FEBRUARY RECOGNITION COUNTS INFORMATION SESSIONS
Register to attend the recognition Counts information session on February 15th at 2 pm and February 24th at 6 pm.
Topics:
- Information on Recognition Count’s loans for skilled immigrants.
- Hear about newcomers who have been successful in getting back to their careers.
- Valuable resources on Canadian workplace culture and integration.
- Tips to achieve financial stability as a skilled newcomer.
Webpage with registration links: https://seedwinnipeg.ca/news/entry/upcoming-recognition-counts-webinar
Warmly,
Lizeth Ardila
lizeth@seedwinnipeg.ca
(204) 927-9924
She/Her
Marketing Coordinator, RECOGNITION COUNTS
MANITOBA MUSEUM: Join for Black History in Canada virtual programs.
Check out Manitoba Museum website for more information about the FREE Black History in Canada Virtual events. These events will be presented via Zoom, on Wednesday, February 9 and Wednesday February 23. Learn more here:
https://manitobamuseum.ca/event/community-voices-black-history-in-canada-virtual-field-trip-feb-9
Join again live on Zoom or Facebook, at 2 pm on Saturday, February 19. Register to attend this FREE program on Zoom, here.
LET’S CONTINUE TO SUPPORT NAMI SCHOLARHIP FUND, THANK YOU!
NAMI appreciates a model that guarantees funds to the scholarship for our youth in perpetuity. We sincerely thank those who have donated, and we also encourage others to do the same. All year round, we encourage people in our community to visit The Winnipeg Foundation website to donate with a minimum of $10 to NAMI Scholarship Fund at the link here to support our community youth education which was inaugurated last year. “Make this donation in celebration, honour or memory of someone.” Thank you! https://www.mycharitytools.com/gift/wpgfdn/donate?fund=1077
Updates: The 2021 Census data are here! Discover the latest population and dwelling counts / Les données du Recensement de 2021 sont arrivées! Venez découvrir les plus récents chiffres de population et des logements
Hello,
Thanks to the steadfast support of all Canadians, Statistics Canada is proud to reveal our many rich stories and present “Your census, your stories: Canada’s portrait.” The first release of findings from the 2021 Census is now available online at www.statcan.gc.ca/census. The data provide overall population and dwelling counts that are vital to understanding how population growth and international and internal migration patterns have changed the fabric of Canada’s provinces and territories, as well as its cities, towns and rural areas.
Canada’s population grew at almost twice the pace of every other G7 country from 2016 to 2021, bringing our population to a total of 36,991,981 people. Approximately 1.8 million more people called Canada home in 2021 compared with five years earlier, with most of that growth attributable to new arrivals from around the world. Canada’s population growth was however slowed down with the onset of the pandemic. Canadian associations rely on community-level census data to allocate resources, improve service delivery, and obtain funding. These data also help plan for the future and position associations to serve their members and stakeholders where needed the most. Census data are relied upon by governments, businesses, communities and Canadians to make informed decisions in areas such as immigration policy, economic development, social programs, urban planning, community well-being and where to live.
The next release, on April 27, 2022, will look at the pace of population aging and showcase Canada’s oldest and youngest communities. For the first time, we will release census information about gender identity in Canada. For more information about subsequent data release topics and timelines, visit the 2021 Census dissemination planning web page: https://www12.statcan.gc.ca/census-recensement/2021/ref/prodserv/index-eng.cfm
Looking for a new way to access census data? Try our newest mobile app! StatsCAN – https://www.statcan.gc.ca/en/sc/mobile-applications?utm_campaign=statcan-sma-21-22&utm_medium=eml&utm_source=census&utm_content=220131 is now available for download in the Apple and Google app stores.
Please help spread the news about the first release through your networks! Our Community Supporter Toolkit – https://www.statcan.gc.ca/en/census/census-engagement/community-supporter brings together web images, email templates, social media content, articles and newsletter content in one convenient location to help you share information about each data release.
You can also let us know how you are benefitting from census data: join the conversation by using our official #2021Census hashtag on your social media platforms.
If you have any questions, please contact Census Communications at: statcan.census-recensement.statcan@statcan.gc.ca.
Sincerely,
Anil Arora
Chief Statistician of Canada
Statistics Canada / Government of Canada
ELMWOOD CRC – FREE EMPLOYMENT SERVICE FOR NEWCOMERS
New to Canada and looking for work? Under Employed or working a “Survival Job”?
