Over a dozen cultural groups from across the region will gather at the Kitchener Public Library for a "get acquainted" session to help the groups connect and learn about each other, and maybe cooperate on joint projects. Brittney Emslie, director of operations for the Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre and Tara Bedard, with the Waterloo Region Immigration Association explain why this session is important.
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There has been no shortage of people wanting to help those in need in our community. As Waterloo region prepares for Ukrainian refugees to resettle in the area, community members are once again stepping up to help.
Waterloo region officials say it’s no longer a matter if Ukrainians will arrive in the area, but when. Local groups are preparing to welcome them when they do.