1. Let’s Connect Session Agency’s Name Location Date Presenter’s name
Agency’s logo

2. Agency's Programs & Services
Agency logo
Agency's Address
& Phone Number
Agency's Programs & Services

3. Agenda Items Introduction to the Handbook Local Information
Topics of Interest Selection
Break
Topic 1
Topic 2
Final Questions
Wrap Up

4. Getting to Know Canada and Ontario
Levels of Government in Canada
Federal government
Canada
Member of Parliament (MP)
Provincial government
Ontario
Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP)
Municipal government
Insert Your City
Councillors
The three levels of government are as follows:
Federal Government – Canada
Representatives are called– MP (Member of Parliament)
Provincial Government - Ontario
Representatives are called– MPP (Member of Provincial Parliament)
Municipal Government- City of Residence
Representatives are called - City Councillors

5. Government representatives
The Prime Minister
Canada
Stephen Harper
The Premier
Ontario
Kathleen Wynne
The Mayor
Insert Your City’s Name
Insert your Mayor's Name

6. Canadian Provinces

7. Ontario’s Climate Ontarians enjoy 4 seasons: Winter Fall Spring
Ontario enjoys four different seasons every year. We have warm summers during July and August and comfortable weather in spring (May and June) and the fall (September and October). Winters can be very cold, especially in Northern Ontario. If you are used to a tropical or hot climate, be prepared to dress warmly during the winter.
Ontarians enjoy 4 seasons:
Winter
Beginning the latter part of June
Ending the latter part of September
Fall
Beginning the latter part of September
Ending the latter part of December
Beginning the latter part of December
Ending the latter part of March
Spring
Beginning the latter part of March
Ending the latter part of June

8. Inclusiveness
Ontario’s population is diverse and inclusive of everyone
The Ontario Human Rights Code applies equally to:
Women & Men
Any Religion, Culture & Ethnicity
People with disabilities
LGBTQ communities

9. Family Relationships
In Canadian culture there are various different family units
Types of families:
Nuclear Family (both parents - husband & wife or same sex)
Single Parent Family (one parent – mom/dad)
Extended Family
Step Parent Families
Families are varied – one parent, two parents, multiple parents, step families, same sex parents, extended families

10. Family and Relationships
Equality in relationships
Women and men in family relations are equal as are women and women; men and men
Legal and social protections are in place for adults and children who suffer from violence, abuse or neglect
Women and Men in family relations are equal as are women and women; men and men
Legal and social protections are in place for adults and children who suffer from violence, abuse or neglect

11. Caring for the Environment
Littering: Residents should not throw litter on the street or from the car or leave garbage on country roads and highways
Recycling: Blue box, Green bin, Orange Drop, Electronics disposal, composting
Conserving Energy and Water: Save on electricity and water to reduce your costs and help our environment
Canadians take great pride in caring for the environment
Residents should not throw litter on the street or from the car or leave garbage on country roads and highways
Littering is prohibited
It is against the law to throw litter on the street
It is against the law to throw garbage form your car
It is against the law to leave garbage on country roads and highways
There are a variety of ways to dispose of garbage
Recycling: Blue box, Green bin, Orange Drop, Electronics Disposal and Composting
Conserving Energy and Water: Save on electricity and water to reduce your costs and help our environment
Smart meters helps with electricity conservation
Practice water conservation by stopping leaks and look for water sense labels

12. Adjusting to Ontario
Culture & Activities

13. Campus and Social Life Get involved in extra curricular activities
Make friends
Balance studies with socializing
Stay safe
Learn sexual harassment policies
Research employment possibilities

14. Effective Budgeting
Think about the following expenses when you plan your budget.

15. Community Resources On Campus Off Campus Recreation Facilities
Support Services
Library
Student Clubs
Off Campus
Recreation Facilities
Support Services (including your agency)
Libraries
Others

16. Topics of Interest

17. Break

18. Add slides from topics of interest selected

19. Extra Resources & Announcements
On Campus
Add local information
Off Campus

20. Final Questions Where to find answers Websites Add local information
Resources

21. Thank you
Merci