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The much awaited Commissioner
of Oath is now available at our Brampton East office. A Commissioner of Oath can administer oaths, take affidavits and certify true copies.
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| Canada's biotechnology sector needs you |
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While Canada has, per capita, the highest proportion
of biotechnology firms in the world, there is a shortage of
the skills needed to drive those companies to success.
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Constantly develop your communication skills as they are
one of the key skills in life.
~Catherine Pulsifer
Don't forget your history nor your destiny
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Understanding the Unwritten Rule of Canadian Society 
Either you have no Canadian experience or you are over-qualified? Are you tired of hearing these responses?
When you get this response, it most probably means you need to work on your soft skills! You may ask why don't the employers tell you directly.
"Canadians, in general, avoid uncomfortable conditions and don't like to offend anyone", says Melissa Magder, Cross-Cultural Training Consultant.
Some employers may make the effort to tell you the truth, but will 'gift wrap' the message. That too, at least 3 to 5 layers! This means that they will say many positive things about you before and after the real message. As a newcomer to the country, you can easily feel that there is nothing wrong with you and that you are very good.
There are many other rules of the Canadian culture that may be playing a role in your job search. The good news is that an immigrant engineer, Lionel Laroche, has done extensive research on the subject and has put them in writing in his book "Recruiting, Retaining, and Promoting Culturally different employees". Even better news is that this book is now availble at each NIC locations for you to read. You can also order your own copy.
Email nic@tcet.com for any questions or feedback you might have. |
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Are you a newcomer Senior?  A special class is starting soon for all of you who are 55+. At this class, you will practice speaking English and overcome the hesitation you face. You will also learn many more things about living in Canada, for example, using bank services, internet and email.
The class will be held at NIC Malton. For more information, please email at nic@tcet.com or call 905-677-0007 ext 235. |
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Attention Newcomer Teens  The English Conversation Club for teens comes to NIC Mississauga. A great opportunity for you to practice the language of the country you are in! What more, a Counsellor will also be there to answer any of your questions regarding school system and bullying every Monday. For more information, contact nic@tcet.com or 905-279-0024 ext 1266. |
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As a woman in a new country, you may cope with many issues. Come and learn about parenting issues, public transportation, language, education and recreation activities.
Register for the upcoming cafe on October 5 at nic@tcet.com or call 905-677-0007 ext 233.
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ASK THE EXPERT
I am on visitor visa, I need help
 Q. I am on a visitor visa, can I use the services provided by the Newcomer Information Centre? Kareem from Brampton
A. Yes, absolutely. Our services are available to all including work-permit holders, citizens, PR card holders, refugees, people on visitor and student visas. NIC Counsellor
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Service providers can send submissions for the next month's newsletter at hkukreja@tcet.com.
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The Newcomer Information Centre is an innovative program that provides free settlement information to newcomers and residents from a number of accessible locations across Peel.
A smooth transition into Canadian life is critical to success and our program provides accurate referrals to make this happen. Clients work with friendly multi-lingual staff and get confidential counselling about employment, health, housing, education, language training and more. Counsellors speak Punjabi, Spanish, Arabic, Urdu, Tagalog, Farsi, Mandarin, Romanian, Croatian, Russian, Serbian, French, German, Polish, Swahili, Tamil, Hindi and Pashto.
Drop-by at any of our locations to speak with a counsellor. No appointment is required.
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