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2012-12-06T13:11:00.004-05:00

Welcome to the Travel Language Culture Info Pages

FREE Toronto ESL Cafe conversation classes

The ESL English Cafe conversations are facilitated by volunteers. The volunteers have patience, enthusiasm, good-will towards all and some even have ESL teacher certification.

The ESL English Cafe conversation tables are divided into beginner, intermediate and advanced language skill levels.

Conversation topics include current events, vacations, where to get stuff cheap, how to study, some politics, funny things about Canada, job training, career suggestions, where to go to school, how to get a job.

The FREE ESL English Cafe conversation sessions have operated at St Paul's for almost six years now and have helped adults, newcomers to Canada and students from Mexico, Peru, Colombia, Brazil, Argentina, Japan, China, Taiwan, Philippines, Cameroon, Iran, Iraq, Turkey, Bulgaria, Russia, Poland, Italy, France, Spain, Ivory Coast and many other countries. You can meet new friends from around the world.

Come and visit us this Monday and say hello to the volunteers:
In the first picture: myself Tony, Poi, Shelia, David, Claude, Marois, Matt, and Dennis.

Go to our ESL Cafe Pictures Page to see additional pictures of our English classes and events.

Joining the 21st Century

2012-04-03T16:36:00.000-04:00

Some consider me a late adapter to new technology.

I disagree.

When you find something that works - you have established habits - you do not want to change.

This is my usual pattern of behaviour.

For many years I had a standard land line in my home and office. For in between and any emergencies I had a pager. This worked fine.

In one of my consulting partnerships - the other half was completly insecure about everything - he had to be always connected - had to have all the latest stuff. He presented his image using external objects. He believed that if he had the best watch, suit, car and electronic toys - then he was the best.

I am old fashioned - I presented that I had the knowledge, the ability and could be trusted.

My partner "wasted" about $60,000 on execessive car leases, suits that went out of style in 2 years, two lost watches, outrageous cell phone bills, gained 20 pounds with monster dinners to show off - then none of the expensive suits fitted.

I "wasted" my time talking to the clients - asking what they really wanted and built a rapport.

After 2 years my partner left to work with someone more "modern". After another year with the more "modern partner" - he went bankrupt. He is now in and out of rehab.

I asked our clients what they thought of the new technology my "partner" was always demonstrating. They thought it was wonderful. They could see it, experience it and then decide if it was functional for them. With no cost to them. Clients and contacts often said to me that they invited my "partner" over just to see the new toys - they really did not want to do business.

Using and showing off new technology can open doors. However, once through the door you still have to prove that you have the knowledge, ability and can be trusted. If your technology does not work or is wildly expensive - then you really lose.

You also have to be careful. Using new technology can be a distraction. You can become a slave to the technology. You lose your freedom and waste far too much money on something that when analysed does not contribute any revenue.

When it comes down to it - Do you want to spend your time marketing for the technology companies? - or doing your real work?. Too many people are confused about the real priorities.

I am not a late adapter - I am someone that only migrates when technology can serve me - save me time - make work more efficient - save money.

I am looking for a new communication system - I will tell you more later.

The Parya Trillium Foundation works with the Toronto Persian Community

2012-01-13T11:48:00.000-05:00

Established in 2002, the Parya Trillium Foundation is a not-for-profit federally registered Canadian charity. Parya hosts educational, social, cultural, art and recreational activities to meet the needs of Greater Toronto’s Persian-speaking community and the community at large.

Parya expanded its programming, services and facility at the exciting new location in Markham to include:
■ Arts & Ideas
■ Educational Programs
■ Health & Wellness
■ Newcomer Services
■ Persian Cultural Events
■ Seniors Programs
■ Sports & Recreation
■ Youth Programs

Persian Cultural Events
Some of highlights of these cultural events that promote a sense of belonging and harmony are Nowruz and Chaharshanbe-Suri.

Nowruz
One of the main events each year is to celebrate the secular Persian festival of Nowruz. Which is celebrated on the spring equinox and announces the begginning of the Persian calendar.

Chaharshanbe-Suri
Chaharshanbe-Suri falls on the last Wednesday of the Persian calendar year, and has its origins in the fire worshipping rituals of prehistoric inhabitants of the Iranian plateau beginning some three thousand seven hundred years ago.

Today the festival is celebrated in preparation for the first day of spring, as a prelude to the Iranian new year, Nowruz. This event is a purely secular celebration, in which Iranians come together to light bonfires in public spaces and leap over their flames.

As children, women and men jump through the fire they sing out "zardi-ye man az to, sorkhi-ye to az man," loosely translated to mean "take my yellow paleness and give me your red warmth." Leaping over the fire three times symbolically enacts the leaving behind of one's troubles and worries to embrace a fresh new beggining.

In order to help children learn about these cultural festivities, Parya hosted a Chaharshanbe-Suri event, filled with activities and fun, such as face painting, story hour, puppet show, and singing.

To Contact Parya:
http://parya.org/contact

Welcome to the Travel Language Culture Network Club

2011-03-25T13:22:00.000-04:00

Welcome to the Travel Language Culture Network Club

Are you studying English in Canada and need some friendly assistance?

Do you need help with your travel plans, housing, shopping or just making new friends that you can study with?

The free TLC information on this website can help you.
TLC Main Website URL:
http://www.eslincanada.ca/

World to Canada to Study and Tour

Canada is a wonderful country for the long time citizens and the short term visitors who tour, study, vacation live and work in this open modern democratic society.

Canada is the world leader in education and humanitarian peace keeping, medical and logistical aid to the entire world in times of need.

There are several exciting culture, language and travel exchange opportunities available for international English students and teachers to see real natural Canadian wilderness and study in a living classroom.

Canada ranks first among the G7 countries in providing equal opportunities for immigrants of any ethnic or religious background. Canada is the world leader with immigration laws to assit the hiring of professional foreign labour and seasonal workers.

Canada also has one of the world's most multilingual societies. Canadians identify over 180 languages as their mother tongues. In a recent quality-of-life ranking of 215 world cities by Mercer Human Resources Consulting, five Canadian cities ranked among the top 25.

Canada has the best overall quality of life among all of the G-20 countries for newcomers.

Canada is a highly favoured study abroad location for both English and academic studies. We have several ESL in Canada World Country pages with Canada overseas embassy, trade mission, and visa office information to assist teachers and students interested in traveling to Canada to study.

We want you to travel to Canada to study and live in our safe, calm and peaceful society.

If you would like specific information please go to the registration information page to request additional information.

ESL in Canada World Pages

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Welcome to the Travel Language Culture Info Pages

Welcome to the Travel Language Culture Info Pages

Sponsored by ESL in Canada "English as a Second Language in Canada"

FREE Toronto ESL Cafe conversation classes

Joining the 21st Century

The Parya Trillium Foundation works with the Toronto Persian Community

Welcome to the Travel Language Culture Network Club

World to Canada to Study and Tour

ESL in Canada World Pages