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  • Financial Tools for Newcomers

    ISANS Mumford 6960 Mumford Road, Suite 2120, Halifax

    ISANS and RBC are pleased to offer this training for new and existing business owners. Newcomers often have unique financial needs that change over time. This session introduces a comprehensive financial checklist to help you navigate banking and financial products during your first years in Canada. To attend this session, you must: Be an ISANS…

  • Networking for Success

    ISANS Mumford 6960 Mumford Road, Suite 2120, Halifax

    This session will give you an overview of networking practices in Nova Scotia. Join us to learn about: What business networking is and is not, the 10 rules of networking, Eight Commandments of Networking, how to use business cards, where to find local networking opportunities, and more! Join us, to learn the key aspects of…

  • Introduction to Entrepreneurship I

    ISANS Mumford 6960 Mumford Road, Suite 2120, Halifax

    Thinking about starting your own business? Join this free two-part workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs. Part, one covers the characteristics, challenges, and benefits of entrepreneurship, steps to start a business, and how to evaluate your idea. Gain the knowledge and skills needed to build a successful business in Nova Scotia. To attend this session, you must:…

  • In-Person Workshop Series in Amharic Introduction to Nova Scotia

    ISANS Mumford 6960 Mumford Road, Suite 2120, Halifax

    Introduction to Nova Scotia Workshop Series is a 5-day course that gives you essential information about living in Nova Scotia and Canada. It will cover topics such as: Canada and Nova Scotia Canada’s History and Geography ● Life in Canada ● Indigenous Peoples ● Nova Scotia’s Weather ● People of Canada ● Family Life ●…

  • Building Intercultural Competence Workshop

    Online

    As Nova Scotia becomes more culturally diverse, we all need to learn how to welcome and work with immigrants and build a better community together. In this full-day workshop, you will: Increase your understanding of settlement and integration barriers Explore practical ways to welcome and support new immigrants Develop intercultural relationship-building skills for working with…

  • Start a Small Business

    ISANS Mumford 6960 Mumford Road, Suite 2120, Halifax

    ISANS and RBC are pleased to facilitate this important training session for current or aspiring business owners. In this training session, you’ll hear from the Relationship Manager- Business Markets, at RBC, who will share with you everything important you need to know, to start and grow your business in Canada. Our goal is to help…

  • Introduction to Entrepreneurship II

    ISANS Mumford 6960 Mumford Road, Suite 2120, Halifax

    Thinking about starting a business? Join this free two-part workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs. Part two covers business registration, legal structures, licenses and permits, business planning, finances, taxes, and available supports at ISANS—everything you need to launch and grow a business in Nova Scotia. To attend this session, you must: Be an ISANS business client Have…

  • Newcomers and Recreation!

    CONNECT WITH COMMUNITY Let’s Create Welcoming Communities! Newcomers and Recreation Join us for a 3-hour, online training program on creating inclusive, diverse, and welcoming recreational communities for newcomers. As Nova Scotia becomes more culturally diverse, we all need to learn how to welcome and work with newcomers and build a better community together. During this…

  • Business Communication in Nova Scotia

    ISANS Mumford 6960 Mumford Road, Suite 2120, Halifax

    Do you want to connect with your customers and increase business in Nova Scotia? Would you like to understand how effective communication skills will help in your business and life? This session is for you! Join us to learn the key aspects of written and verbal communication skills for business and increase your confidence and…

  • Building Intercultural Competence Workshop

    ISANS Mumford 6960 Mumford Road, Suite 2120, Halifax

    As Nova Scotia becomes more culturally diverse, we all need to learn how to welcome and work with immigrants and build a better community together. In this full-day workshop, you will: Increase your understanding of settlement and integration barriers Explore practical ways to welcome and support new immigrants Develop intercultural relationship-building skills for working with…

  • Recurring

    On-site Computer Training

    ISANS Mumford 6960 Mumford Road, Suite 2120, Halifax

    Would you like to improve your computer skills? You can register for the following computer courses: Ms. Word Oct 3-Oct 10, 6 classes, 2 hours Everyday, 1:15 PM –3:15 PM Outlook I Oct 14-Oct 15, 2 classes, 2 hours Tuesday, Wednesday, 1:15 PM –3:15 PM Outlook II Oct 16-Oct 17, 2 classes, 2 hours Thursday,…

  • Procurement Canada / Selling to the Government

    Online

    Procurement Assistance Canada (PAC) is here to make it easier for smaller businesses to bid on federal contracting opportunities. Join us to hear Procurement Assistance Canada’s Officer explain how the government buys goods and services, and how you can navigate the process to find opportunities. To attend this session, you must: Be an ISANS business client…