Updates from Strathcona Newcomer Connector newsletter:
Newcomer Connector Family Pot Luck:
In Alberta we celebrate Family Day in February!
Join us for a potluck to celebrate family! Bring a favourite snack to share if you can. Snacks and refreshments will be available for all. Children, family and friends are welcome. Drop in for a short visit or stay for the whole time!
Wednesday February 22nd
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
County Hall – Conference Centre #1
2001 Sherwood Drive
First celebrated in 1990, Alberta was the first province in Canada to have a statutory holiday celebrating family. The Premier at that time, Don Getty, said it was important for all Albertans to take time for their families, and that this holiday would emphasize the importance of family values.
For more events happening in Strathcona County on Family Day click on the link below to check out our community calendar:
http://www.strathcona.ca/departments/communications/web-services/online-services/event-calendar/
Career Planning - Find a New Career:
Location: Strathcona County Library
3 Saturdays, starting Feb 25, 2017/ 10:00am - 4:00pm
Cost: Free
Register required with BGS at 780-425-6655 or //This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.">http://This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Registration deadline is Feb 23
This free 3-day workshop is for people who are looking for a new Career or starting to look for a Career. It will provide guidance in researching career options, and boosting self-confidence. Participants will create a step-by-step career plan in collaboration with the facilitator.
http://www.bgsenterprises.com/our-programs/career-employment-workshops
Homework Help:
Are you new to Canada? Does your child need help with homework?
Free homework help is available for students every Tuesday from 4:15 - 4:45 pm
Sessions are available from Feb 7 - May 9, 2017
For registration please contact Grazyna Pakos at 780-410-8603.’
That’s it for now! As always, if you have any questions, ideas for the Newcomer Connector Program, or need help with a problem please email Rae-Anne or Jean or call 780-464-4044.