Please note: this event has been cancelled and will be rescheduled for the month of July. To receive notice of the new date, please subscribe to the BVOR NEWS here: *Ready Set Match! About the BVOR sponsorship series. Introducing our new series of short, practical training sessions designed to get you ready to […]
This 1-hour info session hosted by the Refugee Sponsorship Training Program (RSTP) with guest presenters from Service Canada is open to all refugee sponsors (all programs) and sponsored refugee newcomers across Canada. Learn about the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) and how it helps to make the cost of dental care more affordable for eligible […]
BVOR sponsors share the cost of sponsorship with the Government of Canada, but how much must a sponsorship group contribute and what are the rules around financial support? Join us as we answer these questions and more to equip you with the knowledge you need to meet your financial obligations as a BVOR sponsor. In […]
A successful sponsorship begins with someone – just like you – who wants to welcome refugees into their community and help them thrive. But you can’t do it alone. Join us as we share practical guidance and resources on how to find like-minded people and build a strong sponsorship group together. In this training session, you’ll […]
This virtual training session is the second workshop in a 3-part summer series on Post-Arrival Obligations for Groups of Five and Community Sponsors in BC. Sponsors from both the PSR and BVOR program are welcome to join us for some valuable skill training. This session provides information on how sponsors can: manage their expectations and […]
Ready Set Match #4: Submitting Your BVOR Sponsorship Application You’ve built a strong group and raised the necessary funds, now it’s time to take the exciting next step in your sponsorship journey: matching with a BVOR refugee or refugee family! Join us as we take a closer look at the matching process and get you […]
(For private sponsors and newly arrived or soon-to arrive sponsored refugee newcomers) Were some of the members of the family you sponsored unable to travel to Canada with the Principal Applicant? If so, you may be eligible to reunite the family members in Canada by filling out a One Year Window application. The OYW is […]
(Webinar for Groups of Five, Community Sponsors, SAHs and their Constituent Groups /Co-sponsors in Calgary) An online info session introducing Calgary Catholic Immigration Society's (CCIS) services and programs that are available to newcomers, including sponsored refugees in the region. Sponsors in the BVOR and PSR programs, as well as sponsored newcomers are welcome to join. […]
A virtual webinar for all refugee sponsors and sponsorship volunteers in Canada. Supporting others through meaningful transitions can be incredibly rewarding— but it also comes with challenges. Balancing our own well-being with the responsibility of supporting others can often feel heavy and tricky to navigate. Join the Refugee Sponsorship Training Program (RSTP) and Mental Health […]
Introducing our new series of short, practical training sessions designed to get you ready to match with a BVOR refugee or BVOR refugee family in urgent need of sponsorship. BVOR sponsors share the cost of sponsorship with the Government of Canada, but how much must a sponsorship group contribute and what are the rules around financial support? […]
You’ve built a strong group and raised the necessary funds, now it’s time to take the exciting next step in your sponsorship journey: matching with a BVOR refugee or refugee family! Join us as we take a closer look at the matching process and get you ready to submit your application to sponsor and welcome […]
This online training session provides Private Sponsors with practical guidance on how to accurately complete the One-Year Window (OYW) of Opportunity forms and identify the required supporting documents. Participants will learn about: Eligibility criteria Timelines Common mistakes to avoid We will also go over the importance of ensuring timely and complete submissions to support the […]
