Programs Calendar

Programs Calendar & Archive

Everything OIA offers, and everything we have delivered. See this month's schedule, browse the full program catalog, and explore our month-by-month archive.

To date, OIA has delivered more than 20 distinct programs and workshops across 7 areas, and we grow every month.

This MonthJuly 2026

Date	Day	Program	Time
Jul 1	Wed	English	3:30-5:00
Jul 2	Thu	French	10:00-11:30
Jul 3	Fri	Free Discussion	5:30-7:00
Jul 6	Mon	Zumba	10:00-11:00
Jul 6	Mon	Free Discussion	5:30-7:00
Jul 7	Tue	Business Skills Master Class (Session 4)	1:00-3:00
Jul 7	Tue	Yoga	6:00-7:30
Jul 8	Wed	English	3:30-5:00
Jul 9	Thu	French	10:00-11:30
Jul 9	Thu	Fabric Painting Workshop (North York)	5:00-7:00
Jul 9	Thu	Confidence and Self Expression in Business (Session 1)	5:00-7:00
Jul 10	Fri	English Basic	10:00-11:30
Jul 10	Fri	Free Discussion	5:30-7:00
Jul 13	Mon	Zumba	10:00-11:00
Jul 13	Mon	Free Discussion	5:30-7:00
Jul 14	Tue	English Basic	10:00-11:30
Jul 14	Tue	Business Skills Master Class (Session 5)	1:00-3:00
Jul 14	Tue	Yoga	6:00-7:30
Jul 15	Wed	English	3:30-5:00
Jul 16	Thu	French	10:00-11:30
Jul 16	Thu	Confidence and Self Expression in Business (Session 2)	5:00-7:00
Jul 17	Fri	English Basic	10:00-11:30
Jul 17	Fri	Resin Workshop	5:00-7:00
Jul 20	Mon	Zumba	10:00-11:00
Jul 20	Mon	Free Discussion	5:30-7:00
Jul 21	Tue	English Basic	10:00-11:30
Jul 21	Tue	Business Skills Master Class (Session 6)	1:00-3:00
Jul 21	Tue	Yoga	6:00-7:30
Jul 22	Wed	English	3:30-5:00
Jul 23	Thu	French	10:00-11:30
Jul 24	Fri	English Basic	10:00-11:30
Jul 24	Fri	Free Discussion	5:30-7:00
Jul 25	Sat	Pottery Painting Workshop	5:00-7:00
Jul 27	Mon	Zumba	10:00-11:00
Jul 27	Mon	Free Discussion	5:30-7:00
Jul 28	Tue	English Basic	10:00-11:30
Jul 28	Tue	Business Skills Master Class (Session 7)	1:00-3:00
Jul 28	Tue	Yoga	6:00-7:30
Jul 29	Wed	English	3:30-5:00
Jul 30	Thu	French	10:00-11:30
Jul 30	Thu	Hat Painting Workshop	5:00-7:00
Jul 31	Fri	English Basic	10:00-11:30
Jul 31	Fri	Free Discussion	5:30-7:00

Program Catalog

Seven areas designed to help you grow skills, confidence, and income.

Language Learning

English Course
Three levels (beginner, intermediate, conversation) for daily life, work, and community.
French Course
Beginner French for newcomers who want a second official language.
Free Discussion
English conversation practice in a safe space to build speaking confidence.

Digital Skills

Instagram Course
Build a page, create content, and get seen for your business or brand.
LinkedIn Course
Professional profile, networking, and finding work in Canada.
Canva Course
Design posts and posters simply and professionally, no technical skills needed.

Business and Entrepreneurship

Business Skills Master Class
A deep, multi-session course on launching and growing a small business in Canada.
Etsy Selling Course
Open an online shop and sell handmade products to a global market.
Branding Course
Name, visual identity, message, and a place in the customer's mind.
Financial Literacy Course
Money management, budgeting, credit, and Canada's banking system.
Confidence and Self Expression in Business
Present yourself and your work with confidence.

Mental Health and Empowerment

Psychology Workshop in Times of Crisis
Managing stress, anxiety, and the hard moments of migration, with practical tools.
Self Care Workshop
Caring for body and mind, even amid daily responsibilities.
Art Therapy Workshop
Use art to express emotions and reduce stress, no skill required.
Meditation Course
Meditation to reduce stress, sharpen focus, and find calm.

Physical Wellness

Online Fitness
Online sessions to protect physical health and daily energy.
Aerobics
Energetic aerobics for fitness and vitality, in a motivating group.
Zumba
Fun, high-energy dance fitness for every level.
Yoga
Gentle yoga for strength, flexibility, and calm.

Art and Creativity

Resin Workshop
Make jewelry and decor with resin, a creative skill and income path.
Fabric Painting Workshop
Techniques for painting on fabric to create handmade products.
Pottery Painting Workshop
Hand-paint ceramics as a calming, creative craft.
Hat Painting Workshop
Design and paint wearable art.

Community and Networking

Gatherings
Friendly events for connection, empathy, and belonging.
Networking Gatherings
Meet collaborators and grow professional relationships.
Cultural Celebrations
Seasonal events (for example Yalda Night) to keep the bond with culture.

Program Archive

What we have delivered, newest to oldest.

June 2026

Fabric Painting Workshop (Jun 19)
LinkedIn Master Class (Jun 8)
Weekly English, French, Free Discussion, Zumba, Yoga, Business Skills

May 2026

Resin Jewelry Making Workshop (May 28)
Clay Flower Workshop (May 20)
UV Resin Jewelry Workshop (May 7)

February 2026

OIA Sales Event, two-day market (Feb 21 to 22)

December 2025

Canva Workshop (Dec 10)
Personal and Business Marketing, five sessions (Dec 5)

September 2025

Instagram for Business Course (Sep 19)

August 2025

English Conversation Club (Aug 11)

July 2025

Wellness and Networking Picnic (Jul 25)
From Booth to Business training (Jul 18)

June 2025

Arts Workshop, 3D textured art (Jun 3)

May 2025

Psychological Resilience, Farsi (May 20)

April 2025

Instagram Academy, Session 1 (Apr 17)

March 2025

Resin Jewelry Making Workshop (Mar 4)

February 2025

POS Workshop, member only (Feb 16)

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