Senior Immigrant Settlement Services
The program offers a wide range of settlement services for newcomers 55 years of age and over.
Settlement Orientation for Seniors
A settlement orientation for newcomers 55 or older. Participants will learn about living in Manitoba, Canada and topics covering:
- Canadian laws and culture
- Health and safety
- Housing
- Transportation
- Money and banking
- Community information
English Language Program for Seniors
An opportunity for older adults to:
- Learn English needed to do everyday tasks such as going to the doctor, shopping, banking
- Connect with other older adults in their community
- Learn about programs and services for older adults in Winnipeg
Levels CLB 3 - 4
Classes are three times per week for two hours per class at two locations in Winnipeg.
To attend the English Language Program for Seniors students must go to WELARC for a language assessment and referral.
English Conversation Classes For Seniors
An opportunity for older adults to:
- Practice their English skills
- Meet other older adults from their community and around the world
- Learn more about programs and services for older adults in Winnipeg
Settlement & Volunteer Support Worker
- Provides settlement support to older adult newcomers
- Provides support to program volunteers
Language Buddy for Seniors
This program aims to help older adult newcomers feel less isolated and lonely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Get a call once or twice a week in one's own language
- Engage in friendly conversations
- Create meaningful connections with others
- Able and willing to have a volunteer call them
SISS Volunteer Opportunities:
English Language Program for Seniors (ELP) Classroom Volunteer
Helps students with classroom activities, including small group work and other learning activities.
For more information, please view the volunteer job description.
To volunteer for this role, apply on our Volunteer page.
For more information, please contact SISS@aosupportservices.ca.
English Conversation Class Facilitator
Assists participants in the program to achieve greater fluency and confidence in the English language through conversation in an informal group setting.
For more information, please view the volunteer job description.
To volunteer for this role, apply on our Volunteer page.
Language Buddy for Seniors Volunteer
Helps older adult newcomers feel less isolated and lonely during the COVID-19 pandemic by calling once or twice a week using their native language.
For more information, please view the volunteer job description.
To volunteer for this role, apply on our Volunteer page.
For more information, please contact SISS@aosupportservices.ca.
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I am very happy to be able to have the opportunity to be in the A & O program. Being here for almost two years gave me the confidence to speak a little bit better than before. I find my teachers and the staff very kind and considerate. It is here that i found many friends from all over the world.
My dad's English language has improved since he attended the program for senior immigrants at A & O. He has gained confidence in speaking English and I’m very glad that he can now communicate with his grandchildren.
I just want to let you know my parents are enjoying the class so much. During the years they improved a lot with their English. Thank you guys so much for the hard work and good opportunities.
I am very thankful to A & O and the staff for the opportunity to study English. Being a student and a volunteer helped me so much cope during my most difficult time in Canada. I appreciate everything you have done to me.