn to age six and their parents/caregivers. Below we're highlighting 3 programs that focus on culture and may be interesting to newcomer families: Arabic Story Circle is a program that...
