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Live and Learn is your resource for reliable information and flexible learning options in Manitoba. We are a community of newcomers helping newcomers realize goals for a better life. TAKING THE ONLINE CITIZENSHIP TEST? HERE ARE 3 TIPS FOR Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada is now piloting online citizenship exams for those whose tests were cancelled due to the pandemic and those who are on the waiting list. 30 COMPUTER TERMS EVERY BEGINNER SHOULD KNOW A strong password should be hard to guess. Reboot (noun) – to restart your computer. Scroll (verb) – to move text or other information on a computer screen up, down, or sideways. Search (verb) – using keywords or images to look for or retrieve data or webpages and other information on the World Wide Web. Search engine (noun) –programs
10 SUMMER FUN FACTS
The Eiffel Tower grows in summer. Did you know that the Eiffel Tower grows by more than six inches in summer? The tower is composed of 7,000 metric tons iron which expands with the heat. Conversely, it shrinks by about six inches in winter. The Eiffel Tower located in Champs de Mars in Paris, France is one of the most visited attractionsin the
CANADIAN CITIZENSHIP: YOUR RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES AS Mobility rights – citizens have the right to live and work anywhere they choose in Canada, enter and leave Canada freely, and apply for a passport. Language rights – freedom to use either official language, English and French, when communicating with the federal and provincial governments. Multiculturalism – in line with the fundamental 5 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE BUYING A HOUSE IN MB Compared to most major Canadian cities, Manitoba enjoys one of the most affordable housing costs. Based on the latest figures from the Canadian Real Estate Association, the average price of a house in Manitoba is $277,670 in 2020. Compare this to $728,044 in BC or $627,855 in Ontario – you can thank your stars that you are plantingyour roots
5 NOTABLE INDIGENOUS HISTORICAL FIGURES Chief Tecumseh (Toronto Public Library, CC0), statue of St. Kateri (Dietrekaupp, CC-BY-SA), Gabriel Dumont (Orlando Scott Goff CC0) byWikimedia Commons.
5 STRATEGIES FOR WORKING WITH PEOPLE FROM OTHER CULTURES Nel came from Southeast Asia. She knows English well, however, English in her country is different from the English spoken in Manitoba. Nel doesn’t understand everything WHEN THINGS DON’T WORK OUT: GETTING SEPARATED OR DIVORCED According to Manitoba Family Law, if you are married and decide to separate, you are still considered legally married even if there is a court order of separation. Manitoba Law will apply to you on matters such as parenting arrangements (custody), financial support, or division of property. This law also applies to common-lawrelationships.
DID YOU KNOW THAT 80 PER CENT OF CANADA IS UNINHABITED You may already know that Canada is the world’s second-largest country. But did you know that most of it is uninhabited? This is due to its geography and climate that gets inhospitable toLIVE & LEARN
Live and Learn is your resource for reliable information and flexible learning options in Manitoba. We are a community of newcomers helping newcomers realize goals for a better life. TAKING THE ONLINE CITIZENSHIP TEST? HERE ARE 3 TIPS FOR Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada is now piloting online citizenship exams for those whose tests were cancelled due to the pandemic and those who are on the waiting list. 30 COMPUTER TERMS EVERY BEGINNER SHOULD KNOW A strong password should be hard to guess. Reboot (noun) – to restart your computer. Scroll (verb) – to move text or other information on a computer screen up, down, or sideways. Search (verb) – using keywords or images to look for or retrieve data or webpages and other information on the World Wide Web. Search engine (noun) –programs
10 SUMMER FUN FACTS
The Eiffel Tower grows in summer. Did you know that the Eiffel Tower grows by more than six inches in summer? The tower is composed of 7,000 metric tons iron which expands with the heat. Conversely, it shrinks by about six inches in winter. The Eiffel Tower located in Champs de Mars in Paris, France is one of the most visited attractionsin the
CANADIAN CITIZENSHIP: YOUR RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES AS Mobility rights – citizens have the right to live and work anywhere they choose in Canada, enter and leave Canada freely, and apply for a passport. Language rights – freedom to use either official language, English and French, when communicating with the federal and provincial governments. Multiculturalism – in line with the fundamental 5 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE BUYING A HOUSE IN MB Compared to most major Canadian cities, Manitoba enjoys one of the most affordable housing costs. Based on the latest figures from the Canadian Real Estate Association, the average price of a house in Manitoba is $277,670 in 2020. Compare this to $728,044 in BC or $627,855 in Ontario – you can thank your stars that you are plantingyour roots
5 NOTABLE INDIGENOUS HISTORICAL FIGURES Chief Tecumseh (Toronto Public Library, CC0), statue of St. Kateri (Dietrekaupp, CC-BY-SA), Gabriel Dumont (Orlando Scott Goff CC0) byWikimedia Commons.
5 STRATEGIES FOR WORKING WITH PEOPLE FROM OTHER CULTURES Nel came from Southeast Asia. She knows English well, however, English in her country is different from the English spoken in Manitoba. Nel doesn’t understand everything WHEN THINGS DON’T WORK OUT: GETTING SEPARATED OR DIVORCED According to Manitoba Family Law, if you are married and decide to separate, you are still considered legally married even if there is a court order of separation. Manitoba Law will apply to you on matters such as parenting arrangements (custody), financial support, or division of property. This law also applies to common-lawrelationships.
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The beautiful country we all call home turned 150 years young on July 1, 2017. We’d like to share some amazing facts about Canada, its history and its people. THE NEW CANADA RECOVERY BENEFITS To "Mark Complete" you must login and complete all the lesson topics.. Text of this page is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA, unless otherwise marked.Please attribute to English Online Inc. and link back to this page where possible. 10 HEALTHY HABITS OF FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT To "Mark Complete" you must login and complete all the lesson topics.. Text of this page is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA, unless otherwise marked.Please attribute to English Online Inc. and link back to this page where possible. CANADIAN CULTURAL VALUES AND BELIEFS The society greatly values tolerance, humility as well as non-violence. To be sure, Canadians have individual traits and quirks. Some even venture to say that traits vary from one province to the next. However, the following are 10 more cultural norms generally observed in Canadian society. These are what they value highly andunderlie many of
5 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE BUYING A HOUSE IN MB Compared to most major Canadian cities, Manitoba enjoys one of the most affordable housing costs. Based on the latest figures from the Canadian Real Estate Association, the average price of a house in Manitoba is $277,670 in 2020. Compare this to $728,044 in BC or $627,855 in Ontario – you can thank your stars that you are plantingyour roots
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This makes your ear sharper and trains you to listen to cues such as intonation for meaning. You’ll also get used to the pace and accent of native English speakers. Improves vocabulary, pronunciation and comprehension – Just like reading a book, you retain these benefits when you listen to an audiobook. Also, it’s better than not learning MANAGING YOUR MONEY WEBINAR SERIES FOR NEWCOMERS Course Description. This financial literacy series is presented in cooperation with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) Manitoba. 7 TIPS FOR EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION USING CHAT AND TEXT Timing – Don’t text someone at 3:00 am and expect an immediate answer. If it’s about work, send it during business hours unless the message is extremely urgent. Don’t be aggressive or gossipy – Fighting, gossiping or sharing confidential information reflects negatively on you. Remember that texts and posts can be saved. 5 FACTS ABOUT THE DIVERSITY OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLES Welcome to our Homelands, ISSofBC (Video to bolster dialogue between Indigenous Peoples and newcomers) Indigenous Peoples, plural. One of the biggest misconceptions about Indigenous Peoples is that they belong to one homogenous cultural group. 30 COMPUTER TERMS EVERY BEGINNER SHOULD KNOW A strong password should be hard to guess. Reboot (noun) – to restart your computer. Scroll (verb) – to move text or other information on a computer screen up, down, or sideways. Search (verb) – using keywords or images to look for or retrieve data or webpages and other information on the World Wide Web. Search engine (noun) –programs
TAKING THE ONLINE CITIZENSHIP TEST? HERE ARE 3 TIPS FOR Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada is now piloting online citizenship exams for those whose tests were cancelled due to the pandemic and those who are on the waiting list. 5 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE BUYING A HOUSE IN MB Compared to most major Canadian cities, Manitoba enjoys one of the most affordable housing costs. Based on the latest figures from the Canadian Real Estate Association, the average price of a house in Manitoba is $277,670 in 2020. Compare this to $728,044 in BC or $627,855 in Ontario – you can thank your stars that you are plantingyour roots
5 NOTABLE INDIGENOUS HISTORICAL FIGURES Chief Tecumseh (Toronto Public Library, CC0), statue of St. Kateri (Dietrekaupp, CC-BY-SA), Gabriel Dumont (Orlando Scott Goff CC0) byWikimedia Commons.
