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Killaloe & District Public Library Engagement Activities - Welcome Rock Painting & Spill the Tea
2023-06-01 - 2023-06-30 | Killaloe & District Public Library, 1 John Street, Killaloe, ON, K0J 2A0, Canada
Throughout the month of June, the Killaloe & District Public has two take-and-make activities for the community to engage in:

Welcome Rock Painting: Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
Participants are encouraged to take a picture of their rocks in their garden or community and post them on social media with #WelcomeRocks and #CultureConnect for a chance to win a prize at the end of June.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours: Sunday & Monday Closed, Tuesday 11-4, Wednesday 11-4, Thursday 11-6, Friday 11-4, Saturday 11-4

Perth & District Union Public Library Engagement Activities - Welcome Rock Painting, Biblio Bingo, Spill the Tea, Origami
2023-06-01 - 2023-06-30 | Perth & District Union Public Library, 30 Herriott Street, Perth, ON, K7H 1T2, Canada
Throughout the month of June, the Perth & District Union Public Library has four activities for the community to engage in:

Welcome Rock Painting: Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
Participants are encouraged to take a picture of their rocks in their garden or community and post them on social media with #WelcomeRocks and #CultureConnect for a chance to win a prize at the end of June.
Biblio Bingo: Culture Connect Biblio Bingo is a fun way for library patrons to engage in guided learning as you choose your bingo journey from the prompts on the Culture Connect Biblio Bingo card. Some examples include, watch a movie in a different language, read an 2SLGBTQ+ story, read something by an author who identifies as disabled, etc.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours: Mon & Fri 10-5, Tues-Thurs 10-7, Sat 10-4

Lanark Highlands Public Library Engagement Activities - Welcome Rock Painting, Spill the Tea, Origami
2023-06-01 - 2023-06-30 | Lanark Highlands Public Library, 75 George Street, Lanark, ON, K0G1K0, Canada
Throughout the month of June, the Lanark Highlands Public Library has three activities for the community to engage in:

Welcome Rock Painting: Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
Participants are encouraged to take a picture of their rocks in their garden or community and post them on social media with #WelcomeRocks and #CultureConnect for a chance to win a prize at the end of June.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours: Mon & Fri 10-5, Tues-Thurs 10-7, Sat 10-4

Pembroke Public Library Engagement Activity - Spill the Tea
2023-06-01 - 2023-06-30 | Pembroke Public Library, 237 Victoria Street, Pembroke, ON, K8A 1B3, Canada
Throughout the month of June, the Pembroke Public Library will have Spill the Tea kits for patrons to take home!
Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit. There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
No registration is necessary. Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours: Mondays – Thursdays 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Smiths Falls Public Library Engagement Activities - Welcome Rock Painting, Biblio Bingo, Spill the Tea, Origami
2023-06-01 - 2023-06-30 | Smiths Falls Public Library, 81 Beckwith Street North, Smiths Falls, ON, K7A 2B9, Canada
Throughout the month of June, the Smiths Falls Public Library has four activities for the community to engage in:

Welcome Rock Painting: Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
Participants are encouraged to take a picture of their rocks in their garden or community and post them on social media with #WelcomeRocks and #CultureConnect for a chance to win a prize at the end of June.
Biblio Bingo: Culture Connect Biblio Bingo is a fun way for library patrons to engage in guided learning as you choose your bingo journey from the prompts on the Culture Connect Biblio Bingo card. Some examples include watching a movie in a different language, reading a 2SLGBTQ+ story, reading something by an author who identifies as disabled, etc.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours: Monday/Tuesday/Friday/Saturday: 10-5 & Wednesday/Thursday: 12-7

Whitewater Region Public Library Engagement Activities - Welcome Rock Painting, Biblio Bingo, Spill the Tea, Origami
2023-06-01 - 2023-06-30 | ON
Throughout the month of June, the Whitewater Region Public Library has four activities for the community to engage in:

