Through multi-agency connections, VIEA heads leading a broad based regional partnership to address the development of an immigrant integration strategy for Vancouver Island.  This project aims to increase capacity building efforts to create greater awareness and understanding of contributions and needs of newcomers. It also strengthens collaboration within the region around issues of immigration, settlement, multiculturalism, racism, workplace diversity and building and sustaining welcoming and inclusive communities.

Related Documents:
Welcoming and Inclusive Communities Project Summary April 14, 2009

Developing a Collaborative Partnership Model for a Vancouver Island Regional Immigrant Integration Strategy - Report on Session January 20, 2009

Request for Proposals - Welcoming Communities Project October 15, 2008

Vancouver Island Regional Immigrant Integration Strategy - Report on the Strategy Session June 16, 2008

Welcoming Communities Dialogue - Notes from Meeting May 20, 2008

Welcoming Communities Dialogue - Notes from Meeting April 29, 2008

Other resources:
Welcoming & Inclusive Communities and Workplace Programs

Attracting and Retaining Immigrants: A Toolbox of Ideas for Smaller Centres, 2008

HR Solutions Project "Global Workforce for Local Business"

June 25, 2009 Media Release

Moving to Vancouver Island- An Island for All
Best Practices Compilation