Information on the Alberta Health Services website is available in the following languages: Arabic, French, Punjabi, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Tigrinya, Vietnamese.
Pronunciator’s self-directed online COVID-19 language course in 101 languages teaches vocabulary (e.g. “quarantine,” “pandemic,” etc.) and phrases (e.g. “I’m having difficulty breathing,” “Is it an emergency?”, etc.) relevant to the COVID-19 crisis. 90 home languages are supported.
Emergency benefits to be made available in April for those who don't qualify for EI
Former Lost Boys Samuel Mathon and John Manyok have beaten the odds in their journey to earn Bachelor of Social Work degrees. Read their story on the University of Calgary Faculty of Social Work website.
From refugee to real estate mogul, Bob Dhillon’s $10-million donation to the University of Lethbridge’s School of Business is the largest gift in its history.
At all stages and ages, being a present, attentive and loving dad will help ensure children’s success and happiness. Learn more about the ways in which dads going through the immigration process can continue to support and provide for their families through employment services, community involvement and play. This video is part of the Family Life in Canada resource series. The series aims to help newcomers adjust to life in Canada and encourages them to access information, programs, services and resources in their community.
Children’s rights are human rights, and it’s important for every Canadian and every newcomer to understand what those rights are. When parents model behaviour that respects child and human rights, children feel that their needs are met, that they are valued and that they can thrive. How do children’s rights apply in Canada? What’s the difference between a want and a right? This video answers these questions and more to help newcomer families adjust to their new life in Canada.
Moving to a new country is especially hard for teenagers. They must learn how to navigate challenges such as balancing culture, traditions and Canadian customs all while making new friends. Changes at home, a new school system, a new language and a harsh winter can be difficult. Learn from other teenagers’ experiences and get their best advice about being a teen in Canada.
Parents can face many challenges when they arrive in a new country with their children. Most parents, no matter where they are from, want their children to be happy and healthy, and have good relationships with them and other people. Is parenting in Canada different? What are the expectations? How can parents establish trust and manage stress? This video answers these questions and introduces parents to positive discipline.
By building a social support network, newcomer parents and children can feel less stress and isolation. By using positive discipline, parents can build a relationship with their child that will last forever. This way, families can manage the changes that come with building their new life in Canada.