Elmwood Community Resource Centre is looking to partner with the Nigerian Association of Manitoba Incorporated (NAMI) to provide your community with a FREE 5-week virtual program to assist permanent residents, work permit holders and naturalized Canadian Citizens find meaningful and rewarding employment in Manitoba.
Flexible online sessions developed to assist you in navigating:
The Canadian Workplace,
Canadian Employment Standards,
How to interview,
Creating a winning resume and cover letter
and much, much, more.
What we can offer:
- Small, individual-focused class sizes
- Individual, one on one attention to your specific employment needs.
- A guarantee that you ARE NOT just another number, you are unique and important.
- Access to selected employer partners.
Our team brings over 20 years of teaching experience as well as over 30 years of Human Resources and Recruitment experience to help your community members build the foundation of their careers in Manitoba.
Contact our Building Futures Program TODAY for our mid-February session!
Dan – labourmarket@elmwoodcrc.ca
Carol – teacher@elmwoodcrc.ca
204-982-1720 ext 308 or ext 205
FEBRUARY 24 NPIM ONLINE EVENT – Volunteering as a Pathway to Career Success
We celebrate with the Nigerian Professionals in Manitoba the recent achievement of Dr. Aluko who was named as a Canada Research Chair(CRC) in Bioactive Peptides. The CRC program recognizes excellence in research and scholarship at a national level in Canada.
One of the things that may be surprising about Dr. Rotimi Aluko is he’s one of the Founders of the Nigerian Professionals in Manitoba and he has been very consistent in volunteering with NAMI.
Last year we recognized the Top 10 professionals in our community at the NPIM Awards 2021 and it’s not surprising that these creme of Nigerians Professionals in Manitoba are very active in volunteering and collaborating with NAMI & NPIM.
The question that begs for an answer is if volunteering contributes to career success in Canada.
Join us as we host 2 of the celebrated professionals as guest speakers for the February NPIM event to help us with answers on how volunteering leads to a successful career in Canada.
The NPIM is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Volunteering – Pathway to Career Success in Manitoba
Time: Feb 24, 2022 07:00 PM to 8:30 PM Winnipeg
Highlights
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• Understanding what it means to volunteer in your community
• Get to know how to harness your potential for career development
• Know where your passion lies for career fulfillment
• Know resources & opportunities to tap in volunteering in Manitoba & NPIM/NAMI to meet your set career goals.
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 826 9543 3976
Passcode: 395037
One tap mobile
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DOING BUSINESS IN CANADA (DBIC) FEBRUARY 15 & 17, 6PM – 8PM
DOING BUSINESS IN CANADA (DBIC) FEBRUARY 15 & 17, 6PM – 8PM
SEED Winnipeg presents Doing Business in Canada; a free two-part workshop that provides information about starting a business in Canada. Attendance is free and open to all Manitoba residents wanting to start a business. The workshop will be presented virtually via Zoom on February 15 and 17, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Topics include:
- Government role in business
- Canadian workplace standards
- Taxes in Canada
- Canadian business culture
Registration is required – please visit the SEED Winnipeg website to register: https://seedwinnipeg.ca/news/entry/doing-business-in-canada-online-workshop3 or call 204-927-9944.
Please contact me if you have any questions.
Kind Regards,
Yemilo Audu
Phone: 204-927-9944
Pronouns: she/her
Training Program Coordinator, BEST (Business & Enterprise Support & Training)
OLUWADARE LAW OFFICE
OLUWADARE LAW OFFICE – 625 Marion Street, Winnipeg, MB. Tel: +1-204-963-0768. Email: foluwadare@gmail.com
See poster for more details.
CAM’S LAW OFFICE
Looking for a lawyer for your real estate closing? Look no further, we are here to help you. You’d be glad you did!
You can email us: info@camslawoffice.com
Website: www.camslawoffice.com
Call: +1 (431) 588-2702.
We will be looking forward to receiving your messages. Thank you!
CREST EYECARE
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Book your eye exam or visit us in store today! Send us email: info@cresteyecare.com Call us: 204-421-8080. Visit our website: www.cresteyecare.com Our location: Unit #9 – 1500, Regent Avenue West, Winnipeg. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @cresteyecare. Book your eye exam or visit us in store today!