MAKING A HEALTH EMERGENCY PLAN? MAKE E.R.I.K. A PART OF IT The E.R.I.K. is the brainchild of Winnipeg paramedic, Janice Johnson. It was developed together with the Boni-Vital Council for Seniors, community agencies, Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Services, and the Manitoba Pharmaceutical Association in 2002. Emergency responders, fire fighters, police, those working with seniors and health careprofessionals
WHEN THINGS DON’T WORK OUT: GETTING SEPARATED OR DIVORCED According to Manitoba Family Law, if you are married and decide to separate, you are still considered legally married even if there is a court order of separation. Manitoba Law will apply to you on matters such as parenting arrangements (custody), financial support, or division of property. This law also applies to common-lawrelationships.
MOVING ON: HOW DO YOU QUIT YOUR JOB IN CANADA? WorkCom_Before you begin. Thinking about your knowledge and skills is an independent learning strategy. When you think about what you can doand what
5 STRATEGIES FOR WORKING WITH PEOPLE FROM OTHER CULTURES Nel came from Southeast Asia. She knows English well, however, English in her country is different from the English spoken in Manitoba. Nel doesn’t understand everything 5 BEST WAYS TO PRACTICE GENDER SENSITIVITY The best way to show sensitivity is to start from a genuine place of kindness and respect. After all, we are all people regardless of gender. Practise empathy and think twice before you do or say anything that may offend others. Make it your policy to use respectful communication at all times. Contribute and work towards a genderinclusive
WHAT’S THE BIG DEAL ABOUT BEING ON TIME? WHY DO YOU NEED If an employee cannot be at work on time, it is assumed that he gets less work done and therefore, cannot meet deadlines. This is why attendance and punctuality are among the criteria that measure an employee’s performance. By the way, in the Canadian workplace, if your work starts at 9:00 am, you are expected to arrive 10-15 minutesearly so
30 COMPUTER TERMS EVERY BEGINNER SHOULD KNOW A strong password should be hard to guess. Reboot (noun) – to restart your computer. Scroll (verb) – to move text or other information on a computer screen up, down, or sideways. Search (verb) – using keywords or images to look for or retrieve data or webpages and other information on the World Wide Web. Search engine (noun) –programs
TAKING THE ONLINE CITIZENSHIP TEST? HERE ARE 3 TIPS FOR Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada is now piloting online citizenship exams for those whose tests were cancelled due to the pandemic and those who are on the waiting list. 5 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE BUYING A HOUSE IN MB Compared to most major Canadian cities, Manitoba enjoys one of the most affordable housing costs. Based on the latest figures from the Canadian Real Estate Association, the average price of a house in Manitoba is $277,670 in 2020. Compare this to $728,044 in BC or $627,855 in Ontario – you can thank your stars that you are plantingyour roots
5 NOTABLE INDIGENOUS HISTORICAL FIGURES Chief Tecumseh (Toronto Public Library, CC0), statue of St. Kateri (Dietrekaupp, CC-BY-SA), Gabriel Dumont (Orlando Scott Goff CC0) byWikimedia Commons.
MAKING A HEALTH EMERGENCY PLAN? MAKE E.R.I.K. A PART OF IT The E.R.I.K. is the brainchild of Winnipeg paramedic, Janice Johnson. It was developed together with the Boni-Vital Council for Seniors, community agencies, Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Services, and the Manitoba Pharmaceutical Association in 2002. Emergency responders, fire fighters, police, those working with seniors and health careprofessionals
WHEN THINGS DON’T WORK OUT: GETTING SEPARATED OR DIVORCED According to Manitoba Family Law, if you are married and decide to separate, you are still considered legally married even if there is a court order of separation. Manitoba Law will apply to you on matters such as parenting arrangements (custody), financial support, or division of property. This law also applies to common-lawrelationships.
MOVING ON: HOW DO YOU QUIT YOUR JOB IN CANADA? WorkCom_Before you begin. Thinking about your knowledge and skills is an independent learning strategy. When you think about what you can doand what
5 STRATEGIES FOR WORKING WITH PEOPLE FROM OTHER CULTURES Nel came from Southeast Asia. She knows English well, however, English in her country is different from the English spoken in Manitoba. Nel doesn’t understand everything 5 BEST WAYS TO PRACTICE GENDER SENSITIVITY The best way to show sensitivity is to start from a genuine place of kindness and respect. After all, we are all people regardless of gender. Practise empathy and think twice before you do or say anything that may offend others. Make it your policy to use respectful communication at all times. Contribute and work towards a genderinclusive
WHAT’S THE BIG DEAL ABOUT BEING ON TIME? WHY DO YOU NEED If an employee cannot be at work on time, it is assumed that he gets less work done and therefore, cannot meet deadlines. This is why attendance and punctuality are among the criteria that measure an employee’s performance. By the way, in the Canadian workplace, if your work starts at 9:00 am, you are expected to arrive 10-15 minutesearly so
THE NEW CANADA RECOVERY BENEFITS To "Mark Complete" you must login and complete all the lesson topics.. Text of this page is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA, unless otherwise marked.Please attribute to English Online Inc. and link back to this page where possible. 10 MORE FACTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT CANADA This is a 1.4% increase compared to July 2018, the highest among G7 countries. This growth is largely attributed to immigration, as Canada welcomed more than 300,000 immigrants and more than 170,000 non-permanent residents from all over the world. Historically, Canada has always been culturally diverse. It has been welcoming immigrantssince
MANAGING YOUR MONEY WEBINAR SERIES FOR NEWCOMERS Course Description. This financial literacy series is presented in cooperation with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) Manitoba. UNDERSTANDING WORKPLACE CULTURE: 5 KEYS TO SUCCESS IN THE Expectations in the Canadian Workplace, Simon Fraser University Co-operative Education Image. Build your brand and be known as a team player and a competent employee. Note that in the Canadian workplace, being easy to work with is valued just as much as being competent inyour job.
