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IN THIS ISSUE
Immigration Partnership Updates
Immigration Partnership Member Profile: TR Leger Immigrant Services
Local Spotlight: The Village of Rockport
Immigration Research: At A Glance
Education & Employment: Training and Seminars
WHAT'S NEW
Leeds and Grenville Immigrant Entrepreneur Award
The St. Lawrence-Rideau Immigration Partnership has announced the winner of the 7th Annual Leeds and Grenville Immigrant Entrepreneur Award. That winner is Marc Gómez Segú of El Rebost de les Mil Illes and European Quality Foods out of Prescott! Marc is originally from Spain, and has been in Canada for 7 years. His shop both serves and sells imported food from Spain, including everything from Iberian pork to specialty olive oil to fine chocolates. He offers a fantastic tapas menu (dine-in with a reservation or take-out) that features imported cheeses, seafood, vegan options, and even imported spring water (Vichy Barcelona among others). A big congratulations to him, and to all of our other finalists:
Alfred of Athens Pharmasave (Athens)
Harsh and Kanisha of Parkedale Pharmacy (Brockville) Wajahat of the Sunset Grill (Brockville)
Immigration Strategy Refresh
The St. Lawrence – Rideau Immigration Partnership has started working on a refresh of the Leeds and Grenville Immigration Strategy to be finalized in 2022. The Strategy will provide direction on how local agencies, individuals, and communities can participate in creating a welcoming region for immigrants. Labour market challenges, the recent arrival of many immigrant refugees, and additional federal immigration streams are a few factors being considered as the Strategy is refreshed. Surveys and consultations will be ongoing through January and February 2022.
Loretta Corbeil, a local consultant, who has a background in immigration, program evaluation, and equity and diversity programs has been hired to lead this refresh. If you have any comments, questions, or wish to participate in upcoming surveys or consultations, please contact Loretta (loretta_corbeil@yahoo.ca) directly, or Lauren/Melissa at the Immigration Partnership (lauren@eecentre.com/melissaf@eecentre.com).
COUNCIL MEMBER FEATURE
My name is Brandy Smith, and I am privileged to be the Settlement Outreach Worker for TR Leger Brockville Campus. I have been in my current role for approximately one year. Throughout my year in this position, I have truly understood the importance of this position. Immigration and newcomers are extremely important to the growth and sustainability of our community. Continuing to boost trade ties between Canada and the rest of the world help to strengthen culture and diversity. Immigrants are extremely motivated, innovative, and entrepreneurial.
TR Leger Immigrant Services is funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), and is truly dedicated and passionate about serving Permanent Residents, Live-in-Caregivers and Convention Refugees with settlement and immigration needs.
At TRLIS we offer Settlement Outreach, ESL (English as a second Language) and STEP (Skills Training Employment Preparation)
As a Settlement Outreach Worker, I am available to assist newcomers to Canada in many ways such as:
Settlement services Language Assessments Referral services
Computer/internet/phone/fax access Community Resources
Information on Canadian citizenship
Information sessions on education, employment, health services, transportation, housing, community services and more.
TRLIS is a welcoming environment, with many different community connections, and resources.
TRLIS Brockville site located at 163 Ormond Street, Brockville. This location provides Settlement Outreach services for all of Lanark, Leeds, and Grenville, with myself being the Settlement Outreach Worker. We also have a second Settlement site that supports the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry communities with 2 settlement workers. This site is located at 600 McConnell Ave, Cornwall.
Immigration Research
IRCC shares immigration related studies and articles through the Research at a Glance email list. Research at a Glance is designed to inform the IRCC community and other interested parties about recently published reports and policy-relevant research from government, academia and non-governmental organizations.
Here is one such release:
Persistent Overqualification Among Immigrants and Non-Immigrants
You can subscribe to Research at a Glance by emailing research-recherche@cic.gc.ca (Note: articles arrive daily).
LOCAL SPOTLIGHT
DID YOU KNOW?
The village has been a port since the late 1700s Two churches still exist in Rockport from the late 1800s
Rockport was well known for their boat-building. Photo credit: P199
EDUCATION & EMPLOYMENT
January 11th, 10am-12pm Employment + Education Centre
Write a resume that will land at the top of the “yes” pile with help from experts who understand what Employers are looking for.
For more info or to register, click here!
LinkedIn for Beginners
January 13th, 1pm-2pm
KEYS Job Centre (Zoom Workshop)
A strong Linkedln profile can attract employers to you and help you discover new and exciting opportunities to grow your career.
Check out their website for more information or to register here.
January 19th, 10am-12pm, Online or In-Person at the Employment + Education Centre, Brockville
Writing a cover letter isn’t always easy. Let’s work together to make sure you’re connecting with local employers in a way that works.
