Community Engagement - Canada Connects Program Provided by: Immigrant and Refugee Services Association Prince Edward Island - AKA: IRSA; IRSAPEI; PEIANC (former name); PEI Association for Newcomers to Canada (former name) ; Immigrant & Refugee Services Association

Newcomers are paired with an individual who is an established resident in the community so they can spend time together. Volunteers and clients may be single, couples or families. Matches are made based on similar interests, location and other factors. The program helps newcomers:

Adjust to living in PEI and make community connections
Learn about cultural norms and expectations
Develop language skills informally
Explore opportunities in the community

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Community Engagement - Ethno-Cultural Organizations in PEI - Online Directory Provided by: Immigrant and Refugee Services Association Prince Edward Island - AKA: IRSA; IRSAPEI; PEIANC (former name); PEI Association for Newcomers to Canada (former name) ; Immigrant & Refugee Services Association

Provides an online directory with contact information for a wide variety of ethno-cultural organizations in Epekwitk / PEI. The contact information included in the directory is considered reliable but is not guaranteed.

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Community Engagement - Holiday Host Program Provided by: Immigrant and Refugee Services Association Prince Edward Island - AKA: IRSA; IRSAPEI; PEIANC (former name); PEI Association for Newcomers to Canada (former name) ; Immigrant & Refugee Services Association

Connects newcomers to Canada with settled resident volunteers who wish to invite newcomers into their home for the holiday season so they can experience Canadian holiday traditions by sharing a meal, seasonal activity or party invitation together. Typically individuals and their hosts get together either around Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year's.

2025 Registration Deadline: December 20th

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Community Engagement - Newcomer Men's Group Provided by: Immigrant and Refugee Services Association Prince Edward Island - AKA: IRSA; IRSAPEI; PEIANC (former name); PEI Association for Newcomers to Canada (former name) ; Immigrant & Refugee Services Association

Group brings together newcomer men and males who are established in the community to build relationships, socialize and participate in activities. Activities take place roughly once every three months and vary based on the interests of the current members. Examples of past events include:

Socializing over coffee
Participating in sports

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Community Engagement - Newcomer Women's Group Provided by: Immigrant and Refugee Services Association Prince Edward Island - AKA: IRSA; IRSAPEI; PEIANC (former name); PEI Association for Newcomers to Canada (former name) ; Immigrant & Refugee Services Association

Provides an opportunity for immigrant women to be social, make friends, practice language skills, and learn more about Canadian culture and other cultures. Group is hosted by female IRSA staff and volunteers, and activities are held from once per month (summer) to one or more times per week during much of the winter. Activities may include:

Potluck meals
Health and fitness activities like dance, hiking, kayaking, Zumba
Cooking
Arts and crafts
Attending performances
Info sessions and discussion groups
Gardening
Seasonal celebrations
Participating in International Women's Day events in PEI

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Community Events Provided by: Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada - AKA: MS Society

Provides in-person and online programs to support individuals living with MS and their caregivers. Includes:

Virtual information session
Virtual yoga
MS Walk
MS Bike
MS Support groups and more

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Community Fridges and Pantries in PEI Provided by: Community Fridges and Pantries in PEI

A fridge and/or pantry filled with free food and personal hygiene products.

Items vary by location and the availability depends on donations but may include:

Fresh produce
Cooked meats
Dry and canned goods
Cheese
Bread
Cooked meals
Non-alcoholic drinks
Personal hygiene products
Diapers, baby wipes, baby formula
Laundry detergent

Note: Check the complete list of acceptable donations and rules at the sites or on their Facebook page.

3 Emma Drive, Alberton, PE C0B 1B0

10 Maple Hills Avenue, Charlottetown, PE C1C 1N2

Community Centre West Royal, 1 Kirkdale Road, Charlottetown, PE C1E 1R3

513 Main Street, Lower Montague, PE C0A 1R0

Montague Rotary Library, 21 Sullivan Lane, Lower Montague, PE C0A 1R0

Murray Harbour Community Centre, 1382 Main Street, Murray Harbour, PE C0A 1V0

2784 Bayshore Road, Grand Tracadie, PE C0A 1P0

25 Hopeton Road, Stratford, PE C1B 1T6

Corner of Foundry Street and Granville Street, Summerside, PE C1N 2Z1

Afton Community Centre, 1552 Route 19, New Dominion, PE C0A 1H6

6346 Trans-Canada Hwy, Vernon Bridge, PE C0A 2E0

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Community Kitchen Provided by: Mi'kmaq Family Resource Centre - AKA: MFRC

Offers parents and caregivers the opportunity to gather together, learn new recipes and prepare a meal to take home to their families.

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Community Meals for Older Adults Provided by: Government of Prince Edward Island - Department of Social Development and Seniors - AKA: Formerly Department of Social Development and Housing

Free community meals for older adults are being held across PEI.

See website for list of locations and dates.

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Community of Survivors/Care Supporters' Community Provided by: Heart and Stroke - AKA: Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada

Facebook groups that allow people who have experienced heart disease or stroke, or are caring for someone living with heart disease or stroke, to connect with others going through the same experience.

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