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What's Happening? Monthly eNews
Campbell River & Courtenay
June 2021
Hello {{firstname}},
The Immigrant Welcome Centre is still here to serve you! During this time, as we
all do our part to limit the spread of the COVID19 virus, we are working to serve
clients by phone and internet. Our offices are now taking limited in-person
appointments on a case-by-case basis. If you need help with settlement or
immigration questions, we will continue to do our best to help. Please contact us
by phone or e-mail to book an appointment. Visit ImmigrantWelcome.ca for
more information.
Table of Contents:
Stay Connected!
News and Events
-Stay Connected
-Covid19 Resources for BC
-LINC Classes
-Settlement Services
-Different Together Pledge
-Meet Our New Staff
-Win Our Canada Day GIft Basket
-A Time to Grow - Community Garden
-May Dates to Remember
-Make a Donation
-Become a Member Today
-IWC Group Programs
Stay Connected!
Be sure to follow us on our Facebook pages and Blog
for
event update, activities and more!
Campbell River Facebook Page
IWC BLOG
News and Events
Access supports and stay informed about
COVID-19 in BC.
Do your part.
http://gov.bc.ca/COVID19
ℹ COVID-19 financial supports www.gov.bc.ca/covidgovernmentbenefits
Non-medical Qs
Call 1-888-COVID19
Text 604-630-0300
Medical Qs only
Call 8-1-1
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If you need help accessing benefits,
contact the Immigrant Welcome Centre to
book a telephone appointment.
Campbell River 250-830-0171 or Courtenay 250-338-6359
LINC Classes
Campbell River/Courtenay
LINC classes are in session, both in person and online. In person classes are
reserved for lower levels and students who have difficulty accessing classes
online.
Class sizes are small to accommodate social distancing. Times/schedules are
determined as student interest and availability becomes known.
Please note that classes will come to an end for the
summer break!
Last day of classes is Friday June 25th for both Campbell River and Courtenay.
There are spots available for September and if you are interested in taking LINC
classes you can call in late August to book a placement test.
For more information about the LINC classes click here or call our office.
Campbell River: 250-914-0172 or crlinc@immigrantwelcome.ca
Courtenay: 250-338-6359 or cvlinc@immigrantwelcome.ca
Our offices are not admitting visitors but are now taking limited in-person
appointments on a case by case basis.
Do you need help accessing resources available to you during the current COVID-
19 situation? Or would would you like to know what resources are available to
you?
Please contact us by phone or email to book an appointment:
Campbell River: 250-830-0171 info@ImmigrantWelcome.ca
Courtenay: 250-338-6359 admin@ImmigrantWelcome.ca
North Island Toll Free: 1-855-805-0171 info@ImmigrantWelcome.ca
Different Together Pledge Shakila Manzoor, IWC Vice Chair, took the Different Together Pledge!
Loni Baker, IWC Director, took the Different Together Pledge!
Anika, IWC client, took the Different Together Pledge!
The Immigrant Welcome Centre encourages you to take the pledge and
either email it to us or tag the Immigrant Welcome Centre of North
Vancouver Island and encourage on Facebook. Encourage your friends to
take the pledge as well."
Meet Our New StaffMeet Barbara Stasiuk!
Hi! My name is Barbara Stasiuk and I am the new LINC Coordinator/Instructor at
our Campbell River location. Having grown up in a family of teachers, I am drawn
to building community through teaching settlement English for many reasons.
Most important is the desire to build strong, resilient newcomer communities
that can adapt and lead in Canada. Although I have lectured in many GTA post-
secondary contexts, I much prefer this part of Canada. Hmmm –not sure why
LOL. I’m looking forward to building strong partnerships with all of you so that we
can serve CR in the best ways possible.
Win Our Canada Day Gift Basket!JOIN US!
SHOW YOUR SUPPORT AND CANADIAN SPIRIT!
Your membership enters you for a chance to win our Canada Day gift
basket.
The COVID-19 pandemic has created many challenges. Over the past year, our
clients have learned to adapt with us to many changes and limited in-person
appointments. Helping clients with citizenship applications, studying for the
citizenship test and preparing for the ceremony take place by phone, email and
video conference. Citizenship tests and oath taking ceremonies are now done
online through virtual events. This Canada Day we would like to send special
congratulations to all of our new Canadian citizens!
