Welcome to the Inclusion Hub!
We work together to create communities in Southern Alberta where everyone feels a sense of belonging and all contributions are valued.
What is a Local Immigration Partnership?
A Local Immigration Partnership (LIP) brings together community organizations, employers, service providers, municipalities, and residents to help build welcoming and inclusive communities for newcomers. Through collaboration and shared planning, LIPs help organizations better support, hire, connect with, and engage newcomers while working toward a common community vision.
Together, LIPs identify community needs, track emerging trends, spark new ideas, and connect local resources to better support newcomer inclusion and belonging across the region. Funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), Local Immigration Partnerships are part of a national initiative focused on increasing newcomer inclusion and engagement at the local level.
What we do
Increase Community Participation in Newcomer Integration
Integration is a two-way process that involves commitment by immigrants and refugees to adapt to life in Canada, and by Canadians to welcome new people and cultures. When the community participates in welcoming newcomers, newcomers can more quickly and smoothly become contributing members.
Build a Welcoming Community to Help Attract and Retain Newcomers
Creating communities that are welcoming, inclusive, and provide opportunities to make our communities an attractive location to live. Attracting diverse people will bring innovation and a vibrant workforce.
Conduct Community Based Research and Planning
By conducting community-based research and planning, we can identify gaps in our community and then ensure programs and networks are in place to support newcomers where needed.
Celebrate Newcomers and Their Contributions to our Community
Fostering positive attitudes about all people in our community will create an environment that feels welcoming. Let’s celebrate our community!
Find Your Community
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Medicine Hat & Area
Medicine Hat, Redcliff, Cypress County, and County of 40 Mile
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Rocky View & Wheatland
Cochrane, Airdrie, Chestermere, Strathmore, Rocky View County, and Wheatland County
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Foothills
Okotoks, High River, Turner Valley, and Black Diamond, and Longview
VISION
Southern Alberta is a welcoming region for newcomers to live, work and belong.
MISSION
We work together to create communities where everyone feels a sense of belonging and all contributions are valued.
Get Involved
Coordinator: Sadiki Bamperineza
Email: sbamperineza@ccisab.ca| 403.977.0000
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The working group's responsibilities include guiding action plans through specialized teams, facilitating communication between community groups and the Local Immigration Partnership (LIP), welcoming participation from various stakeholders, and appointing key individuals to leadership roles who also sit on the partnership council for cohesive coordination.
The MHLIP has 3 working groups:
Supporting Those New to Town
Integrating Newcomers into Economic Development
Creating a Culture of Inclusion
Interested in joining? Contact Sadiki at sbamerineza@ccsab.ca to learn more!
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Are you a newcomer that wants to be heard? We’re now recruiting! Find our more here.
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Community Associations, also called Neighbourhood Associations, provide a great way to connect with your neighbours!
Neighbourhoods are an important source of day-to-day help and community connection. Saying hello, helping with snow shoveling, or dropping off a meal to provide comfort or support demonstrates care for each other. These acts of kindness increase neighbourhood pride and have many positive effects on neighbours and neighbourhoods.
Coordinator: Kelly Keating | Email: kkeating@ccisab.ca | 403.561.0387
Coordinator: Tiffany Carlson | Email: tcarlson@ccisab.ca | 403.608.0728
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https://www.cochraneimmigrantservices.ca/
Local groups in Cochrane are currently working together to Welcome & Support Newcomers, Foster Community Connection & Belonging, and Promote Meaningful Employment for Newcomers.
Cochrane Immigrant Services Committee supports the settlement of newcomers to Cochrane, as well as a celebration of heritage for all Albertans, newly arrived or settled here for generations. They collaborate with Rocky View Immigrant Services (RVIS), Rocky View Wheatland Local Immigration Partnership (RVWLIP), and local community organizations to link newcomers and immigrants with essential resources and support.
For information about volunteer opportunities or to learn more about what we do, please reach out to CISCcochrane@gmail.com.
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About Welcoming Airdrie
Welcoming Airdrie works as a partnership to promote cultural understanding and open-mindedness among all residents and provides resources for newcomers to get established and succeed in Airdrie. We build the capacity of local service providers by sharing information and resources with our network.
Are you interested in…
Sharing your local knowledge and perspectives on living in Airdrie
Finding solutions to challenges faced by newcomers to Airdrie
Building bridges between newcomers and more established residents of Airdrie
Planning events and activities to inform new residents about available supports
Planning events and activities to promote cultural understanding
Brainstorming opportunities for new residents to get to know others in Airdrie
If so, contact our Volunteer Coordinator at: welcomingairdrie@gmail.com to get involved!
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The RVWLIP Coordinator is a member of the Town of Strathmore's Culture & Wellbeing Task Force.
About Strathmore Culture & Wellbeing Task Force
The Strathmore Culture & Wellbeing Task Force believes in creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all residents of Strathmore, regardless of their cultural background. We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing and sense of belonging for all residents and recognize the importance of cultural awareness and aim to promote understanding and appreciation of diverse cultures.
What We Do
The Strathmore Culture & Wellbeing Task Force provides input and makes recommendations to the Town of Strathmore and supports activity planning to foster wellbeing and a welcoming and inclusive Strathmore.
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Do you have a program, event or resource related to newcomers or newcomer service providers that you would like to see included in our updates? Are you or someone you know interested in learning more about the Foothills Local Immigration Partnership (FLIP), or how to join one of our four working teams? Contact Stacey Trim at strim@ccisab.ca for more information!
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Supporting Newcomers in Arrival and Settlement
Supporting Newcomers in Accessing Affordable Housing
Fostering Community Connection, Inclusion and Contribution
Promoting Meaningful Employment for Newcomers
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Land Acknowledgement
In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge that we live, work and play on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani), the Tsuut’ina, the îethka Nakoda Nations (Chiniki, Bearspaw, Goodstoney), the Otipemisiwak Métis Government (Districts 5 and 6), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta.