Wellness and recreation in Winnipeg, Manitoba
NEEDS - Introduction to Canadian Education
Offered by Newcomers Employment and Education Development Services (N.E.E.D.S.)
In short
To provide transitional educational, school preparedness and orientation programming for newly arrived refugee youth, 6 to 17 years, who are awaiting placement in a Winnipeg school.
- Hours
- Monday to Friday 9 am - 3:30 pm
- Who it is for
- Children, Youth, Newcomers and immigrants, Refugees; Youth, Newcomer (arrived within 5 years), Immigrant (arrived over 5 years ago), Refugee claimant, Convention refugee, Children (4-12), Youth (13-24)
- What it helps with
- People who get me, My culture and roots, Faith and spiritual practice, Rest and recreation
- Where
- 251A Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3B 3C9
- How to reach
- (204) 940-1245 · Website
- Last verified
- , by HelpSeeker
About this service
To provide transitional educational, school preparedness and orientation programming for newly arrived refugee youth, 6 to 17 years, who are awaiting placement in a Winnipeg school.
The program has several important components, each designed to help refugee youth transition into the Canadian School system and integrate successfully into the greater Winnipeg community. Basic assessments are completed on each student and shared with their new school to assist in classroom placement and support services. There is set curriculum that covers the following 4 units:
- Education & Employment
- Health & Nutrition
- Safety & Law
- Places & Community
Program Components Include:
- School preparedness
- Orientation to Winnipeg (community services & resources, safety issues)
- English language skill development
- Recreational activities
- Computer skills
- Addressing common settlement issues (cultural shock, making new friends, decision making)
- Pro-social skills & integration
Who can use it?
Newly arrived refugee youth, 6 to 17 years, who are awaiting placement in a Winnipeg school
When is it open?
NEEDS - Introduction to Canadian Education is open Monday to Friday 9 am - 3:30 pm.
How do I get in touch?
Call (204) 940-1245, or use the website.
Listed in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
251A Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3B 3C9
251A Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3B 3C9Winnipeg, Manitoba
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