Welcome Rock Painting: Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
Participants are encouraged to take a picture of their rocks in their garden or community and post them on social media with #WelcomeRocks and #CultureConnect for a chance to win a prize at the end of June.
Biblio Bingo: Culture Connect Biblio Bingo is a fun way for library patrons to engage in guided learning as you choose your bingo journey from the prompts on the Culture Connect Biblio Bingo card. Some examples include watching a movie in a different language, reading a 2SLGBTQ+ story, reading something by an author who identifies as disabled, etc.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available at each of the three Whitewater Region Public Libraries while supplies last.
Library Hours

Beachburg: Monday 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm; Friday 9:00 am to 1:00 pm; Saturday 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Cobden: Monday 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm; Wednesday 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm; Saturday – 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Foresters Falls: Tuesday 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm; Thursday 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm; Saturday – 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Deep River Public Library Engagement Activities - Biblio Bingo, Spill the Tea, Origami
2023-06-01 - 2023-06-30 | Deep River Public Library, 55 Rd Ridge, Deep River, Ontario, K0J 1P0, Canada
Throughout the month of June, the Deep River Public Library has three activities for the community to engage in:

Biblio Bingo: Culture Connect Biblio Bingo is a fun way for library patrons to engage in guided learning as you choose your bingo journey from the prompts on the Culture Connect Biblio Bingo card. Some examples include watching a movie in a different language, reading a 2SLGBTQ+ story, reading something by an author who identifies as disabled, etc.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available while supplies last.
Library Hours: Mondays & Saturdays: 10-3 pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays: 10 am-8 pm, Wednesdays and Fridays: 10 am-5:30 pm

Laurentian Hills Library Engagement Activities - Welcome Rocks, Spill the Tea, Origami
2023-06-01 - 2023-06-30 | ON
Throughout the month of June, the Laurentian Hills Libraries has three activities for the community to engage in:

Welcome Rock Painting: Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
Participants are encouraged to take a picture of their rocks in their garden or community and post them on social media with #WelcomeRocks and #CultureConnect for a chance to win a prize at the end of June.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

No registration is necessary. Kits are available at both branches while supplies last.
Library Hours:

CHALK RIVER BRANCH: Monday & Wednesday 3-5pm; Tuesday & Thursday 6-9pm; Saturday 1-3pm
POINT ALEXANDER BRANCH: Monday 1-3 pm; Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 10 am-12 pm and 1-3 pm; Saturday 10 am-12 pm

Madawaska Valley Public Library Engagement Activities - Welcome Rock Painting, Spill the Tea, Origami, Biblio Bingo
2023-06-01 - 2023-06-30 | Madawaska Valley Public Library, 19474 Opeongo Line, Barry's Bay, ON K0J 1B0, Barry's Bay, Ontario, K0J 1B0, Canada
Throughout the month of June, the Madawaska Valley Public Library has four activities for the community to engage in:

Welcome Rock Painting: Painted rocks are all the rage right now! The idea behind these Welcome Rocks is that community members can decorate them using the Welcome Rock painting kits that you can pick up at the Library and place them in locations for others to find as a welcome to our community gesture.
Participants are encouraged to take a picture of their rocks in their garden or community and post them on social media with #WelcomeRocks and #CultureConnect for a chance to win a prize at the end of June.
Biblio Bingo: Culture Connect Biblio Bingo is a fun way for library patrons to engage in guided learning as you choose your bingo journey from the prompts on the Culture Connect Biblio Bingo card. Some examples include, watch a movie in a different language, read an 2SLGBTQ+ story, read something by an author who identifies as disabled, etc.
Spill the Tea: Tea is a drink enjoyed around the globe. Stop by the Library to pick up your take-and-make kit with different types of teas to try and enjoy at home. Learn about the different teas and cultural traditions involving tea using the resources in your kit.
There is an opportunity for participants to share their experience online using both hashtags #CultureConnect and #SpillTheTea.
Origami or Paper Folding Activity: The art of origami is a beautiful and well-known tradition. Learning origami can be a great way for kids of all ages to engage with a different culture. Stop by the Library to pick up a kit with beautifully coloured paper, instructions (or QR codes leading to video instructions) and a resource about the history and tradition of origami.

