Eastman Immigrant Services - Interlake Division

08/26/2025

📣 ANNOUNCEMENT TO OUR INTERLAKE COMMUNITY
We’re excited to share that Regional Connections Immigrant Services has officially taken over the services previously offered by Eastman Immigrant Services – Interlake Office.
👉 We continue to offer the same helpful services for newcomers and immigrants — absolutely FREE, funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and the Manitoba government.
💙 Whether you’re looking for help with settlement, employment, language services, or community connections — we’re here for you!
🎉 To celebrate this transition and welcome everyone, we’re inviting you to a Come-and-Go Open House:
📅 Wednesday, August 28
🕞 3:30 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 440 Recreation Centre (across Arborg Arena)
✅ Enjoy free BBQ, snacks, drinks, cake
✅ Meet our staff and learn about our services
✅ Celebrate with us in this festive and meaningful event for all ages!
Please spread the word and join us as we mark this new chapter with gratitude and excitement. We can’t wait to see you there! 💬🎈

02/27/2025

Good news for our Ukrainian friends:

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/news/2025/02/canada-extends-some-temporary-measures-for-ukrainians.html?cache&utm_source=IRCCSM&utm_medium=facebook&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0enPINkph7DVJ0bH7E8vZ7FMB5LRlv7AyvlBozoNnudpR7535-cDhNfjU_aem_Jd0N0r1MYlzcQi4BzKvzGw

As Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine continues, Canada remains committed to supporting Ukrainians and their family members who have sought a temporary safe haven in Canada.

02/18/2025

Deadline to submit your application - March 31, 2025
You can get free settlement services in Canada
All Ukrainian temporary residents and their family members in Canada can access free settlement services until March 31, 2025.
Ukraine immigration measures for those who arrived in Canada on or before March 31, 2024: Open work permits. You may be eligible for an open work permit under the Ukraine immigration measures if you meet both of the following requirements:
1. You were approved under the CUAET measures, and you arrived in Canada on or before March 31, 2024.
2. You’re currently in Canada with valid temporary resident status under the CUAET measures.
If you’re eligible, you can apply to get a new open work permit that’s valid for up to 3 years and can apply to extend your current open work permit
You must pay standard application fees.

You must submit your application on or before March 31, 2025.

01/22/2025

Did you know that Eastman Immigrant Services is funded by IRCC, our services are free of charge. If you need help with the following, you can call/text/message 204-671-0393 to book an appointment with our Settlement Facilitator - Beverly Magaway. We are open Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm:

MB Health
GST/HST + Climate Action Incentive Payment Applications
Rent Assist
Canada Child Benefit
Manitoba Child Benefit
Canada Pension Plan Application
PR Renewal
Citizenship Application/Test/Oath Ceremony
MB for Ukraine Child Care Application
Canadian Passport Application
Verification of Status
Financial Assistance for Ukrainians
Pharmacare
Address Change
Vital Statistic Branch - Name Change/Birth Certificate Request
Notary (Steinbach Office only)

REVIEW Only (Answering Questions - will not fill out application for clients)

Work Permit Extensions
Study Permit Extensions
Visitor Visa Extensions
Change of Conditions on Work/Study Permits
Letter of Advice to Apply (LAA for MPNP)
Initial PR application (federal level)
Expression of Interest (MPNP)
Letter of Invitation

12/16/2024

11/25/2024

We are open! 💚
Our Arborg office serving the Interlake, is now open and ready to serve clients!
Our Settlement Facilitator Bev is happy to help with Settlement needs in Arborg and surrounding communities.
Call 204-671-0393 or email [email protected] for details and appointments!
See you there!