For a better view of the Information Session Posters, please click on any image. For a summary of the Information Sessions for Immigrants/Newcomers in October, please scroll down.

Support will be available in English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Mandarin and Low German during these information sessions.

October 6 & 9, 2011 (9:45 am - 11:00 am) Immigrant and Newcomer Information Session: School System

We will be discussing how the School System in Canada and the how the Grading Levels work. Also we will cover everything about Report Cards and how to program for success.

October 4, 2011 (9:45 am - 11:00 am) Immigrant and Newcomer Information Session: Chatham Kent Women’s Centre

Patricia Arango the Executive Director of the C-K Women’s Centre will speak about the Centre’s purpose and programs here at our center.

October 11 & 20, 2011 (9:45 am - 11:00 am) Immigrant and Newcomer Information Session: Saving for Retirement

Learn which bank accounts are made for saving for retirement, where and how to invest your money and the importance of financial planning for the future.

October 13 & 27, 2011 (9:45 am - 11:00 am) Immigrant and Newcomer Information Session: Children’s Aid Society

Learn the history of the Children’s Aid Society, how this organization works and how and when to report child abuse.

October 18 & 26, 2011 (9:45 am - 11:00 am) Immigrant and Newcomer Information Session: Auto Insurance

Find out what the standard auto insurance policy is and where you can purchase auto insurance. Learn how the insurance rates are set and how to save money on your auto insurance.

October 4 - December 13, 2011 Adult Language and Learning Presents: Mother Goose

Adult Language and Learning in partnership with the Ontario Early Years Center present the Parent-Child Mother Goose Program for Newcomer Parents. This program will be held every Tuesday from Oct. 4 to the 13 of December from 1:30 - 2:30 pm. Come and enjoy an hour of singing, rhyming and fun, to register please contact us at 519 354-7424 and reserve a spot for you and your child.

For a better view of the Information Session Posters, please click on any image. For a summary of the Information Sessions for Immigrants/Newcomers in September, please scroll down.

Support will be available in English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Mandarin and Low German during these information sessions.

September 8 &9, 2011 (9:45 am - 11:00 am) Immigrant and Newcomer Information Session: Post Secondary Education

Come and find out what academic requirements you need for Post Secondary Education. Learn how to choose the right university; what the admission fees will be and how you can get financial assistance.

September 13 & 21, 2011 (9:45 am - 11:00 am) Immigrant and Newcomer Information Session: Sponsoring your Family

Find out how you can sponsor your family; which family members you can sponsor and what your responsibilities are as a sponsor. Also learn what happens after your family arrives to Canada.

September 15 & 29, 2011 (9:45 am - 11:00 am) Immigrant and Newcomer Information Session: Tenants Rights and Responsibilities

As a tenant learn what your rights and responsibilities are; learn how often your landlord can increase your rent and when your landlord can evict you.

September 20 & 22, 2011 (9:45 am - 11:00 am) Immigrant and Newcomer Information Session: Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms

Find out what your rights are in Canada, what they mean and find out if you are protected under the Canadian Law.

September 27, 2011 (9:45 am - 11:00 am) Immigrant and Newcomer Information Session: Diabetes

Peter Jones the Branch Coordinator from the Canadian Diabetes Association in Chatham-Kent will be at our centre to speak about Diabetes. He will discuss the causes of diabetes, the symptoms and how to prevent yourself from becoming a diabetic.

For a better view of the Information Session Posters, please click on any image. For a summary of the Information Sessions for Immigrants/Newcomers in August, please scroll down.

Support will be available in English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Mandarin, Low German, Farsi, Assyrian, and Swedish during these information sessions.

August 3, 2011 (9:45 am - 11:00 am) Immigrant and Newcomer Information Session: Chatham-Kent Libraries

We will be discussing the services offered at the Chatham-Kent Libraries, their locations and how to obtain your own library card. Find out how to use your card and what the rules and responsibilities are.

August 10, 2011 (9:45 am - 11:00 am) Immigrant and Newcomer Information Session: Subsidized Housing

Find out what subsidized housing is and if you are eligible to apply for it. Learn how to apply for subsidized housing and what the waiting period is.

August 17, 2011 (9:45 am - 11:00 am) Immigrant and Newcomer Information Session: Food Services in Chatham-Kent

Learn what organizations offer food services and who can qualify to recieve this help. Learn where they are located and what is offered. We will aslo be discussing the pro’s and con’s.

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Support will be available in English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Mandarin, Low German, Farsi, Assyrian, and Swedish during these information sessions.

Satellite Services

Adult Language and Learning will be offering their services at 4 different library locations; Blenheim, Wallaceburg, Ridgetown and Dresden. We will offer our services regarding immigrant and legal issues, education, housing and much more. For more information contact us at 519 354-7424 or visit us at one of our satellite locations.

July 13, 2011 (9:30 - 11:00 am) Immigrant and Newcomer Information Session: Driver’s License

We will be discussing the topic of obtaining a Driver’s License. How to apply; what the requirements are, the different levels and stages of a driver’s license and much more. For more information contact us at 519 354-7424.

July 20, 2011 (9:45 am - 11:00 am) Immigrant and Newcomer Information Session: Domestic Violence

We will discuss what Domestic Violence is; the different types of domestic violence and how to get help. Don’t miss this important topic, it might just turn your life around.

Julu 27, 2011 (9:45 - 11:00 am) Immigrant and Newcomer Information Session: Credit Cards

Learn what credit cards are; how to get one and what to do with them. Find out the advantages and disadvantages of having a credit card and learn how to build credit.

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Support will be available in English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Mandarin, Low German, Farsi, Assyrian, and Swedish during these information sessions.

June 14 & 28, 2011 (9:30 - 11:00 am) Immigrant and Newcomer Information Session: Renewing Your Permanent Resident Card

We will be discussing the topic of Renewing your Permanent Resident Card. Learn when you should renew your card, what documents are needed to renew your P.R. Card and what fees are involved in the renewal process. For more information or to register contact us at 519 354-7424.

Saturday 18, 2011 (11:00 am - 3:00 pm) World Refugee Picnic

Adut Language and Learning will be hosting their third Annual World Refugee Picnic for the Immigrants and Newcomers of Chatham-Kent and surrounding areas. We are having a picnic and BBQ with famly activities for Newcomers, Immigrants, their family and friends to recognize and celebrate the United Nation’s designated World Refugee Day. Bring your lawn chairs, a picnic basket and a friend! Don’t miss out! Free for all.

June 21, 2011 (9:45 - 11:00 am) Immigrant and Newcomer Information Session: Volunteers

Chris Benninger, President of the Kent Association of Volunteers Co-ordinators will be speaking about volunteering. She will be discussing the pro’s and con’s; all the requirements to become a volunteer, where someone could volunteer and much, much more. For more information or to register please contact us at 519 354-7424.