Program Emotional Intelligence for Children

EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE FOR CHILDREN

A training program in Spanish for children ages 8 to 12

This program uses group activities and games to improve communication skills and abilities of children, support them to problem solve conflict, manage their emotions and promote values such as respect, solidarity and cooperation.

Parents will receive orientation during the program to work with their children to strengthen learning of these techniques and maintain good coordination between school and home settings.  Emotional Intelligence abilities will ensure positive socialization of children and success in various life situations. 

Bridge Training Program is Recruiting Students

Pathways to Employment in Canadian Mental Health:
Bridge Training for Internationally Trained Psychologists and Allied Mental Health Professionals

Pathways to Employment in Canadian Mental Health is a program that integrates academic training for mental health practice in Ontario, occupation-specific language and workplace communication, and supervised clinical training that provides meaningful Canadian work experience. This program combines the requirements of employers seeking skilled staff and the desire of internationally educated professionals seeking a rapid and effective integration into Canadian workplaces.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Internationally trained professionals
• A minimum of two years of direct work experience in clinical psychotherapy /clinical counselling /community mental health work
• Undergraduate or graduate degree in psychology or a related field, where a significant component is clinical psychology (for ex. counselling, education, social work, medicine, divinity). Individuals with degrees from Canada or the USA are not eligible
• Canadian Language Benchmark level of 7/8 or better (CLB ELTPA Score 7, TOEFL 80, IELTS 6.5)
• Highly motivated and able to commit. Program runs ten months, full-time

The sixth cohort will start classes on April 8, 2013. Deadline for applications is March 11.

We will be hosting an Information Session on Thursday, February 7, 6:00 pm at the North York office located: 2737 Keele Street, Unit 9

For more information about the program please read Program Flyer or visit the Bride Training Program website.

Social Entrepreneurship Training

Five training sessions in Spanish on Social Entrepreneurship in November and December. 

Program Starts: November 21, 2012

Time: 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Location: 2737 Keele Street, Unit 9

To register contact: Eduardo Garay

(647) 567-9025

egaray@mnlct.org

Three training sessions in English on Social Entrepreneurship in November 

Program runs: November 10, 17 & 24

Location: 2600 Birchmount Rd.

Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm

To register contact: Eduardo Garay

(647) 567-9025

egaray@mnlct.org

Public Speaking Training for Volunteers

We are inviting all our volunteers of 2011 & 2012 to join us for a special session on Public Speaking hosted by the Mennonite New Life Centre and the Liberty Village Toastmasters Group.

If English is your second language and you want to improve your ability to speak in public, join us!

For more information, please contact: Jessica Farias – jfarias@mnlct.org

Student Loan Repayment Workshop

We are inviting newcomers to Canada to a free workshop on Student Loan Repayment

This presentation will include:

•  Where, when & how to make payments
•  Interest rates for Canada student loans
•  Repayment assistance plan
•  Revision of terms: reduce our payment
•  Lifetime limits on student financial assistance

Mennonite New Life Centre

Date: Thursday, August 30, 2012

Time: 1:30-3:00pm

Location: 2600 Birchmount Road, Scarborough

To participate please call: 416-291-3248

Facilitator: Lingling Zhu * Please bring your PR card for registration

Languages of workshop: Mandarin & English

New to Canada and looking for work?

Job Search Starts With a Plan

Steps of Job Search Plan:

• Self-Analysis
• Career Research
• Developing Job Search Materials
• Targeted Job Searching
• Follow-up

Other skills to discuss: Transferable Skills, Group Skills, Communication Skills & Volunteer Opportunities. 

Mennonite New Life Centre

Date: Thursday, August 9, 2012

Time: 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Location: 2737 Keele Street, Unit 9 North York

 To register, please call: 416-291-3248 ext. 27 * jfarias@mnlct.org

Information Session on Immigration Changes

Join us to learn more about changes in Immigration Policy and how it may impact those applying for Canadian Citizenship, as well as access to health services for refugees.

Mennonite New Life Centre – North York Site

Tuesday, July 31 * 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

@ 2737 Keele Street, Unit 9

Registration with Luis Alberto Mata

lmata@mnlct.org * 647 776 2057 x 305

Information Session on Employment Insurance & Training Opportunities

Join us for an informative session on the recent changes to Employment Insurance Legislation and how it will impact you.

Do you want to re-train?

Thinking about going to college?

Beth Cook, Community Outreach & Immigrant Services,  will also speak about Occupation-specific language training, Bridging programs and admission requirements for continuing education at Humber College. 

Mennonite New Life Centre – North York Site

Saturday, June 21 * 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

@ 2737 Keele Street, Unit 9

Registration with Luis Alberto Mata

lmata@mnlct.org * (647) 776 2057 x 305

Resume Writing & Critique Workshop

Resume Writing & Critique Workshop

 Do you like to know the format for a Canadian resume?

 Do you like to know how to write a Canadian resume?

 Do you like to get help with your resume?

If you answered “Yes” to either of those questions, then come join our workshop

Please come with your Permanent Resident Card

If you need resume critique on the spot, don’t forget your resume

Date: Thursday, July 26

Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 noon

Location: 2600 Birchmount Road, Scarborough

(Birchmount & Huntingwood)

For register please call: 416-291-3248

Languages: English & Mandarin

Newcomer Youth Group

 Newcomer Youth Group Meets Once a Month

Are you between 13 to 20 year of age?

Have you been living in Canada for less than 5 years?

Do you want to have fun on Fridays?  Learn new things?

This is your invitation!!

Join Us! 

*   PRESENTATION ON YOUTH ISSUES

*   ART & DRAWING WORKSHOP

*   MUSIC & DANCE

*   MOVIES

*  COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER HOURS

Organized by Mennonite New Life Centre @ 2737 Keele Street, Unit 9

Time: 4:00 – 6:00 pm 

Every last Friday of each month.

Contact Ana Martinez to register

amartinez@mnlct.org * 647-776-2057