Here’s what’s going on at Newcomer Centre. Check out the links to find out more or to register for a session.
Settlement Information Sessions
To help orient newcomers, Newcomer Centre offers group information sessions on various topics, including:
- General overview of Canada and its history
- Local and national sources of information in 15 other settlement areas including rights & freedoms, education, transportation, housing and more.
Sessions held in-person on the last Wednesday of each month from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm MST. After the info session, Newcomer Centre can book a personal follow-up session if you’re interested.
Register for a Newcomer Settlement Info Session:
- Call 780-424-7709
- Email info@newcomercentre.com
- Visit www.newcomercentre.com/program/settlement-information-orientation
Newcomer Centre offers group information sessions for first-time Canadian citizenship applicants.
Sessions held in-person on the second Wednesday of each month from 1:00 – 3:00 pm MST.Â
Check out the brochure.
Register for a Citizenship Application Info Session:
- Call 780-424-7709Â
- Email info@newcomercentre.com
Newcomer Centre offers group information sessions on how to sponsor an immediate family member.
Sessions held in-person every Wednesday from 1:30 – 3:00 pm MST.
Register for a Family Sponsorship Info Session:
- Call 780-424-7709 or 780-462-6924 or 780-945-2295
- Email info@newcomercentre.com
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Newcomer Centre offers group information sessions on how to apply for Permanent Resident status in Canada. These sessions are specifically for individuals with a current status of Protected Person with Positive Notice of Decision Letter.
Sessions held in-person on the third Tuesday of each month from 1:00 – 3:00 pm MST.
Register for this information session:
- Call 780-424-7709
- Email info@newcomercentre.com
Agency Information Sessions
As part of our community engagement, the Newcomer Centre offers one-hour complimentary Information Sessions to learn more about why we exist, a bit of our history, as well as what we do and how we do it across our diverse and inclusive programming.
Audience: These sessions are intended for:
- Employers, researchers and other organizations interested in partnering with Newcomer Centre,
- Individuals interested in a career with the Newcomer Centre,
- Individuals interested in serving as one of our volunteer Board of Directors, and
- Members of the community and other organizations that would like to know more about how to support newcomers to thrive in the Edmonton area.
Sessions are held:
- In-person at our Newcomer Centre – downtown Edmonton location
- Virtual
- Or can be scheduled for a group of (5) or more people at their work location
Interested? – Send an email to Tracy at twilliams@newcomercentre.com
Get to know the Edmonton Newcomer Centre in one hour.
Find out more about how generous donations and funding has not only supported newcomers to settle and thrive in the Edmonton area, but also sparked an enduring positive impact in the community!
Sessions are held:
- In-person at our Edmonton Newcomer Centre’s downtown location (10170 112 ST NW)
- Typically, on the last Wednesday of each month from 5:30 – 6:30 pm
AUDIENCE
These sessions are intended for:
- Donors interested in learning more about how your contributions help our whole community to thrive
- Employers, researchers and other organizations interested in partnering with the Newcomer Centre,
- Funders interested in finding out more about your contributions support our programs and directly impact clients served and our community
- Members of the community and other organizations that would like to know more about how to support newcomers to thrive in the Edmonton area.
- Sep. 23, 2026 – profile on Trades Ready Training (TRT) Program
- Oct. 28, 2026 – profile on ESWIS (Enhanced Settlement Workers in Schools) Program
- Nov. 25, 2026 – profile on Global Boys program
- Jan. 27, 2027 – profile on Support Through Employment & Training (STEP) program
Registration:
Register here for an upcoming session, or
- Contact Tracy at twilliams@newcomercentre.comÂ
The Edmonton Newcomer Centre offers 2.5-hour, in-person Volunteer Information Sessions to:
- Learn about the volunteer opportunities available through the Newcomer Centre,
- Learn about some of our community partners and other non-profit organizations, and what they have available for volunteer positions. Each session has guest speaker(s) from community agencies.
Sessions are held monthly – except for July and August when there are no sessions – and in-person at our Newcomer Centre downtown location. Full details sent to registered guests only.
AUDIENCE: These sessions are intended for:
- Newcomers looking for Canadian volunteer opportunities.
- Those who are interested in meaningful volunteerism in our community.
Register for a Newcomer Centre VOLUNTEER Information Session (MS Form).
October
Anne Falk Memorial Education Endowment Fund
Deadline to apply:Â Oct. 30, 2026
Find out more about or apply to the program here.
I-WIN Drop-In Sessions
- Oct. 1 – Connecting Through Textile Art: Self-Care and Arpilleras with Lucero Vargas
A creative and meaningful afternoon of textile art, storytelling, and connection. Participants will explore arpilleras as a form of self-expression while creating, sharing stories, and celebrating resilience and belonging.
Global Boys – Drop-In Sessions
- Saturday, October 3 – My Story, My Identity, My Future
- Saturday, October 10 – Your Mind, Your Power
- Saturday, October 17 – Fun Day Out: Bowling
- Saturday, October 24 – Lead Like You!
- Saturday, October 31 – Cultural Diversity: Celebrate Hallowe’en with Us
Global Girls – Drop-In Sessions
- Saturday, October 3 – Kickstart Session
- Thursday, October 8 – Dream It. Pitch It!
- Saturday, October 17 – Crochet & Chat
- Saturday, October 24 – Skills Day: Women in Trades
- Saturday, October 31 – Halloween Movie Night
Oct. 12 – Office Closure for Thanksgiving Day
Offices reopen on Tuesday, Oct. 13.
Oct. 28 – Impact Info Session
5:30 – 6:30 pm at our downtown office
Find out more about how generous donations and funding has not only supported newcomers to settle and thrive in the Edmonton area, but also sparked an enduring positive impact in the community!
- Profile on ESWIS (Enhanced Settlement Workers in Schools) Program
November
Nov. 2 – I-WIN – New 7-Week Certificate Program Begins
Achieve your goals through the Immigrant Women’s Integration Network (I-WIN) certificate program.Â
- Learn and participate in Canadian and Indigenous culture.
- Build lasting friendships and a strong sense of belonging.
- Create the life you envision for yourself.
- Develop confidence, self-advocacy and self-care strategies.
- Strengthen employment readiness and soft skills.
- Access settlement & community resources.
- Explore arts & crafts.
- Network with community leaders.
Find out more or REGISTER here.
Nov. 11 – Office Closure for Remembrance Day
All of our Newcomer Centre offices will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 11.Â
Offices reopen on Thursday, Nov. 12.
Nov. 19 – Newcomer Centre’s 20th annual RISE Awards
5:00 – 10:00 pm at Edmonton EXPO Centre
- Buy Tickets
- Interested in sponsoring event? Please contact Anne at ahayes@newcomercentre.com
- Find out more about the RISE Awards
Nov. 25 – Impact Info Session
5:30 – 6:30 pm at our downtown office
Find out more about how generous donations and funding has not only supported newcomers to settle and thrive in the Edmonton area, but also sparked an enduring positive impact in the community!
- Profile on Global Boys Program
December
Dec. 19 – Jan. 3, 2027
All of our Newcomer Centre offices will be closed from December 19, 2026, to January 3, 2027.Â
Offices reopen on January 4, 2027.
January
Jan. 27 – Impact Info Session
5:30 – 6:30 pm at our downtown office
Find out more about how generous donations and funding has not only supported newcomers to settle and thrive in the Edmonton area, but also sparked an enduring positive impact in the community!
