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SUMMARY:The Osgoode Certificate in Consultation (and Beyond) with Indigenous Peoples
DESCRIPTION:It’s HERE: The essential knowledge and guidance for anyone working in the consultation arena. \nAs First Nation\, Indigenous and Canadian governments\, communities and private industries navigate old and new challenges in consultation\, it has never been more critical to have a deep understanding of how to engage thoughtfully and effectively with these complex issues. \nBuilding upon Osgoode’s very successful Certificate in Fundamentals of Indigenous Peoples and Canadian Law\, this interactive program is a deep dive into the legal and practical framework for consultation and accommodation with Indigenous peoples.  A truly outstanding faculty of experts from across Canada – sharing insights and experiences from Indigenous\, government and industry perspectives – will provide the foundational knowledge and practical strategies which will enhance your and your community or organization’s approach to consultation and ability to forge critical relationships. \nThis training was designed for both legal and non-legal professionals who want to advance their understanding of the history\, the legal framework\, and evolving trends and best practices in this complex area. \nThis program will build on the foundational learning of the Osgoode Certificate in Fundamentals in Indigenous Peoples and Canadian Law. Although not a formal pre-requisite for registration\, completion of this certificate or significant previous training and/or work experience in this area is strongly recommended. \nSpace will be limited\, so register early! \nBursary – Indigenous Learners \nOsgoodePD Bursary for Indigenous Learners OsgoodePD offers financial assistance to individual learners who identify as Indigenous (defined as Status\, Non-Status\, Métis\, and Inuit). A limited number of bursaries are available\, and these will be awarded on a first-come\, first-served basis. \n 
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/the-osgoode-certificate-in-consultation-and-beyond-with-indigenous-peoples/
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CATEGORIES:Learning & Education
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SUMMARY:Performance Pendulum: Leadership Program
DESCRIPTION:This leadership program is designed to support skill development and capability across the eight requirements outlined in the Performance Pendulum™ framework. \nIdeal for: \n\nCurrent and emerging CEOs and Executive Directors\nHigh-potential social profit leaders looking to grow\n\nThis online program delivers: \n\nSector-specific insight\nActionable tools\nOpportunities for individual prioritization\, reflection and group discussion\n\nUpcoming Program Schedule: \n\nWednesday evenings at 7pm EST from March 25 – May 13\, 2026\n\nInvestment: \n\n$1\,600 CDN per person\, plus HST\n3-4 hours weekly time commitment including online sessions
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/performance-pendulum-leadership-program/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Giving & Leadership,Learning & Education,Work & Employment
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260328
DTSTAMP:20260430T115542
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SUMMARY:Keynote Speakers at Two Days of Canadian Sovereignty
DESCRIPTION:March 26\, 2026\n11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m.\nRFP 214/215\nTwo Days of Canadian Sovereignty Keynote Address featuring Professor Blayne Haggart \nProfessor of Political Science at Brock University. Dr. Haggart’s research focuses on the international political economy of knowledge\, particulary intellectual property rights\, data governance and Internet governance. His most recent book is The New Knowledge: Information\, Data and the Remaking of Global Power (Bloomsbury\, 2023)\, which he coauthored with Natasha Tusikov (York University). \nMarch 26\, 2026\n5:00-6:15 p.m.\nRFP 214/215\nTwo Days of Canadian Sovereignty Keynote Address featuring Professor P. Whitney Lackenbauer\, Trent University \nTier 1 Canada Research Chair in the study of the Canadian North and a Professor with the School for the Study of Canada at Trent University. Dr. Lackenbauer is one of Canada’s foremost experts on Arctic history and contemporary Northern policy. His many publications include The Joint Artic Weather Stations: Science and Sovereignty in the High Arctic\, 1946-1972 (with Daniel Heidt\, University of Calgary Press\, 2022. \nMarch 27\, 2026\n5:00-6:15 p.m.\nRFP 214/215\nTwo Days of Canadian Sovereignty Keynote Address featuring Professor Liam Midzain-Gobin \nAssociate Professor with the Department of Political Science at Brock University. His book Settler Colonial Sovereignty: Visions of Improvement and Indigenous Erasure was published in 2025 by McGill-Queen’s University Press.
