In this meeting we will discuss Welcoming Week.

Cinthuja Leon interviews immigrants living in Guelph

Complimentary admission to Guelph Civic Museum and McCrae House.

Join us at the Main Library for stories, songs and a craft in celebration of International Literacy Day. For families. Register once to reserve a spot for your family. . In celebration of International Literacy Day, bring your family to the Main Library to enjoy storytime, songs and a craft. We will discuss early literacy […]

Practice speaking English in a friendly and welcoming setting (Please Register).

Join us for this one hour tour of the main library (Please Register).

Join us for a workshop that will change the way you view others in your community and broaden your horizons (Please Register).

Explore public artworks, local murals and graffiti walls downtown Guelph on a guided tour (Please Register). 

Hear from employers who have implemented innovative strategies that have helped them tap into the unique skills that immigrants bring. .

Learn about your rights and what employers expect, all to make your workplace a happy and positive environment. .

The City of Guelph Recreation Department wants you on our team! Join us for our Recreation Job and Volunteer Information Fair on September 11 from 3:30–5:30 p.m. at the Victoria Road Recreation Centre. Connect with current recreation staff who have roles in customer service, operations, programs, aquatics and more.

Join us for this one hour tour of the main library (Please Register).

Showcasing CAWA programs and services to the community.

A showcase of a wide range of services tailored to newcomers to Canada (Please Register).

Join us for this one hour tour of the Westminster Square Branch (Please Register).

Join us to learn about launching or growing a business in Guelph-Wellington County (Please Register).

Learn about your relationship with the digital divide, digital equity work within our community and how to access digital resources (Please Register).

Your stories and experiences will be captured in an engaging workshop facilitated by James Gordon and transformed into song (Please Register).

Connect with MPP Schreiner and the constituency office staff

A welcoming celebration with food, games, speakers and resources.

Get creative and have fun at an Art Social

Join us for a volunteer celebration and newcomer welcome! (Please Register).

Drop in to our downtown location and find out what employment services we offer.  No registration required.

Learn more about your community, meet service groups, community groups, organizations and other neighbors (Please Register).

Join us for this one hour tour of the main library (Please Register).

Find out more about Guelph and the resources available

The Village Fall Fair is an annual event. Come out, help build community connections, and enjoy the free family activities, BBQ, bouncy castles, popcorn, cotton candy, face painting, art in […]

Come enjoy a walk through a naturalized area with ponds, meadows and forest (Please Register).

Live cultural performances, food, music and kids activities.

An annual event at the Shelldale Center (20 Shelldale Crescent). Free food, live entertainment, indoor and outdoor activities.

Join us for a Welcoming Week 2024 Breakfast Reception! September 13, 9:30am – 11:30am - Services for Newcomers - Refreshments and breakfast (while supplies last) - Guest speaker - Meet elected officials Free and open to all!

Before we were the Wellington County Museum and Archives, we were the House of Industry and Refuge, or the County Poor House. Join us to discover the stories and lives […]

Join us for an exciting day of discovery as we explore the beautiful Wellington County! This guided bus tour in partnership with Immigrant Services Guelph-Welington is designed for newcomers to […]

Practice speaking English in a friendly and welcoming environment with special guest Mike Schreiner, Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP). Registration is optional. Drop in attendees are welcome.

An annual, free community building event.

Are you new to Canada or Guelph? Join us for a one hour tour of the Main Library (100 Norfolk Street). For adults. Registration is not required.

Join the Farm team in the field harvesting root vegetables or join the Community Orchard Collective in the Orchard. Training is provided for all activities. Come and learn together. Please […]

Drop-in activities, tours, and resource provision at the West End Community Centre on Saturday, September 14. Time Location Activity 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m. Gym Drop-In Pickleball 12:30a.m.-1:30p.m. Gym Drop-In Preschool 1:30a.m.-3:30 p.m. Gym […]

Join us for 20 minutes of songs, stories and fingerplays. A simple craft will follow. For toddlers, preschoolers and primary grades. No registration is required.

Have fun learning a variety of songs, rhymes and activities designed to foster early language development and a love of reading. For babies. No registration required.

A friendly space to create social connections, build friendships and improve English language skills.

Join us for 20 minutes of songs, stories and fingerplays. A simple craft will follow this storytime. For toddlers and preschoolers. No registration required.

Have fun learning a variety of songs, rhymes and activities designed to foster early language development and a love of reading. For babies. No registration required.

Get your groove on with 20 minutes of songs, movement and storytelling activities. For toddlers and preschoolers. No registration required.

Have fun learning a variety of songs, rhymes and activities designed to foster early language development and a love of reading. For babies. No registration required.

We will be providing craft materials for each person to outline their hand and decorate it the way they want. They will then cut them out and we will put […]

Join us at our Westminster Square Branch for STEAM Stories. Listen to a story and then participate in a STEAM activity or experiment. For toddlers and preschoolers. No registration required.

Have fun learning a variety of songs, rhymes and activities designed to foster early language development and a love of reading. For babies. No registration required.

Resume workshop, critiques and getting a polished copy!

Learn a variety of songs, rhymes and activities designed to foster early language development and a love of reading. For babies. No registration is required.