Virtual Coffee Chats

Virtual Coffee Chats are informal gatherings on Skype to discuss topics related to life in Manitoba, Canada. If you are a language learner, these gatherings are a perfect opportunity to practise speaking and learn new vocabulary!

Topics discussed

Scroll down to see the upcoming Coffee Chats, or check out the Events calendar. Click on a specific event that you want to attend to find information about how to prepare for the event.

Technical requirements

Skype www.skype.com
A headset with a microphone

How to join the live sessions

Add an eFacilitator to your contacts on Skype
Send a message to the eFacilitator to say you will attend a virtual coffee chat. Send a message each week to declare your availability.
Test your computer well BEFORE the live meeting on Skype
The eFacilitator will start a group Skype call

Upcoming Coffee Chats

Coffee Chat CLB 3-4: 5 tips to tailor and update your resume
December 7 @ 10:00 am

This session is specifically designed for learners who are CLB 3-4. Come to the coffee chat to learn how to tailor… Read more »

Coffee Chat CLB 5-8: How to have a successful phone or Skype interview
December 9 @ 10:00 am

Screenshot of 4 people in an online video conference.

Are you interested to learn how to have a successful phone or Skype interview? Join us here first! … Read more »

Coffee Chat CLB 3-4: 8 smart ways to save this holiday season
December 10 @ 10:00 am

This session is specifically designed for learners who are CLB 3-4. Let’s discuss useful ways that will help you to… Read more »

Coffee Chat CLB 5-8: How to have a successful phone or Skype interview
December 12 @ 10:00 am

Are you interested to learn how to have a successful phone or Skype interview? Join us here first! … Read more »

Coffee Chat CLB 3-4: 8 smart ways to save this holiday season
December 14 @ 10:00 am

This session is specifically designed for learners who are CLB 3-4. Let’s discuss useful ways that will help you to… Read more »

Coffee Chat CLB 3-4: 7 tips for writing great emails
December 17 @ 10:00 am

This session is specifically designed for learners who are CLB 3-4. Let’s discuss useful ways that will help you to… Read more »

Coffee Chat CLB 3-4: 7 tips for writing great emails
December 21 @ 10:00 am

This session is specifically designed for learners who are CLB 3-4. Let’s discuss useful ways that will help you to… Read more »

Coffee Chat CLB 5-8: What is Crokinole? Canada’s lesser-known sports, games and pastimes
December 23 @ 10:00 am

fingers flicking a shooter on a pitchnut board game

Let’s discuss some Canadian sports that are less known. Before joining the coffee chat Look up new words in an… Read more »

Coffee Chat CLB 3-4: 7 easy steps to a Canadian-style resume
December 24 @ 10:00 am

This session is specifically designed for learners who are CLB 3-4. Let’s discuss easy steps that will help you create… Read more »

Coffee Chat CLB 3-4: 7 easy steps to a Canadian-style resume
December 28 @ 10:00 am

This session is specifically designed for learners who are CLB 3-4. Let’s discuss easy steps that will help you create… Read more »

Coffee Chat CLB 3-4: The most common job interview questions you should prepare for
December 31 @ 10:00 am

A young woman smiling in a job interview.

This session is specifically designed for learners who are CLB 3-4. Come to the coffee chat to learn how to… Read more »

Coffee Chat CLB 3-4: The most common job interview questions you should prepare for
January 4, 2025 @ 10:00 am

Come to this class to discuss the most common job interview questions you should prepare for. Before joining the coffee… Read more »

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