Become a member by June 30th to have your name entered in our Canada Day
gift basket draw. Individual memberships start at $10. Click this link to our online
form:
https://membership-can.keela.co/immigrant-welcome-center-membership
Your membership supports services and programs for newcomers to the North
Island region. Show your support for communities that embrace diversity and
inclusivity where newcomers feel welcome, safe and respected.Click below to read some Client Success Stories:
https://immigrantwelcome.ca/success-stories
WISHING EVERYONE A FUN, SAFE AND HAPPY CANADA DAY!
For information about Immigrant Welcome Centre (MISA) membership and
services.
www.ImmigrantWelcome.ca
A Time to Grow - Community Garden
Courtenay
There will be some new rules regarding social distancing but the Community
Garden built by and for our LINC students will be opening soon. That is some well
needed happy news! It is located in Lush Valley’s Share the Harvest Community
Garden. Students will have space in one of two plots and the harvests are shared.
Please call 250-338-6359 or email: admin@immigrantwelcome.ca to for more
information.
June Dates To RememberFather's Day
June20 June Solstice
June 20
Father’s Day is celebrated
worldwide to recognize the A solstice happens when the
contribution that fathers sun's zenith is at its furthest
and father figures make to point from the equator. On
the lives of their children. the June solstice, it reaches
This day celebrates its northernmost point and
fatherhood and male the Earth’s North Pole tilts
parenting. Although it is directly towards the sun, at
celebrated on a variety of about 23.4 degrees.
dates worldwide, many
countries observe this day
on the third Sunday in June.
National Indigenous
Peoples Day
June 21
This is a day for all
Canadians to recognize and
celebrate the unique
heritage, diverse cultures
and outstanding
contributions of FirstNations, Inuit and Métis
peoples. The Canadian
Constitution recognizes
these three groups as
Aboriginal peoples, also
known as Indigenous
peoples.
Make a donation today!
Your donation helps the organization stay open and keeps the services and
programs going.
The Immigrant Welcome Centre thanks you for your Donation.
Click here to donate.
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Become a Member today!"The Multicultural and Immigrant Services Association of North Vancouver Island
assists local communities in attracting and retaining newcomers by providing
education and professional services to members of those communities while
offering advocacy for vulnerable populations and settlement services, thereby
fostering welcoming and inclusive communities."
Become a Member and show your support for our mission
Click here to sign up as a member!
***IWC GROUP PROGRAMS***
Campbell River/CourtenayWhile some of our groups are back others are yet to
start up again.
We are continuing to explore COVID safe options for
all of our programs.
Stay tuned for more information.
Beginners' Book Club (CLB 1-3)
Courtenay
This group is a safe and fun place for beginners to practice and improve their English
reading skills. Listening and speaking practice is also included.
By Z oom
June 22, 2021 6:30-8pm
Register by calling 250-338-6359 or emailing admin@immigrantwelcome.ca
Newcomers' Book Club
Courtenay
The Newcomers' book club is where people attend with whatever they are reading. Bring
your own books, articles, magazines based on a topic, and the conversation goes from there.
This is a fun and stress-free place to make friends, learn more English, and connect with
the community. This group is best for intermediate level.
By Z oom
June 4, 2021 12:30-2pm
Register by calling 250-338-6359 or emailing admin@immigrantwelcome.ca
International Women's Group
Campbell RiverBeginners' Conversation Group (CLB 1-3)
Courtenay
If you are interested in improving your English speaking skills then the ESL Conversation
Group is the club for you! Everytime we meet we talk about a fun, new topic. We hope you
will join us.
By Z oom
June 15, 2021 6:30-8pm
Register by calling 250-338-6359 or emailing admin@immigrantwelcome.ca
Newcomers' Conversation Group
Courtenay
If you are interested in improving your English speaking skills then the ESL Conversation
Group is the club for you! Once a month we meet and talk about a fun, new topic.
By Z oom
June 11, 2021 12:30-2pm
Register by calling 250-338-6359 or emailing admin@immigrantwelcome.ca
International Family Recreation
Campbell River
International Senior's Group
Campbell River
International Co-Ed Adult Soccer
Campbell River
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Our mailing address is:
Campbell River
200-1170 Shoppers Row
250-830-0171
info@ImmigrantWelcome.caCourtenay
407A 5th Street
250-338-6359
admin@ImmigrantWelcome.ca
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