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International Translation Day, September 30

Posted on Friday, September 25, 2020 04:07 PM

International Translation Day, September 30, pays homage to the diversity of language professionals who provide translation, interpretation and terminology services to a multitude of organizations and professions. From diplomatic discourse to conversations with health and social service providers, the role of the translator and interpreter is of utmost importance in interpersonal and international discussions.

Marie Serdynska, a professional in the health and social services sector, is the Coordinator...

Sept 23, 2020 | Newcomer Navigation: Simplifying the Healthcare Journey for New Canadians

Posted on Thursday, September 24, 2020 09:50 AM

Recorded on Sept. 23, 2020 · English · 1 hour · Free

In this webinar, speakers Christine Kouri (BSCN, MHA) Manager, Health Equity and Diversity and Suelana Taha, Health Equity Coordinator at The Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO), discuss the innovative Newcomer Navigation role of supporting newcomers and their families through the often complex Canadian pediatric healthcare system.

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Upcoming N4 Webinar: Welcoming Refugees during COVID-19

Posted on Friday, September 18, 2020 04:51 PM

Welcoming Refugees during COVID-19: Experiences from the Health and Settlement Sectors

Online · English · Free
When: Oct 7, 2020 01:00 PM EST

What does it look like to settle into a new country during COVID-19? How have organizations prepared to welcome refugees and adapt their services to meet their needs? This panel discussion brings together professionals from across both the health and settlement sector across Canada who have welcomed newcomers to Canada during COVID-19. The panel will also feature the perspective of a newcomer with lived experience.

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Navigating Online Communications: Essential Tips for Healthcare and Settlement Service Providers

Upcoming N4 Webinar: Navigating Online Communications

Posted on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 08:57 AM

Join the National Newcomer Navigation Network (N4) as we present the webinar “Navigating Online Communications: Essential Tips for Healthcare and Settlement Service Providers”. In this interactive webinar, speakers Jan Bailey and Shona Welsh of OVATION: Experts in Speaker Training will walk you through their 3-point ‘SPA’ strategy for effective online communications. You’ll walk away with practical tips you can immediately implement while working with your colleagues and clients including:

Upcoming N4 Webinar: Newcomer Navigation: Simplifying the Healthcare Journey for New Canadians

Posted on Friday, September 11, 2020 10:15 AM

Join the National Newcomer Navigation Network (N4) as we present our inaugural webinar “Newcomer Navigation: Simplifying the Healthcare Journey for New Canadians”. In this session, speakers Christine Kouri (BSCN, MHA) Manager, Health Equity and Diversity and Suelana Taha, Health Equity Coordinator at The Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO), will discuss the innovative Newcomer Navigation role of supporting newcomers and their families through the often complex Canadian paediatric healthcare...

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