For more info, click here!
Learn about effective communication, teamwork, professional development and more!
Want to know more or to check out other available training? Check out CSE Consulting's website here.
Offering online courses from top universities and companies, including many free ones!
Upgrade your skills, follow your interests, and earn certificates/degrees from home!
For more info, click here!
IMMIGRATION PARTNERSHIP COUNCIL
These are the organizations that provide leadership to the St. Lawrence-Rideau Immigration Partnership.
Brockville & Area YMCA Brockville & District Multicultural Council
Brockville Police Service
Chinese & Canadian Heritage Cultural Association City of Brockville Economic Development
CSE Consulting
Eastern Workforce Innovation Board Employment + Education Centre Every Kid in Our Communities
Francophone Immigration Support Network of East Ontario Frank Onasanya: Immigrant Representative
Fulford Academy
Immetis - Services d'Immigration au Canada Kashif Riaz: Immigrant Representative KEYS Job Centre
Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit Leeds Grenville Small Business Enterprise Centre Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Foods & Rural Affairs Refugees for Brockville Commitee
St. Lawrence College Town of Prescott
TR Leger Immigrant Services/TR Leger Services aux Immigrants United Counties of Leeds and Grenville
Upper Canada Leger Centre Volunteer Centre of St. Lawrence-Rideau
Contact Us Today To Get Involved!
Copyright © St. Lawrence-Rideau Immigration Partnership, All rights reserved.
Our mailing address is:
105 Strowger Blvd., Brockville, ON K6V 5V2
P.O. Box 191 Call us: 613-498-2111
Email us: diversity.matters@eecentre.com
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IN THIS ISSUE
Immigration Partnership Updates
Immigration Partnership Member Profile: St. Lawrence-Rideau Immigration Partnership
Local Spotlight: The Community of Blue Church
Immigration Research: At A Glance
Education & Employment: Training and Seminars
WHAT'S NEW
The St. Lawrence-Rideau Immigration Partnership has opened two of its annual campaigns: The Leeds Grenville Immigrant Entrepreneur Award and We Are Neighbours.
Poster for the Leeds Grenville Immigrant Entrepreneur Award
Nominations for the Immigrant Entrepreneur Award are open! All you need to nominate is the name of the business, and if possible, the name of the owner. Nominations can be done via email (lauren@eecentre.com) Facebook (fb.com/LGImmigration), or via phone/text (613-213-4455). All nominees will be contacted to ensure they wish to participate and meet the requirements detailed in the poster above. Anyone can nominate (self-nominations are allowed as well) and there is no limit to the number of people you can nominate.
Poster for the We Are Neighbours
COUNCIL MEMBER FEATURE
The St. Lawrence-Rideau Immigration Partnership is a coalition of organizations committed to building local capacity to attract, settle, and integrate immigrants. The Immigration Partnership also encourages organizations, individuals, and communities to recognize and celebrate cultural diversity. Lead by two staff members, and representatives from 25+ community agencies, the Immigration Partnership works throughout the 10 municipalities and 3 partner communities that make up the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville.
Established in 2010, the Immirgatuion Partnership is funded by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada, and is one of seventy-seven Immigration Partnerships across Canada.
WHAT WE DO
Immigrants
We refer immigrants to local services
Local Residents
We involved Leeds Grenville communities in welcoming newcomers to the area.
Businesses
We support employers in developing and maintaining culturally diverse workforces.
Community Agencies & Service Providers
We raise awareness of local and regional immigrant support resources. We support immigration and cultural diversity themed initiatives.
We identify immigrant needs and develop community-based plans to address them.
WHO WE ARE
Program Manager, Melissa Francis (Left):
After many years in a variety of Parks Canada positions, I joined the Immigration Partnership in 2012. International travel and personal experience with the federal immigration visa system sparked my interest in the Partnership. I continue to be amazed by how many local folks care about newcomers to Canada and the recognition of cultural diversity in the area.
After much travel abroad to New Zealand, Australia and many African countries, I have happily settled in Front of Yonge. I take full advantage of my proximity to the St. Lawrence River, 1000 Islands Parkway bike path and parks by spending as much time outdoors as possible. I am also a yoga teacher and although COVID has put a pause on my teaching, I hope to resume soon.
Projects Coordinator, Lauren Smith (Right):
I'm a born Brockvillian, currently living in Lyn with my family. I've held a variety of positions over the years (everything from teaching English in Japan to supervising tour guides to working on a cruise ship) and have a bit of wanderlust over the years, leading me to travel extensively and even to live abroad in two countries and visit many more.
