Waterloo Region Immigration Partnership

05/27/2026

As communities across the world observe Eid al-Adha, we extend our warmest wishes to all who are celebrating in Waterloo Region and beyond.

May this occasion be filled with peace, reflection, and meaningful time with family, friends, and community.

05/26/2026

We are in the final stretch of the Immigrant Survey, and we want to hear from you!
So far, 1,592 immigrants in Waterloo Region have shared what matters most to them. We are now just 408 responses away from reaching our goal of 2,000.

This is the final week to take part. Your input helps shape local programs, services, and priorities in our region.
Take a few minutes to complete the survey, help create meaningful change, and enter the prize draw.

Help us reach our goal by sharing this widely with your networks.
Take the survey here: https://f.mtr.cool/awnansqmvl

05/25/2026

Our latest newsletter is out now!
Find updates on immigration, upcoming events, and resources, all in one place.
🔗 Read the full newsletter here: https://conta.cc/4tYeSA6

HELP US REACH 2,000 RESPONSES - Waterloo Region Immigrant Survey is CLOSING SOON!
Out of more than 150,000 immigrants in Waterloo Region, 1,281 have told us what matters to them. We want to hear from 800 new voices to reach our goal of 2,000 responses.

There are few days left - complete the survey, influence community change and enter the prize draw:

- The Immigrant Survey is available in Arabic, Chinese, French, Serbian, Spanish, Ukrainian, Tigrinya, and English.
- Take 10–20 minutes to complete the survey and help shape programs, services, and community planning.

Open until May 31.
🔗 Complete the survey: https://tinyurl.com/wris2026
Please share with your networks!

05/20/2026

Out of more than 150,000 immigrants in Waterloo Region, 1,281 have told us what matters to them. We want to hear from 800 new voices to reach our goal of 2,000 responses.

There are 10 days left - complete the survey, influence community change and enter the prize draw: https://f.mtr.cool/jurvmvvhbv

International Migration Research Centre

05/13/2026

Data tells a story and every voice matters.

Our Executive Director, Tara Bedard, MBA joined CTV News Kitchener to talk about how census information helps organizations better respond to community needs and plan for the future.

See the story here:

CTV’s Heather Senoran learns how the census can help connect communities to services they need.

05/11/2026

Our latest newsletter is out now!
Find updates on immigration, upcoming events, and resources, all in one place.
🔗 Read the full newsletter here: https://conta.cc/4d9aWGf

HELP REACH 2,000 RESPONSES - Waterloo Region Immigrant Survey is LIVE!
We would like to hear from all immigrants, refugees, claimants, international students, and temporary foreign workers in Waterloo Region to share their experiences.

- The Immigrant Survey is available in Arabic, Chinese, French, Serbian, Spanish, Ukrainian, Tigrinya, and English.
- Take 10–20 minutes to complete the survey and help shape programs, services, and community planning.

Open until May 31.
🔗 Complete the survey: https://tinyurl.com/wris2026
Please share with your networks!

05/11/2026

Congratulations to Kitchener Waterloo Multicultural Centre
CEO Lucia Harrison on her nominations for the 2026 K-W Oktoberfest BMO Women of the Year Awards in the Community Service and Lifetime Achievement categories 🎉

We’re proud to celebrate leaders and community partners across Waterloo Region who continue to build a more welcoming, inclusive, and connected community for everyone.

Congratulations as well to all of this year’s nominees and partner organizations being recognized for the important impact they make across our region.

We’re proud to celebrate our CEO, Lucia Harrison, on her nomination for two awards at the 2026 K-W Oktoberfest BMO Financial Group Women of the Year Awards: the Community Service Award and the Lifetime Achievement Award ✨

Lucia shared that she is “truly grateful for the nomination and for the incredible group of women being recognized this year.”

For years, Lucia has dedicated her work to building a more welcoming, inclusive, and connected community across Waterloo Region, and we’re so proud to see her recognized for the impact she continues to make every day.

05/08/2026

04/28/2026

A practical, interactive workshop for employers, HR professionals, people managers, and team leads across Waterloo Region, Guelph, and Wellington.

Join us to:
• Build practical communication skills for diverse teams and clients
• Better support, engage, and retain talent
• Navigate different communication styles with confidence

Continental breakfast provided.

Hosted in partnership with the Workplace & Immigrant Network
Funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.

Register now: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/practical-communication-for-todays-canadian-workplace-tickets-1987832236731