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French Services for Newcomers

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Arrive - RBC

Built by newcomers for newcomers, Arrive is your single source for what you need to succeed in Canada: from banking and budgeting to finding accommodation to how to stand out in your job search. Wherever you are on your journey, the Arrive App is with you every step of the way.

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Newcomers to Canada - RBC

As one of Canada’s largest banks—with over 150 years serving newcomers—we have learned what you need when you first arrive in Canada.

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End Racism & Islamophobia Session

Join the Space in Solidarity and Commitment to Change

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Listen to NFAMC Executive Director Emily Kovacs on Newstalk 610 CKTB raise awareness on Internationally Educated Health Professionals (IEHP's)

The NFAMC is raising awareness on Internationally Educated Health Professionals (IEHP's) and advocating for their inclusion into the Canadian workplace.

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Internationally trained health-care professionals unable to help in COVID-19 fight. Here’s why

Canada is in its third wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, with emergency and intensive care departments struggling to cope with the number of cases. Yet there continues to be an untapped resource in the fight against the pandemic: internationally educated health professionals (IEHP).

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Welcome to Niagara

Choosing a new home, moving there, and finding a job can be challenging for newcomers to Canada. In Niagara Canada there is plenty of support to help you make this experience as easy as possible. There is help when you are planning to arrive and when you are ready to make your home here.

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Equal Chance

Give an #EqualChance to all doctors. Take action against the unfair barriers faced by internationally trained medical doctors in Canada. Request equity based changes in the pathway to practice medicine for these doctors by joining #EqualChance.

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Meridian Credit Union

Investment, Mortgage, Loans, Savings and Chequing Accounts Tailored to You.

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ਕੋਵਿਡ-19 ਵੈਕਸੀਨਾਂ ਬਾਰੇ ਤੱਥ

ਟੀਕਾਕਰਣ ਤੁਹਾਡੀ ਸਿਹਤ ਦੀ ਰੱਖਿਆ ਕਰਨ ਦਾ ਇਕ ਸਭ ਤੋਂ ਪ੍ਰਭਾਵਸ਼ਾਲੀ ਢੰਗ ਹੈ। ਵੈਕਸੀਨਾਂ ਬਿਮਾਰੀ ਦੇ ਖਿਲਾਫ ਸੁਰੱਖਿਆ ਵਿਕਸਿਤ ਕਰਨ ਲਈ ਸਰੀਰ ਦੀਆਂ ਕੁਦਰਤੀ ਰੱਖਿਆਵਾਂ ਨਾਲ ਕੰਮ ਕਰਦੀਆਂ ਹਨ। ਕੋਵਿਡ-19 ਵੈਕਸੀਨਾਂ ਤੁਹਾਡੇ ਸਰੀਰ ਦੇ ਇਮਿਊਨ ਸਿਸਟਮ ਨੂੰ ਕੋਵਿਡ-19 ਦਾ ਕਾਰਨ ਬਣਨ ਵਾਲੇ ਵਾਇਰਸ ਨੂੰ ਪਛਾਣਨ ਅਤੇ ਉਨ੍ ਹਾਂ ਨਾਲ ਲੜਨ ਲਈ ਨਿਰਦੇਸ਼ ਦਿੰਦੀਆਂ ਹਨ।

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The facts about COVID-19 vaccines

Vaccination is one of the most effective ways to protect your health. Vaccines work with the body's natural defenses to develop protection against a disease. COVID-19 vaccines provide instructions to your body's immune system to recognize and fight off the virus that causes COVID-19.

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COVID-19 communication resources

Find resources in multiple languages to help local communication efforts in responding to COVID-19

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COVID-19 Vaccine: Multi-Language Information

The COVID-19 vaccine is the most effective way to protect yourself and others from getting the virus, in addition to wearing masks, washing hands and staying at least two metres away from others. Here are some multi-language bulletins to bring you the vaccination facts. It’s important you have the correct information, so that when it’s your turn to get the vaccine you can make an informed decision.

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حقائق عن لقاحات مرض كوفيد-19

التطعيم أو التلقيح هو من أنجع الوسائل لحماية صحتك. تعمل اللقاحات مع األجهزة ُ الدفاعية الطبيعية للجسم لكسب المناعة ضد المرض. تعطي اللقاحات المضادة لمرض كوفيد-19 تعليمات إلى جهاز المناعة في جسمك للتعرف على الفيروس المسبب لمرض كوفيد-19 ومكافحته.