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/keynote-speakers-at-two-days-of-canadian-sovereignty/
LOCATION:Brock University – Main Campus – Rankin Family Pavilion\, 1812 Sir Isaac Brock Way - Room 214/215\, St. Catharines\, ON\, L2T 4C3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Culture and Heritage,Learning & Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Centre for Canadian Studies%2C Brock University":MAILTO:canadianstudies@brocku.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260408T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260508T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115542
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SUMMARY:THE NON-PROFIT BLUEPRINT\, HR and Hiring: Building Capacity for Stronger Impact
DESCRIPTION:You’re doing meaningful work — but non-profits across Canada are experiencing unprecedented workforce instability driven by high turnover\, chronic staffing shortages\, reduced volunteer engagement\, rising burnout\, and increasing mental health concerns. These pressures directly impact organizational capacity\, service delivery\, and long-term sustainability. \nThis four-part series is designed to help non-profit leaders strengthen their organizations with practical\, usable strategies. Each 90-minute session focuses on a key area of resilience and growth: creative HR and hiring solutions\, donor communication for trust and retention\, using digitization and technology to secure funding\, and improving grant writing and reporting. \n\n\n\nHR and Hiring: Building Capacity for Stronger Impact\nPresenters: Marina Glencross and Sandra Stokes\, S&G HR Consulting \n\n\nDiscover practical HR strategies tailored for nonprofit organizations. Learn how to improve hiring\, retain great people\, and build stronger\, more resilient teams. Participants will leave with actionable ideas they can apply right away to better support their staff and mission. \n\n\n\nSessions take place at the Four Points by Sheraton St. Catharines\, 3530 Schmon Parkway\, Thorold \nRegistration: \nNon-profit organizations: $40/session plus tax \nFor more information and to register click here.
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/the-non-profit-blueprint-building-capacity-for-stronger-impact/
LOCATION:Four Points by Sheraton\, 3530 Schmon Pkwy\, Thorold\, Ontario\, l2v 4y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Giving & Leadership,Learning & Education,Work & Employment
ORGANIZER;CN="Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@gncc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260409T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260409T123000
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SUMMARY:Aging Well\, Living Fully: Biomechanics and Ergonomics for Sexual Well-Being
DESCRIPTION:Join Brock University for a free thoughtful\, practical session on sexual well-being as we age – an important (and often overlooked) part of overall health and quality of life. This session is designed for community members\, practitioners\, students\, and researchers who want to better support healthy aging – whether in their own lives or in their work with older adults. \nPresented by Dr. Richard Hughes\, this talk uses a respectful\, research-informed ergonomic approach to help match the physical demands of intimacy with the strength\, flexibility\, balance\, and comfort of both partners. Dr. Hughes will introduce basic principles of biomechanics and apply them to real-life questions\, including common age-related conditions such as arthritis\, as well as hip precautions following total hip replacement. \nThe session will include time for Q&A. \nThis event is free and open to the public\, but registration is required. Register Here \nFor more information\, please contact Ally Fast at afast@brocku.ca
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/aging-well-living-fully-biomechanics-and-ergonomics-for-sexual-well-being/
LOCATION:Canada Games Park\, 2021 Canada Game Way\, Thorold\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Belonging,Health and Wellness,Learning & Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T160000
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SUMMARY:The Niagara Older Adult Alliance (NOAA) Spring 2026 Lunch and Learn Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Niagara Older Adult Alliance (NOAA) Spring 2026 Lunch and Learn Forum will be hosted by the Town of Grimsby on Wednesday\, April 15\, 2026 from 11:30 am to 4:00 pm.  Registration begins at 11:15 am. A light lunch will be served at the start of the event. \nNOAA is an alliance of leaders from local municipal advisory committees across Niagara\, advocating for the interests of older people and age-friendly actions in their communities. It’s a great chance to connect\, share ideas\, and learn more about supporting our older adult community right here in Niagara. Whether you’re a member or just curious\, come along and be part of the conversation. \nTo join the NOAA group on April 15th and view the great line up of speakers\, register at this link: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/niagara-older-adult-alliance-noaa-spring-2026-forum-in-grimsby-tickets-1985239239005?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/the-niagara-older-adult-alliance-noaa-spring-2026-lunch-and-learn-forum/
LOCATION:Major Refrigeration Peach King Centre\, 162 Livingston Avenue\, Grimsby\, ON\, L3M 5P7
CATEGORIES:Belonging,Community Belonging,Health and Wellness,Learning & Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Niagara Older Adult Alliance (NOAA)":MAILTO:noaaniagara@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260423
DTSTAMP:20260430T115542
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Canada 2026
DESCRIPTION:The theme of Earth Day Canada’s 2026 media campaign is Conscious Consumption. It encourages us to consume less\, but better\, in order to reduce our impact on the planet while improving our quality of life\, without necessarily implying deprivation. \nThe Earth Day Canada campaign aims to encourage citizens\, municipalities\, organizations and businesses to commit to conscious practices\, whether they are energy-related\, material\, digital\, organizational\, behavioral or collective. The goal: to promote a simpler\, more inclusive and sustainable way of life\, aligned with planetary boundaries.
