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Community organizations:
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The Immigrant Education Society (TIES)
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Calgary Local Immigration Partnership (CLIP)
Future research / gaps identified:
Increase understanding of how relationships, funding and service priorities are utilized in and between organizations in the sector.
Integration timeline: newcomers not defined
Key findings:
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75 organizations were found, including: 24 SPOs (Service Provider Organizations), 51 non-SPOs, and 62 informal groups.
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Collaboration and partnerships among organizations are essential for effective service delivery.
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Availability of funding and resources significantly impact the capacity of organizations to provide services.
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Virtual services are increasingly being utilized.
Key populations: Newcomer services, service providers, and clients in Calgary
Key recommendations:
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Develop sustained and meaningful collaboration and communication between organizations, funders, policy makers, etc.
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Increase funding in less prioritized services, especially health and mental health.
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Expand online services and resources to increase accessibility for newcomers.
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Prioritize client needs and organizational capacities when allocating funding, rather than bureaucratic processes.