VIRTUAL COFFEE CHAT-SPEAKING All dates and time are Winnipeg local time. Virtual Coffee Chats. Virtual Coffee Chats are informal gatherings on Skype to discuss topics related to life in Manitoba, Canada. If y MOVING ON: HOW DO YOU QUIT YOUR JOB IN CANADA? WorkCom_Before you begin. Thinking about your knowledge and skills is an independent learning strategy. When you think about what you can doand what
MANITOBA FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS For more information, you can call these numbers: If you live in Winnipeg, call 204-948-4000. If you live outside Winnipeg, call toll free 1-877-812-0014; If you are deaf or hard-of-hearing, call TTY at 204-945-4796, or 1-800-855-0511 (Manitoba Relay Service); To find out where the EIA office that you need to go to is located, click on the HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO LIVE IN MANITOBA? It provides financial support to low-income private renters. Buying a house– As mentioned, house costs are comparatively low in Manitoba. In January 2020, average price was at $277,670 in MB compared to $338,091 in Quebec and $728,044 in BC according to the National PriceMap of
5 BEST WAYS TO PRACTICE GENDER SENSITIVITY The best way to show sensitivity is to start from a genuine place of kindness and respect. After all, we are all people regardless of gender. Practise empathy and think twice before you do or say anything that may offend others. Make it your policy to use respectful communication at all times. Contribute and work towards a genderinclusive
WHEN THINGS DON’T WORK OUT: GETTING SEPARATED OR DIVORCED According to Manitoba Family Law, if you are married and decide to separate, you are still considered legally married even if there is a court order of separation. Manitoba Law will apply to you on matters such as parenting arrangements (custody), financial support, or division of property. This law also applies to common-lawrelationships.
30 COMPUTER TERMS EVERY BEGINNER SHOULD KNOW In the highly technological world we live in, these tech terms are bandied about casually every day. If you don’t want to drown in a sea of tech terms, you should learn these basic words: MAKING A HEALTH EMERGENCY PLAN? MAKE E.R.I.K. A PART OF IT Medical emergencies can happen anytime. Putting an emergency plan in place is crucial, especially if you or a person you live with has a medical condition that can TAKING THE ONLINE CITIZENSHIP TEST? HERE ARE 3 TIPS FOR Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada is now piloting online citizenship exams for those whose tests were cancelled due to the pandemic and those who are on the waiting list. UNDERSTANDING WORKPLACE CULTURE: 5 KEYS TO SUCCESS IN THE Expectations in the Canadian Workplace, Simon Fraser University Co-operative Education Image. Build your brand and be known as a team player and a competent employee. Note that in the Canadian workplace, being easy to work with is valued just as much as being competent inyour job.
5 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE BUYING A HOUSE IN MB Back to top. Community Resources. Watch the webinar recording of “Everyone can own a home in Manitoba” by Eli Hagiev, a Re/Max licensed Realtor, and Anna Shusterman of Shusterman Team Realty to learn the basics of buying a house.. To view the recordings of our webinars on “Financing. Information that you can’t afford to miss”, “How to buy your own home. 5 NOTABLE INDIGENOUS HISTORICAL FIGURES Chief Tecumseh (Toronto Public Library, CC0), statue of St. Kateri (Dietrekaupp, CC-BY-SA), Gabriel Dumont (Orlando Scott Goff CC0) byWikimedia Commons.
5 BEST WAYS TO PRACTICE GENDER SENSITIVITY Gender diversity and gender sensitivity often deal with various issues involved in ensuring that women, men, and non-binary gender categories (gender categories that do not fit the male and female binary) have equal standing both in private and public life. WHEN THINGS DON’T WORK OUT: GETTING SEPARATED OR DIVORCED Back to top. Community Resources. Read What is family violence and how to get help if you feel that you need support in your situation.. Do you need legal help? provides links to free resources and legal aid in Manitoba. For more information about regulations and programs related to family and the legal system, go to this link: Family Law Back totop
5 STRATEGIES FOR WORKING WITH PEOPLE FROM OTHER CULTURES Nel came from Southeast Asia. She knows English well, however, English in her country is different from the English spoken in Manitoba. Nel doesn’t understand everything MOVING ON: HOW DO YOU QUIT YOUR JOB IN CANADA? WorkCom_Before you begin. Thinking about your knowledge and skills is an independent learning strategy. When you think about what you can doand what
30 COMPUTER TERMS EVERY BEGINNER SHOULD KNOW In the highly technological world we live in, these tech terms are bandied about casually every day. If you don’t want to drown in a sea of tech terms, you should learn these basic words: MAKING A HEALTH EMERGENCY PLAN? MAKE E.R.I.K. A PART OF IT Medical emergencies can happen anytime. Putting an emergency plan in place is crucial, especially if you or a person you live with has a medical condition that can TAKING THE ONLINE CITIZENSHIP TEST? HERE ARE 3 TIPS FOR Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada is now piloting online citizenship exams for those whose tests were cancelled due to the pandemic and those who are on the waiting list. UNDERSTANDING WORKPLACE CULTURE: 5 KEYS TO SUCCESS IN THE Expectations in the Canadian Workplace, Simon Fraser University Co-operative Education Image. Build your brand and be known as a team player and a competent employee. Note that in the Canadian workplace, being easy to work with is valued just as much as being competent inyour job.
5 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE BUYING A HOUSE IN MB Back to top. Community Resources. Watch the webinar recording of “Everyone can own a home in Manitoba” by Eli Hagiev, a Re/Max licensed Realtor, and Anna Shusterman of Shusterman Team Realty to learn the basics of buying a house.. To view the recordings of our webinars on “Financing. Information that you can’t afford to miss”, “How to buy your own home. 5 NOTABLE INDIGENOUS HISTORICAL FIGURES Chief Tecumseh (Toronto Public Library, CC0), statue of St. Kateri (Dietrekaupp, CC-BY-SA), Gabriel Dumont (Orlando Scott Goff CC0) byWikimedia Commons.
5 BEST WAYS TO PRACTICE GENDER SENSITIVITY Gender diversity and gender sensitivity often deal with various issues involved in ensuring that women, men, and non-binary gender categories (gender categories that do not fit the male and female binary) have equal standing both in private and public life. WHEN THINGS DON’T WORK OUT: GETTING SEPARATED OR DIVORCED Back to top. Community Resources. Read What is family violence and how to get help if you feel that you need support in your situation.. Do you need legal help? provides links to free resources and legal aid in Manitoba. For more information about regulations and programs related to family and the legal system, go to this link: Family Law Back totop
5 STRATEGIES FOR WORKING WITH PEOPLE FROM OTHER CULTURES Nel came from Southeast Asia. She knows English well, however, English in her country is different from the English spoken in Manitoba. Nel doesn’t understand everything MOVING ON: HOW DO YOU QUIT YOUR JOB IN CANADA? WorkCom_Before you begin. Thinking about your knowledge and skills is an independent learning strategy. When you think about what you can doand what
10 MORE FACTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT CANADA Canada has 6 time zones. Canada is so vast that it has six time zones: Pacific Standard (PST), Mountain Standard (MST), Central Standard (CST), Eastern Standard (EST), Atlantic Standard (AST), and Newfoundland Standard (NST). 10 HEALTHY HABITS OF FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT To "Mark Complete" you must login and complete all the lesson topics.. Text of this page is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA, unless otherwise marked.Please attribute to English Online Inc. and link back to this page where possible. 3. HOW SELF-DIRECTED ARE YOU? This is a quiz, not a test, so please ignore the heading “Test Your Learning”, at the start of the quiz. This is an opportunity for you to think about various aspects of autonomous (self-directed) language learning, in relation to how you learn or have been learning Englishso far.
