Global Gathering Services

the following services are available to you:

Coffee and Conversation

Thursday afternoons from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Newcomers and volunteers meet informally over a cup of coffee. This relaxed environment provides an ideal setting for newcomers to learn more about Canadian culture and traditions, and to develop mutual friendships.

English as a Second Language (ESL)

Many immigrants and refugees experience difficulty expressing themselves orally and in writing. Our ESL program is designed to help newcomers gain a better understanding of and facility in English. The ESL program is focused on reading, writing, listening and speaking.

Our qualified instructors are keen to help! We offer formal classes as well as opportunities for one-on-one tutoring. Students actively participate in this learning process by sharing their cultural experiences in the classroom.

Parents are encouraged to bring their children (ages 4-12) to the Monday and Wednesday evening classes. Supervised children’s activities are provided during evening class time.

ESL schedule
Monday 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Wednesday 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Thursday 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

For registration information, please contact the Global Gathering Place office at 665-0268.

Women's program

Our women’s group meets weekly to take part in a variety of activities designed to empower and educate participants. The program encourages women to build positive futures through self-awareness, personal growth, skill development, and through the creation of support networks with other immigrant and refugee women.

Tuesday Evening Presentations

On Tuesday evenings, speakers from different agencies provide information about services available in the community. This program is designed to make Saskatoon more familiar and accessible to newcomers by linking them with the resources they require. As a result, we hope to encourage and support people of all cultures to more fully participate in community life.

Sunday Program

Our Sunday afternoon program is family-oriented. Family members make new friendships and discover new places in and around the city by participating in a variety of cultural and recreational activities. Some of our past events have included: visits to museums and festivals, lake excursions, and sports activities such as bowling, curling, and outdoor skating!