Language Training/ESL One of the most important responsibilities for the newcomer(s) during the sponsorship Name In Progress Research different options for language training period is to improve their English through classes and conversations (i.e. courses, workshops, seminars, etc.) It is important that before the newcomer(s) looking for a job they need to have a Help newcomers register for the most strong knowledge in the English language. The sponsorship year is a great opportunity appropriate course (e.g., some ESL courses for the newcomer(s) to take advantage of English classes as well as social events to focus on language in the workplace related to a practice specific job; others are more general) Language classes are available through various types of organizations (educational institutions, non-profit organizations, local school boards, government organizations), and in various formats (community- based, workplace-focused) Newcomers may even want to consider distance education courses in English or tutoring with a private volunteer Your sponsorship budget should allow newcomers to take language classes when they first arrive rather than requiring them to begin working immediately TIP: the language assessment will make a recommendation of appropriate ESL classes for the newcomer(s) which may limit the options available to them for formal training. Legal Services Preparation Steps Key Considerations Assigned To Status Assist newcomers in researching different are various options when it comes to free or low-cost legal aid services; examples Name In Progress options for legal aid, if required during the year include of settlement Review rights and freedoms as a Canadian citizen If newcomer(s) has questions about their rights, suggest they look over the Canadian Encourage police to offer a workshop on Charter of Rights and Freedoms how the Canadian legal system works The Charter can help them review certain political rights of Canadian citizens and civil rights of everyone in Canada Knowing their rights can also help newcomer(s) feel comfortable in our country by reminding them of the freedom that each citizen has the right to A list of all Canadian citizen rights and responsibilities can found at this site. Additional Lethbridge legal aid resources and links Recreation Preparation Steps Key Considerations Assigned To Status
Language Training/ESL Research different options for language training (i.e. courses, workshops, seminars, etc.) Help newcomers register for the most appropriate course (e.g., some ESL courses focus on language in the workplace related to a specific job; others are more general) One of the most important responsibilities for the newcomer(s) during the sponsorship period is to improve their English through classes and conversations It is important that before the newcomer(s) looking for a job they need to have a strong knowledge in the English language. The sponsorship year is a great opportunity for the newcomer(s) to take advantage of English classes as well as social events to practice Language classes are available through various types of organizations (educational institutions, non-profit organizations, local school boards, government organizations), and in various formats (community- based, workplace-focused) Newcomers may even want to consider distance education courses in English or tutoring with a private volunteer Your sponsorship budget should allow newcomers to take language classes when they first arrive rather than requiring them to begin working immediately TIP: the language assessment will make a recommendation of appropriate ESL classes for the newcomer(s) which may limit the options available to them for formal training. Name In Progress Legal Services Preparation Steps Key Considerations Assigned To Status Assist newcomers in researching different options for legal aid, if required during the year of settlement Review rights and freedoms as a Canadian citizen Encourage police to offer a workshop on how the Canadian legal system works are various options when it comes to free or low-cost legal aid services; examples include If newcomer(s) has questions about their rights, suggest they look over the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms The Charter can help them review certain political rights of Canadian citizens and civil rights of everyone in Canada Knowing their rights can also help newcomer(s) feel comfortable in our country by reminding them of the freedom that each citizen has the right to A list of all Canadian citizen rights and responsibilities can found at this site. Additional Lethbridge legal aid resources and links Name In Progress Recreation Preparation Steps Key Considerations Assigned To Status
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