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/earth-day-canada-2026/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Belonging,Community Belonging,Environment,Health and Wellness,Learning & Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115542
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SUMMARY:THE NON-PROFIT BLUEPRINT\, From Ask to Impact: Communicating for Donor Trust and Retention
DESCRIPTION:You’re doing meaningful work — but non-profits across Canada are experiencing unprecedented workforce instability driven by high turnover\, chronic staffing shortages\, reduced volunteer engagement\, rising burnout\, and increasing mental health concerns. These pressures directly impact organizational capacity\, service delivery\, and long-term sustainability. \nThis four-part series is designed to help non-profit leaders strengthen their organizations with practical\, usable strategies. Each 90-minute session focuses on a key area of resilience and growth: creative HR and hiring solutions\, donor communication for trust and retention\, using digitization and technology to secure funding\, and improving grant writing and reporting. \nApril 22\nFrom Ask to Impact: Communicating for Donor Trust and Retention\nPresenter: Allie Hughes\, Chief Strategy Officer\, Delta4Digital \nRegistration: \nNon-profit organizations: $40/session plus tax \nFor more information and to register click here.
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/the-non-profit-blueprint-from-ask-to-impact-communicating-for-donor-trust-and-retention/
LOCATION:Four Points by Sheraton\, 3530 Schmon Pkwy\, Thorold\, Ontario\, l2v 4y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Giving & Leadership,Learning & Education,Work & Employment
ORGANIZER;CN="Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@gncc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T180000
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SUMMARY:Building Safer Communities Grant Program Impact Event
DESCRIPTION:Niagara Region is pleased to be hosting the Building Safer Communities Grant Program Impact Event to celebrate and share the successes of programs funded through the Building Safer Communities Grant Program. The Grant Program supported community-based initiatives for children\, youth\, and young adults who are at risk of gun and gang involvement. \nThis event is an opportunity to learn how funded services work together across the community to support young people and families\, with a focus on priority populations\, including Black youth\, girls and young women\, Indigenous youth\, and newcomer youth.
