Growth. Empowerment. Collective elevation.
Continuous learning and professional development are keys to progress and success in the settlement and integration sector. Our Professional Development (PD) events are immersive experiences designed for front-line workers, managers, and team leads. Attending these events is a commitment to staying at the forefront of our ever-evolving sector.
Thanks to ARAISA’s PD events:
- organizations are better equipped to serve immigrants and refugees
- staff members are empowered to deliver responsive and professional programs
- newcomers’ settlement needs are better understood and met
- the entire region strengthens its capacity to drive positive change in the sector
But our commitment also extends to fostering connections. Our PD events are energetic hubs where participants leave with newfound knowledge, a network of peers and a surge of motivation!
Any questions on past or upcoming professional development opportunities?
Contact Florence Lux-Côté at fluxcote@araisa.ca
Upcoming Event
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The 4 latest events
February 25 & 26, 2025
Empowering RAP Staff: Innovative Strategies and Best Practices for Atlantic SPOs
Hosted by ARAISA, this PD session brought together staff from the eight Atlantic RAP SPOs for RAP-specific training, networking, and knowledge-sharing. It covered best practices, including housing and staff onboarding. Participants gained insights from IRCC and the National RAP Working Group, looked at RAP-to-settlement coordination, and attended a workshop on the Trauma of Money approach. The event strengthened regional networks and recognized RAP staff dedication.
44 attendees | 100% overall event satisfaction | 76 % indicated they were very likely to apply the training in their work | On a scale of 1 to 10, the training’s impact on organizational capacity averaged 9
February 5 & 6, 20235
Breaking Barriers : Supporting Diverse and 2SLGBTQI+ Newcomers
This annual ARAISA PD session, designed by and for frontline staff, focused on key learning topics: barriers faced by diverse newcomers, support for 2SLGBTQI+ individuals, and strategies for effective client service while maintaining staff well-being. It also fostered knowledge-sharing and recognized frontline workers’ contributions.
81 attendees | 26 organizations represented | 100% overall event satisfaction | 84% reported that the training will enhance their organization’s capacity to meet newcomer needs
November 5-6, 2024
Reimagining Governance
This dynamic and interactive session, facilitated by Lisa Villeneuve, was tailored for executive and managing directors, CEOs, senior leaders, and board chairs/directors. Participants explored emerging approaches and practices for purpose-driven governance, discussed governance myths, and learned about enhancing strategic decision-making.
30 attendees | 100% of participants reported that the workshop improved their knowledge of emerging approaches and practices in non-profit governance. | All participants agreed that the event fostered connections and dialogue within the sector.
February 21-23, 2024
Building Front-line Workers’ Capacity in the Workplace
This PD event was tailored for front-line settlement workers and took place in Halifax, NS and online. The goal of this event was to build frontline workers’ capacity in the workplace (positive workplace, multi-tasking, critical thinking, and more) and create the conditions for frontline workers to engage with each other, be inspired, and equip themselves to rise to the challenges and navigate ‘the system’ without burning out.
64 in-person attendees | 90 online event registrants | 96% of participants reported that they were likely to implement the professional development strategies learned during the PD in their workplaces.