LANGUAGE CIRCLE: A SICK LEAVE Join this class to develop your listening, speaking, and reading skills in English. The class has been designed for levels Read more » MOVING ON: HOW DO YOU QUIT YOUR JOB IN CANADA? WorkCom_Before you begin. Thinking about your knowledge and skills is an independent learning strategy. When you think about what you can doand what
5 BEST WAYS TO PRACTICE GENDER SENSITIVITY Gender diversity and gender sensitivity often deal with various issues involved in ensuring that women, men, and non-binary gender categories (gender categories that do not fit the male and female binary) have equal standing both in private and public life. ADVANCED READING CLUB Event Navigation « Reading Club:The Dead Coachman Virtual Coffee Chat– Speaking »
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Come join an hour long conversation about our daily lives with feedback from the teacher! Instructor: Nastashya Wall Skype Read more 7 TIPS FOR EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION USING CHAT AND TEXT Studies show that text messaging is quickly overtaking calls as a means of communicating using mobile. Texting services (SMS or MMS), instant messaging apps and VoIP chats (Skype, Face Time, etc.) have become indispensable tools whether at home, school or work. HEALTH TIPS FOR COMPUTER USERS (OR 6 WAYS TO AVOID DYING Also read: Focus on eye health for computer users. Exercise/deskcercise. Did you know that sitting is now considered a “disease”? Studies show that prolonged sitting is associated with an increased risk for heart disease, cancer and death (Sitting for prolonged periods increases risk of death, disease: study, CTV News).Doctors suggest taking frequent breaks as well as:LIVE & LEARN
Live and Learn is your resource for reliable information and flexible learning options in Manitoba. We are a community of newcomers helping newcomers realize goals for a better life. TAKING THE ONLINE CITIZENSHIP TEST? HERE ARE 3 TIPS FOR Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada is now piloting online citizenship exams for those whose tests were cancelled due to the pandemic and those who are on the waiting list. CANADA’S THREE LEVELS OF GOVERNMENT 30 COMPUTER TERMS EVERY BEGINNER SHOULD KNOW A strong password should be hard to guess. Reboot (noun) – to restart your computer. Scroll (verb) – to move text or other information on a computer screen up, down, or sideways. Search (verb) – using keywords or images to look for or retrieve data or webpages and other information on the World Wide Web. Search engine (noun) –programs
10 SUMMER FUN FACTS
The Eiffel Tower grows in summer. Did you know that the Eiffel Tower grows by more than six inches in summer? The tower is composed of 7,000 metric tons iron which expands with the heat. Conversely, it shrinks by about six inches in winter. The Eiffel Tower located in Champs de Mars in Paris, France is one of the most visited attractionsin the
CANADIAN CULTURAL VALUES AND BELIEFS The society greatly values tolerance, humility as well as non-violence. To be sure, Canadians have individual traits and quirks. Some even venture to say that traits vary from one province to the next. However, the following are 10 more cultural norms generally observed in Canadian society. These are what they value highly andunderlie many of
5 NOTABLE INDIGENOUS HISTORICAL FIGURES Chief Tecumseh (Toronto Public Library, CC0), statue of St. Kateri (Dietrekaupp, CC-BY-SA), Gabriel Dumont (Orlando Scott Goff CC0) byWikimedia Commons.
7 TIPS FOR EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION USING CHAT AND TEXT Timing – Don’t text someone at 3:00 am and expect an immediate answer. If it’s about work, send it during business hours unless the message is extremely urgent. Don’t be aggressive or gossipy – Fighting, gossiping or sharing confidential information reflects negatively on you. Remember that texts and posts can be saved. FACTS ABOUT INDIGENOUS CULTURE AND HISTORY YOU SHOULD KNOW Based on statistics from Manitoba Indigenous and Northern Relations, they represented 13.6% of Manitoba’s population in 2001 and 8.5% of the total population in Winnipeg. Based on the same data, Manitoba’s population includes the largest number of Metis people per capita in Canada. They are a significant and integral part of Manitoban society. MAKING A HEALTH EMERGENCY PLAN? MAKE E.R.I.K. A PART OF IT The E.R.I.K. is the brainchild of Winnipeg paramedic, Janice Johnson. It was developed together with the Boni-Vital Council for Seniors, community agencies, Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Services, and the Manitoba Pharmaceutical Association in 2002. Emergency responders, fire fighters, police, those working with seniors and health careprofessionals
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Live and Learn is your resource for reliable information and flexible learning options in Manitoba. We are a community of newcomers helping newcomers realize goals for a better life. TAKING THE ONLINE CITIZENSHIP TEST? HERE ARE 3 TIPS FOR Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada is now piloting online citizenship exams for those whose tests were cancelled due to the pandemic and those who are on the waiting list. CANADA’S THREE LEVELS OF GOVERNMENT 30 COMPUTER TERMS EVERY BEGINNER SHOULD KNOW A strong password should be hard to guess. Reboot (noun) – to restart your computer. Scroll (verb) – to move text or other information on a computer screen up, down, or sideways. Search (verb) – using keywords or images to look for or retrieve data or webpages and other information on the World Wide Web. Search engine (noun) –programs
10 SUMMER FUN FACTS
The Eiffel Tower grows in summer. Did you know that the Eiffel Tower grows by more than six inches in summer? The tower is composed of 7,000 metric tons iron which expands with the heat. Conversely, it shrinks by about six inches in winter. The Eiffel Tower located in Champs de Mars in Paris, France is one of the most visited attractionsin the
CANADIAN CULTURAL VALUES AND BELIEFS The society greatly values tolerance, humility as well as non-violence. To be sure, Canadians have individual traits and quirks. Some even venture to say that traits vary from one province to the next. However, the following are 10 more cultural norms generally observed in Canadian society. These are what they value highly andunderlie many of
5 NOTABLE INDIGENOUS HISTORICAL FIGURES Chief Tecumseh (Toronto Public Library, CC0), statue of St. Kateri (Dietrekaupp, CC-BY-SA), Gabriel Dumont (Orlando Scott Goff CC0) byWikimedia Commons.
7 TIPS FOR EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION USING CHAT AND TEXT Timing – Don’t text someone at 3:00 am and expect an immediate answer. If it’s about work, send it during business hours unless the message is extremely urgent. Don’t be aggressive or gossipy – Fighting, gossiping or sharing confidential information reflects negatively on you. Remember that texts and posts can be saved. FACTS ABOUT INDIGENOUS CULTURE AND HISTORY YOU SHOULD KNOW Based on statistics from Manitoba Indigenous and Northern Relations, they represented 13.6% of Manitoba’s population in 2001 and 8.5% of the total population in Winnipeg. Based on the same data, Manitoba’s population includes the largest number of Metis people per capita in Canada. They are a significant and integral part of Manitoban society. MAKING A HEALTH EMERGENCY PLAN? MAKE E.R.I.K. A PART OF IT The E.R.I.K. is the brainchild of Winnipeg paramedic, Janice Johnson. It was developed together with the Boni-Vital Council for Seniors, community agencies, Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Services, and the Manitoba Pharmaceutical Association in 2002. Emergency responders, fire fighters, police, those working with seniors and health careprofessionals
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Intermediate: Intermediate exercises focus on intermediate English skills (CLB 5-8). You will practice all four language skills in a workplace context. Explorer: These exercises are organized by ‘Acts’ in your settlement journey. Each Act has between 10 – 12 language activities, and gets more difficult as you progress. Goodluck!