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/building-safer-communities-grant-program-impact-event/
LOCATION:MacBain Community Centre\, 7150 Montrose Road\, Niagara Falls\, Ontario\, L2H 3N3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Belonging,Community Belonging,Community Safety,Learning & Education,Safety and Security
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260507
DTSTAMP:20260430T115542
CREATED:20260224T214402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T155051Z
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SUMMARY:GO Open Data Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Common Ground: Building Canada’s Open Digital Foundation – May 5-6\, 2026 \nThis conference will bring together government leaders\, technology experts\, and open data practitioners to explore how shared digital infrastructure can support better decision-making\, stronger communities\, and a more resilient public sector. \nAcross Canada\, governments are investing in data\, platforms\, and analytics — but too often in isolation. This conference focuses on the common ground we need to build together: interoperable standards\, trusted data\, and open systems that allow information to flow securely across organizations and jurisdictions. \nThrough four core program areas\, the conference will examine how Canada can move from fragmented digital assets to a coherent\, open digital foundation: \nEvent Schedule \nMay 5\, 2026 (Virtual): Interactive Workshops and Technical Deep-Dives.\nMay 6\, 2026 (In-Person): Main Conference at Mississauga City Hall\, 12th Floor. \n2026 Conference Pillars: \n\nStandards as the Blueprint: Ensuring interoperability and data validation.\nSovereignty\, Security\, and Trust: Navigating ethics\, legalities\, and digital twins.\nPractical Implementation: Case studies and the business case for digital twins.\nAI as the Potential Bridge: Exploring AI as a data “glue” or a source of new challenges.\n\nCall for Submissions         \nConference organizers are seeking speakers to lead the conversation. They welcome proposals for technical/applied presentations (30 minutes in length) \nHow to Apply: please send your proposal or inquiry to conference@go-opendata.ca
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/go-open-data-conference-2026/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Learning & Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260505T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115542
CREATED:20260429T142942Z
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SUMMARY:Excel & Google Sheets: Level-Up Skills for Nonprofits - CICP Webinar 3
DESCRIPTION:Excel & Google Sheets: Level-Up Skills for Nonprofits is a webinar presented by the Charity Insights Canada Project (CICP) Community Education Centre at Carleton University. \nThis hands-on training event is designed specifically for nonprofit and charitable professionals who want to work smarter with their data. The  workshop goes beyond the basics\, showing you how to use powerful features in Excel and Google Sheets to analyze\, clean\, and manage information more effectively. \nIn this session\, you will learn: \n\nHow to use VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and the Google Sheet equivalent\nHow to identify and manage duplicates in your data\nPractical tips to make your spreadsheets work for you\n\nLeave with practical tools you can apply immediately to improve reporting\, tracking\, and decision-making in your organization. \nWebinar Information: \n\nDate: May 5th\, 2026\nTime: 1:00-2:00PM (EST)\nLanguage: English (closed captioning in English available after video recording is posted)\n\nTo register\, please complete the form at this link
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/excel-google-sheets-level-up-skills-for-nonprofits-cicp-webinar-3/
LOCATION:Onlne
CATEGORIES:Community Belonging,Learning & Education,Work & Employment
ORGANIZER;CN="Carleton University Community Education Centre":MAILTO:CICP.Research@cunet.carleton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260506T230000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115542
CREATED:20260327T190439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T190702Z
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SUMMARY:THE NON-PROFIT BLUEPRINT\, Digitization and Technology for Securing Funding
DESCRIPTION:You’re doing meaningful work — but non-profits across Canada are experiencing unprecedented workforce instability driven by high turnover\, chronic staffing shortages\, reduced volunteer engagement\, rising burnout\, and increasing mental health concerns. These pressures directly impact organizational capacity\, service delivery\, and long-term sustainability. \nThis four-part series is designed to help non-profit leaders strengthen their organizations with practical\, usable strategies. Each 90-minute session focuses on a key area of resilience and growth: creative HR and hiring solutions\, donor communication for trust and retention\, using digitization and technology to secure funding\, and improving grant writing and reporting. \nMay 6\nPresenter: Doris Fiander\, AI Strategy Advisor and Speaker\, Gowest.ai and Quantum Growth AI \nRegistration: \nNon-profit organizations: $40/session plus tax \nFor more information and to register click here. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/the-non-profit-blueprint-digitization-and-technology-for-securing-funding/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Giving & Leadership,Learning & Education,Work & Employment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260512T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260512T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115542
