The City of Grande Prairie’s Local Immigration Partnership (GPLIP) invites all residents to join in the upcoming Welcoming Week celebrations from September 13 to 22.
Welcoming Week aims to connect new arrivals with long-standing residents, fostering a sense of belonging across the community. The week’s events will highlight the extensive support, services, and amenities that Grande Prairie offers, all while building bridges and creating spaces where everyone feels welcome.
This year’s Welcoming Week embraces the theme "We’re All In," calling on everyone—individuals and groups alike—to come together in celebrating strengths, differences, and the diverse perspectives that make a community vibrant. The week-long event is an opportunity to recognize that a community is at its best when it values and embraces the varied backgrounds, experiences, and cultures within it.
“Welcoming Week is a time to reflect on the richness that diversity brings to Grande Prairie,” says Mayor Jackie Clayton. “We encourage everyone to join in the celebration, attend the City’s events, and experience firsthand how ‘We’re All In’ on making our community a welcoming place for everyone.”
Plan Your Welcoming Week Experience:
A wide variety of events are scheduled throughout the week by the various GPLIP members, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Each activity offers a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and contribute to a shared sense of community.
Wednesday, Sept 11
- Workplace Rights and Immigration Essentials*
Friday, Sept 13
- Welcoming Week Celebration: Proclamation & Kick-off
- Grande Prairie Storm Game & Kick-off Season event*
Saturday, Sept 14
- Try-It Day*
Sunday, Sept 15
- Welcome on Ice: Free Ice-Skating session for newcomers*
Monday, Sept 16
- Discover City Transit: Tour & Learn*
Tuesday, Sept 17
- Exploring "Unconscious Bias" in a Diverse Community *
Wednesday, Sept. 18
- Thriving in the City and Part-Time Job Fair
- Empowering Immigrant Integration*
Thursday, Sept. 19
- Health & Wellness Day for Newcomers*
Friday, Sept. 20
- Grande Sunset Theatre at Evergreen Park *
Saturday, Sept. 21
- Fire Hall Tour and Career Opportunities Session*
Sunday, Sept. 22
- Épluchette annuelle de l’ACFA - Corn Festival
*Indicates registration required.
For full event details including dates, times and registration, visit cityofgp.com/welcomingweek.
GPLIP looks forward to celebrating International Welcoming Week in alignment with the City Council's Strategic Priorities of fostering Engaging Relationships and cultivating an Inclusive & Caring Community.
Information provided by City of GP