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Opening Doors to Newcomers in York Region
Tuesday, February 9 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
A FREE virtual event for staff who support immigrants and newcomers
About this Event
Join us to learn about:
- The wide range of programs and services available in York Region to support immigrants and meet their diverse needs
- Strategies you can use to connect clients to the services in a culturally responsive way
- Tools you can use to help clients effectively navigate the system
Guest speaker Ricky Veerappan, Superintendent with York Regional Police, will share his expertise on building a cohesive and inclusive community, by discussing:
- What a hate crime is, how to report it and the Police Department’s response
- Community supports and safety measures available to support clients experiencing hate crimes
- What you can do to stop the spread of hate crimes
This event is made possible through funding from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.