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Basic Instruction Classes in Nordic Needlework! Provided by the Scandinavian Club of Regina
Hardanger Embroidery is a traditional Norwegian needlework craft. It is thought to have originated in the Middle East and then spread to Europe and has recently gained in popularity in North America as a beautiful traditional art. The organizers of the classes would like to encourage...
What Canadians Need to Know About the Coronavirus
On January 25, 2020, the first case of the coronavirus was seen in Canada. It occurred in a person who had been in Wuhan, China 14 days before becoming sick. Risk to Canadians:The Public Health Agency of Canada currently states that the public health risk for Coronavirus is low for Canada and...
Income Tax Session for Newcomers - Thursday, February 6th
Learn more about the Canadian tax system, how it works, why you need to file a tax return, how to report foreign income and assets, what tax credits and benefits you may be eligible for, and more. Date: Thursday, February 6th Time: 7:00pm Location: Regina Public Library -...
Canadian Employers Must Approve Time Off to Attend a Citizenship Ceremony
Attend the Employment Standards Webinar on Feb 5th, 2020 to learn more about Canadian rules for taking time off work for medical or service reasons. This webinar discusses absence due to illness or injury, organ donation, compassionate care, critically ill child care, nomination/election...
Today is Bell Let's Talk Day!
On Bell Let's Talk Day, you can help raise money for Canadian mental health initiatives, without spending any of your own money. Bell Canada will donate 5 cents to Canadian mental health initiatives every time you: Use the Bell Let’s Talk Facebook frame or Snapchat filter Tweet...
University of Regina Spring Job Fair - Monday, February 3rd
Find a great job opportunity at the University of Regina Spring Job Fair! Over 100 employers will be present at the UR Job Fair and will be looking for workers to fill full-time, part-time, summer and co-operative work terms. Date: Monday, February 3rd Time: 10:00am - 3:00pm ...
Canada's Record Population Growth in 2019 Largely Due to Immigration
An article recently posted in the CIC News highlights the fact that Canadian population growth in the third quarter of 2019 set new records and "was driven mainly by immigrants and non-permanent residents such as temporary workers". According to the article, "an estimated 103,751...
Introducing a Loan Program that Helps Saskatchewan Newcomers Gain Employment
One of the challenges skilled immigrants face in having their credentials recognized in Canada is the high cost of relicensing or training. Due to a lack of Canadian credit history and score, many newcomers are unable to obtain loans and, unless they draw from their savings, cannot afford...
Webinar: How Volunteering Can Enhance Your Job Search - Jan. 30th
Getting a job can be challenging and and with many people applying for the same position, it can be difficult to stand out. Volunteering is a great way to gain important experience, build transferable skills, network and build relationships with people who will give you a work...
Immigrant and Refugee Mental Health - Live Session
Do you have questions regarding your work and the mental health of newcomers? Join this live, one-hour online session with one of the Immigrant and Refugee Mental Health Project's experts, Bonnie Wong. Bonnie is the Executive Director of an ethno-cultural mental health service agency in...
