Eastman Immigrant Services

Youth Short Film - Workshop
2025-12-08 17:00 - 19:30 (America/Winnipeg) | EIS Brandt Street Office, 193 Provincial Trunk Hwy 12, Steinbach, Manitoba, R5G0N7, Canada
Join our SWIS time for a three day after school program designed to engage newcomer youth in storytelling, creativity, and collaboration.
Through this hands-on workshop, participants will learn the basics of writing, directing, and filming their own short Christmas-themed story.
Spots are limited to sign up soon to secure yours!
Register by visiting https://eis.carmis.ai/event-registration/?evt=EVT000000000000000000321

Paint Night
2025-12-03 17:30 - 20:30 | Employment/English for Work Office, 275 Main Street, Steinbach, Manitoba, R5G 1M6, Canada
Join the SWIS team for a winter-themed paint night led by local artist Marissa Wiebe!

Come learn new techniques, express your creativity, and have fun painting with friends.

Ages 12 – 18 are welcome to register.

No experience needed– just bring your creativity and enjoy a cozy, creative night!

To register, visit https://eis.carmis.ai/event-registration/?evt=EVT000000000000000000323

Pistons Hockey Night
2025-11-28 18:45 - 21:30 | Southeast Event Centre, 321 Elmdale Street, Steinbach, Manitoba, R5G 0E8, Canada
Join our SWIS team to witness the hockey action live!

Waywayseecappo Wolverines vs Steinbach Pistons at the Southeast Event Centre in Steinbach

Only 30 spots available

To register, visit https://eis.carmis.ai/event-registration/?evt=EVT000000000000000000322

HIPPY Group Meeting
2025-11-28 09:30 - 23:00, 2025-10-31 09:30 - 23:00 | Employment/English for Work Office, 275 Main Street, Steinbach, Manitoba, R5G 1M6, Canada
The Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) program is a school readiness program offered to newcomer families with children ages 3, 4 and 5. Trained HIPPY Home Visitors come to your house to show you how to create a learning environment for your preschoolers and help you, the parent, prepare your child for success in the Canadian school system.
HIPPY is a 30-week program that provides books, educational materials and fun activities for mom or dad to do with their child. The curriculum is designed just for them. Parents can attend group meetings to meet other HIPPY parents, discuss their progress, learn about Canadian culture and HAVE FUN!
To register for the 2024-25 year, visit https://forms.office.com/r/V2VeAJU0xh
For questions or more info, please contact Donna at 431.366.0392 or donna@eastmanis.com.

Welcome Evening - Mental Health/Winter Readiness
2025-11-20 18:00 - 20:30 | Roadhouse 52 Inn & Suites, 375 N Front Dr B, Steinbach, Manitoba, R5G 0X7, Canada
Welcome, newcomers!
We’re so glad you’re here.
This evening is your chance to meet new people, learn about our community, and feel right at home.
We will also have a short info session regarding mental health and winter readiness for the upcoming season.
We can’t wait to see you there!
To register, please visit: https://eis.carmis.ai/event-registration/?evt=EVT000000000000000000316
If you are wanting to join virtually, please use the link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88425889028

Employment Standards - Info Session (Virtual)
2025-11-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Manitoba
Join us for our upcoming info session, all about Employment Standards in Manitoba.
In partnership with Safe Workers of Tomorrow, learn about:

Overtime
Minimum Wage
Vacation and Time Off
Ending Employment

November 19th (Wednesday)
At 6PM – 8PM
*Please note that this is an online info session. The link for participation will be provided 24-48 hours prior to the start of the session.
Please register by visiting: https://eis.carmis.ai/event-registration/?evt=EVT000000000000000000315

Next Gen Youth - Basketball Camp
2025-11-14 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-11-13 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-11-12 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-11-11 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-11-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Manitoba
SWIS is hosting a 5-day Basketball Program!
In Partnership with the Prairie Basketball league and sponsored by Jumpstart, youth born 2008-2012 can join in a week’s worth of basketball programming.
Join us with any skill level to improve your skills, meet new friends, and have tons of fun!
November 10th – 14th
5:30PM – 7:30PM
Locations:

Nov. 10 Southwood School
Nov. 11 Southeast Event Centre
Nov. 12 Woodlawn School
Nov. 13 Southwood School
Nov. 14 Southeast Event Centre

Only 20 spots available!
To register, visit: https://eis.carmis.ai/event-registration/?evt=EVT000000000000000000314

Family Fun Bowl
2025-11-12 17:30 - 19:30 | Steinbach Bowling Alley & Bistro, 41 Brandt Street, Steinbach, Manitoba, R5G 0T4, Canada
Join us for a night of fun bowling for the whole family!
November 12th
2 Time Slots available:

5:30PM
6:30PM

(Please arrive 10 minutes early for registration)
We will have an ongoing waitlist once the event has met capacity.
To register, please visit: https://eis.carmis.ai/event-registration/?evt=EVT000000000000000000309

The Art of the Click
2025-11-07 17:30 - 19:30 | Eastman Immigrant Services Office, D4-284 Reimer Avenue, Steinbach, Manitoba, R5G0R5, Canada
Join us for a basic photography skills workshop!

Learn basic photography skills
Have fun taking pictures
Discover your own creativity
Learn how to take self- and family portraits
Grow confidence!

