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Community Connections

Are you new to Canada and Halton? We offer free programs for newcomers who are looking to settle in Halton region in Canada. Our programs will help you make new social connections, meet new friends, improve your skills and learn about life in Canada.

 

Register for any of our free programs below. We are looking forward to meeting you!

Community Connections programs and events are free and designed to help you:

  • Learn about life in Canada
  • Meet new friends and newcomers alike
  • Engage with your community
  • Build social connections
  • Learn about other programs and events available in your community
  • Improve your English conversation skills in a relaxed atmosphere
  • Build your speaking confidence
  • Learn new skills for work or personal growth

Conversation Circles for newcomers

Make friends and get to know your community, improve your English and learn more about day-to-day life in Canada. Program is held in English, in-person in Oakville, Burlington and Milton.

Register here

Conversation Circles for Seniors

Make friends and get to know your community, improve your English and learn more about day-to-day life in Canada. Program is held in English, on-line for senior newcomers every Thursday.

Register here

Computer Literacy for newcomers

Improve your computer literacy skills!

Join us in our Milton office to learn and practice new computer literacy skills every Friday from 10am – 11am.

Register here

Digital Skills for Seniors

Want to stay connected? Join our free Digital Skills Program designed just for seniors, on-line and in-person (Milton and Oakville)!

Program starts September 2025

Register here

Sewing Machine in Burlington

This 3-week free program is designed for newcomers who want to build or enhance their sewing and alterations skills. Participants will gain hands-on experience in sewing techniques and learn the fundamentals of starting and running a small business in Canada.

Program starts November 2025

Register here

Sewing Machine in Milton

This 3-week free program is designed for newcomers who want to build or enhance their sewing and alterations skills. Participants will gain hands-on experience in sewing techniques and learn the fundamentals of starting and running a small business in Canada.

Program starts January 2026

Register here
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Need more information?

For more information about our free Community Connections programs for newcomers contact us at:

 

Tel.:905-333-3499 x 208

TF:1-888-315-5521

Email: hind.kassem@centreforskills.ca

Our programs and services are funded by the Government of Canada / Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada