Catholic Social Services, Immigration and Settlement

Parents are often busy taking care of their children, so they forget to take care of themselves. When parents feel good, they can better support their children. Here are some simple self-care tips for parents:

- get enough sleep,
- eat healthy food,
- remember that you are doing your best,
- talk and connect with other parents.

For more self-care tips, click here: https://childmind.org/article/self-care-for-parents-tips-advice/

June has many activities for you to enjoy to help you feel connected and become part of Canadian society.

Rainbow Refugee is operated by the Newcomer's Centre for LGBTQ+ refugees.
https://newcomercentre.com/category/rainbow-refuge/

World Refugee Day will be celebrated by CSS on June 20th, please contact your Settlement Counsellor for more information.

Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society will celebrate National Indigenous People's Day on June 21st.
https://bentarrow.ca/

Many events will also take place for Canada Day on July 1st.
https://www.edmonton.ca/attractions_events/schedule_festivals_events/canada-day

Our Parenting in 2 Cultures program is offering the following workshop in June2026:

🔔 Taking Control of Anger (Arabic)
Date: Jun 30, 2026 - Aug 4, 2026
Time: Tuesdays, 10:00 AM - 1: 00 PM
Location: Catholic Social Services, 8212 118 Ave. NW

To register, call 780-391-3265.

Our parenting workshops are free of charge, and open to everyone. Child minding is provided. Please click on the link to register.

For any questions, call 780-392-3265 or send an email to [email protected]

Our Language Assessment, Referral, and Counselling Centre (LARCC) is offering the following FREE, online information sessions in June 2026:

🔔 June 16: Volunteer Options in Edmonton (ONLINE)
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/volunteer-options-in-edmonton-tickets-1002619811847?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

🔔 June 18: Credential Assessment for Newcomers (ONLINE)
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/credential-assessment-for-newcomers-tickets-1116015726079?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

🔔 June 25: Rehabilitation Professional Programs at the UofA (NEW)
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/rehabilitation-professional-programs-at-the-uofa-tickets-1986345103676?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

For questions, contact us at: [email protected]

Solomon College’s IT Service Technician Program is designed for you if you are a newcomer to Canada and are currently unemployed or working in a job that does not match your skills. This program helps you build new skills or improve the ones you already have so you can start a career in the IT field.

In this 5-month program, you will be prepared for entry-level IT jobs. You will learn key technical skills, including CompTIA A+ and Google AI Essentials. You will also improve your English communication skills for the workplace and gain practical experience needed to succeed in different IT work environments.

Reserve your free ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/it-service-technician-program-tickets-1987963591617?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

For inquires, email [email protected]

IT Service Technician Program An information session for newcomers to Canada about the new IT Service Technician Program For Newcomers offered by Solomon College.

As the days get longer and the weather starts to warm up, many parents begin updating their kids’ clothes for spring. Moving from heavy winter outfits to lighter clothes can feel tricky, especially with changing weather and growing children. But with a simple plan, this change can be a great chance to donate what no longer fits, and get outfits ready that keep your kids comfortable.

For more inspiration, click here: https://www.patpat.com/blogs/dress-guide/how-to-transition-kids-wardrobes-from-winter-to-spring

Our Parenting in 2 Cultures program is offering the following workshop in May 2026:

🔔 Parenting Teenagers in Canada
Date: May 19 to Jun 23
Time: Tuesdays, 10:00 AM - 1: 00 PM
Location: Catholic Social Services, 8212 118 Ave. NW

To register, click here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=pKLzZY5v4023Hwc_RCiJTLsDUf4-PEhNrMfDpanxeBZUOEtFQlRBMTdSWTJETFc5MENIUkhXS1pZWS4u&route=shorturl

Our parenting workshops are free of charge, and open to everyone. Child minding is provided. Please click on the link to register.

For any questions, call 780-392-3265 or send an email to [email protected]

Are you an Internationally Trained Nurse looking to practice in Alberta?

Get the clarity and confidence you need to start your nursing career in Alberta! The College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) will be providing a presentation about steps to registration in Alberta, the Substantial Equivalence Pathway, and other helpful information.

🗓️ May 21, 2026
⏰ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
📍 Stanley A. Milner (Downtown)

Seating is limited, please reserve your free ticket here: https://epl.bibliocommons.com/events/69e7e1d8deee9abd8ee885d7

Occupation of the month is a series offered in collaboration with the Edmonton Public Library.

Are you a newcomer with CLB 5+ looking for education and training opportunities in Edmonton?

Back by popular demand, the Language Assessment, Referral, and Counselling Centre (LARCC) of Catholic Social Services is hosting its annual Newcomer Education and Training Fair.

Learn about English classes and discover free education andtraining in Edmonton. Meet with schools, ask questions, and explore class options, schedules, and costs. Short, 15-minute, one-on-one educational counselling sessions will be available on a first-come first-served basis.

🗓️ Wednesday, June 10, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
📍 Catholic Social Services, 8212 118 Ave. NW

Space is limited, please reserve your free ticket here:

2026 Newcomer Education and Training Fair Are you a newcomer with CLB 5+ looking for education and training opportunities in Edmonton?

Be the source of comfort and support for your patients in this dynamic industry. Explore hybrid programs where you can learn online with instructor guidance and apply your skills in the lab. Earn a recognized diploma in 1 year or less!

Join us on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 1:00 pm to learn about the health care programs offered at Robertson College.

Some of the programs that will be covered in this session are:
- Health Care Aide Alberta
- Medical Clinic Unit Clerk
- Pharmacy Assistant
- Pharmacy Technician

Reserve your free ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/health-care-programs-at-robertson-college-tickets-1986269815487?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

For inquires, email [email protected].

Health Care Programs at Robertson College An information session for newcomers to Canada about the various health care courses offered at Robertson College.