Participants must be 18+ to register.
To register, visit: https://eis.carmis.ai/event-registration/?evt=EVT000000000000000000307

Learn About Workers Compensation (WCB)
2025-10-06 14:00 - 16:00 | Eastman Immigrant Services Office, D4-284 Reimer Avenue, Steinbach, Manitoba, R5G0R5, Canada
The Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba (WCB) provides services and benefits when you are hurt at work.
This session will explain:

What the WCB is
How to report an injury
The benefits and service WCB provides
Your workplace safety rights, including your right to report your injury to the WCB

Time will be provided to answer questions.
To register, visit: https://eis.carmis.ai/event-registration/?evt=EVT000000000000000000308

Stop Rent Stress: Get Rent Assist
2025-09-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Employment/English for Work Office, 275 Main Street, Steinbach, Manitoba, R5G 1M6, Canada
Join us for our next info session – all about Rent Assist!
September 16th
2PM-3PM
In person at 275 Main Street
OR join via Teams (link to follow with registration)
Learn about:

Non-EIA Rent Assist
Who can apply
What documents you need
Additional benefits (Manitoba Child Benefit, Housing Benefit, etc.)

Featuring guest speaker Clemence Nibayubahe from the Department of Families
To register, visit https://eis.carmis.ai/event-registration/?evt=EVT000000000000000000290

SRSS Info Night
2025-09-11 17:00 - 18:00 | Steinbach Regional Secondary School, 190 McKenzie Avenue, Steinbach, Manitoba, R5G0L2, Canada
For families of high school students in the 2025/2026 school year.
Receive information from a Guidance Counsellor, EAL teacher, and Vice Principle of the Steinbach Regional Secondary School. Meet the teacher event to follow (see the school, classrooms, and meet your child’s teachers).
Learn about:

Choosing courses
Earning credits
Exams
Student reports
Roles of teaching, support, and administrative staff

Refreshments will be served.
The info session will be held at the Steinbach Regional Secondary School Library.
To register, visit https://eis.carmis.ai/event-registration/?evt=EVT000000000000000000295

Night Market
2025-08-29 16:00 - 21:00 | Pat Porter Active Living Centre, 10 Chrysler Gate, Steinbach, Manitoba, R5G2E6, Canada
We are collaborating with Pat Porter Active Living Centre to bring you the first ever Night Market!
Join us for amazing food, great entertainment, creative vendors, and lots to do for your kids!
No registration necessary – we can’t wait to see you there!

School Prep - Info Session
2025-08-28 17:00 - 18:00 | K.R. Barkman Park, 510 Wilson Street, Steinbach, Manitoba, R5G 0N4, Canada
This session is specially designed for newcomer students in elementary, middle, and high school who will be attending schools in the Hanover School Division.
Together, we’ll explore what school life in Canada is like, how to build confidence in the classroom, and practical ways to manage time and schedules.
Students will also gain important school readiness tips that aren’t usually taught in class. Come ready to learn, ask questions, and connect as we get prepared for a successful school year!
To register, visit https://eis.carmis.ai/event-registration/?evt=EVT000000000000000000294

First-Time Home Buyer: Overview of Home Buying Programs and Incentives
2025-08-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Employment/English for Work Office, 275 Main Street, Steinbach, Manitoba, R5G 1M6, Canada
Join us for our First-Time Home Buyer information session!
Learn about:

Overview of home buying programs
Getting preapproved for a mortgage
Understanding home buying costs
Provincial and territorial programs
Tips for finding and buying a home

To register, visit https://eis.carmis.ai/event-registration/?evt=EVT000000000000000000286

Feeders & Friendship
2025-08-15 17:30 - 19:30 | A.D. Penner Park, Park Road East, Steinbach, Manitoba, R5G1V4, Canada
Join us for the Feeders & Friendship Birdhouse decorating workshop!
Expect to:

Paint birdhouses and feeders
Have fun games for kids
Make friends and share experiences
Chat and snack
Get more information about E.I.S. services

This workshop is a collaboration with Pat Porter Active Living Centre and the Healthy Together Now grant.
Register by visiting https://eis.carmis.ai/event-registration/?evt=EVT000000000000000000292

The Kindness Connection - Mentorship Program
2025-08-15 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-14 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-13 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-12 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-11 13:00 - 16:00 | Employment/English for Work Office, 275 Main Street, Steinbach, Manitoba, R5G 1M6, Canada
The Kindness Connection is a youth mentorship program centered around positive mental health and well-being.

Here your child can learn how to care for themselves and others, using the ThrivalKits.

Snacks will be provided and each child will get to go home with their personalized ThrivalKit shoebox and a participation certificate.

Welcome Evening - Ice Cream Party
2025-07-29 18:30 - 20:00 | A.D. Penner Park, Park Road East, Steinbach, Manitoba, R5G1V4, Canada
Welcome, newcomers!
We’re so glad you’re here.
This evening is your chance to meet new people, learn about our community, and feel right at home.
We would also love to see parents with children!
Ice cream, snacks and coffee will be provided.

SWIS Summer Bike Program
2025-07-18 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-07-17 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-07-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Steinbach Regional Secondary School Bus Loop, 190 McKenzie Ave, Steinbach, Manitoba, R5G 0L2, Canada
Join the SWIS team for our Summer Bike Program 2025!
July 14th – 18th
1PM – 3PM
Steinbach Regional Secondary School bus loop
Learn how to set up, maintain, and ride your bike! Become familiar with the rules of the road in Canada and practice riding for fun and safety!
Free bikes and helmets will be given out to all 20 participants thanks to Jumpstart!
Kids born 2012-2015 are welcome to register!
Register by visiting https://eis.carmis.ai/event-registration/?evt=EVT000000000000000000266
