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In the heart of Hawkesbury, a simple community garden becomes a living symbol of connection, identity, and renewal. As newcomers settle in, hands in the soil spark meaningful roots in a new land. A story of growth, belonging, and shared harvests—one seed at a time.

Every year, during the month of February, we are invited to celebrate, reflect, and acknowledge the legacy of Black communities that have helped shape Canada as we know it today.

The back-to-school season is fast approaching. It’s a key moment for both children and parents. For newly arrived families, this period can be a source of excitement, but also anxiety. It’s essential to be well-prepared to ensure a smooth transition. Here are seven essential tips to help you start this school year stress-free.

The benefits of volunteering for immigrants in Canada: a path to rapid integration and development At the heart of Canada’s social fabric, volunteering represents much more than a simple contribution: it’s an essential gateway to integration and fulfillment for newcomers. For immigrants who choose Canada as their new home, volunteering in the local community can transform their adaptation experience and foster long-term success.

Planning for the Welcoming Francophone Communities (WFC) pilot project began in 2018. Since then, 14 Francophone communities across the country have set up projects to help French-speaking newcomers build a life for themselves here in Canada. Hawkesbury is one of three towns in Ontario selected by the Ministry of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for this wonderful adventure.

Language isn’t only a powerful way for humans to make contact, it’s also part of our identity and culture. Whether they’re moving to another country, travelling overseas or for work-related reasons, many people open up to other cultures by learning new languages. In fact, according to an article from the University of Ottawa, being a polyglot would promote “memory, mental well-being and the ability to multitask.”