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The beautiful country we all call home turned 150 years young on July 1, 2017. We’d like to share some amazing facts about Canada, its history and its people. CANADA’S IMMIGRATION HISTORY The Five Year Plan for immigration was unveiled in 1990. The Five Year Plan proposed an increase in total immigration from 200,000 in 1990 to 250,000 in 1992. This was a landmark plan as it was a first in Canadian history. It signaled a long-term commitment to plannedimmigration.
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This makes your ear sharper and trains you to listen to cues such as intonation for meaning. You’ll also get used to the pace and accent of native English speakers. Improves vocabulary, pronunciation and comprehension – Just like reading a book, you retain these benefits when you listen to an audiobook. Also, it’s better than not learning 5 FACTS ABOUT THE DIVERSITY OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLES Welcome to our Homelands, ISSofBC (Video to bolster dialogue between Indigenous Peoples and newcomers) Indigenous Peoples, plural. One of the biggest misconceptions about Indigenous Peoples is that they belong to one homogenous cultural group. HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO LIVE IN MANITOBA? It provides financial support to low-income private renters. Buying a house– As mentioned, house costs are comparatively low in Manitoba. In January 2020, average price was at $277,670 in MB compared to $338,091 in Quebec and $728,044 in BC according to the National PriceMap of
DID YOU KNOW THAT 80 PER CENT OF CANADA IS UNINHABITED You may already know that Canada is the world’s second-largest country. But did you know that most of it is uninhabited? This is due to its geography and climate that gets inhospitable to LANGUAGE CIRCLE: DESCRIBING PROS AND CONS WHEN BUYING A Join this class to develop your listening, speaking, and reading skills in English. The class has been designed for levels CLB 5-8.CLB5-8.
TAKING THE ONLINE CITIZENSHIP TEST? HERE ARE 3 TIPS FOR Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada is now piloting online citizenship exams for those whose tests were cancelled due to the pandemic and those who are on the waiting list. CANADA’S THREE LEVELS OF GOVERNMENT 4 STEPS TO BECOMING A SELF-DIRECTED LEARNER Make a plan. Writing down goals and listing down the possible paths makes the journey clearer and easier to follow. Make SMART goals to keep you on track. SMART means Specific, Measureable, Attainable, Relevant and Time-Based goals. If you need more help, read Setting English Learning goals the SMART way (this works for any kind ofendeavor).
30 COMPUTER TERMS EVERY BEGINNER SHOULD KNOW A strong password should be hard to guess. Reboot (noun) – to restart your computer. Scroll (verb) – to move text or other information on a computer screen up, down, or sideways. Search (verb) – using keywords or images to look for or retrieve data or webpages and other information on the World Wide Web. Search engine (noun) –programs
CANADIAN CULTURAL VALUES AND BELIEFS The society greatly values tolerance, humility as well as non-violence. To be sure, Canadians have individual traits and quirks. Some even venture to say that traits vary from one province to the next. However, the following are 10 more cultural norms generally observed in Canadian society. These are what they value highly andunderlie many of
7 TIPS FOR EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION USING CHAT AND TEXT Timing – Don’t text someone at 3:00 am and expect an immediate answer. If it’s about work, send it during business hours unless the message is extremely urgent. Don’t be aggressive or gossipy – Fighting, gossiping or sharing confidential information reflects negatively on you. Remember that texts and posts can be saved. 5 NOTABLE INDIGENOUS HISTORICAL FIGURES Chief Tecumseh (Toronto Public Library, CC0), statue of St. Kateri (Dietrekaupp, CC-BY-SA), Gabriel Dumont (Orlando Scott Goff CC0) byWikimedia Commons.
5 FACTS ABOUT THE DIVERSITY OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLES Welcome to our Homelands, ISSofBC (Video to bolster dialogue between Indigenous Peoples and newcomers) Indigenous Peoples, plural. One of the biggest misconceptions about Indigenous Peoples is that they belong to one homogenous cultural group. WHEN THINGS DON’T WORK OUT: GETTING SEPARATED OR DIVORCED According to Manitoba Family Law, if you are married and decide to separate, you are still considered legally married even if there is a court order of separation. Manitoba Law will apply to you on matters such as parenting arrangements (custody), financial support, or division of property. This law also applies to common-lawrelationships.
MAKING A HEALTH EMERGENCY PLAN? MAKE E.R.I.K. A PART OF IT The E.R.I.K. is the brainchild of Winnipeg paramedic, Janice Johnson. It was developed together with the Boni-Vital Council for Seniors, community agencies, Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Services, and the Manitoba Pharmaceutical Association in 2002. Emergency responders, fire fighters, police, those working with seniors and health careprofessionals
TAKING THE ONLINE CITIZENSHIP TEST? HERE ARE 3 TIPS FOR Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada is now piloting online citizenship exams for those whose tests were cancelled due to the pandemic and those who are on the waiting list. CANADA’S THREE LEVELS OF GOVERNMENT 4 STEPS TO BECOMING A SELF-DIRECTED LEARNER Make a plan. Writing down goals and listing down the possible paths makes the journey clearer and easier to follow. Make SMART goals to keep you on track. SMART means Specific, Measureable, Attainable, Relevant and Time-Based goals. If you need more help, read Setting English Learning goals the SMART way (this works for any kind ofendeavor).
30 COMPUTER TERMS EVERY BEGINNER SHOULD KNOW A strong password should be hard to guess. Reboot (noun) – to restart your computer. Scroll (verb) – to move text or other information on a computer screen up, down, or sideways. Search (verb) – using keywords or images to look for or retrieve data or webpages and other information on the World Wide Web. Search engine (noun) –programs
CANADIAN CULTURAL VALUES AND BELIEFS The society greatly values tolerance, humility as well as non-violence. To be sure, Canadians have individual traits and quirks. Some even venture to say that traits vary from one province to the next. However, the following are 10 more cultural norms generally observed in Canadian society. These are what they value highly andunderlie many of
7 TIPS FOR EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION USING CHAT AND TEXT Timing – Don’t text someone at 3:00 am and expect an immediate answer. If it’s about work, send it during business hours unless the message is extremely urgent. Don’t be aggressive or gossipy – Fighting, gossiping or sharing confidential information reflects negatively on you. Remember that texts and posts can be saved. 5 NOTABLE INDIGENOUS HISTORICAL FIGURES Chief Tecumseh (Toronto Public Library, CC0), statue of St. Kateri (Dietrekaupp, CC-BY-SA), Gabriel Dumont (Orlando Scott Goff CC0) byWikimedia Commons.
5 FACTS ABOUT THE DIVERSITY OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLES Welcome to our Homelands, ISSofBC (Video to bolster dialogue between Indigenous Peoples and newcomers) Indigenous Peoples, plural. One of the biggest misconceptions about Indigenous Peoples is that they belong to one homogenous cultural group. WHEN THINGS DON’T WORK OUT: GETTING SEPARATED OR DIVORCED According to Manitoba Family Law, if you are married and decide to separate, you are still considered legally married even if there is a court order of separation. Manitoba Law will apply to you on matters such as parenting arrangements (custody), financial support, or division of property. This law also applies to common-lawrelationships.