FOOD FOR ALL PROGRAM
If food security is an issue, “Food for all Program” is a Food supply for all season. An initiative of C.A.C Rehoboth Christain Centre in partnership with Peace Wholeness Centre. See poster for details and more contact information or visit websites below. Thank you! www.peacewholenesscentre.com
FEMPEAK: A weekend of self-empowerment
We’ve made a new recording available for free on FemPeak this week so you get a chance to watch and get a feel for the platform. You can access the free recording for 3 Practical Steps to Boosting Your Confidence.
On another note a lot has happened in the Crypto and NFT space this week and I will cover the latest news and analysis this Sunday.
Check out the full list of upcoming sessions here: http://sendy.fempeak.com/l/jdOVuhmb6y892TVBDcYNY6Vg/3MlZs9tTFvQfYTykhOZNag/LtIisIk9PKO0vyd2e1763hsA
Get 7 days free trial when you sign up to try the platform. We’re also giving away $20 worth of Bitcoin when you upgrade to annual membership. Just email to let me know you’ve upgraded.
For more information, email
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ACOMI Newsletter – 7th Edition
Hello all,
Please find attached the last edition of the ACOMI newsletter for 2021. For online access to the newsletter, please click here:
In this edition you will find information on:
- ACOMI holiday hours
- Volunteer and job opportunities
- Opportunities for youth and seniors
- Research study participation opportunities
- End of year celebratory events
- Upcoming events in the community
We have also attached all the relevant corresponding documents.
African Communities of Manitoba Inc. (ACOMI)
ACOMI Resource Centre 101-421 Kennedy Street, Winnipeg, MB. R3B 2N2
Phone: 204-894-2541. Email: chuks.ojidoh@acomi.ca
ETHNO-CULTURAL COUNCIL OF MANITOBA – Job Ads
Web Administrator/Developer/Graphic Designer Full-Time, Temporary
position with the Ethnocultural Council of Manitoba – Stronger Together Inc. (ECCM).
Job Type This is a temporary position for the period of March 1- May 31, 2022
Salary: $20.00 per an hour for 35hr/week. Could work Remotely.
For job summary details, contact admin@ethnomanitoba.ca or https://ethnomanitoba.ca/contact-us/
ETHNO-CULTURAL COUNCIL OF MANITOBA – Desktop Computers For Low Income families
ECCM received seven (7) desktop computers to distribute to low-income families. If you know a family with school children who are in need of a computer, please ask them to fill-in the excel sheet attached in this email.
Please send the file back to me by Feb 5, 2022. In the email, you indicate the name of your community.
It is first come first serve.
Thank you very much.
Regards
Soraya
SPECIAL INVITATION:ACOMI Annual General Meeting (AGM) February 27, 2022
ACOMI is delighted to invite us to its Annual General Meeting (AGM) which provides an opportunity to share exciting new developments at ACOMI, and for us and our members to participate in taking key decisions on how to move the organization and our community forward.
The meeting is scheduled as follows:
Date: Sunday February 27, 2022
Time: 4:00pm to 5:30pm
Venue: ZOOM (Please use the registration link below to register in advance for this meeting):
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYuceyorj4rEtd8ajbtTXIoyloeR1KWAFkE
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
In addition to you attending personally, we will appreciate it if each affiliate group or community is well represented by other executive and general members. The AGM is the most important event in ACOMI’s events calendar, and we want our partners and community members to hear directly from ACOMI regarding new programs and an upcoming funding support for ACOMI Affiliates.
Kindly register early and encourage your members to do so as well so we can prepare adequately for the event.
I look forward to personally welcoming you at the AGM.
Warm regards,
Titi Tijani
President
African Communities of Manitoba Inc. (ACOMI)
GET THE ATTENTION YOU NEED TO PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS, PRODUCTS AND SERVICES IN OUR COMMUNITY & BEYOND. OUR ADVERT RATES ARE VERY LOW AND CONSIDERABLE.
Please click here to advertise with us with good rates and fantastic offers to promote your business, products, and services on our website and social media platforms. For more information please call us on 204-998-4239/204-583-2143 or contact us via email: publicitysecretarynami@gmail.com
Please follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for all events and weekly community updates. As always, thanks to everyone for continuing to help build community unity and prosperity. Have a nice weekend!
Your Team at NAMI
