Stories

1.       What brought you to Leeds and Grenville/Canada?   I was born and raised here in Leeds and Grenville, and am now raising my own...

What does Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion mean to you? Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion mean treating everyone fairly regardless of...

I came to Canada looking for new opportunities in search of personal and professional growth. This journey has been both exciting and...

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...

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...

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

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...

1. What brought you to Leeds and Grenville/Canada? A few years ago, I realized my calling and decided to pursue a career in mental...

My name is Patricia Younger. I was born in Canada, as were my parents. My husband and I lived in Ottawa for our entire careers but,...

1. How did you get involved with newcomers? I had the opportunity to teach some newcomers in a classroom setting a few years ago. 2. What...

1. How did you get involved with newcomers? I became actively involved in assisting new commers to our area in 2015. Our community...

1. How did you get involved with newcomers? Newcomers have fortunately always been part of my life. My most vivid memories are from...

1. How do you like Canada? I like the peace, and also I have a job and can study. I had no English when I arrived, but now can speak...

Hi, My name’s Alvin Mugume I was born in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) I came to Canada in 2019 And I live in Brockville...