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SUMMARY:Know Your Tenant Rights
DESCRIPTION:Empower yourself with knowledge that protects your home.\nJoin us for Know Your Tenant Rights\, a free virtual webinar designed to help tenants understand the laws\, processes\, and protections available under Ontario’s housing system. \nWhat You Will Learn.\nThis session will provide a clear introduction to key tenant rights and landlord responsibilities\, including: \n\nIntroduction to the Residential Tenancies Act\nUnderstanding the Landlord and Tenant Board\nRepairs and maintenance\nUnlawful entry\nIllegal rent or charges\nArrears\nEviction notices\n\nThe session will be provided in both English and Spanish. \nLa sesión se ofrecerá tanto en inglés como en español. \nWebinar hosted by COMPASS Refugee Centre\, in partnership with Waterloo Region Community Legal Services.
URL:https://compassrefugee.ca/event/know-your-tenants-rights/
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SUMMARY:Eastwood Neighbourhood Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a neighbourhood meet\, greet\, and eat!\nCome connect with your neighbours in a warm\, welcoming setting and enjoy a delicious shared meal together. \nDinner will be generously catered by COMPASS Refugee Centre. Halal\, vegan\, and gluten‑free options are available upon request. \nFamilies are welcome to attend with children (please note that childcare is not provided).\nFree on‑site parking is available. \nMore than a meal — a doorway into community!\nAt this gathering\, you’ll have the chance to meet Canadian neighbours who can become so much more than friendly faces.\nThey may become mentors who guide you through education\, reference people who support your job search\, or even your first close friends in your new country. These relationships can open doors\, build confidence\, and help you feel rooted and supported as you begin your life in Canada. \nEveryone is welcome — all languages\, all backgrounds.\nYou don’t need to speak English to feel included\, valued\, and at home. \nCome share a meal.\nCome build connections.\nCome grow your community.
URL:https://compassrefugee.ca/event/eastwood-neighbourhood-dinner/
LOCATION:Eastwood Community\, 1414 King Street East\, Kitchener\, ON\, N2G 4T8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Building connections: Welcome Lunch for Parents and Teens
DESCRIPTION:Courageous Welcome Lunch: Building Connections for Parents and Teens\nSaturday\, July 25\, 12:00–3:00 p.m.\nCOMPASS Refugee Centre\, Kitchener\nWhat to Expect:\n– Hands‑on table activities for parents and youth \n– Creative art and interactive games led by GRFS youth mentors (high school & university students) \n– Free catered Turkish lunch provided by Sona\, a local Turkish‑owned business \n– Free and convenient parking lot \nWhy This Event Matters?\nGoing through the refugee claim process is hard! This gathering is designed to bring refugee claimant parents and their teens (ages 14–18) together with local youth mentors in a relaxed\, welcoming space. It marks the first partnership event between COMPASS Refugee Centre and Grand River Friendship Society (GRFS)\, a new collaboration focused on belonging and youth mental well‑being. By creating a safe\, friendly environment to talk\, play\, and create together\, we aim to strengthen youth collaboration\, build confidence\, and a sense of belonging in the community. \nCome sit with us! Whether you’re new to the area or looking to meet other families\, you’re invited to share food\, conversation\, and creativity with us. Everyone is welcome. Come as you are.
URL:https://compassrefugee.ca/event/building-connections-welcome-lunch-for-parents-teens/
LOCATION:COMPASS Refugee Centre\, 230 – 675 Queen Street South\, Kitchener\, ON\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Welcome to Kindergarten: Free Parent Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Is your child starting school soon?\nJoin us for a warm and supportive virtual workshop designed to help families feel confident and prepared for this exciting milestone. \nIn this session\, you will: \n\nGain a clear understanding of the school curriculum\nLearn how to prepare your child for a smooth and positive start\nDiscover simple\, fun activities to build early reading skills at home\n\nWhether this is your child’s first time in school or you’re looking for ways to support their success\, this workshop will provide practical tips and guidance you can use right away. \nFree to attend. Spanish translation available! \nHosted by COMPASS Refugee Centre in partnership with Kitchener-Waterloo Legal Services.
URL:https://compassrefugee.ca/event/welcome-to-kindergarten-free-parent-presentation/
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