Khosh Amadid!
Welcome!
This page will provide a listing of current and upcoming learning and development programs organized for children of all ages and their parents. Priority for participation will be for those newly arrived to Canada.
Please select a jurisdiction below to learn more.
Calgary Public Library Visit
A one-day session designed to provide an introduction to the Calgary Public Library. Take a tour of the Calgary Public Library, sign up for a library card and learn more about services provided for newcomers.
- When: July 29, 2023
- Where: Downtown Calgary Public Library
- Whom: Children aged 3-18 years and their parents
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Welcome to School
Come back to school prepared! This School Simulation will show students what a typical day in the life of a student will look like.
- When: August 12, 2023, 10am-1pm
- Where: Westwinds Jamatkhana
- Whom: Newcomer students in Grades K-9 and their parents
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Orientation to High School Courses
An information session on high school courses that will help you achieve a diploma and other educational goals.
- When: August 19, 2023
- Where: To be confirmed
- Whom: Students in Grades 9-12
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Reading Buddies
A weekly program providing opportunities for children to practice their English reading skills
- When: July 8 - August 19, 2023
- Where: East York Jamatkhana
- Whom: Children in grades K-6
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Let's Read
A weekly program providing opportunities for children to practice their English reading skills
- When: July 2 - August 8, 2023
- Where: Pickering, Unionville, Richmond Hill, Ottawa Jamatkhanas or online
- Whom: Students in Grades 1-8
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Reading Buddies
A weekly program providing opportunities for children to practice their English reading skills
- When: July 3 - 28, 2023, Sundays 11am-1pm EST
- Where: Virtual
- Whom: Students in Grades 1-8
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English Language Connections
Proficiency in English language is essential to be able to access quality higher education, employment with higher earnings potential, advocate for and support one’s children in the school system. The English Language Connections (ELC) is a virtual program for newcomers within the Jamat who require support in developing their English language skills.
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