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Edmonton Mennonite Centre for Newcomers (EMCN) 2020-2021 Annual Community Report

Abstract
This report presents an overview of the work that the EMCN has done in 2020 to help newcomers in Edmonton. These include the expansion of their language delivery programs; provision of online support for the Settlement in Schools program on top of its phone and face to face services; increased participation for the Safe Families Program; and many others. The year 2021 also celebrates 40 years of the EMCN.
Authors: Edmonton Mennonite Centre for Newcomers (EMCN) Publication Date: 6/1/2022

Publication Type: Report

URL:https://emcn.ab.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/2020-2021-Community-Report.pdf
Notes

Community organizations

  • Edmonton Mennonite Centre for Newcomers (EMCN)

Future research / gaps identified: n/a

Integration timeline

  • Newcomers not defined

Key findings

EMCN has over 20 programs for newcomers in Edmonton. In 2020 – 2021, highlights include:

1) Unique programming like the Rainbow Refuge for 2SLGBTQ+ refugees

2) 1200 students and 500+ children in daycare with their Language Centre

2) 3 centres, virtual services, and staff that cumulatively speak over 50 languages

Key populations

  • Newcomers in Edmonton

Key recommendations: n/a

Open access: Yes

Location

  • Edmonton
  • Alberta

Collections resettlement-integration

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