What's On, September - Toronto Public Library

ESL & NEWCOMERS
TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY
SEPTEMBER — DECEMBER 2011
ESL & NEWCOMERS
LINC Classes
Free English classes for newcomers to Canada. Permanent
residents, convention refugees and protected persons age
18 or older are eligible.
Weston* Tuesdays, Sept. 6-27 6 pm
Wednesdays, Sept. 7-Dec. 28
11:30 am
Saturdays, Sept. 10-Dec. 31
10:30 am
ESL Reading Circle
Practise your English by reading with others from great
books. Program takes place in the Elizabeth Beeton
Auditorium.
Toronto Reference Oct. 29, Nov. 12, 26, Dec. 10 2 pm
Settlement Programs
Citizenship Classes
Prepare for your citizenship test.
Gerrard/Ashdale Tuesdays, Sept. 6-27 7 pm
Basic Laptop Instruction
An introduction to using your laptop.
Mimico Centennial Tuesdays, Sept. 6-Oct. 18 5 pm
Library
Settlement
Partnerships
Day
library settlement
services
Meet your local settlement worker and find out
about programs and services that can help you
get started in Toronto. Stay for fun activities
and entertainment for the whole family.
Find one-on-one help for newcomers with
settlement needs, offered in many languages.
October 21
Flemingdon Park, 9 amTo find out if your local library offers
settlement services, call Answerline 416-393-7131
York Woods, 11 am
or visit torontopubliclibrary.ca/newtocanada
Bloor/Gladstone, Centennial, Gerrard/Ashdale, 2 pm
and click on Living in Toronto.
Agincourt, 4 pm
Funded by
October 22
Albert Campbell, 12 pm
Bridlewood, Parkdale, Riverdale, 2 pm
Co-sponsored with Citizenship & Immigration Canada
Newcomer Programs in
Other Languages
Citizenship Classes
Get information about the citizenship written test and
interview. Program is in Chinese.
Riverdale Sept. 2, 16, 24 10 am
English Classes for Mandarin-Speaking Seniors
Carefirst Wellness Club offers basic conversation classes in
everyday English and information on Canadian culture.
Agincourt Fridays, Sept. 2-Dec. 16 10 am
Hillcrest Wednesdays, Sept. 7-Dec. 14 1 pm
English as a Second Language for Chinese
Newcomers
Beginner to mid-beginner classes for Cantonese and
Mandarin speakers, in co-operation with the Toronto
District School Board.
Riverdale Monday-Friday, Sept. 7-Dec. 15 10 am
Worker’s Rights and Responsibilities
Get information about the Workplace Safety and Insurance
Board, worker's rights and responsibilities. Program
presented in Chinese.
Child Custody and Access
Get information on child custody, joint custody,
guardianship and access rights. Program is in Chinese.
Riverdale October 28 10 am
Canada My New Home: Civic Engagement
Seniors can learn how to play a role in elections and get
involved. Program is in Chinese.
Riverdale November 25 10 am
Teens
Arts Talk for Newcomer Youth
Practise your English with a friendly group, talk about
your community, culture and customs – and meet new
friends too.
York Woods Wednesdays, Sept. 7-Dec. 21 1 pm
KIDS & FAMILIES
Riverdale Youth-Child Mentor Program
Newcomer children from China can get help learning
English and adapting to Canadian culture. To register, call
416-392-6810, Ext. 230.
Riverdale Mondays, Wednesdays, Oct. 3-Dec. 21 4 pm
Business Communication Circle
Improve your business communication skills and get set
knowledge of the Canadian workplace culture.
Co-sponsored with Microskills.
Bridlewood Wednesdays, Sept. 7-Dec. 14 2 pm
Women’s Support Group
Connect with other women, share your experience,
develop friendships and improve your English.
Agincourt* Sept. 10, 14, Oct. 8, 22, Nov. 5, 19, Dec. 3 2 pm
Canada My New Home: Literature, Art, Culture and
Traditions
Discover Canada by participating in readings and
discussions.
Centennial Mondays, Sept. 12-Dec. 19 4 pm
Employment Standards Act
Find out what is the Employment Standards Act of Ontario
and how it relates to the work place.
Albert Campbell* September 13 6 pm
Tenants’ Rights
Learn about your rights as a tenant.
Parkdale September 21 3:30 pm
Albert Campbell* October 18 6 pm
Boost Your Self-Esteem
Adjusting to living in a new country can be challenging.
Find out how you can boost your confidence.
Mimico Centennial September 27 5 pm
Job Search Workshops
A career counsellor helps newcomers with developing
resumés, cover letters and job interview skills. To register,
call 416-395-5613. Program takes place in Room 2/3.
North York Central Monday-Thursday, Nov. 7-10 10 am
High School Education System in Ontario
Parents and students can get an overview of the Ontario
high school education system, how to choose a high school
and what the requirements are.
Albert Campbell* November 15 5:30 pm
Riverdale September 10 10:30 am
Newcomer Programs
An information program with The Cross-Cultural
Community Services Association. Program is in Chinese.
Steeles Sept. 16, Oct. 21, Nov. 18, Dec. 16 10 am
Winter Driving
Prepare your vehicle for winter. Learn safe driving tips and
how to create a driving kit. Program is in Mandarin.
Bridlewood October 13 6 pm
Workshop on Housing
Get information about housing and how to apply for it.
Program is in Chinese.
Riverdale October 14 10 am
Applying for Home Care and a Nursing Home
Find out who can apply for home care services and nursing
homes in Toronto. Program is in Mandarin.
Bridlewood October 18 1:30 pm
FREE
For adults
Small classes
Full-time or part-time
One-to-one tutoring
TTC tokens
www.next-steps.ca
(click on Upgrading)
Want to help someone
learn to read?
VOLUNTEER with us!
Operated by
• Reading
• Writing
• Math
For more information:
West: 416-394-3809
South: 416-393-1995
East: 416-396-6904
Email:
LBS@tdsb.on.ca
This Employment Ontario project is funded
by the Government of Ontario
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