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Canadian Thanksgiving, celebrated on the second Monday in October, has roots that trace back to early European settlers in the 17th century. Initially, it was a harvest festival to give thanks for a successful crop season, influenced by both Indigenous traditions and European harvest festivals. The first official Thanksgiving was proclaimed in 1879, and over time, it evolved into a national holiday. Today, Canadians celebrate with family gatherings, feasting on turkey, and reflecting on gratitude, much like their American counterparts, but with distinct cultural nuances.

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Au Canada, l'Action de grâce est célébrée le deuxième lundi d'octobre. Cette fête a des racines qui remontent aux premiers colons européens au XVIIe siècle. À l'origine, c'était une fête de la récolte pour rendre grâce pour une saison de cultures réussie, influencée à la fois par les traditions autochtones et les fêtes de la récolte européennes. La première Action de grâce officielle a été proclamée en 1879, et au fil du temps, elle a évolué en une fête nationale. Aujourd'hui, les Canadiens célèbrent avec des réunions de famille, se régalent de dinde et réfléchissent à la gratitude.

Do you speak French? Canada could be your new home! Find out how to immigrate to Canada as a skilled worker. Learn more: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/campaigns/choose-canada.html

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🚶‍♀️Mental Illness Awareness Walk - Cornwall🚶‍♂️

📣Mental Illness Awareness Week, which takes place October 6th to 12th, 2024 is an annual national public education campaign designed to help open the eyes of Canadians to the reality of mental illness.

🚩To mark this campaign, the CMHA Champlain East / ACSM Champlain Est is organizing an event in the Cornwall community, and we invite the public to participate.


📆Date: Wednesday, October 9, 2024
🕙Time: 10:00am to 1:00pm
📍Location: Civic Complex – Salon B
📍100 Water St. East, Cornwall

Activities:

☑️Awareness Walk
☑️Wellness Booths
☑️Panelists
☑️Free Lunch
☑️Door Prize

👇Click the link for additional info!👇

https://cmha-east.on.ca/index.php/en/events/mental-health-promotion/127-mental-illness-awareness-walk-cornwall-2

The orange shirt has become a symbol of hope, reconciliation and a commitment to a better future. By wearing an orange shirt on September 30th, you make a statement to support reconciliation and commit to the enduring truth that EVERY CHILD MATTERS.

Le chandail orange est devenue un symbole d'espoir, de réconciliation et d'engagement pour un avenir meilleur. En portant un chandail orange le 30 septembre, vous faites une déclaration pour soutenir la réconciliation et vous engagez à la vérité durable que CHAQUE ENFANT COMPTE.

👉Are you a fluently bilingual, friendly, computer savvy, organized team player?

👉Come work at the Eastern Ontario Training Board - Commission de formation de l'Est ontarien!

Click on the following links to view the entire job description, either on Indeed or on our website:

INDEED: https://ca.indeed.com/job/administrative-assistant-1fdd54233eb84402
OUR WEBSITE: https://eotb-cfeo.on.ca/administrative-assistant/

🎉 Célébrons la Journée Franco-Ontarienne ! 🎉

Rendez-vous le mercredi 25 septembre pour une journée exceptionnelle à l'occasion de la Journée franco-ontarienne !
Marquez la date dans vos calendriers et venez nombreux pour profiter d'une programmation spéciale :

🎊 - 10h00 au Parc Lamoureux : Concert spécial avec DJ Unpier et animation jeunesse.

🎉 -17h00 au Benson Center:
-5@7 servi par LesCuistots
-goûter appéritif
-Conférence et lancement de livre : Améliorer Notre Bien-Être par Dr. Suzanne Filion
-Lecture théâtrale de L'Amalgame

Pour nous aider à mieux planifier les rafraishîssements, merci de remplir le formulaire de confirmation de présence en suivant ce lien :
🔗 https://forms.gle/kSHHtsSnL3uCaeAR8

📍- Adresse : 100 Water Street, Cornwall, ON.
Venez célébrer notre culture et notre communauté avec nous ! 🎶📚✨
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Un grand merci à la ville de Cornwall pour son soutien indéfectible à cet événement, qui contribue à célébrer et enrichir notre communauté francophone. 🌟 Merci également à École secondaire catholique La Citadelle et École secondaire publique L'Héritage et le CCÉC pour leur engagement !

WELCOMING WEEK

No matter where you're from, we're glad you're here!

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

Orange Shirt day needs volunteers for the day.

Please contact Nova Cook [email protected] or [email protected] for more information.

WELCOMING WEEK - Mir Hussain Razawi's story.