MAKING A HEALTH EMERGENCY PLAN? MAKE E.R.I.K. A PART OF IT The E.R.I.K. is the brainchild of Winnipeg paramedic, Janice Johnson. It was developed together with the Boni-Vital Council for Seniors, community agencies, Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Services, and the Manitoba Pharmaceutical Association in 2002. Emergency responders, fire fighters, police, those working with seniors and health careprofessionals
4 STEPS TO BECOMING A SELF-DIRECTED LEARNER Make a plan. Writing down goals and listing down the possible paths makes the journey clearer and easier to follow. Make SMART goals to keep you on track. SMART means Specific, Measureable, Attainable, Relevant and Time-Based goals. If you need more help, read Setting English Learning goals the SMART way (this works for any kind ofendeavor).
10 SIMPLE THINGS TO DO NOW TO HELP SAVE THE PLANET Article updated April 29, 2021. Sources: 10 things you can do to help save the earth, Katie Lambert and Sarah Gleim, How stuff Works; Protecting our planet starts with you, US National Ocean Service; 50 ways to help the planet, 50 ways to help; and Composting, Eartheasy.Accessed February 21, 2020. Coronavirus: How environmental destruction influences the emergence of pandemics, Daina RESOURCES AND SERVICES FOR MANITOBANS WITH Important terms: Access/Accessibility – Barrier-free access to places, events and other functions that are generally available to the community (The Accessibility for Manitobans Act).. Barrier – A barrier (for a person with physical, mental, intellectual or sensory disability)is anything that interacts with that disability in a way that may hinder the person’s full and effective WHEN THINGS DON’T WORK OUT: GETTING SEPARATED OR DIVORCED According to Manitoba Family Law, if you are married and decide to separate, you are still considered legally married even if there is a court order of separation. Manitoba Law will apply to you on matters such as parenting arrangements (custody), financial support, or division of property. This law also applies to common-lawrelationships.
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This makes your ear sharper and trains you to listen to cues such as intonation for meaning. You’ll also get used to the pace and accent of native English speakers. Improves vocabulary, pronunciation and comprehension – Just like reading a book, you retain these benefits when you listen to an audiobook. Also, it’s better than not learning HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO LIVE IN MANITOBA? It provides financial support to low-income private renters. Buying a house– As mentioned, house costs are comparatively low in Manitoba. In January 2020, average price was at $277,670 in MB compared to $338,091 in Quebec and $728,044 in BC according to the National PriceMap of
CANADA’S IMMIGRATION HISTORY The Five Year Plan for immigration was unveiled in 1990. The Five Year Plan proposed an increase in total immigration from 200,000 in 1990 to 250,000 in 1992. This was a landmark plan as it was a first in Canadian history. It signaled a long-term commitment to plannedimmigration.
UNDERSTANDING WORKPLACE CULTURE: 5 KEYS TO SUCCESS IN THE Expectations in the Canadian Workplace, Simon Fraser University Co-operative Education Image. Build your brand and be known as a team player and a competent employee. Note that in the Canadian workplace, being easy to work with is valued just as much as being competent inyour job.
LANGUAGE CIRCLE: DESCRIBING PROS AND CONS WHEN BUYING A Join this class to develop your listening, speaking, and reading skills in English. The class has been designed for levels CLB 5-8.CLB5-8.
WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU ACCIDENTALLY CLICK ON A SPAM LINK If you mistakenly clicked on a spam link and suspect that your computer is infected, you should: Disconnect your device – Take off your device immediately from all sources of internet. This prevents any potential malware from spreading to other devices that are connected to the network. Backup your files – When recovering fromany cyber
TAKING THE ONLINE CITIZENSHIP TEST? HERE ARE 3 TIPS FOR Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada is now piloting online citizenship exams for those whose tests were cancelled due to the pandemic and those who are on the waiting list. 30 COMPUTER TERMS EVERY BEGINNER SHOULD KNOW A strong password should be hard to guess. Reboot (noun) – to restart your computer. Scroll (verb) – to move text or other information on a computer screen up, down, or sideways. Search (verb) – using keywords or images to look for or retrieve data or webpages and other information on the World Wide Web. Search engine (noun) –programs
4 STEPS TO BECOMING A SELF-DIRECTED LEARNER Make a plan. Writing down goals and listing down the possible paths makes the journey clearer and easier to follow. Make SMART goals to keep you on track. SMART means Specific, Measureable, Attainable, Relevant and Time-Based goals. If you need more help, read Setting English Learning goals the SMART way (this works for any kind ofendeavor).
5 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE BUYING A HOUSE IN MB Compared to most major Canadian cities, Manitoba enjoys one of the most affordable housing costs. Based on the latest figures from the Canadian Real Estate Association, the average price of a house in Manitoba is $277,670 in 2020. Compare this to $728,044 in BC or $627,855 in Ontario – you can thank your stars that you are plantingyour roots
5 NOTABLE INDIGENOUS HISTORICAL FIGURES Chief Tecumseh (Toronto Public Library, CC0), statue of St. Kateri (Dietrekaupp, CC-BY-SA), Gabriel Dumont (Orlando Scott Goff CC0) byWikimedia Commons.
MOVING ON: HOW DO YOU QUIT YOUR JOB IN CANADA? WorkCom_Before you begin. Thinking about your knowledge and skills is an independent learning strategy. When you think about what you can doand what
MAKING A HEALTH EMERGENCY PLAN? MAKE E.R.I.K. A PART OF IT The E.R.I.K. is the brainchild of Winnipeg paramedic, Janice Johnson. It was developed together with the Boni-Vital Council for Seniors, community agencies, Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Services, and the Manitoba Pharmaceutical Association in 2002. Emergency responders, fire fighters, police, those working with seniors and health careprofessionals
WHEN THINGS DON’T WORK OUT: GETTING SEPARATED OR DIVORCED According to Manitoba Family Law, if you are married and decide to separate, you are still considered legally married even if there is a court order of separation. Manitoba Law will apply to you on matters such as parenting arrangements (custody), financial support, or division of property. This law also applies to common-lawrelationships.
5 STRATEGIES FOR WORKING WITH PEOPLE FROM OTHER CULTURES Nel came from Southeast Asia. She knows English well, however, English in her country is different from the English spoken in Manitoba. Nel doesn’t understand everything 5 BEST WAYS TO PRACTICE GENDER SENSITIVITY The best way to show sensitivity is to start from a genuine place of kindness and respect. After all, we are all people regardless of gender. Practise empathy and think twice before you do or say anything that may offend others. Make it your policy to use respectful communication at all times. Contribute and work towards a genderinclusive
TAKING THE ONLINE CITIZENSHIP TEST? HERE ARE 3 TIPS FOR Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada is now piloting online citizenship exams for those whose tests were cancelled due to the pandemic and those who are on the waiting list. 30 COMPUTER TERMS EVERY BEGINNER SHOULD KNOW A strong password should be hard to guess. Reboot (noun) – to restart your computer. Scroll (verb) – to move text or other information on a computer screen up, down, or sideways. Search (verb) – using keywords or images to look for or retrieve data or webpages and other information on the World Wide Web. Search engine (noun) –programs
4 STEPS TO BECOMING A SELF-DIRECTED LEARNER Make a plan. Writing down goals and listing down the possible paths makes the journey clearer and easier to follow. Make SMART goals to keep you on track. SMART means Specific, Measureable, Attainable, Relevant and Time-Based goals. If you need more help, read Setting English Learning goals the SMART way (this works for any kind ofendeavor).
