[PSRList] Schedule of the RSTP monthly webinar series in November 2023

[Ekaterina Pak]

Dear Colleagues and Friends,



We would like to share a schedule for the RSTP monthly webinar series in November. The series consists of 6 live interactive webinars covering various stages in the PSR program from understanding the eligibility criteria for sponsors and applicants, to preparing a successful application, welcoming newcomers, and concluding a sponsorship period.

This series is offered on a monthly basis.



Below please find the schedule for November:



1 - Before You Apply to Sponsor

Follow Aliya and learn about sponsorship while she finds out: who is eligible to be sponsored, who can be a sponsor, the cost of sponsorship, and an overview of the application process.

Date: Nov 2, 2023

Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM EDT

Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8164137054091947352



2 - Preparing a Settlement Plan

Continue to learn with Aliya's sponsorship group as they figure out why the settlement plan is central to the application, how to calculate the application budget, where to find the application guide and how to read it with ease. And let's not forget, contingency planning!

Date: Nov 9, 2023

Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM EST

Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3582091670126155351



3 - Preparing a Successful Application

It is time for Aliya's group to fill the application package! Learn with our case study members as they find out what to include in their application package and the most common reasons for applications being returned and refused

Date: Nov 16, 2023

Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM EST

Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5372936627029122910



4 - Preparing for Arrival and Orientation

Hooray! Aliya's brother and his family are due to arrive! Follow along with Aliya and the Group of Five as they make sure they have everything ready to welcome and give orientation to Samuel, Estelle and their 2 children. This interactive webinar will provide a recap of sponsors' settlement responsibilities; review ethical considerations that are important to keep in mind when sponsoring refugees; the power imbalance that exists in the sponsor-sponsored newcomer relationship and tips on how to mitigate the imbalance; and the importance of managing expectations.

Date: Nov 21, 2023

Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM EST

Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6720148433333815894



5 - Fulfilling Your Obligations through Assurance

Our case study group has an information request from IRCC! Join this interactive webinar and learn with Aliya and her group about how to keep sponsorship records and respond to IRCC's requests. Plus, learn about the purpose and process of Assurance.

Date: Nov 23, 2023

Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM EST

Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5469393483599105887



6 - Completing a Successful Sponsorship Year

What exactly happens at the end of the sponsorship year? Join this interactive webinar and learn with Aliya's group and Samuel's family as they plan how to work towards Samuel and Estelle's independence and complete the 12 months of sponsorship!

Date: Nov 29, 2023

Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST

Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3103522637066994518



Please share the details of the above webinars with your contacts and networks.


Warm regards,

The RSTP Team

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