Thank you!
From the bottom of our hearts, we are thankful to our volunteers. Over the past year, you’ve transitioned to volunteering remotely. We are so proud and grateful to you for supporting our newest neighbours.
COVID-19 Vaccine Aftercare
Here are some fact sheets on how to care for yourself and loved ones after receiving your COVID-19 vaccination.
Ontario’s Stay-at-home order
To learn more about Ontario’s shutdown and what it means, please view this fact sheet – available in Arabic, English, French, Kirundi, Russian and Somali languages.
February Spotlight Newsletter
Our Spotlight newsletter is now live!
Skills for Change discussion
On January 26, Carl participated in a Skills for Change panel discussion on COVID-19 Impacts on Canadian Immigration, Settlement and the future of the Canadian Labour Market. Discussion focused on barriers to settlement and integration into the economy. Without access...
January Spotlight Newsletter
Our January 2021 Spotlight Newsletter is now live. Inside it, you'll read about: Thank you for your support of #GiftAWarmWelcome Coalition of Muslim Women Kitchener Waterloo needs assessment Our completion of the Digital Blueprint Program You can read this month's...
The Khalifa Family Wishes You Happy Holidays
The Khalifa family wishes you and yours a very happy holiday and a bright new year! Last month, the Khalifas arrived in Canada at Reception House. Despite not knowing the language, the Khalifa family has settled into Waterloo Region. They wanted to share their...
Our Office Hours Over the Holidays
Our office is closed Thursday, December 24 to Monday, December 28. and Thursday, December 31 to Sunday, January 3, 2021. In case of emergency, please call 9-11. If you require medical assistance over this time, here is a list of local health care options available to...
A Message From Carl
It’s been an unprecedented year. When I reflect back, 2020 stands out as the year of COVID19, racial and equality reckonings, and new and different challenges for those who are new to our community. At the best of times, newcomers face hardships in settling into their...