Please contact the library to register for the Welcome Rock Painting Kits. Kits are available while supplies last. More details to follow.
Library Hours – Mon closed, Tues, Wed, Fri 10-12 & 1 to 5; Thurs 1-4 & 5-8; Sat 10-3

Town of Petawawa's Interactive Map Project
2023-06-01 - 2023-06-30 | Petawawa Public Library, 16 Civic Centre Road, Petawawa, Ontario, K8H 3H5, Canada
By celebrating our differences and appreciating our similarities we can build a more inclusive community in Petawawa where everyone is welcomed and accepted.
The Town of Petawawa has create a wonderful community interactive map project where residents are encouraged to place a pin on the map marking the place they come from. This is a celebration of the many cultures and stories that make up the community. The map is located in a small reading nook within the Petawawa Public Library.
“Every individual matters. Every individual has a role to play. Every individual makes a difference.” ~ Jane Goodall

Ottawa Valley Reads
2023-06-01 08:00 - 2023-06-30 17:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
The Ottawa Valley Reads event will mirror the successful Canada Reads competition; however, our chosen reads will celebrate culture, marginalized communities, BIPOC voices, Indigenous stories and more.
The five books that will be part of this friendly ready competition are….

Americanah – Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Our Missing Hearts – Celeste Ng
Son of Elsewhere: A Memoir in Pieces – Elamin Abdelmahmoud
Crying in H Mart – Michelle Zauner
No Bootstraps When You’re Barefoot: My rise from a Jamaican plantation shack to the boardrooms of Bay Street – Wes Hall

We can’t wait to start reading and engaging with culture! Visit you local library to see if they have these reads available to borrow. Stay tuned during the first week of June where fellow community members will champion each book on our YouTube channel. After this, the voting will commence once again to determine our winner!
Following the premieres of videos, a weekly bracket vote will commence. Participants will be asked to eliminate a book week by week until we declare a winner during the last week of June. The competition is a great way to get our communities reading and talking about their love of books!

How can I engage?

Help promote and share the competition on your social media channels
Offer the selected books for borrowing in a special library spot
Inter-library loan the reads to have multiple copies available
Consider limiting borrowing time to one or two weeks
Keep a bracket on display tracking the competition results
Participate and read the books

Moving forward with Truth and Reconciliation
2023-06-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Mashkiwizii Manido Foundation, 84 Isabella St. Unit #10, Pembroke, ON, K8A 5S5, Canada
What is the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, and why was it created? Do you feel like reconciliation is possible? What do you feel is needed to achieve reconciliation in Canada, Ontario, Our City, Communities and within ourselves? Join in this open discussion as we dig deep into these challenging questions, questioning our own thoughts and biases and how we can move forward in a good way, building true authentic and meaningful connections.
All are welcome. We ask that you register here so that we know how many participants to prepare for.

Deep River Library - Culture Connect Open Mic Night
2023-06-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Deep River Public Library, 55 Rd Ridge, Deep River, Ontario, K0J 1P0, Canada
You’re invited to the June Arts Open Mic Night at the Deep River Public Library. In June, we’re collaborating with #CultureConnect to bring you an arts open mic night line-up that celebrates culture & community!
Have a poem to share? Perhaps you have a short story you’d like to read on your culture? What about a comedic monologue? Do you have a song you’d like to perform?
Join us in the main Library (upstairs) by the Fireplace.
Registration is required for all performers. You can register right up until the day of the event.
CALL: 613-584-2844
EMAIL: info@deepriverlibrary.ca
Or register in person at the library.
Our Open Mic Night host (Britt) will call you up when it is your time to perform.
Questions? Reach out to us at: bgillman@deepriverlibrary.ca / (613) 584-4244 if you have any questions.

Deep River Library - Bedtime Bilingual Storytimes (French)
2023-06-22 18:30 - 19:30 | Deep River Public Library, 55 Rd Ridge, Deep River, Ontario, K0J 1P0, Canada
Join us at Deep River Library for Bedtime Bilingual Storytimes! Delight in enchanting tales and soothing French tales as we create a cozy atmosphere for young ones ready to drift off to dreamland. This engaging program fosters language development and cultural appreciation through bilingual storytelling. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to nurture a love for reading and learning in your little ones. Suitable for children of all ages and their families.
No registration is necessary.