I can speak understandable French and Japanese with terrible grammar, and have a love of all things nerdy. I love learning new recipes, new cultures, and new things in general. When not at work, I can be found being mauled by my daughters, writing, and most recently, playing Dungeons and Dragons.
Immigration Research
IRCC shares immigration related studies and articles through the Research at a Glance email list. Research at a Glance is designed to inform the IRCC community and other interested parties about recently published reports and policy-relevant research from government, academia and non-governmental organizations.
Here is one such release:
Persistent Overqualification Among Immigrants and Non-Immigrants
You can subscribe to Research at a Glance by emailing research-recherche@cic.gc.ca (Note: articles arrive daily).
LOCAL SPOTLIGHT
DID YOU KNOW?
In the late 1700s, the site of the Blue Church was already being used as a burial ground.
A town was planned for the area around the burial ground and was to be called New Oswegatchie. The church was supposed to be built in 1790, but it's unclear when the church was erected, with only a note in one of the local papers mentioning that it was built in 1809 and named for the colour it was painted.
Photo credit: Saffron Blaze
EDUCATION & EMPLOYMENT
August 4th, 11am-12pm Online via Zoom KEYS Job Centre
A great interview can go a long way to getting you the job. Learn how to demonstrate your strengths, manage your interview anxiety, and answer questions with confidence.
For more info or to register, click here!
Financial Basics
August 6th, 10am-12pm Employment + Education Centre
Learn everything you need to know to improve your financial health.Understand budgeting basics, and how to manage your money to reach your financial goals!
Check out their website for more information or to register here.
August 13th, 10am-12pm, Online or In-Person at the
Employment + Education Centre, Brockville Writing a cover letter isn’t always easy. Let’s work together to make sure you’re connecting with local employers in a way that works.
For more info, click here!
Learn about your rights and responsibilities under the Code and the AODA and how they affect you at work, in services and in housing.
Want to know more or to check out other available training? Check out CSE Consulting's website here.
Offering online courses from top universities and companies, including many free ones!
Upgrade your skills, follow your interests, and earn certificates/degrees from home!
For more info, click here!
IMMIGRATION PARTNERSHIP COUNCIL
These are the organizations that provide leadership to the St. Lawrence-Rideau Immigration Partnership.
Brockville & Area YMCA Brockville & District Multicultural Council
Brockville Police Service
Chinese & Canadian Heritage Cultural Association City of Brockville Economic Development
CSE Consulting
Eastern Workforce Innovation Board Employment + Education Centre Every Kid in Our Communities
Francophone Immigration Support Network of East Ontario Frank Onasanya: Immigrant Representative
Fulford Academy
Immetis - Services d'Immigration au Canada Kashif Riaz: Immigrant Representative KEYS Job Centre
Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit Leeds Grenville Small Business Enterprise Centre Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Foods & Rural Affairs Refugees for Brockville Commitee
St. Lawrence College Town of Prescott
TR Leger Immigrant Services/TR Leger Services aux Immigrants United Counties of Leeds and Grenville
Upper Canada Leger Centre Volunteer Centre of St. Lawrence-Rideau
Contact Us Today To Get Involved!
Copyright © St. Lawrence-Rideau Immigration Partnership, All rights reserved.
Our mailing address is:
105 Strowger Blvd., Brockville, ON K6V 5V2
P.O. Box 191 Call us: 613-498-2111
Email us: diversity.matters@eecentre.com
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IN THIS ISSUE
Immigration Partnership Updates
Immigration Refresh Feature: Loretta Corbeil
Local Spotlight: The Hamlet of Crystal Rock
Immigration Research: At A Glance
Education & Employment: Training and Seminars
WHAT'S NEW
Leeds and Grenville Immigration Strategy Refresh
The St. Lawrence – Rideau Immigration Partnership has been working on a refresh of the Leeds and Grenville Immigration Strategy to be finalized in April 2022. The Strategy will provide direction on how local agencies, individuals, and communities can participate in creating a welcoming region for immigrants. Labour market challenges, the recent arrival of many newcomer refugees, and additional federal immigration streams are a few factors being considered as the Strategy is refreshed. Surveys and consultations have been ongoing through January and February 2022.
As a thank you to our participants, several gift cards to local immigrant-owned businesses were offered as door prizes for those who shared their thoughts. These gift cards were to El Rebost de les Mil Iles in Prescott, Panache Bakery in Gananoque, and Sunset Grill in Brockville.
The community consultations have seen participation from people in every municipality within in Leeds and Grenville and has included municipal representatives, interested citizens, social service agencies, immigrants, and educational institutions.
