February in Review
The highlights of the Newcomer Youth
Program in February was youth presentations in two leadership workshops
and online petitions launched by STOM youth project (Shake Tobacco off
Movies).
Wednesday Weekly ESL development Program/workshops
Three language sessions were held this month. The first session introduced leadership and leadership communication styles. Youth actively participated.........Click here to read more
Wednesday Weekly ESL development Program/workshops
Three language sessions were held this month. The first session introduced leadership and leadership communication styles. Youth actively participated.........Click here to read more
Success story of the month
Journey of my success
by Tenzing Kalden
I’ve lived here in Toronto about five years
now and only came to know about the Weekly Wednesday Program back in December
2009 where Kalsang introduced me to this program. I couldn’t forget the first workshop I
attended. It was a toy making workshop which was very convenient because it was
right before x-mas. We made handmade toys that we could give to our friends,
parents. It was a great place to socialize and also let my creativity flow.
From then on, I started attending the program every week. I honestly, looked
forward to the programs because it had so much to offer. Through the program, I
was able to broaden my knowledge in such issues as health, online safety, and I
also got the opportunity to volunteer and be more active within the community.
I’ve always had a fear of speaking in public or during a presentation. With the help of English Language Development, I was able to overcome my fears and just a month ago, I was an MC for an event with around 200 people.
Thanks to the programs and workshop, I got an opportunity to gain valuable skills and experience which led me to a part-time position as a Computer Assistant Person for PCIC.
Tenzing Kalden
17
I’ve always had a fear of speaking in public or during a presentation. With the help of English Language Development, I was able to overcome my fears and just a month ago, I was an MC for an event with around 200 people.
Thanks to the programs and workshop, I got an opportunity to gain valuable skills and experience which led me to a part-time position as a Computer Assistant Person for PCIC.
Tenzing Kalden
17
Opportunity
Student Summer Jobs Services at St. Stephens House
Summer Jobs Service is a job placement program for high school, college and university students. Every year we place hundreds of students in summer jobs, ranging from camp counselor to field surveyor. Eligibility:
Contact: St. Stephen’s Community House, Employment & Training Centre 1415 Bathurst Street, Suite 100 Toronto, ON M5R 3H8 Tel: 416-531-4631 Fax: 416-537-4469 [email protected] Summer JObs Service at YES! (april to August)
Summer Job Service (SJS) offers job opportunities for high school, university and college students seeking summer employment by providing a wage subsidy to eligible employers. Free Services
Located at 511 Richmond St West, 2nd FloorCall: (416) 504-8046 Ask to speak with a Summer Jobs Service Staff TELL YOUR YOUTH IMMIGRATION STORY
The YMCA is looking for immigrant youth with honest, passionate or
inspirational
immigration stories to take part in the Voices 4 film project! Voices: the YMCA Newcomer Youth Film Project is an exciting summer program that trains newcomer youth in the art of film production. Click here to read full details... Youth Hotspot |
Check OutSign STOM petitions - Advocate for our health!
STOM (Shake Tobacco Off Movies) youth
project has launched two petitions on Thursday Feb 24th asking to:
1. Show anti-tobacco AD before all movies that portray smoking :http://www.thepetitionsite.com/1/show-anti-tobacco-ad-before-screening-movies-portraying-tobacco-use/ 2. Rate all movies with smoking as either R or 18A: http://www.thepetitionsite.com/1/Rand18AForMoviesWithSmoking/ Thank you! Click here for the steps on signing the petitions! CHANGES to OSAP Applications
The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) applications will now be available in February instead of May. This can help you plan your budget earlier and have more time to understand the different types of financial assistance available. http://www.settlement.org/sys/link_redirect.asp?anno_id=2010031 CENSUS 2011
Starting May 2011, all households in Canada will receive a yellow census package. You can complete the census questionnaire online or on paper. If you need help you can call the free telephone service at 1-877-777-2011. http://settlement.org/sys/whatshappen_detail.asp?anno_id=2010132 Newyouth.ca newsletter launch
NewYouth.ca website for Newcomer Youth to Ontario has launched their newsletter. You can subscribe to receive bi-weekly updates and keep yourself up-to-date on current newcomer youth topics like school, health, legal issues and more. http://settlement.org/sys/link_redirect.asp?anno_id=2010116 CreativeGraphic Art by Marie K, youth 17 yrs
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Literature
You want, want, want, but never give!
a poem by Tenzin Namsel youth 13 yrs
She took all my cash.
Made me feel damn bad!
Felt like an ocean without water;
A Sultan, without a throne.
I threw my arms up to the sky.
With endless snow blowing over me,
I felt lost and hopeless -
anything, but content.
The sky has lost its Colors, turning gray.
Let me pray,
“Nothing like this again will happen
to me or anyone else”.
By Tenzin Namsel
Age 13, Grade 8
a poem by Tenzin Namsel youth 13 yrs
She took all my cash.
Made me feel damn bad!
Felt like an ocean without water;
A Sultan, without a throne.
I threw my arms up to the sky.
With endless snow blowing over me,
I felt lost and hopeless -
anything, but content.
The sky has lost its Colors, turning gray.
Let me pray,
“Nothing like this again will happen
to me or anyone else”.
By Tenzin Namsel
Age 13, Grade 8
CALENDAR: Weekly Programs & Workshops
Managing Editor: Kalsang Dolma (Youth Settlement Worker, ISAP)
Editorial Board: Communications Department of PNYC (April 2010 to March 2011)
Editorial Board: Communications Department of PNYC (April 2010 to March 2011)
- Paulo Devlin
- Dolkar Negi
- Itanbi Shrestha
- Tashi Lhamo
- Tenzin Dolkar
- Tenzing Kalden
- Vinothan Sarvananthan