5 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE BUYING A HOUSE IN MB Compared to most major Canadian cities, Manitoba enjoys one of the most affordable housing costs. Based on the latest figures from the Canadian Real Estate Association, the average price of a house in Manitoba is $277,670 in 2020. Compare this to $728,044 in BC or $627,855 in Ontario – you can thank your stars that you are plantingyour roots
5 NOTABLE INDIGENOUS HISTORICAL FIGURES Chief Tecumseh (Toronto Public Library, CC0), statue of St. Kateri (Dietrekaupp, CC-BY-SA), Gabriel Dumont (Orlando Scott Goff CC0) byWikimedia Commons.
MOVING ON: HOW DO YOU QUIT YOUR JOB IN CANADA? WorkCom_Before you begin. Thinking about your knowledge and skills is an independent learning strategy. When you think about what you can doand what
MAKING A HEALTH EMERGENCY PLAN? MAKE E.R.I.K. A PART OF IT The E.R.I.K. is the brainchild of Winnipeg paramedic, Janice Johnson. It was developed together with the Boni-Vital Council for Seniors, community agencies, Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Services, and the Manitoba Pharmaceutical Association in 2002. Emergency responders, fire fighters, police, those working with seniors and health careprofessionals
WHEN THINGS DON’T WORK OUT: GETTING SEPARATED OR DIVORCED According to Manitoba Family Law, if you are married and decide to separate, you are still considered legally married even if there is a court order of separation. Manitoba Law will apply to you on matters such as parenting arrangements (custody), financial support, or division of property. This law also applies to common-lawrelationships.
5 STRATEGIES FOR WORKING WITH PEOPLE FROM OTHER CULTURES Nel came from Southeast Asia. She knows English well, however, English in her country is different from the English spoken in Manitoba. Nel doesn’t understand everything 5 BEST WAYS TO PRACTICE GENDER SENSITIVITY The best way to show sensitivity is to start from a genuine place of kindness and respect. After all, we are all people regardless of gender. Practise empathy and think twice before you do or say anything that may offend others. Make it your policy to use respectful communication at all times. Contribute and work towards a genderinclusive
4 STEPS TO BECOMING A SELF-DIRECTED LEARNER Make a plan. Writing down goals and listing down the possible paths makes the journey clearer and easier to follow. Make SMART goals to keep you on track. SMART means Specific, Measureable, Attainable, Relevant and Time-Based goals. If you need more help, read Setting English Learning goals the SMART way (this works for any kind ofendeavor).
10 MORE FACTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT CANADA This is a 1.4% increase compared to July 2018, the highest among G7 countries. This growth is largely attributed to immigration, as Canada welcomed more than 300,000 immigrants and more than 170,000 non-permanent residents from all over the world. Historically, Canada has always been culturally diverse. It has been welcoming immigrantssince
RESOURCES AND SERVICES FOR MANITOBANS WITH Important terms: Access/Accessibility – Barrier-free access to places, events and other functions that are generally available to the community (The Accessibility for Manitobans Act).. Barrier – A barrier (for a person with physical, mental, intellectual or sensory disability)is anything that interacts with that disability in a way that may hinder the person’s full and effective 10 POINTERS TO HELP YOU FIT IN AT WORK Being punctual also shows that you respect the company and other people’s time. So don’t be late! Coming on time means being at work 10-15 minutes ahead of the schedule. Make sure to call ahead to say that you will be late if you can’t avoid it. Apologize andprovide a
7 TIPS FOR EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION USING CHAT AND TEXT Timing – Don’t text someone at 3:00 am and expect an immediate answer. If it’s about work, send it during business hours unless the message is extremely urgent. Don’t be aggressive or gossipy – Fighting, gossiping or sharing confidential information reflects negatively on you. Remember that texts and posts can be saved. WHEN THINGS DON’T WORK OUT: GETTING SEPARATED OR DIVORCED According to Manitoba Family Law, if you are married and decide to separate, you are still considered legally married even if there is a court order of separation. Manitoba Law will apply to you on matters such as parenting arrangements (custody), financial support, or division of property. This law also applies to common-lawrelationships.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO LIVE IN MANITOBA? It provides financial support to low-income private renters. Buying a house– As mentioned, house costs are comparatively low in Manitoba. In January 2020, average price was at $277,670 in MB compared to $338,091 in Quebec and $728,044 in BC according to the National PriceMap of
5 BEST WAYS TO PRACTICE GENDER SENSITIVITY The best way to show sensitivity is to start from a genuine place of kindness and respect. After all, we are all people regardless of gender. Practise empathy and think twice before you do or say anything that may offend others. Make it your policy to use respectful communication at all times. Contribute and work towards a genderinclusive
UNDERSTANDING WORKPLACE CULTURE: 5 KEYS TO SUCCESS IN THE Expectations in the Canadian Workplace, Simon Fraser University Co-operative Education Image. Build your brand and be known as a team player and a competent employee. Note that in the Canadian workplace, being easy to work with is valued just as much as being competent inyour job.
DID YOU KNOW THAT 80 PER CENT OF CANADA IS UNINHABITED You may already know that Canada is the world’s second-largest country. But did you know that most of it is uninhabited? This is due to its geography and climate that gets inhospitable toLIVE & LEARN
Live and Learn is your resource for reliable information and flexible learning options in Manitoba. We are a community of newcomers helping newcomers realize goals for a better life. TAKING THE ONLINE CITIZENSHIP TEST? HERE ARE 3 TIPS FOR Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada is now piloting online citizenship exams for those whose tests were cancelled due to the pandemic and those who are on the waiting list. 5 NOTABLE INDIGENOUS HISTORICAL FIGURES Chief Tecumseh (Toronto Public Library, CC0), statue of St. Kateri (Dietrekaupp, CC-BY-SA), Gabriel Dumont (Orlando Scott Goff CC0) byWikimedia Commons.
7 TIPS FOR EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION USING CHAT AND TEXTCOMMUNICATION MESSAGE MAPDEFINE MESSAGE IN COMMUNICATIONEMPLOYEE TEXT MESSAGE COMMUNICATIONMESSAGE COMMUNICATION MEANINGMESSAGE IN COMMUNICATIONPROCESS
Timing – Don’t text someone at 3:00 am and expect an immediate answer. If it’s about work, send it during business hours unless the message is extremely urgent. Don’t be aggressive or gossipy – Fighting, gossiping or sharing confidential information reflects negatively on you. Remember that texts and posts can be saved. MOVING ON: HOW DO YOU QUIT YOUR JOB IN CANADA? WorkCom_Before you begin. Thinking about your knowledge and skills is an independent learning strategy. When you think about what you can doand what
WHEN THINGS DON’T WORK OUT: GETTING SEPARATED OR DIVORCED According to Manitoba Family Law, if you are married and decide to separate, you are still considered legally married even if there is a court order of separation. Manitoba Law will apply to you on matters such as parenting arrangements (custody), financial support, or division of property. This law also applies to common-lawrelationships.
