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We are currently working on transferring our programs and services to different means of remote access, including online meetings, over the phone, and through email. The calendar events will be updated accordingly as we move forward. For more information, Click Here or contact us at 306-653-4464 or skopendoor@sods.sk.ca
CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
We hold Conversation Circles at different times and places around Saskatoon to provide newcomers with a chance to practise their growing language skills. Sessions are free and informal, and no registration is required.
Circles are canceled for statutory holidays.
For more information, contact Karyna at 306-653-4464 ext.389, or communityconnections@sods.sk.ca
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Saskatoon Open Door Society welcomes you to join online
Conversation Circles while we are staying in self-isolation and all of
our regular circles are postponed.
Please send us an email to get a link for Circle registration
and schedule information.
For more information, contact Karyna at communityconnections@sods.sk.ca
CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE We hold Conversation Circles at different times and places around Saskatoon to provide newcomers with a chance to practise their growing language skills. Sessions are free and informal, and no registration is required.
Circles are cancelled for statutory holidays.
Are you planning to start a new business within the next year?
Life & Employment Enhancement Program
Provide cooking instruction and discussion for youth.
Learn to cook online!
Via ZOOM
For more inforamation or to join please contact Sara at youth@sods.sk.ca
Students will develop pronunciation, grammar & vocabulary skills
For Newcomer Immigrants and Refugee Adults.
55 years of age and older.
Keeping in touch: conversation practice, fitness & activities
Via ZOOM-Webinar
To register please contact Juliana at cep@sods.sk.ca
Are you a newcomer studying for your SGI Class 7 Learners’ License written exam? We can help! We offer online training every Tuesday and Thursday from 12:30 pm to 1:30pm.
For more inforamation please contact Mohammad Abushar at cep@sods.sk.ca
Provides training in Canadian workplace culture, focusing on building confidence, communication and effective tools to gain and maintain employment
A social and educational game for youth.
Two groups meet on Tuesdays, one at 1 p.m. and one at 5 p.m.
For more inforamation or to join please contact Dana at youth@sods.sk.ca
Provide education assistance in Math, Physics, English, History and any other science subject.
every Tuesday from 3 p.m - 4 p.m., and Thursday from 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
For more inforamation or to join please contact Sabiha or Riad at youth@sods.sk.ca
Practice English and weekly fun activities
To register please contact Juliana at 306-653-4464 Ext. 358 or cep@sods.sk.ca
Learn the basics of photography, try new techniques, learn how to edit- all with whatever device you have!
every Wednesday 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
For more inforamation or to register please contact Miranda at youth@sods.sk.ca
Provide a social and eduational program to youth.
Join our Book Club every Wednesday 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Via Facebook/ZOOM
For more inforamation or to register please contact Ngai Dim at youth@sods.sk.ca
Join us to learn about present and future employment opportunities, the hiring and screening process, required certifications, volunteer placements, and virtual interviews
For Newcomer Immigrants and Refugees
learn about Indigenous culutres on Canada, Treaties, reconciliation
A series of weekly workshops for youth.
every Thursday from 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
For more inforamation or to register please contact Zach at youth@sods.sk.ca
Join us to learn about Canadian life, activities in Saskatoon, and ways to adapt to a new culture as a family!
Join us to learn about the best interview practices and tips to land a job during social distancing.
weekly information session pertaining to living in times of pandemic
To register please contact Mohammad at cep@sods.sk.ca
Register by emailing your name and phone number to epsd@sods.sk.ca
For Newcomer youth between the ages of 14 and 21
Mondays from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Online via Zoom.
Podcasting is an accessible and adaptable way to tell stories and share them with the world. This program will give youth the tools to share their own stories, research and talk about topics important to them, or interview people on topics of their choosing.
for more information or registration please contact Dana youth@sods.sk.ca
Everyone is welcome to volunteer! The first step in joining our volunteering program is to attend an information session. At the session you will learn about the roles and expectations in our volunteer programs and have an opportunity to ask questions. No need to bring anything.
Click here https://signup.com/login/entry/426996231678562074 to register for a session that fits your schedule.
Please register by emailing your full name, phone number, immigration status, and the name of this webinar to epsd@sods.sk.ca
for Newcomer Volunteer Connections participants
For more information and registration, contact communityconnections@sods.sk.ca
Join us for a virtual webinar from our Employment Services Unit to learn about different styles of job resumes and how to determine the best one to use for your job applications.
Please register by emailing your name and phone number to epsd@sods.sk.ca.
For Elementary school aged youth meet together once a week to connect with each other and play games, make a craft, or do another activity
Newcomer youth between the ages of 8 and 13
Wednesdays, from 12:30 to 1:30 Online via Zoom Staying connected is important. The underlying principles that made School Buddies an important program still apply and using games and other activities to help younger youth get to know each other and learn about each other can be very helpful to them.
A stress-relieving group activity for newcomer men to regain their self-esteem and foster positivity while getting their hands dirty in the mud by planting, watering, weeding and harvesting. Other than the obvious physical and mental health benefits, it embraces socialization and communication skills by providing a platform to not only mingle with other newcomers but also with main stream Canadians. In addition, Men’s Gardening also inculcates the significance of hard work and the benefits of nutritious food and a healthy environment.
