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In-Person Workshop Series for Arabic Speakers: Introduction to Nova Scotia (May 23 – June 21)
May 24, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
If you speak Arabic and are new to Nova Scotia, you are invited to participate in the upcoming Introduction to Nova Scotia series. This is a 10-day course that gives you essential information about living in Nova Scotia and Canada. It will cover topics such as:
Government Programs and Community Services
Canada’s system and government ● Benefit programs ● Citizenship ● Canada’s tax system ● Immigrant services ● Community programs
Finances
Canadian Money ● Bank accounts and bank cards ● Budgeting and planning for life events ● Insurance ● Saving money ● Shopping ● Scam and fraud protection
Health
Canada’s health care system ● Health cards ● Private health insurance ● Home safety ● Hospitals ● Dealing with emergencies ● Finding a family doctor ● Healthy living ● Mental health and wellness
Education
Public schools ● Rules and expectations ● Sick days ● School transportation ● School programs and services ● School closures ● English language support ● Continuing education opportunities ● Student loans and scholarships
Employment
Employment laws in Nova Scotia ● Employment services at ISANS ● Job-search strategies ● Resumes and cover letters ● Volunteering ● Networking ● Canadian workplace culture
To participate in this workshop series, you need to:
- Be a registered client of ISANS
- Speak and understand Arabic
*Childcare may be available. Please speak to the contact person below.
*Certificate of completion will be awarded for full course participation (8 to 10 sessions).
To register, and for more information, please contact:
Alex Rudcovski | 902-406-3320 | arudcovski@isans.ca