Street Curling & Bridge Street Grand Re-Opening
2023-06-24 10:00 - 15:00 | ON
Join the Carleton Place Curling Club, CurlON and the Town of Carleton Place for the Summer Street Curl Tour stop and re-opening of Bridge Street for a fun-filled day of exciting activities and curling exploration! Whether you’re a seasoned curler or completely new to the culture of the sport, this event promises to be a blast for everyone.
Activities take place on Bridge Street in Carleton Place, at Town Hall!
We welcome everyone, from curling enthusiasts to those simply curious about the sport. So bring your friends, family, and colleagues, and join us for a day filled with camaraderie, entertainment, and the joy of curling.

It’s an event you won’t want to miss!

Smiths Falls Pride - Gayla
2023-06-24 19:30 - 23:30 | Royal Canadian Legion Branch 95, 7 Main Street East, Smiths Falls, ON, K7A 1A1, Canada
Join Smiths Falls Pride in celebrating Pride Month at our Gayla for a fun night of dancing, a silent auction, and cash bar.
Doors will open at 7:30
Want to donate an item to our silent auction? Connect with smithsfallspride@gmail.com.
Registration is necessary – purchase your tickets here.

Museum Neighbourhood Story Jams - Mississippi Valley Textile Museum
2023-06-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Mississippi Mills Textile Museum, 3 Rosamond St E, Almonte, ON, K0A 1A0, Canada
What’s your story? Neighbourhood Story Jam is an opportunity to share your story, your culture, your traditions, your memories, with your neighbours by connecting them with an object you have at home! Engage in 1-on-1 storytelling to listen, learn, and connect through the exchange of stories.
Here are some questions you can ask yourself to spark those stories! Do you have an object that tells this story?
What is your cultural identity?What is your favourite activity?What was worth every penny?Do you have any traditions?What’s been passed down to you?What made an impact on you?What is your family’s story?What is your happiest memory?
Bring yourself, an object, and a story down to the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum on Sunday, June 25 at 10am to participate.

Museum Neighbourhood Story Jams - Arnprior & District Museum
2023-06-25 13:00 - 14:30 | Arnprior & District Museum, 35 Madawaska St, Arnprior, ON, K7S 1R6, Canada
Neighbourhood Story Jam is a fun way for neighbours to connect important stories with belongings they have at home. Community members will engage in 1-on-1 speed storytelling to learn about each other and kick start a community oral history or exhibit initiative. Here’s our recipe for the event!
What participants need: – Bring an object from your life that is connected to your culture
No need to register – drop-ins are welcomed.

Dabke Dance Lesson
2023-06-26 18:00 - 20:00 | South Side Community Centre, 1578 Wolfe Avenue, Petawawa, ON, K8H 2S9, Canada
The most popular Arab folk dance is the Dabke. Dabke is the Arab form of line dancing. Dabke is danced at weddings and other gatherings and on the streets. Dabke started as a way of repairing roofs and soon turned into an entertainment form, spreading to other countries in the Middle East. As better roofing techniques evolved, Dabke also evolved into a more entertaining dance form.
Dabke is a popular dance in Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, and Palestine, danced by men and women of all ages.
Participants are asked to wear comfortable clothing, flat shoes (no heels) and bring water to drink!
Click Here to Register

Tapas & Toque: A Night in Spain
2023-06-28 17:00 - 21:00 | Bored n’ Saucy, 185 Pembroke St E, Pembroke, ON, K8A 3J6, Canada
Experience Spain’s vibrant flavours and passionate rhythms at Bored n’ Saucy in Pembroke! Join us for a spectacular Spanish-themed buffet meal accompanied by live flamenco guitar music performed by the talented Navid Miraftab.
Buffet: 5 – 9 pm ($20+HST)

Chicken Paella
Tortilla Española
Bocadillo de lomo
Bocadillo Serranito
Spanish Sponge Cake

Live Music: 6 – 9 pm
Reserve your spot at this unforgettable event and join us at Bored n’ Saucy in Pembroke. Let Spain’s flavours, sounds, and ambiance envelop you for a memorable night that will leave you with lasting memories. ¡Viva España!

