Provincial Immigration Program ends in Taber and Lethbridge County
Lethbridge County, the Town of Taber, and other small municipalities in Southern Alberta have announced the end of their participation in the Provincial Immigration program.
News Stories and News about our Multicultural Community
CITAP program aims to break down barriers
Members of the Centre for Public Safety Applied Research (CPSAR) at Lethbridge Polytechnic to host peer support program to encourage friendships as well as education of Blackfoot language and culture. More information: citapprogram.com
IRCC to provide financial assistance for Gazans arriving in Canada
Palestinians who have left Gaza will soon receive transitional financial assistance from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) when they arrive in Canada.
Lethbridge's Civic Culture Plan receives national award
A plan prioritizing culture in Lethbridge has received recognition on the national stage for being a “forward-thinking initiative”.
Southern Alberta Ethnic Association to celebrate Heritage Day in Galt Gardens
SAEA to hold celebration of numerous cultures and traditions on Monday, August 5th in Galt Gardens.
Festival celebrates Latin culture in Lethbridge
Latin Fest highlights and fosters connection with the growing Latin culture within the city of Lethbridge.
Canada Revenue Agency Factsheets for Newcomers
The official versions of the CRA factsheet and infographics on benefits and credits are the English and French versions. While reasonable efforts are made to provide accurate translations, due to the nuances in translating to another language, slight differences or inaccuracies may exist.
Canada is reuniting loved ones through new immigration measures. New measures also address labour shortages in Canada
Spouses, children and parents of recent immigrants will be able to join their loved ones in Canada more quickly. A new system will allow family members seeking permanent residence in Canada to apply for a temporary visitor's visa, allowing them to join their sponsor while they wait for their application to be approved.
City launches expanded Fee Assistance Program
The City of Lethbridge’s Fee Assistance program, aimed at supporting residents facing financial barriers, has expanded to include both recreation and culture activities as well as bus passes.
Alberta creates temporary driver's licence program for Ukrainian refugees
Starting April 18 and running for one year, Alberta’s government has established a temporary one-year driver’s licence exchange program all holders of a Ukrainian Category B (passenger vehicles) or BE (passenger vehicles with a trailer) driver’s licence.