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5 spring and summer safety tips
Canadians enjoy some of the best spring and summer seasons. They take advantage of the great weather to have lots… Read more »
The Census: What it is and why you need to be counted
Canada holds a census every five years. It is done to provide a “statistical portrait” of the country and its… Read more »
Census basics and safety tips
So you received mail from Statistics Canada asking you to fill out a questionnaire. And you’re wondering: I’m not a… Read more »
Participate in workshops and group activities
Managing your Money Webinar Series for Newcomers
Course Description This financial literacy series is presented in cooperation with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and Chartered Professional Accountants… Read more »
Language circles
Language circles are weekly 1 hour sessions to practice English language skills on topics related to everyday life of a… Read more »
Virtual Coffee Chat – Speaking
June 14 @ 10:00 am
Come join an hour long conversation about our daily lives with feedback from the teacher! Instructor: Nastashya Wall Skype… Read more »
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iEnglish Activities
iEnglish is a set of resources and videos to give learners the tools they need to take more ownership for… Read more »
Idioms Set: Seasons
In this idioms set you’ll find Canadian idioms relating to seasons of the year in Manitoba. Click on each lesson… Read more »
Learn about newcomer experiences, or share your own
Newcomer Story: Nguyen Thi Hoang Dung (Dzung Nguyen)
Dzung Nguyen was among the first to answer my request for interviewees. I had posted an ad asking for “stories… Read more »
Newcomer Story: Brhan Abrha
Brhan’s answer to the question “what do you like about Manitoba?” confused me. She said “Oh, I like the shiny… Read more »
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