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Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · 2h

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More settlement workers to help new Canadian kids in Eastman schools | CBC News

Eastman Immigrant Services opens new building in Steinbach for more settlement workers in schools connecting kids from around the world with their new communities in southeast Manitoba

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Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · 6d

Together Project was honoured to connect with other Vancouver-based service providers at the Volunteer Futures conference last week!

It was a fantastic way to learn about the impact of volunteering and the many opportunities for community-minded people in Greater Vancouver and beyond.

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Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · 7d

Last week, Together Project was happy to support the fall edition of Community Compass! It was a wonderful opportunity to connect with newcomer families in Moncton.

Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · 12d

Nuer-speaking volunteers needed in Toronto and Mississauga!

Common #WelcomeGroupProgram activities:
• Practicing English
• Navigating services (healthcare, education, etc)
• Finding extracurricular activities & tutoring for youth
• Socializing & making new friends

Join us: www.bttr.im/a772o

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Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · 15d

Together Project was honoured to partner with MAGMA - AMGM at today’s "Together In Truth" event in Moncton in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

#IRCC

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Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · 20d

SFU students! On Wednesday, Sept 24th, Mohamud Olow, our British Columbia Programs Lead, will be at the Simon Fraser University Career Festival to promote volunteer opportunities with our Welcome Group Program in Vancouver.

Find the Together Project table to learn how you can get involved with us!

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Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · 21d

Take it from Daria Pakhomova: hiring refugees brings strength and stability to your workforce, along with a plethora of prior skills that can bolster local businesses.

Learn how to attract and retain refugee talent at #WelcomingEconomy: bit.ly/we-2025

#RefugeesWork #HireRefugees #RefugeesWelcome

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Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · 21d

Check out Volunteer Manitoba's volunteer recruitment fair on October 9th! If you're interested in learning more about our Welcome Group Program in Winnipeg, Alejandra Reverditto Galvez, our Manitoba Programs Lead, will be there to answer all of your questions!

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Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · 26d

Did you know that after #WelcomingWeek2025, you can still help create more welcoming communities in Canada?

Get involved as a Welcome Group Program volunteer in our newest cities: Moncton, Vancouver, and Winnipeg!

Learn more: www.togetherproject.ca/volunteer

#refugeeswelcome #storiesweshare

Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · 27d

Check out this story about The Shoe Project Canada-- a group that has been using stories and performances to change the way Canadians see immigrant and refugee women 🩷

globalnews.ca/video/114295...

Take a walk in her shoes: Local project amplifies voices of immigrant and refugee women through storytelling | Watch News Videos Online

Watch Take a walk in her shoes: Local project amplifies voices of immigrant and refugee women through storytelling Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca

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Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · 27d

MOSAIC is such a great service provider for newcomers in Vancouver!

MOSAIC | Settlement and Employment Services for Newcomers @mosaicbc.bsky.social · Sep 12

Today marks the start of #WelcomingWeek2025. The theme this year is #StoriesWeShare.
For us, these stories come from newcomers who trust us with their journeys and show us what belonging truly means. In this video, our CEO Olga Stachova reflects on how their stories inspired our work this past year.

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Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · 28d

Happy #WelcomingWeek2025!

Did you catch Hila, our New Brunswick Programs Lead, at the Greater Moncton International Student Welcome BBQ?

Thank you to the City of Moncton for organizing a wonderful event!

Join our Welcome Group Program here: www.togetherproject.ca/volunteer

#StoriesWeShare

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Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · 28d

From September 12-21, we celebrate #WelcomingWeek2025, a campaign to showcase communities striving to be more welcoming places for all.

We'll be sharing free events in the 5 cities where we deliver our Welcome Group Program: Moncton, Mississauga, Toronto, Vancouver, and Winnipeg.

#StoriesWeShare

Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · Sep 9

Arabic and Pashto-speaking volunteers needed in Moncton!

Common #WelcomeGroupProgram activities:
• Practicing English
• Navigating services (healthcare, education, etc)
• Finding extracurricular activities & tutoring for youth
• Socializing & making new friends

Join us: www.bttr.im/a772o

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Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · Sep 5

Happy International Day of Charity!

To help build more welcoming communities, consider making Together Project the beneficiary of your office/personal fundraising initiatives through Employee Engagement, event partnering, donating & more!

Learn more: togetherproject.ca/community/ge...

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Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · Sep 3

Together Project is excited to partner with ISSofBC to deliver the Welcome Group Program to support refugee newcomers in Greater Vancouver.

To learn more, check out our feature on the ISSofBC website:

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Getting settled in a new country is easier with a Welcome Group-- volunteer with Together Project today! | Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC)

In partnership with ISSofBC, Together Project, a MakeWay charitable initiative, is matching groups of volunteers with refugee newcomers for social and integration support in Greater Vancouver.

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Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · Sep 3

Thinking of applying to be a Welcome Group Program volunteer in Vancouver, Winnipeg, Moncton, Mississauga, or Toronto?

Check out this video for tips on filling out our application form!

Apply here: www.bttr.im/a772o

Learn more about Together Project here: www.togetherproject.ca/volunteer

Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · Sep 2

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United Way Greater Toronto @unitedwaygt.bsky.social · Jul 10

Lace up, GTA — registration is now open for UWGT's CN Tower #ClimbUP2025! 👟
On Nov. 15 & 16, take on the challenge of climbing the 1,776 steps of the iconic CN Tower and help build a stronger, more connected GTA for all.

It’s time to climb #UP4Community.

👉Register: bit.ly/4nBJTrs

Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · Aug 26

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After fleeing persecution for being queer, this couple is building safe spaces for 2SLGBTQ+ refugees in Ottawa - NOW Toronto

A queer couple from Uganda who recently made Ottawa their home after coming to Canada as refugees have founded an organization...

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Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · Aug 20

After coming to Canada as an immigrant, Ishika was driven to help other newcomers feel at home in Ottawa.

After finding out about the Welcome Group Program, she was excited to sign up!

Read our interview with Ishika here:
togetherproject.ca/blogpost/ish...

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Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · Aug 18

Fula and Fulani-speaking volunteers needed in Winnipeg!

Provide 3-6 months of social support to refugee newcomers along with other community-minded members of a dedicated Welcome Group.

Join us: www.bttr.im/a772o

Learn more: www.togetherproject.ca/volunteer

#VolunteersNeededMB

Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · Aug 14

Arabic and Pashto-speaking volunteers needed in Vancouver!

Our Welcome Group Program entails a 3 to 6-month commitment to a refugee newcomer household in Greater Moncton.

Join us: www.bttr.im/a772o

Learn more: www.togetherproject.ca/volunteer

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Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · Aug 11

Arabic-speaking volunteers needed in Vancouver!

Our Welcome Group Program entails a 3 to 6-month commitment to a refugee newcomer household in Greater Vancouver.

Join us: www.bttr.im/a772o

Learn more: www.togetherproject.ca/volunteer

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Jennilee Austria-Bonifacio @jaustriabonifacio.bsky.social · Aug 1

Loved making this little video featuring one of our amazing volunteers! Diane's positive energy totally shines through.

Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · Jul 31

When she moved back to Toronto after living abroad for many years, Diane Brokenshire began volunteering at Together Project, where she provided social support for two refugee newcomers through our Welcome Group Program.

Learn more about us here: www.togetherrproject.ca/volunteer

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Together Project @togetherproject.bsky.social · Jul 31

When she moved back to Toronto after living abroad for many years, Diane Brokenshire began volunteering at Together Project, where she provided social support for two refugee newcomers through our Welcome Group Program.

Learn more about us here: www.togetherrproject.ca/volunteer

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