Building Bridges: How Newcomers Can Contribute to Reconciliation

As you begin your journey as a newcomer in Canada, it's essential to embrace not only the opportunities but also the responsibilities that come with it. One of these responsibilities is to engage with the truth and reconciliation process that…

Connecting for Success: Networking Tips for Newcomers in Regina

In today's competitive job market, finding employment can be challenging, especially when you are new to a city and you don’t know many people. However, there's a valuable tool that can significantly boost your job search efforts: Networking.…

Turning Dreams into Achievements: Favour Emmanuel’s Canadian Career Journey

Imagine arriving in a new country with big dreams and a determination to shape a better future. That's exactly what Favour Emmanuel did when she came to Canada in January 2023. With a background in customer service and information technology,…

Exciting Summer Programs for Newcomer Youth and Children

Discover the most thrilling summer programs for newcomers in Canada at Regina Open Door Society. Our inclusive Youth Summer Blast and Children's Summer Programs offer fun-filled activities, foster diversity, and create opportunities for learning…

Empowering Newcomer Youth: The Inspiring Success of RODS Young Leaders Academy

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Are you ready to be inspired? The RODS Young Leaders Academy is a unique leadership program that is making a profound impact on newcomer youth, empowering them to become proactive and responsible citizens who are ready to make a difference in…

New funding to support COVID-19 vaccination confidence, acceptance and accessibility for newcomers.

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We are excited to announce that we are working with the Federal and Provincial governments to ensure refugees and newcomers receive the COVID-19 vaccination. With Support from the Public Health Agency of Canada - Immunization Partnership Fund,…

Newcomers’ guide to winter

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Is this your first winter in Saskatchewan? Read ahead to learn a few things to help you make the best of winter! Winter officially starts on December 21, but in Saskatchewan, we see winter weather conditions as early as the beginning of November.…

Saskatchewan welcomes 330 Afghan refugees

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On November 02, over 330 Afghan refugees arrived in Saskatchewan. This is the first charter flight of Government Assisted Refugees (GARs) that have come directly to Saskatchewan. Usually, GARs arrive in cities like Toronto, Vancouver or Calgary…

Truth and Reconciliation education for staff and clients

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September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. A day to Honour the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. Learning and understanding the truths and…

Explore the city on a bike!

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Let's get to know the city on a bike! We've partnered with Bike Regina to explore different parts of the town through group rides. Everyone is invited, and all you need is a bike!   Our first ride was on June 15, and it took us…

Welcome to our new website!

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We are so excited to share our new website with you! Our new website includes a modern design with improved site navigation to help you find the information and resources you need to make Regina your home. Whether you are looking for settlement…

Educational Credential evaluation – WES Gateway Program

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Our Employment Services department has partnered with World Education Services to assist refugees and displaced individuals with credential evaluations with limited proof of academic achievements. This program aims to simplify the process of…