This training session will teach volunteers how to be successful interpreters. We will focus on procedures, as well as standards of practice and ethical principals. We are excited to bring on interpreters who speak: Amharic, Arabic, Spanish, and Tigrinya.
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Please join us for our 37th Annual Meeting from 10am to 12pm. Doors open at 9:30am for refreshments. Our theme this year is Breakthrough. 2024 has been an amazing year! During the Encore you will hear from our guest speaker Kristin Marshall, Staff Lawyer at the Canada-US Border Rights Clinic. Kristin will share about what
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We're excited to invite you to COMPASS Refugee Centre's Open House on April 4th, in recognition of Refugee Rights Day. Come discover the vital work we do at COMPASS and learn about our profound impact on the community. Explore the stories of resilience and triumph through our theme, Life Beyond Refuge, as we honor the
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We're excited to announce an exclusive FREE employment readiness workshop at the COMPASS Refugee Centre office! This event is open to all our clients, but please note that spaces are limited, so be sure to secure your spot soon. Join us for an enriching workshop facilitated by dedicated volunteers from PointClickCare. Engage in insightful discussions,
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What is World Refugee Day? World Refugee Day, observed annually on June 20, is an international event established by the United Nations to honor refugees worldwide. This day celebrates the resilience and bravery of individuals who have been compelled to leave their home countries to escape conflict or persecution. Why is World Refugee Day important?
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The Best Summer Event! Get ready for an unforgettable summer tradition—the Annual Summer Picnic Potluck! This festive gathering is open to everyone: clients, donors, volunteers, staff, and all our incredible community supporters. It's a time to come together, celebrate, and enjoy each other's company. Bring along a delicious food item, enough for 4-5 people to
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Join Us for a Free Safe City Cycling Workshop! Ready to boost your confidence and safety on city streets? Join COMPASS Refugee Centre on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at 10 AM for our Safe City Cycling workshop! This engaging, one-hour session—led by expert cycling instructor Bill Bean—will teach you how to navigate traffic safely, prevent bicycle theft, and more.
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Join this free webinar to learn about Service Canada. An expert will provide you the following: A general overview of Service Canada Employment Insurance Social Insurance Number Job Bank Canadian Dental Care Plan This workshop will be virtual and a link will be provided by email closer to the date.
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The Ride for Refuge is a family-friendly fundraising ride/walk held on Saturday, October 4, 2025. Join COMPASS as we move our hearts and our feet in solidarity. COMPASS + YOU = people getting the chance to have life beyond refuge. Check out all the details at: https://rideforrefuge.org/location/kitchenergrandriver. Join us. Walk. Ride. Fundraise. Donate. Volunteer.
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Please join for our 38th Annual Meeting: a time for information and inspiration! Time: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Doors open: 9:30am for light refreshments. Our theme for the past year, Life Beyond Refuge perfectly sums up the dream of each refugee claimant you support. Come hear first hand from clients and staff how your support
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Volunteers Make All the Difference! We warmly invite you to our Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon on Tuesday, April 28, 12:30 pm - 2:00pm . We look forward to expressing our gratitude in person with a tasty lunch, good company and a small gift for YOU! The end of our time will include an additional celebration with
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Are you new to Canada? This workshop will help you understand your legal rights and how to stay protected at work. In this session, you will learn how to: ✔ Understand your rights as a worker in Ontario ✔ Recognize unfair treatment and what to do ✔ Understand tribunals and administrative courts ✔ Find trusted
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