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Los hechos sobre las vacunas contra la COVID-19

La vacunación es uno de los mejores medios para proteger nuestra salud. Las vacunas actúan sobre los mecanismos de defensa naturales de nuestro organismo para protegernos contra una enfermedad. Las vacunas contra la COVID-19 proporcionan a nuestro sistema inmunitario instrucciones para reconocer y combatir al virus que causa esta enfermedad.

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关于COVID-19疫苗的事实信息

接种疫苗是保护您健康的最有效方法之一。疫苗与人体的自然防御系统相互 协作,形成对疾病的抵抗力。COVID-19疫苗为您的身体提供指示讯息,使免 疫系统识别并击退导致COVID-19的病毒.

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Internationally Educated Health Professionals an Untapped Resource in Ontario

Ontario is home to thousands of skilled internationally educated nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals, many of whom are currently not employed or are underemployed in health care, despite being licensed to practice in the countries where they were trained.

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Internationally trained doctors forced to sit on the sidelines as Ontario battles pandemic’s third wave

Hospitals refuse to call on the thousands of internationally trained doctors in Canada.

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COVID-19 Awareness Toolkit

COVID-19 continues to be a serious public health threat. Health Canada has authorized COVID-19 vaccines for use in Canada, supported by evidence that they are safe and effective. The Public Health Agency of Canada has released this toolkit as a resource to Canadians.

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Sample Feedback Language

This guide offers tips on how to use the correct language to convey our messages.

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Facilitating Networking Opportunities for your Mentee

Networking is an important component of the mentoring relationship. This document suggests ways you can help your mentee prepare for networking, as well as tips on who they could meet to expand their network.

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Sample Agenda for Mentorship Meetings

You can use these examples as inspiration for your meetings with your mentor or mentee. The focus of your meetings will depend on the goals that you set together during your first meeting.

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Mentoring Basics for Mentors

This guide details helpful skills, techniques, and activities a mentor could engage a mentee in.

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Supporting your Mentee to Overcoming Roadblocks

This module focuses on some of the roadblocks your mentee may face at different stages in their job search.

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Coaching your mentee for their job interview

This module is designed to guide you on how you can support your mentee in preparing for job interviews.

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Toronto For All (public education initiative)

Toronto For All is a public education initiative to generate dialogue among Toronto residents in order to create a city that says “no” to all forms of discrimination and racism, including systemic racism.

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Conseil scolaire catholique

Comme son nom l’indique, le Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir a pour raison d’être première l’élève, qu’il propulse vers l’atteinte de ses plus hautes aspirations. L’éducation de haut niveau, la foi catholique et un milieu de vie francophone forment le socle d’où chaque enfant peut s’élancer pour devenir un citoyen du monde épanoui et confiant en sa capacité de vivre selon un idéal élevé.

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Le Conseil des écoles publiques de l’Est de l’Ontario (CEPEO)

Ensemble, ils ont à cœur d’assurer le bien-être inclusif des apprenants, de s’ouvrir sur le monde de façon dynamique, de mettre en place des approches pédagogiques novatrices, d’être visionnaires à l’égard du développement durable et de se construire une identité vibrante.

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Le Conseil scolaire public du Grand Nord de l’Ontario

Le Conseil scolaire public du Grand Nord de l’Ontario, conscient de la nécessité d’un environnement sain, en collaboration avec ses communautés, fournit une éducation publique de langue française de la plus grande qualité afin de développer chez chaque élève les compétences et les valeurs qui lui permettront de réaliser son plein potentiel et d’assumer sa place comme citoyen et citoyenne du monde.

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Le Conseil scolaire public du Nord-Est de l’Ontario (CSPNE)

Le Conseil scolaire public du Nord-Est de l'Ontario (CSPNE) offre une éducation de langue française de la petite enfance jusqu'à la réussite des études secondaires et s'engage à former des citoyennes et des citoyens responsables.

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L’ABC Communautaire

Notre centre d’éducation pour adultes a été créé en 1988. Cette création faisait suite à une étude de besoins effectuée à l’été 1987 par l’ACFO Niagara et dont les conclusions de l’étude étaient nettement favorables à l’idée de mettre sur pied un centre d’alphabétisation pour les adultes francophones du Niagara.

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Collège Boréal

Le Collège Boréal reconnait que poursuivre des études c'est une décision personnelle et chaque situation est unique. Pour ces raisons, Boréal vous offre de nombreux programmes et modes de livraison qui répondent à vos besoins de formation. Temps plein, temps partiel, en ligne ou en personne, Boréal est ici pour vous !

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La Boîte à soleil

La Boîte à soleil est une garderie coopérative francophone qui a ouvert son premier centre à Welland en 1982. Au fils des ans, plusieurs garderies ont ouvert leurs portes dans des écoles francophones. Aujourd’hui nous offrons nos programmes de garderie et nos programmes avant et après l’école dans toute la région du Niagara alors venez nous visiter ou jouer avec nous en français du lundi au vendredi de 7h à 5h45!

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Conseil scolaire Viamonde

À Viamonde, tout élève peut développer son plein potentiel quels que soient ses besoins particuliers et ses habiletés d'apprentissage. Dans chacune de nos écoles, des professionnels dévoués et compétents encadrent les élèves dans une atmosphère favorisant la croissance et le succès de chaque jeune.

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Éducation en langue française en Ontario

Dans le but de favoriser la réussite, les conseils scolaires catholiques et publics de langue française, les collèges d’arts appliqués et de technologie de langue française et les universités, offrent plusieurs programmes et services novateurs.

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The facts about COVID-19 vaccines

Vaccination is one of the most effective ways to protect your health. Vaccines work with the body’s natural defences to develop protection against a disease. COVID-19 vaccines provide instructions to your body’s immune system to recognize and fight off the virus that causes COVID-19.

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Vaccines for COVID-19

Free vaccines will be available to everyone who lives in Canada. Provinces and territories have developed detailed vaccination rollout plans for their residents

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How to find a mentor in Canada: Tips for newcomers

For many newcomers in Canada, finding a job and getting back in their field of work feels like an uphill task. While it does take effort (and patience) to find meaningful employment, there are various resources and tools available that you, as a newcomer, can leverage to ease your job search journey. One such incredibly valuable resource is a mentor.

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ICCRC Complaints Process

The Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council (ICCRC) is the national regulatory body designated by the government of Canada to regulate professionals who provide Canadian immigration consulting, Canadian citizenship consulting, and international student advising services.

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Consumer Guide

Questions to ask your Immigration Consultant.

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Legal Services for Newcomers

The Canadian legal system protects you in many different areas of your life. Find information about your legal rights and responsibilities and how to get legal help.

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Evaluations and Fees - Professional License or Certification

World Education Services (WES) is North America's trusted leader in credential evaluation services.

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Newcomers to Canada: Support for mental health and well-being

Mental health refers to how we think, feel and behave. It is an important part of our overall health.

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Mental Health Resources for Newcomers and Immigrants in Ontario

This website has mental health resources that may be of specific interest to immigrants and newcomers in Ontario.

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Mental Health Commission of Canada

The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) leads the development and dissemination of innovative programs and tools to support the mental health and wellness of Canadians.

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Newcomer Services

Find newcomer services near you.

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Initiative to End Gender-Based Violence

Initiative to End Gender-Based Violence in Immigrant and Refugee Communities

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Building Blocks for Newcomers: A Guide on Volunteering

By volunteering, you can give your time and skills to the causes and issues that matter to you. Volunteering is a way to get connected to the people and places where you live and can really help you get settled into your new life.

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A Newcomers Guide to Volunteering in Niagara

A Newcomer’s (Quick) Guide to Volunteering in Niagara.

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The Value of Volunteering Wheel

The Value of Volunteering Wheel illustrates the many benefits of volunteering to building confidence, competence, connections, and community. It also serves as a portal to research that examines the social and economic value to organizations, neighbourhoods, businesses, society-at-large and to volunteers themselves.

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5-Step Volunteer Application Process

How to get started volunteering with the Niagara Folk Arts Multicultural Centre.

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Centre for Addiction & Mental Health (CAMH)

Centre for Addiction and Mental Health: Information on addiction and mental health.

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City of St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

Provides information on the city’s political, cultural and recreational life including elections and social and recreational activities offered throughout the year such as ice skating, swimming, cooking and fitness classes.

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St. Catharines Public Library

Find out what is happening at the library and what programs are offered for children and adults.

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City of Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada

Get information on Visiting, Tourism, getting to the Falls and more.

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Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Helps residents of Niagara to find information about the programs, services and activities of hundreds of organizations and associations in the region. Includes a database of available volunteer positions. Welcome to Information Niagara.

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St. Catharines Transit Commission

Provides information on the local bus service, including schedules, route map and cost.

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Niagara Transit

Provides information on the local bus service, including schedules, route map and cost.

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The Standard (Daily Newspaper)

The newspaper online includes all articles; however, not all advertisement from the classified section (ie. advertisements for employment, housing etc.) are online. St. Catharines Standard, Niagara Region, Sun Media – Ontario, CA.

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Niagara Falls Review (Daily Newspaper)

The newspaper online includes all articles; however, not all advertisement from the classified section (ie. advertisements for employment, housing etc.) are online. Niagara Falls Review – Ontario, CA.

