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Sunshine Coast Multicultural Network – About Us
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Sunshine Coast Welcoming Communities. Is a project to help and support new immigrants on the Sunshine Coast. All our services are free. Social and cultural activities and events: meet other people and be a part of the fun at our events. English language support: come to one of our groups or work one-on-one with a volunteer tutor. Help adjusting to life in Canada: learn about housing, employment, finances, education, and other social services. Maria’s role is to provide settlement support to new immigrant...
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Sunshine Coast Multicultural Network – Pizza Party and Group Meeting
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Pizza Party and Group Meeting. Join us for a pizza party and group meeting on June 12 – We need your help to plan next year. WHEN: Friday, June 12, 2012 from 5 to 8 pm. WHERE: Room 120, Capilano University, 5627 Inlet Avenue, Sechelt. WHY: To celebrate the beginning of summer and to talk about what we will be doing next year in the Welcoming Communities project. We have some ideas for projects next year to share with you. We want to know what you think and what ideas you have. Leave a reply Cancel reply.
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Sunshine Coast Multicultural Network – New faces of the Coast
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New faces of the Coast. Working together to support, help and improve opportunities for immigrants, to connect immigrant groups and the community of the Sunshine Coast, and to actively participate in the community. Sunshine Coast Community Services Society. Sunshine Coast Community Resource Centre. Maria Giltrow, Settlement and Outreach Coordinator. Sea to Sky Sunshine Coast.
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Sunshine Coast Multicultural Network – Education and Training
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Education is very important in Canada. All children usually go to elementary school from ages five to 12, and to secondary school (high school) from ages 13 to 17 or 18. After secondary school, students can go on to post-secondary study at colleges, technical schools and universities. For full information on the. Elementary and secondary schools. Costs and financial help. English classes for adults. Continuing education for adults. Check these online resources:. Welcome to Canada Guidebook. Maria Giltrow...
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Sunshine Coast Multicultural Network – Housing
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For detailed general information about housing in BC see chapter 2 of the BC Newcomers’ Guide. You can view this online or download a PDF to your own computer. Also see Chapter 10: Housing in the Welcome to Canada What You Should Know. Guidebook. You can download a PDF or eBook or order your own copy. Housing on the Sunshine Coast. Sunshine Coast Community Services Society. Sunshine Coast Community Resource Centre. Maria Giltrow, Settlement and Outreach Coordinator. Sea to Sky Sunshine Coast.
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Whistler Multicultural Network – Help With Medication Costs
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BC Medical Services Plan (MSP). Help With Medication Costs. Financial Help with MSP payments. Health Information and Resources. Having a baby and children’s healthcare. Applying for a Social Insurance Number. Employment Resources in Whistler. Registering Children at School. English Language Requirement for Citizenship. Adult Education and High School Graduation. Language Support for Immigrants. Vocational and Workplace Training. Online Training Courses and Education. Education and Training in Whistler.
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Sunshine Coast Multicultural Network – Money and Banking
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Managing your money and understanding tax and savings regulations can make a big difference to you and your family. If you want to buy a car or a house, and in many other situations, you will need a good credit rating in Canada. There are many different ways to save money. You should also make sure that you are claiming all the allowances you are entitled to as part of your income taxes. For general information on:. Types of bank accounts. Cash, cheques, and credit cards. Financial help for seniors.
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Sunshine Coast Multicultural Network – Children
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Help for young people. See chapter 6 of the BC Newcomers’ Guide. You can view this online or download a pdf to your own computer. Children on the Sunshine Coast. Working together to support, help and improve opportunities for immigrants, to connect immigrant groups and the community of the Sunshine Coast, and to actively participate in the community. Sunshine Coast Community Services Society. Sunshine Coast Community Resource Centre. Maria Giltrow, Settlement and Outreach Coordinator.
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Sunshine Coast Multicultural Network – Money Skills
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Is a FREE program dedicated to increasing financial knowledge and money management skills. You can choose by topic or attend all four weekly sessions. Sessions are being held at the Gibsons and District Public Library. Topics include: Consumerism and Spending, Banking and Investments, Debt and Credit Management and Budgeting and Goal Setting. To save your seat call 604-885-4088. Or email admin@communityresourcecentre.info. Leave a reply Cancel reply. Your email address will not be published.
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Sunshine Coast Multicultural Network – Transportation
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One of the best ways to travel in BC is by car. The highways are well maintained and can be the most scenic way to enjoy travelling in BC. Be aware that hitchhiking is illegal in BC, although you will see many people doing it. Driving in B.C. Winter and summer driving. See these Online Resources:. Chapter 7: Cars and Driving in the WelcomeBC Newcomers’ Guide. Chapter 13: Transportation in the Welcome to Canada guidebook. Getting a Drivers License. Driving in Canada and BC. Sea to Sky Sunshine Coast.
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