Banking, effective budgeting and credit scores

Event Date: 
Wednesday, January 19, 2022 - 5:30pm EST
Event Location: 
Zoom
Event Contact Name: 
Jennifer Hay
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This session is brought to you by International Student Connect (COSTI) and the Thunder Bay Multicultural Association. Join this session to learn more about finances in Canada and how to effectively manage a budget.

International Students Banking in Canada

Event Date: 
Wednesday, February 9, 2022 - 12:00pm EST
Event Location: 
Online
Event Contact Name: 
Kyle Neabel
Event Contact E-mail: 

As an international student, coming to Canada can be exciting but it also can be very busy. While you’re getting used to your new surroundings, the last thing you want to think about is your finances. This workshop explores banking and how it works in Canada.

Rock Your Profile (LinkedIn Workshop)

Event Date: 
Wednesday, February 16, 2022 - 12:00pm EST
Event Location: 
Online
Event Contact Name: 
Kyle Neabel
Event Contact E-mail: 

This workshop will help youth develop strategies and learn tips on how to best build their LinkedIn profile, expand their network, and start connecting with professionals in their chosen career path.

Fraud What is it, How it Happens, and How to protect yourself.

Event Date: 
Wednesday, February 2, 2022 - 12:00pm EST
Event Location: 
Online
Event Contact Name: 
Kyle Neabel
Event Contact E-mail: 

Fraud has many faces. This session will help to inform you about what it is, how it happens, and how to protect yourself.

Volunteering in Canada: Pathway to Employment and Community Connections

Event Date: 
Monday, February 21, 2022 - 5:30pm EST
Event Location: 
Zoom
Event Contact Name: 
Jennifer Hay
Event Contact E-mail: 

Have you ever thought about volunteering in Canada? Volunteering can be a pathway to employment and community connections for international students. Join this session to learn more and find out how you can get involved.

"RNIP: Rural Northern Pilot Program"

Event Date: 
Tuesday, February 15, 2022 - 11:00am EST
Event Location: 
Zoom
Event Contact Name: 
Jennifer Hay
Event Contact E-mail: 

Are you interested in making Thunder Bay your permanent home after graduation?
Join this session to learn more about the RNIP pilot program, which is a pathway
to permanent residency for our graduates.

Employment, labour market information and basic labour laws for international students

Event Date: 
Monday, February 7, 2022 - 5:30pm EST
Event Location: 
Zoom
Event Contact Name: 
Jennifer Hay
Event Contact E-mail: 

Are you interested in working in Canada? Want to learn more about labour laws and understand the job categories and NOC codes? Join this session with our local settlement office (TBMA) to explore employment in Canada.

International Students and Filing Income Taxes

Event Date: 
Tuesday, February 1, 2022 - 11:00am EST
Event Location: 
Zoom
Event Contact Name: 
Jennifer Hay
Event Contact E-mail: 

Are you interested in filing taxes this year? Join this session to learn more about income taxes in Canada and what international students need to do.

Virtual Variety: 72 Seconds of Fun

Event Date: 
Friday, January 14, 2022 - 10:30am to 11:30am EST
Event Location: 
Zoom
Event Contact Name: 
Lakehead University International Student Assistant
Event Contact E-mail: 

Hello Everyone, we are back with our fun virtual events. This week we will be hosting 72 seconds of fun. Do you think 72 seconds is enough time to get to know someone and to find things in common? Come join us this Friday to meet new friends and have some fun together!

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