My name is Mir Hussain Razawi I would like to share my story: Experiencing a Warm Welcome in Cornwall, Ontario,

When I first arrived with my family on 3th May 2024 in Cornwall, Ontario, I was filled with a mix of emotions—hope, uncertainty, and a bit of fear about what lay ahead. I had left everything familiar behind and was stepping into the unknown. But from the moment I set foot in this community, I was met with a warmth and kindness that I never expected.

We were eagerly expecting the arrival of our newborn! The community hospital welcomed us with open arms, and the kindness and care we received from all the nurses and doctors was truly heartwarming. We are deeply grateful for their support during this special time.I'm thrilled to announce that my daughter was born safely on July 5, 2024! At the community hospital we are overjoyed and grateful for this precious blessing.

The people of Cornwall welcomed me with open arms. From the volunteers at the Newcomer Employment Welcome Services (NEWS) to the friendly neighbors who greeted me on the street, everyone seemed genuinely happy to have me here. It wasn’t just about offering assistance or providing resources—it was the small gestures, like a smile, a handshake, or a simple "Welcome to our community," that made all the difference.

Cornwall didn’t just offer me a place to live—it gave me a home. The support from the community made me believe in the possibility of a new beginning. The Eastern Ontario Local Immigration Partnership (EOLIP) played a crucial role in this, connecting me with others who had walked a similar path and showing me that I wasn’t alone.

As I’ve settled into my new life here, I’ve come to appreciate not just the physical beauty of Cornwall, with its rivers and parks, but the beauty of its people—their generosity, their openness, and their unwavering belief in the power of community.

Today, I feel like I belong. I’m proud to call Cornwall my home, and I’m grateful for the warm welcome that made it all possible. This city has shown me that no matter where you come from, you can always find a place to belong. And for that, I will always be thankful.

I want to express my deepest gratitude to the Government of Canada and the immigration services for bringing us to safety from a difficult situation. Your compassion and support have given us a second chance at life, and we are forever thankful for the opportunity to build a brighter future here.

Thank you for your kindness and for opening the doors of this beautiful country to us.

I am committed to doing my best to contribute to the growth and prosperity of Canada. I will work hard to build a better future, and I will raise my children to do the same. Together, we will strive to make this country even greater, ensuring that our efforts today help create a brighter tomorrow for all Canadians.

Ottawa, September 13, 2024—The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following statement on the start of Welcoming Week 2024:

“By celebrating our strengths and differences, we create a community where everyone feels included and valued. With the exception of Indigenous Peoples, all of us trace our stories back to immigration. Whether your family has been here for generations or you have recently arrived, we can all benefit from a welcoming community.

Most of us can relate to what it’s like to be in a new place. Whether it’s a new country, school, neighbourhood or workplace, we understand the importance of feeling welcomed. By connecting through these shared experiences and extending a message of welcome, we foster a sense of belonging for everyone, and make our communities more diverse and inclusive, driving greater success for all.

By fostering an inclusive environment, we acknowledge that immigrants are part of shaping Canada’s future. According to Statistics Canada, as of 2021, immigrants aged 25 to 54 made up 1 in 5 workers in construction; 1 in 3 workers in professional, scientific and technical services; and more than 1 in 3 workers in the transportation, warehousing, accommodation and food services sectors, which highlights the importance of newcomers to the Canadian labour market, particularly in occupations for which workers are in shortage.

To kick off Welcoming Week, I look forward to welcoming new citizens to the Canadian family at a citizenship ceremony today, in Ottawa. It is always a great honour for me to witness this significant moment in a newcomer’s life.

I encourage you to share how you’re celebrating on social media by using the hashtag . Your actions can inspire others to create more welcoming communities. I wish everyone a wonderful Welcoming Week!”

🎉Tomorrow marks the beginning of Welcoming Week 2024🎉
Check out the post below for general information and how you can participate!
Happy Welcoming Week!

🎉It's almost here...

Volunteering in your community is more than giving time; it's about investing in shared dreams and creating meaningful connections. Volunteering at events and with local organizations makes a difference and builds connections with your peers. Volunteering is a great way to get involved in your community and make some new connections!

📜🏞️ The Lost Villages, once home to over 6,500 people, were submerged beneath Lake St. Lawrence in the 1950s to make way for the St. Lawrence Seaway and International Hydro Electric project. Despite their physical disappearance, the memories of these communities live on in the Lost Villages Museum in Long Sault!
The Lost Villages Historical Society is dedicated to preserving this history through educational programs and museum archives at the Lost Villages Museum in Ault Park, Long Sault Their mission is to educate the public, especially students, about these vanished communities and their impact.

Be sure to stop by before they close for the season on September 2nd! You won't want to miss their Civil War reenactment happening all day on August 24th!
All information from this post is from their website, be sure to check it out for more information! https://lostvillages.ca/