Welcome to the City
Dawson College, Montréal
Cooking on a Budget
Groceries are expensive, but this workshop is free!
“Cooking on a Budget” is delivered by Chef T. Light and provided by Y4Y Québec as part of the Welcome to the City workshop series. This workshop will explore how to plan and make delicious home cooked meals that won’t break the bank. This is a hands-on workshop where we will provide you with the ingredients necessary to cook alongside the chef.
September 19th, 3:00-5:00 PM
Financial Literacy
“Financial Literacy” is delivered by Brian Smith and provided by Y4Y Québec as part of the Welcome to the City workshop series. This workshop covers topics such as making a budget, living within your means, and responsible spending. Participants can expect a group style conversation where their individual questions can be answered as well as a few hypothetical situations and tools to help maintain a budget moving forward.
October 1st, 4:00-6:00 PM
Living with Roommates
“Living with Roommates: The Do’s and Don’ts of Shared Living” is delivered by David Robinson and provided by Y4Y Québec as part of the Welcome to the City workshop series. This workshop will involve a group discussion about the obstacles and benefits of living with other people. David will also guide participants through the framework of how to have uncomfortable conversations with friends and roommates, how to set firm but fair boundaries, and play out what some of these difficult conversations might look like.
October 10th, 12:45-2:45 PM
Employment 101
“Employment 101: Pay, Time Off, and Harassment” is delivered by Educaloi and provided by Y4Y Québec as part of the Welcome to the City workshop series. This workshop will be facilitated by a lawyer and will cover your rights and responsibility as an employee in Québec.
You will learn about your legal rights when it comes to getting paid, taking time off, and dealing with harassment. Get ready to participate in open discussion periods, quiz questions, and a role-playing activity!
October 16th, 12:00-2:00 PM