Loretta Corbeil, a local consultant, who has a background in immigration, program evaluation, and equity and diversity programs has been hired to lead this refresh. If you have any comments, questions, or wish to receive a copy of the finalized strategy, please contact Lauren/Melissa at the Immigration Partnership (lauren@eecentre.com/melissaf@eecentre.com).
IMMIGRATION REFRESH FEATURE
Loretta Corbeil has been hired to lead the refresh of the Leeds and Grenville Immigration Strategy.
Loretta has over twenty-five years working in the nonprofit sector with experience in community development, program implementation, and management. Her ties and experience in Leeds and Grenville give her a grounded view and necessary background to help lead the strategy refresh.
Her ongoing continuing education has included all aspects of nonprofit management including strategic planning, fundraising, proposal writing, board governance, staff and volunteer management and evaluation. She has completed training with both Tamarack Institution of Public Innovation in Collective Impact and Harwood Institute of Public innovation in Community Change.
She is a member of the Canada Evaluation Society and has recently completed training in Diversity Equity and Inclusion Evaluation. All together, Loretta's training, education, experience, and local knowledge make her the ideal person to lead the Leeds and Grenville Immigration Strategy refresh.
Canadian Immigrant Magazine Feature
Recently, several local immigrants and our staff were interviewed by a writer, Carolyn Bennett, who recently moved to Brockville. Her article, about small town immigration and Brockville specifically, was published in Canadian Immigrant magazine earlier this month. You can read the article here: https://canadianimmigrant.ca/featured/small-towns-big-opportunities-why-immigrants-are-moving-away-from-urban-centres
Immigration Research
IRCC shares immigration related studies and articles through the Research at a Glance email list. Research at a Glance is designed to inform the IRCC community and other interested parties about recently published reports and policy-relevant research from government, academia and non-governmental organizations.
Here is one such release:
Persistent Overqualification Among Immigrants and Non-Immigrants
You can subscribe to Research at a Glance by emailing research-recherche@cic.gc.ca (Note: articles arrive daily).
LOCAL SPOTLIGHT
DID YOU KNOW?
The village was first called Gore's Hill.
When first founded, many limekilns were also built.
Artist and author Thelma Cameron lived most her life in Crystal Rock.
Photo credit: Roey Mills
EDUCATION & EMPLOYMENT
March 10th, 8:30am-4:30pm Employment + Education Centre, $55
Ontario requires food businesses to employ staff members that have obtained Managing Food Safety Certification.
For more info or to register, click here!
LinkedIn for Beginners
March 17th, 1pm-2pm
KEYS Job Centre (Zoom Workshop)
A strong Linkedln profile can attract employers to you and help you discover new and exciting opportunities to grow your career.
Check out their website for more information or to register here.
March 24th, 9am-3pm, Online, hosted by the Employment+Education Centre, CSE Consulting, and Eastern Workforce Innovation Board
There are lots of job opportunities across Eastern Ontario, from full-time to part-time, from traditional to remote. The job fairs will easily connect you – from wherever you are – with employers seeking to hire
people. It is designed to bring employers and job seekers together virtually, for jobs that that are in-demand across Eastern Ontario.
To register, click here!
Learn about effective communication, teamwork, professional development and more!
Want to know more or to check out other available training? Check out CSE Consulting's website here.
Offering online courses from top universities and companies, including many free ones!
Upgrade your skills, follow your interests, and earn certificates/degrees from home!
For more info, click here!
IMMIGRATION PARTNERSHIP COUNCIL
These are the organizations that provide leadership to the St. Lawrence-Rideau Immigration Partnership.
Brockville & Area YMCA Brockville & District Multicultural Council
Brockville Police Service
Chinese & Canadian Heritage Cultural Association City of Brockville Economic Development
CSE Consulting
Eastern Workforce Innovation Board Employment + Education Centre Every Kid in Our Communities
Francophone Immigration Support Network of East Ontario Frank Onasanya: Immigrant Representative
Fulford Academy
Immetis - Services d'Immigration au Canada Kashif Riaz: Immigrant Representative KEYS Job Centre
Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit Leeds Grenville Small Business Enterprise Centre Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Foods & Rural Affairs Refugees for Brockville Commitee
St. Lawrence College Town of Prescott
TR Leger Immigrant Services/TR Leger Services aux Immigrants United Counties of Leeds and Grenville
Upper Canada Leger Centre Volunteer Centre of St. Lawrence-Rideau
Contact Us Today To Get Involved!
Copyright © St. Lawrence-Rideau Immigration Partnership, All rights reserved.
Our mailing address is:
105 Strowger Blvd., Brockville, ON K6V 5V2
P.O. Box 191 Call us: 613-498-2111
Email us: diversity.matters@eecentre.com
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