INTERNATIONAL SERVICES
The Power of Peace – The Power of People
Peace Nominations are currently being sought for the 2010 YMCA Peace Medal Award.
If you know of an individual or group whe exemplifies peace in their community, either local or global, please take this opportunity to recognize their contributions. Click HERE to download the Peace Medal Award nomination form (the criteria is included). Completed nomination forms must be received
by Friday, September 24th, 2010.
Contact us if you have any questions.
2010 Peace Breakfast
November 26th, 2010
Lily Lake Pavilion 7:30 a.m.
Special Guest Speaker: Dr. Rick McDaniel
Dr. McDaniel will also be speaking on November 25th at the Saint John Arts Centre. More details to follow.
To learn more about Dr. McDaniel please visit his blog
Settlement Services For Newcomers To Canada
Our Settlement programs include:
- LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada).
- RAP (Resettlement Assistance Program) designed for government sponsored refugees.
- ISAP (Immigrant Settlement & Adaptation Program) for landed immigrants.
- HOST Program which matches Newcomers with members of the community.
- School Liaison Co-ordinator - to help children and parents adapt to the Canadian School system.
- ESL (English as a second language) Class in St. George.
These programs are all funded through Citizenship and Immigration Canada.
An Enhanced Language Training Program (ELT) at the 6/7 Level runs from September 2008 to January 2009. Settlement Services also provides an Employment Counsellor who works closely with Newcomers in the Saint John region.
Anyone interested in learning more about these programs can contact Richard Campbell at 646-2389 or email at r.campbell@saintjohny.com.
Check our the new website: www.settlementservicesymca.ca
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