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The Coalition to End Violence Against Women

CEVAW is a collective voice of organizations from the Niagara Region that is working toward ending violence against women by raising public awareness, educating, sharing information, networking and identifying and breaking down systemic barriers that perpetuate violence.

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Ministry of Health and Long Term Care

Ministry of Health and Long Term Care

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The National Institute of Mental Health

The mission of NIMH is to transform the understanding and treatment of mental illnesses through basic and clinical research, paving the way for prevention, recovery, and cure.

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Niagara Multilingual Prevention and Education Problem Gambling Program

Information in various languages on problem gambling and prevention strategies Gamb-ling.com – News.

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YMCA of Niagara

We are one of the founding YMCAs in Canada, celebrating 150 years of service to the Niagara community in 2009. Thousands of volunteers, leaders and youth have found the YMCA the place to build character and gain values-based experiences. The YMCA of Niagara is a charity, open to all, providing leadership and opportunities for people and their community to grow in spirit, mind, and body.

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Citizenship and Immigration Canada

Provides information relating to immigration and citizenship including policy and regulations, the new immigration act, research, statistics, news, publications and the addresses of visa offices abroad. The site contains various application forms (ie. Work permit, sponsorship, citizenship, permanent resident card etc.)

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Government of Canada

This is the central website of the Government of Canada and gateway to all federal government departments Government of Canada Site | Site du gouvernement du Canada.

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Government of Ontario, Canada

This is the central website of the Government of Ontario and gateway to all provincial government departments. Government of Ontario, Canada | Gouvernement de l’Ontario, Canada.

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Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development

Information about Canada’s foreign policy and addresses of embassies abroad. Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada (DFATD) | Affaires étrangères, Commerce et Développement Canada (MAECD).

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Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB)

Provides information on acts, rules and regulations pertaining to immigrants and refugees. Also contains information and research on country of origin that can help refugees prepare for their IRB hearing. The site will soon offer an electronic version of the Personal Information Form (PIF).

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Canadian Passport Office

Provides information and downloadable application forms for Canadian passports. Also contains addresses of passport offices across Canada and information on how to report a lost or stolen passport. There is also information on Canadian travel documents for refugees and stateless persons.

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Canada Job Bank

Listings of locally available jobs.

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Job Gym

Listings of jobs in the Niagara Region. The Job Gym has been successfully connecting Job Seekers and Employers in Niagara for over 15 years. Job Gym: Working out a future!

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Employment Help Centre

The Employment Help Centre works everyday to move individuals towards a better life. Our clients come from all walks of life but our mission and values remain the same. At each of our locations within the West Niagara Region, the EHC offers a variety of services to assist individuals with their job search. Our services are free and confidential.

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Monster Canada

A Canadian website for employment search and posting resume. Find Jobs. Build a Better Career. Find Your Calling.

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Workopolis

Our commitment is to provide our employees with a professional, respectful, fun and inspiring environment in which to expand their career potential. We are also committed to transforming the recruitment industry by launching innovative new ways for employers and candidates to find and get to know each other better online.

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Kelly Services Canada

We’ll help you simplify your tasks, focus on your goals, and achieve success. That’s because we’re a leading workforce solutions provider that brings the best employees and employers together.

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Manpower Staffing

Every day, thousands of people turn to Manpower to find a new job. It’s your turn to achieve more than you’ve ever imagined.

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Charity Village Job Search

Find your next position on Canada’s favourite site for nonprofit professionals.

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Niagara College

Niagara College is a College of Applied Arts and Technology within the Niagara Region of Southern Ontario. The College has three campuses: Welland Campus, Niagara-on-the-Lake Campus and Niagara Falls Campus.

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Canadian Information Centre for International Credential

Whether you want to study in Canada or work in Canada, CICIC will assist and inform you about foreign credential recognition and the assessment of diplomas and qualifications in Canada.

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District School Board of Niagara

District School Board of Niagara (DSBN) is a school board in the public school system of Ontario, Canada, in the Regional Municipality of Niagara. Its head office is in St. Catharines.

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Niagara Catholic District School Board

The Niagara Catholic District School Board (NCDSB) is a school board in the public separate school system of Ontario, Canada, in the Regional Municipality of Niagara. Its head office is in Welland.

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Brock University

Brock is a place where left-brain and right-brain thinking come together. Students develop rational/analytical thinking in concert with their emotional/creative sides. We view community involvement as crucial to developing intelligent, well-rounded members of society.

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Our Mission

We celebrate and promote cultural, social and economic inclusion and well-being of all immigrants and newcomers.

Our Vision

We are a gateway to equitable, respectful and welcoming communities for immigrants and newcomers in Niagara.

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