Deep River Library - Bedtime Bilingual Storytimes (Persian)
2023-06-29 18:30 - 19:30 | Deep River Public Library, 55 Rd Ridge, Deep River, Ontario, K0J 1P0, Canada
Join us at Deep River Library for Bedtime Bilingual Storytimes in Persian! Experience the magic of storytelling as we enchant young minds with captivating tales and soothing melodies in Persian. This special program creates a cozy atmosphere perfect for little ones to unwind and drift off to sleep. By embracing bilingual storytelling, we foster language development and celebrate the richness of Persian culture. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to ignite your children’s love for reading and language. Suitable for all ages and their families.

Culture Connector Award
2023-06-30 | ON

Multicultural Festival
2023-07-14 18:00 - 2023-07-15 20:00 | Pembroke Marina
Friday, July 14, 2023 (6:00 – 8:00 pm) & Saturday, July 15, 2023 (10:00 am – 8:00 pm)
This year’s festival will contain a variety of elements such as local vendors, live performances, Food Trucks & Booths, Dance workshops, a Bouncy Castle & More!

If you are interested in participating in this year’s festival, please reach out to the Pembroke Public Library!
Sponsors & Performers: Event sponsors and performers who are interested in participating in this festival are encouraged to reach out to CEO Karthi Rajamani by phone at 613-732-8844 ext. 3 or by email at krajamani@pembrokelibrary.ca.

#WelcomingWeek Canadian Citizenship Reaffirmation Ceremony
2023-09-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Petawawa Civic Centre, 16 Civic Centre Road, Petawawa, Ontario, K8H 3H5, Canada
This special event, held on September 13th at the Petawawa Civic Centre in the Arena Area, celebrates the spirit of unity, diversity, and the strong bond that exists between Canada and its citizens. With the heartwarming theme, “We’re Glad You’re Here,” we aim to honour and reaffirm the commitment of individuals who have chosen to become Canadian citizens and contribute to the rich tapestry of our nation. This event is in partnership with the Petawawa Public Library and the Town of Petawawa.
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Event Highlights

Opening Ceremony: The ceremony will begin with a heartfelt welcome address from event emcee Warden Peter Emon. Dignitaries, community leaders, and special guests will express their gratitude for the contributions of all citizens.
Cultural Showcase: Canada’s diversity will shine through an engaging cultural showcase featuring a dance performance by Suli Adams and “Immigrant Minutes” video showcase.
Citizenship Reaffirmation Pledge: Attendees will have the opportunity to re-affirm their oath of citizenship using the updated language adopted by the Canadian Government in line with the Truth & Reconciliation Committee’s calls to action, which recognizes and affirms the Aboriginal and treaty rights of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples.

8:00 pm – 9:00 pm: Reception

Networking and Reception: A networking session will allow attendees to connect with one another and establish new friendships.

Registration is required. Please register for the appropriate ticket using Eventbrite here.

#WelcomingWeek Kairos Blanket Exercise
2023-09-15 13:00 - 15:30 | Integrated Health Centre, 570 Nelson St, Pembroke, Ontario, K8A 7W7, Canada
Join us on Friday, September 15, 1 – 3:30 pm at Integrated Health Centre for an interactive session to experience the Kairos Blanket Exercise, a teaching tool that shares the historic and contemporary relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in Canada. If you are interested in the session, we do ask that you commit to the entire two and a half-hour window.
We encourage all newcomers to Lanark and Renfrew Counties to participate in this free event. There are limited spaces available, so please only register if you know you can attend.
No experience necessary. All materials provided.
Integrate Health Centre is located at 570 Nelson Street, Pembroke, Ontario, K8A 7W7.
This activity is part of #WelcomingWeek, an annual opportunity to recognize and celebrate the people, places and values that help everyone feel welcome and give them a sense of belonging in their local community, no matter where they come from, and is in partnership with Integrate Health Centre and the Circle of Turtle Lodge.
This session speaks to the following Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action:

