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Bruce and Grey Counties host Welcoming Week

Grey County and Bruce County are hosting the first annual “Welcoming Week” from September 10 to 19, 2021.

It's aimed at celebrating the diverse communities across Grey-Bruce, and to foster an inclusive community and welcome newcomers

A media release says the celebration is an opportunity to bring together new and long-time residents to foster building strong connections.

The Grey Bruce Local Immigration Partnership is partnering to put on events for all ages such as trivia, live music, a cultural exchange and the sharing of first-hand stories on immigrating to the community.

"Grey County is privileged to see an influx of newcomers who are choosing to bring their skills, experience and insights to our communities. Welcoming Week is a great way to show newcomers  that they are appreciated, and that we look forward to including and celebrating the diversity and resiliency they bring into all aspects of life in Grey,” said Grey County Warden, Selwyn Hicks.

“Bruce County is proud to be partnering with Grey County to hold our first annual Welcoming Week to promote diversity and inclusion throughout our communities and support the work of the Grey Bruce Local Immigration Partnership,” says Bruce County Warden Janice Jackson.

The release says Welcoming Week will showcase the important work that local organizations do for local communities and the residents all year long.

Visit greybrucelip.ca to learn more.

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