Training sessions provided by Cultural Briding and external community resources on various topics
For more information, contact Kira at communityconnections@sods.sk.ca
Curious about what employers might ask you during a job interview, and how you should answer to improve your chances of landing the job? Join us for a free webinar in which we'll go over the most common questions hiring managers answer, and the best ways to answer them. To register for this webinar, please email your name, phone number, and the name of this webinar to epsd@sods.sk.ca
Do you have questions about work schedules, rules for wages, pay periods, days off, or other employment rules? Do you know we have employment laws that employers and employees must follow? The Saskatchewan government has laws in place to ensure fair treatment of workers in all types of workplaces. We will teach you about these, about your specific rights and responsibilities at work, and answer any questions you have! Register by emailing your name and phone number to epsd@sods.sk.ca
Join us for an online webinar with Angie Schreiner to learn about employment opportunities at Loraas Saskatoon.
Wondering if companies are still hiring during Coronavirus? They are! Find out about immediate job openings and what types of companies are hiring now. Learn exactly what steps to take to get a professional career job during coronavirus too.
Contact Michelle Michaluk on mmichaluk@sods.sk.ca or 306-220-7928.
Have a great time, make new friends and learn something new!
We create a safe space where men settling into their new home can make friends, practise English and learn more about life in Canada.
For newcomer men with Permanent Residency.
For more information, please contact Rishad Bismullah at 306-653-4464 ext. 324 or Cell 306-380-9179 or email menprograms@sods.sk.ca
For Newcomer Volunteer Connections participants
For more information please email communityconnections@sods.sk.ca
This Week's Topic: Family, Canadian laws & Legal system
To register, please email: rifsprograms@sods.sk.ca
Want to earn a Certificate in Canadian Customer Service Skills? We have FREE Training!
Ramadan in time of Covid-19.
Everyone is welcome to join!
this event is free but pre-registration is required.
please email cep@sods.sk.ca to register and receive a Zoom link.
This Week's Topic: Family, Canadian Laws & Legal System
Please register for this online session by emailing Alyssia at adisiewich@sods.sk.ca
Should you pause your career job search during this crisis? Absolutely not. Professional career jobs require building a network. We will cover what you can and should be doing on LinkedIn and in your online networking to make your career goal happen.
Saskatoon Open Door Society Board of Directors Meeting (Board members only)
Join us for an online employer showcase with Chartered Professional Accountants Canada to learn about trends and hiring strategies in their company. Please register by emailing your full name, contact number, immigration status, and name of the webinar to employerpartners@sods.sk.ca
Not sure how to get ready for the job interview during the time of Coronavirus? Join us for this webinar and prepare yourself for telephone and video job interviews. Also, learn about best interview practices to land a job interview during the time of social distancing.
This Week's Topic: Culture, Stress, and Family Violence
We introduce skills and perspectives that enable parents to be more functional in their new environment. Parents are supported and encouraged to connect with other parents, share experiences and access community resources, services and institutions to help them get settled.
This event has passed. To view a recording on Zoom of this webinar, please visit: https://tinyurl.com/y77z2bg3 (Requires registration with Zoom)
Join us for an interactive webinar with Kent Smith-Windsor, former Executive Director of the Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce. We will discuss:
Please register by emailing: epsd@sods.sk.ca
This Week's Topic: Culture, Stress & Family Violence
Please contact Alyssia Disiewich on adisiewich@sods.sk.ca or 306-250-9275
For more information or to register, please contact Arin at 306-653-4464 Ext:323 or email aolaniyi@sods.sk.ca
For Immigrant Parents with Children of Elementary and High School Age.
For more information, contact Arin at familyprograms@sods.sk.ca or 306-653-4464 ext. 323
Feel stuck in your job search or not getting results? Join us for a Question & Answer style webinar and learn how to re-start and progress your search to a job offer or job interview. Send your questions in advance: epsd@sods.sk.ca or ask them during the webinar!
Join us for an online employer showcase with Scotiabank to learn about trends and hiring strategies in their company. Please register by emailing your full name, contact number, immigration status, and name of the webinar to employerpartners@sods.sk.ca
Are you overwhelmed or anxious during these uncertain times? Join our webinar and learn how to manage stress and take care of yourself during the COVID-19 pandemic. You will also acquire knowledge of available resources and coping strategies as well as useful mental wellness tips during the quarantine. Finally, you will gain an understanding of positive steps to well-being and get quick tips for keeping a positive attitude.
This Week's Topic: Maladaptive Stress Coping
Culture is a very difficult term to define. It can mean many different things to different people. Workplace culture is defined as “the character and personality of an organization”. We will discuss Canadian workplace culture, and how new employees to an organization can fit in with their company’s workplace culture and positively impact their working environment. Register by emailing your name and phone number to epsd@sods.sk.ca
Getting ready for a job interview during the time of coronavirus? Learn about the best interview practices to land a job & how to answer interview questions
To Register, EMAIL your NAME and PHONE NUMBER to epsd@sods.sk.ca
This Week's Topic: Working Together as a Family