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London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 4d

It's both Latin American Heritage Month (federal) and Hispanic Heritage Month (Ontario). Did you know they aren't the same?

"Hispanic" refers to Spanish-speaking origins. "Latin American" is geographic, including all countries in the region, like Brazil.

London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 4d

Don't miss the celebration! Tickets are available for the Semaine nationale de l'immigration francophone on Nov 8.

We'll celebrate diversity, dance, and London's official designation as a Welcoming Francophone Community. Free childcare is available!

Register: buff.ly/pwLjeIz

London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 6d

Two students arrive from the same place, in the same program. One year later, one calls London home. The other plans to leave. What happened?

We look into this vital question in our new article. Read it in this week's LMLIP Round Up:

, why do some students thrive while others disappear? (LMLIP Round Up)

Welcome to the October 17th Round Up! This week, we're digging into a question that matters: why do some international students build thriving lives here while others stay isolated? We share new data,...

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London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 6d

Join us to celebrate Semaine nationale de l'immigration francophone! We're excited to mark the official launch of London’s designation as a Welcoming Francophone Community.

🗓️ Sat, Nov 8 @ 5 PM 📍 965 Sarnia Rd

Register: buff.ly/pwLjeIz

Célébration de la Semaine de l'Immigration Francophone | November 08, 2025

Join us on November 08

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London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 8d

Diego carries one thought with him through every challenge: "Since you have life, you're still alive, good things will happen."
He didn't finish the studies he planned. He worked jobs he hated. But instead of dwelling on what didn't happen, he asks: "What can you do?"
#IAmLondon2025 #LdnOnt

London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 9d

"I'm always scared," Diego says. "But it's just okay, do it. If no one else can do it, just do it."
He never sang in public before becoming a karaoke host. Now he sings salsa, bachata, boleros, rancheras, and his beloved rock en español.
#IAmLondon2025 #LdnOnt

London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 18d

When people think "Latin music," they often think salsa and merengue. But Diego loves rock en español. So do thousands of others in London's Latin community.
The problem? There was nowhere to hear it, nowhere to celebrate it.
So Diego created that space himself.

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London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 19d

Today is National Coming Out Day. For 2SLGBTQIA+ newcomers, coming out can mean extra challenges.

Allies: display visible support, speak up against discrimination, create safer spaces.

Coming out is personal; respect everyone's choices.

London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 20d

Why can't educated immigrants get hired in London? New research reveals the gap. Plus: hundreds of jobs, free training, community events. Subscribe to Round Up:

, why can't London's most educated residents get hired? | LMLIP Round Up

Welcome to the October 3 Round Up. This issue tackles a question many of us have asked: why do so many talented, educated immigrants struggle to find work that matches their skills? Our featured article...

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London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 20d

Diego came to London for his wife's education in 2016. Today he's staying for his son—and the vibrant Latin community he helped build at Casa Latina.
"I just think about what I can do, and I do it."
That's how you build a city. 🎵🏡
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Diego Chiluisa

Write something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview.

www.iamlondonon.com

London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 20d

World Mental Health Day meets newcomer reality: workplace mental health is especially challenging when you're also navigating a new country.
Oct 23 event for settlement/faith workers: mental health resources + employment pathways for immigrants.

Setting Immigrants Up for Success

Thriving Through Health, Work, and Community

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London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 21d

Oct 23: Setting Immigrants Up for Success
Annual LMLIP event for faith groups & settlement agencies
Learn about mental health services, in-demand jobs, & newcomer experiences in our region
1-4pm | Church in the Oaks | FREE
Register: buff.ly/tgrR5Na
#LdnOnt #Immigration

Setting Immigrants Up for Success

Thriving Through Health, Work, and Community

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London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 21d

Why can't educated immigrants get hired in London? New research reveals the gap. Plus: hundreds of jobs, free training, community events. Subscribe to Round Up:

, why can't London's most educated residents get hired? | LMLIP Round Up

Welcome to the October 3 Round Up. This issue tackles a question many of us have asked: why do so many talented, educated immigrants struggle to find work that matches their skills? Our featured article...

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London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 21d

Diego Chiluisa came to London for his wife's research opportunity. He couldn't pursue formal education as planned. So he taught himself coding, created custom karaoke content, and built Latin music spaces at Casa Latina.
"I just think about what I can do, and I do it."
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#IAmLondon2025

Diego Chiluisa

Write something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview.

www.iamlondonon.com

London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 21d

October: German Heritage Month

Celebrating established immigrant communities shows new arrivals their culture will be valued too. That's how we build welcoming communities.

#GermanHeritageMonth #LdnOnt #WelcomingCommunities

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London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 22d

Free family fun at London Children's Museum tonight, 5-8pm. Registration needed but no cost. Build memories and meet other families. Link: buff.ly/rL4VmqG

Free Family Fun Night

TD Free Family Fun Night is an opportunity for families to enjoy an evening of free admission, made possible by our friends at TD.

www.londonchildrensmuseum.ca

London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 22d

Arabic citizenship classes meet today at noon (online). Preparing for citizenship in your language makes the process clearer. DM for registration details.

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London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 22d

TODAY in London: Free 55+ exercise (11am), Arabic citizenship classes (12pm online), social hour (12pm), family museum night (5-8pm). Four ways to connect. Which one calls to you?

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London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 22d

New research shows why London's educated immigrants can't get hired—despite having more degrees than local-born residents. This week's Round Up breaks it down, plus hundreds of jobs and free workshops.
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London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 22d

Diego came to London for his wife's education. Stayed to build something better: a space for ALL Latin music — rock, soul, not just salsa stereotypes.
His dream: Latin Rock concert in London.
Story: buff.ly/Q0TRYxf
#IAmLondon2025 #LdnOnt

Diego Chiluisa

Write something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview.

www.iamlondonon.com

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London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 22d

Immigrant women in London: often overqualified, usually underemployed. Doctor → PSW. Teacher → retail. Engineer → gig work. Not because they lack skills—because Canada won't recognize them. This Women's History Month, let's fix that. #ImmigrationMatters #LdnOnt

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London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 22d

Today is International Lesbian Day 🏳️🌈

For lesbian newcomers: you belong in London & Middlesex. Your identity and contributions matter.

Building truly welcoming communities means supporting ALL identities.

London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 23d

One month. That's how long Diego and his wife had to sell everything they owned in Ecuador and move to Canada. The university acceptance came in August. Classes started in September.
"We sell everything. And we came here like, like that."
#IAmLondon2025 #LdnOnt #ImmigrantStories #NewBeginnings

London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 23d

FREE nature event TODAY at Wildwood! 10am-2pm.
Raptors, Indigenous stories, stream exploration, food truck. All welcome!
3995 Line 9, St. Marys (Shelter B)
#LdnOnt #WildwoodCA

London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership @lmlip.bsky.social · 23d

Latest Round Up: New research on immigrant employment barriers + hundreds of jobs, free anti-racism workshops, volunteer opportunities & I Am London stories
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, why can't London's most educated residents get hired? | LMLIP Round Up

Welcome to the October 3 Round Up. This issue tackles a question many of us have asked: why do so many talented, educated immigrants struggle to find work that matches their skills? Our featured article...

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