Stories

1.       What brought you to Leeds and Grenville/Canada? I was born and raised here in Brockville. 2.       What do you think this area...

An important characteristic for any community to be welcoming is to have people with positive attitudes towards immigrants of all racial,...

1.       What brought you to Leeds and Grenville? I was brought to the area by my family as a child.   2.       What are your thoughts on...

This week's We Are Neighbours is focusing on the Welcoming Communities characteristic of Positive Indigenous-Immigrant Relations and...

1.      How do you like Canada? I like Canada. It’s different, but it’s been fun. 2.      How is Canada different from Belarus? In...

1.       What brought you to Leeds and Grenville/Canada? I came to study. 2.       Did you find Canada welcoming when you first got here?...

One important characteristic that makes communities welcoming for immigrants in Canada is Access to Services and Supports for...

One of Pathways 2 Prosperity's aspects of Welcoming Communities is Employment and Entrepreneurship Opportunities. This is critical for...

1.       What brought you to Leeds and Grenville/Canada? I came to Canada for the work opportunities, and to run away from corruption. I...

Having shelter is a basic human need. Having access to affordable, adequate, and suitable housing is a critical issue for immigrants and...

1.      What supports already exist in relation to affordable housing for immigrants and refugees? The United Counties of Leeds and...

What makes a welcoming community?

What brought you to Leeds and Grenville? I was drawn into working within a smaller city/area due to the community and environment present...

Hello! My name is Megan Carter. I was born in Canada and grew up in Leeds and Grenville, specifically in Brockville. After I finished my...