14. We call upon the federal government to enact an Aboriginal Languages Act that incorporates the following principles: iv. The preservation, revitalization, and strengthening of Aboriginal languages and cultures are best managed by Aboriginal people and communities.
63. We call upon the Council of Ministers of Education, Canada to maintain an annual commitment to Aboriginal education issues, including: iii. Building student capacity for intercultural understanding, empathy, and mutual respect

Spaces are limited and registration is required. Please click here to register

Petawawa Public Library's Newcomer Welcome Day
2023-09-16 12:30 - 13:00 | Petawawa Public Library, 16 Civic Centre Road, Petawawa, Ontario, K8H 3H5, Canada
Newcomer’s Welcome Day – Saturday September 16th @ 12:30pm

The Petawawa Public Library is hosting a Newcomer Welcome Day as a part of #WelcomingWeek2023

Did you get your Canadian Permanent Resident Card in the last 5 years? Did you become a Canadian Citizen in the last year? If so, the library has some valuable information to share with you about free access to cultural experiences, travel discounts, and more!

No registration is necessary.

Introduction to Intercultural Competency
2023-09-27 13:00 - 15:00 | ON
Introduction to Intercultural Competency is a free introductory workshop featuring topics like Identity and Culture, Value-based Behaviours, Assigning Meaning and Unconscious Bias. A ‘come-as-you-are’ opportunity to learn more about yourself and the people in your life. This session is designed to be interactive and to encourage a desire for continuous learning! Attendees who fully participate in this professional development opportunity will receive a digital certification of completion from Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew.

Register Here

Eastern Ontario Immigrant Attraction & Retention Strategy Virtual Summit
2023-10-04 12:30 - 2023-10-05 12:30 | Pheedloop
We are thrilled to invite you to participate in the Eastern Ontario Immigrant Attraction and Retention Strategy Virtual Summit on Wednesday, October 4, 12:30 – 4 pm and Thursday, October 5, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm.
Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew Counties in partnership with The Eastern Ontario Training Board (EOTB), Ottawa Local Immigration Partnership (OLIP), Réseau de soutien à l’immigration francophone de l’est de l’Ontario (RSIFEO), and St. Lawrence-Rideau Immigration Partnership – Leeds and Grenville, believe that our holistic regional immigration strategy serves as a blueprint to support a strong, healthy, vibrant, and diverse future for The County of Renfrew, Lanark County, City of Ottawa, the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville, Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry United Counties, and the United Counties of Prescott and Russell.
Though the Strategy focuses on a designated portion of Eastern Ontario, we believe the Strategy blueprint and information sharing during the Summit apply to many communities and welcome open participation despite where you may live, work and play.
The Eastern Ontario Immigrant Attraction and Retention Strategy Virtual Summit aims to unite leaders, policymakers, community organizations, and stakeholders to explore innovative approaches and best practices in attracting and retaining immigrants in our region.
We hope the information shared during the Summit will serve as a launching pad to implement some of the 16 Priority Actions outlined in the Strategy.
REGISTER HERE
Access the French and English of the strategy plan here

Cultural Orientations
2023-10-24 10:00 - 12:00 | ON
Join us for a deep dive into Cultural Orientations! In this interactive zoom workshop, we will examine some of the most common Cultural Orientations, including Time, Power Distance, Hierarchy and Communication. Building on what we learned together in the Introduction to Intercultural Competency workshop, come prepared to evaluate where you fall on the spectrum of orientations based on your own experiences and cultural influences.
Register for Cultural Orientations here
We ask that all participants complete the Introduction to Intercultural Competency workshop that is offered monthly in advance of completing this workshop. You can register for the introduction course here

How to Engage Meaningfully in Allyship and Anti-Bias Practices
2023-11-16 10:00 - 12:00 | ON
Description

In order to progress toward inclusion, people must feel understood, supported, and represented. Most of us are learning about allyship and bias for the first time. In this learning path, you’ll explore the foundational skills—mindset, communication, and advocacy—you need to be an effective ally and champion for anti-bias practices in your organization and community. Attendees who fully participate in this professional/personal development opportunity will receive a digital certification of participation from Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew.

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