MAKING A HEALTH EMERGENCY PLAN? MAKE E.R.I.K. A PART OF IT The E.R.I.K. is the brainchild of Winnipeg paramedic, Janice Johnson. It was developed together with the Boni-Vital Council for Seniors, community agencies, Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Services, and the Manitoba Pharmaceutical Association in 2002. Emergency responders, fire fighters, police, those working with seniors and health careprofessionals
5 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE BUYING A HOUSE IN MB Compared to most major Canadian cities, Manitoba enjoys one of the most affordable housing costs. Based on the latest figures from the Canadian Real Estate Association, the average price of a house in Manitoba is $277,670 in 2020. Compare this to $728,044 in BC or $627,855 in Ontario – you can thank your stars that you are plantingyour roots
HEALTH TIPS FOR COMPUTER USERS (OR 6 WAYS TO AVOID DYINGGOOD HABITS FOR GOOD HEALTHGOOD HABITS TO MAKE Sit an arm’s length away – Sit an arm’s length from your computer to prevent eye strain. If your monitor is 20 inches or larger, you will have to sit further back. Position your computer screen properly – Your eye level should be about 2-3 inches below the top of the monitor. Beware TICK SEASON IN MANITOBA: HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF FROM Wear closed toe shoes and cover exposed skin. Wear socks. Tuck in your long-sleeved shirt into your pants. Dress in light coloured clothing. Walk in the centre of trails and avoid tall vegetation. Use an appropriate insect repellent like DEET or Icaridin (or Picaridin). Use as directed by the manufacturer.LIVE & LEARN
Live and Learn is your resource for reliable information and flexible learning options in Manitoba. We are a community of newcomers helping newcomers realize goals for a better life. TAKING THE ONLINE CITIZENSHIP TEST? HERE ARE 3 TIPS FOR Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada is now piloting online citizenship exams for those whose tests were cancelled due to the pandemic and those who are on the waiting list. 5 NOTABLE INDIGENOUS HISTORICAL FIGURES Chief Tecumseh (Toronto Public Library, CC0), statue of St. Kateri (Dietrekaupp, CC-BY-SA), Gabriel Dumont (Orlando Scott Goff CC0) byWikimedia Commons.
7 TIPS FOR EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION USING CHAT AND TEXTCOMMUNICATION MESSAGE MAPDEFINE MESSAGE IN COMMUNICATIONEMPLOYEE TEXT MESSAGE COMMUNICATIONMESSAGE COMMUNICATION MEANINGMESSAGE IN COMMUNICATIONPROCESS
Timing – Don’t text someone at 3:00 am and expect an immediate answer. If it’s about work, send it during business hours unless the message is extremely urgent. Don’t be aggressive or gossipy – Fighting, gossiping or sharing confidential information reflects negatively on you. Remember that texts and posts can be saved. MOVING ON: HOW DO YOU QUIT YOUR JOB IN CANADA? WorkCom_Before you begin. Thinking about your knowledge and skills is an independent learning strategy. When you think about what you can doand what
WHEN THINGS DON’T WORK OUT: GETTING SEPARATED OR DIVORCED According to Manitoba Family Law, if you are married and decide to separate, you are still considered legally married even if there is a court order of separation. Manitoba Law will apply to you on matters such as parenting arrangements (custody), financial support, or division of property. This law also applies to common-lawrelationships.
MAKING A HEALTH EMERGENCY PLAN? MAKE E.R.I.K. A PART OF IT The E.R.I.K. is the brainchild of Winnipeg paramedic, Janice Johnson. It was developed together with the Boni-Vital Council for Seniors, community agencies, Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Services, and the Manitoba Pharmaceutical Association in 2002. Emergency responders, fire fighters, police, those working with seniors and health careprofessionals
5 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE BUYING A HOUSE IN MB Compared to most major Canadian cities, Manitoba enjoys one of the most affordable housing costs. Based on the latest figures from the Canadian Real Estate Association, the average price of a house in Manitoba is $277,670 in 2020. Compare this to $728,044 in BC or $627,855 in Ontario – you can thank your stars that you are plantingyour roots
HEALTH TIPS FOR COMPUTER USERS (OR 6 WAYS TO AVOID DYINGGOOD HABITS FOR GOOD HEALTHGOOD HABITS TO MAKE Sit an arm’s length away – Sit an arm’s length from your computer to prevent eye strain. If your monitor is 20 inches or larger, you will have to sit further back. Position your computer screen properly – Your eye level should be about 2-3 inches below the top of the monitor. Beware TICK SEASON IN MANITOBA: HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF FROM Wear closed toe shoes and cover exposed skin. Wear socks. Tuck in your long-sleeved shirt into your pants. Dress in light coloured clothing. Walk in the centre of trails and avoid tall vegetation. Use an appropriate insect repellent like DEET or Icaridin (or Picaridin). Use as directed by the manufacturer.LIVE & LEARN
Live and Learn is your resource for reliable information and flexible learning options in Manitoba. We are a community of newcomers helping newcomers realize goals for a better life. 10 MORE FACTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT CANADA This is a 1.4% increase compared to July 2018, the highest among G7 countries. This growth is largely attributed to immigration, as Canada welcomed more than 300,000 immigrants and more than 170,000 non-permanent residents from all over the world. Historically, Canada has always been culturally diverse. It has been welcoming immigrantssince
4 STEPS TO BECOMING A SELF-DIRECTED LEARNER Make a plan. Writing down goals and listing down the possible paths makes the journey clearer and easier to follow. Make SMART goals to keep you on track. SMART means Specific, Measureable, Attainable, Relevant and Time-Based goals. If you need more help, read Setting English Learning goals the SMART way (this works for any kind ofendeavor).
30 COMPUTER TERMS EVERY BEGINNER SHOULD KNOW A strong password should be hard to guess. Reboot (noun) – to restart your computer. Scroll (verb) – to move text or other information on a computer screen up, down, or sideways. Search (verb) – using keywords or images to look for or retrieve data or webpages and other information on the World Wide Web. Search engine (noun) –programs
5 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE BUYING A HOUSE IN MB Compared to most major Canadian cities, Manitoba enjoys one of the most affordable housing costs. Based on the latest figures from the Canadian Real Estate Association, the average price of a house in Manitoba is $277,670 in 2020. Compare this to $728,044 in BC or $627,855 in Ontario – you can thank your stars that you are plantingyour roots
10 POINTERS TO HELP YOU FIT IN AT WORK Being punctual also shows that you respect the company and other people’s time. So don’t be late! Coming on time means being at work 10-15 minutes ahead of the schedule. Make sure to call ahead to say that you will be late if you can’t avoid it. Apologize andprovide a
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO LIVE IN MANITOBA? It provides financial support to low-income private renters. Buying a house– As mentioned, house costs are comparatively low in Manitoba. In January 2020, average price was at $277,670 in MB compared to $338,091 in Quebec and $728,044 in BC according to the National PriceMap of
5 BEST WAYS TO PRACTICE GENDER SENSITIVITY The best way to show sensitivity is to start from a genuine place of kindness and respect. After all, we are all people regardless of gender. Practise empathy and think twice before you do or say anything that may offend others. Make it your policy to use respectful communication at all times. Contribute and work towards a genderinclusive
DO YOU KNOW YOUR RIGHTS AS A PERMANENT RESIDENT? A permanent resident (PR) is a citizen of another country who is granted the privilege of permanently living in Canada. Just like a citizen, you have the right to enjoy social benefits (such as healthcare, pensions, and other benefits) and protection under the law. You are also expected to pay your taxes and observe the law underthe federal
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