CREATED:20260324T172853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T173414Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Sport Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Youth Sport Summit is an applied event that aims to bring together sport\, physical activity\, and physical education professionals to understand best practices and learn from other like-minded experts. Whether you are a coach\, volunteer\, teacher\, or administrator that has a best practice\, lesson learned\, or key program/initiative to be highlighted–we want to hear from you. \nMarika Warner\, Director of Research and Insights\, Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) Launchpad is the keynote speaker for the event. \nRegistration closes May 7th\, 2026
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/youth-sport-summit/
LOCATION:Brock University\, 1812 Sir Isaac Brock Way\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learning & Education,Recreation & Sports
ORGANIZER;CN="Centre for Healthy Youth Development through Sport":MAILTO:chyds@brocku.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260520T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260520T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115542
CREATED:20260327T190732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T191053Z
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SUMMARY:THE NON-PROFIT BLUEPRINT\, Grant Writing and Reporting
DESCRIPTION:You’re doing meaningful work — but non-profits across Canada are experiencing unprecedented workforce instability driven by high turnover\, chronic staffing shortages\, reduced volunteer engagement\, rising burnout\, and increasing mental health concerns. These pressures directly impact organizational capacity\, service delivery\, and long-term sustainability. \nThis four-part series is designed to help non-profit leaders strengthen their organizations with practical\, usable strategies. Each 90-minute session focuses on a key area of resilience and growth: creative HR and hiring solutions\, donor communication for trust and retention\, using digitization and technology to secure funding\, and improving grant writing and reporting. \n\nMay 20\nGrant Writing and Reporting\nPresenters: Diana Cihak\, President and Senior Grant Writer\, and Julie Yates\, Executive Assistant\, Upper Edge Consulting\, LLC \n\nRegistration: \nNon-profit organizations: $40/session plus tax \nFor more information and to register click here. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/the-non-profit-blueprint-grant-writing-and-reporting/
LOCATION:Four Points by Sheraton\, 3530 Schmon Pkwy\, Thorold\, Ontario\, l2v 4y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Giving & Leadership,Learning & Education,Work & Employment
ORGANIZER;CN="Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@gncc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260526T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260526T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T115542
CREATED:20260426T231504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260426T234427Z
UID:24079-1779784200-1779814800@www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com
SUMMARY:Settlement & Gender-Based Violence (GBV): Culturally Responsive & Prevention-Focused Approaches in Newcomer Communities
DESCRIPTION:OCASI (Ontario Council of Agencies Serving Immigrants)\, in collaboration with Future Black Female and the Coalition to End Violence Against Women (CEVAW)\, invites you to this one-day Hybrid Forum.  See the Eventbrite registration page for additional information\, and to register. \nThe objective of the full-day professional development training forum is to support settlement service staff in better understanding how newcomer\, immigrant\, and refugee settlement challenges intersect with safety\, gender-based violence\, and experiences of trauma. The training aims to strengthen staff confidence in building safer spaces and in engaging clients through culturally safe\, trauma and violence-informed\, and prevention-focused approaches. The sessions will focus on practical strategies for early information-sharing\, early intervention\, and critical conversations that prioritize safety and client choice\, as well as coordinated responses and cross-sector collaboration that support newcomer well-being and prevent situations from escalating into crisis. \nSession 1: Settlement Realities and Early Support.\nSession 2: Culturally Safe Engagement and Prevention in Settlement Practice.\nSession 3: Early Settlement Education – Rights\, Responsibilities\, and Expectations in Canada.\nSession 4: Building Safer Pathways: Supporting Black Communities Through Settlement and GBV Response. \nThe deadline to register to attend in-person is May 18\, 2026. Light breakfast\, lunch\, refreshments\, & ASL/English/Interpreters will be provided. \nSpeakers: \nAna Ulloa (She/Her)\nSettlement Counsellor | Freelancer \nTehreem Zafar (She/Her)\nDirector | Health Equity and Newcomer Services | YWCA Hamilton \nRose Karborani (She/Her)\, Manager | Immigrant Settlement Services\, Case Management | Welcome Centre | Orientation to Ontario and International Student Facilitators Supervisor | BridgesNiagara.ca \nMaryann Macharia (She/Her)\nCommunity Engagement Lead | Future Black Female \nMonique Maison (She/Her)\nCommunity Engagement Worker | Future Black Female
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/settlement-and-gender-based-violence-gbv-culturally-responsive-and-prevention-focused-approaches-in-newcomer-communities/
LOCATION:White Oaks Resort & Spa\, 253 Taylor Road\, Niagara-on-the-Lake\, Ontario\, L0S 1J0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Belonging,Community Safety,Health and Wellness,Learning & Education
ORGANIZER;CN="OCASI%2C in collaboration with Future Black Female and Coalition to End Violence Against Women (CEVAW)":MAILTO:Tarana Sultan: tsultan@ocasi.org
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