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Conferences, Presentations and Workshops
Innovative approaches to settlement counselling: The case for settlement chat
This workshop presentation introduced the Immigrant Access Counselling (IAC) project, an initiative designed to support settlement counselling, improve access to information, and expand digital mental health and settlement supports for newcomers.
Multiplexity in integration: Emotional wellness, inclusion and participation in building community in Western Canada
This paper presentation examined the interconnected roles of emotional wellness, inclusion, and community participation in shaping newcomer integration experiences and community-building processes in Western Canada.
Responsiveness or inconsistency? Varied settlement programming in Western Canada
This paper presentation explored variations in settlement programming across Western Canada, questioning how differences in services, priorities, and organizational approaches shape newcomer support and settlement responsiveness.
Integration Through Agricultural Jobs: The Foundations Agriculture for Refugees and Migrants (FARM) Program and Its Impact on Canadian Society and Industry
This paper presentation highlighted the impact of the FARM program on refugee and migrant integration through agricultural employment pathways, workforce participation, and industry-focused training within the Canadian agricultural sector.
Economic and social inclusion through the Foundations in Agricultural-Based Industries for Refugees and Migrants (FARM) program
This paper presentation highlighted the FARM program’s contributions to refugee and migrant inclusion through agricultural employment preparation, workplace language development, and community-based workforce integration initiatives.
Varied settlement programming in Western Canada and settlement agencies’ responsiveness
This paper presentation examined settlement programming models across Western Canada, focusing on how settlement agencies adapt and respond to the diverse and evolving needs of newcomer communities.
