Chatham-Kent Local Immigration Partnership

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• Improve the integration of newcomers by increasing awareness of and access to available resources and services
• Improve awareness of the social and economic benefits of newcomers to the Chatham-Kent community
• Pursue sustainability options for CK LIP by identifying collaborative partnership

s and funding opportunities
• Increase awareness of CK LIP initiatives

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🏡 Welcome to Chatham-Kent!New to the community? We’re here to help you settle in, connect, and start building your life ...
09/03/2026

🏡 Welcome to Chatham-Kent!

New to the community? We’re here to help you settle in, connect, and start building your life in CK with resources to support your transition:

✔️ Finding a home
✔️ Moving to CK Checklist
✔️ Job opportunities
✔️ School & childcare
✔️ Volunteering
✔️ Things to do
✔️ Public transit

🌐 Explore local resources, services, and community information at www.LivingCK.ca

📩 Questions? We’re always here to help at [email protected]

Thank you for choosing to call Chatham-Kent home. We’re glad you’re here!

The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice calendar for September is available!To view an interactive copy of the cale...
09/02/2026

The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice calendar for September is available!

To view an interactive copy of the calendar, which includes helpful links for each commemorative event, access Chatham-Kent's Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Justice Strategy website at the link below:

https://www.letstalkchatham-kent.ca/deij

Starting a nonprofit? Looking to apply for charitable status?Join the Municipality of Chatham-Kent’s Community Attractio...
08/31/2026

Starting a nonprofit? Looking to apply for charitable status?

Join the Municipality of Chatham-Kent’s Community Attraction and Promotion team and Benjamin Miller, Staff Lawyer and Policy Advisor with Nonprofit Law Ontario at the Ontario Nonprofit Network, for a free webinar that will help you navigate the journey from idea to incorporation and charitable registration.

Learn:
✅ The pros and cons of different organizational structures, including nonprofits, businesses, and co-operatives
✅ Whether incorporation is the right choice for your organization
✅ The steps involved in incorporating a nonprofit
✅ What it takes to qualify for charitable status
✅ Common challenges in the charity application process and how to avoid them

Whether you're launching a new community initiative, serving on a volunteer board, or exploring charitable registration, this session will provide practical information to help you move forward with confidence.

📅 September 15, 2026
🕕 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
💻 Free Virtual Webinar

Register today at

Thinking About Starting a Nonprofit or Applying for Charitable Status? Learn What You Need to Know About Incorporation and Registration

A  Look back: CK Welcomes: A Community Showcase 2025! Over 250 community members joined the CK Welcomes: A Community Sho...
08/21/2026

A Look back: CK Welcomes: A Community Showcase 2025!

Over 250 community members joined the CK Welcomes: A Community Showcase 2025, celebrating community culture and connection across Chatham Kent.

✨ The event featured vibrant cultural performances, interactive booths, and family friendly activities that that celebrated Chatham-Kent's diversity and strengthened community belonging.

💬 “We had a great time and thought the cultural performances were beautiful! Thank you again for allowing us to be part of this special event.”
— Joel Emery, Alzheimer Society of Chatham Kent

🎉 Join Us in 2026!

Mark your calendars for the CK Welcomes Community Showcase 2026, taking place on September 20, 2026, from 1pm - 4:00 pm at Kingston Park.

Interested in hosting a booth and showcasing your organization, services, or programs to the community?

We'd love to hear from you. Email us at [email protected].

Learn more about CK Welcome Week, this year's activities, and ways to get involved at: Chatham-Kent Welcome Week

August is Emancipation Month in Ontario!Emancipation Day commemorates the Abolition of Slavery Act, which became law on ...
08/20/2026

August is Emancipation Month in Ontario!

Emancipation Day commemorates the Abolition of Slavery Act, which became law on August 1, 1834. This act freed more than 800,000 people of African descent throughout the British Empire.

In the 19th century, Emancipation Day was an important expression of identity for the Black community and provided the opportunity to celebrate the end of slavery in Canada with parades, music, food and dancing. The day also provided a platform to lobby for Black rights in Canada.

In 2021, the Province of Ontario proclaimed the month of August as Emancipation Month. Emancipation Month is about ending discrimination through education and highlighting the importance of equity.

Are you new to Chatham-Kent and want to know more? There are opportunities to learn about Emancipation and Black history in Chatham-Kent. Visit:

Buxton National Historic Site & Museum
https://www.buxtonmuseum.com/about-us

Ontario Heritage Trust Josiah Henson Museum of African-Canadian History.
https://www.heritagetrust.on.ca/properties/josiah-henson-museum

Chatham-Kent Black Historical Society & Black Mecca Museum
https://ckbhs.org/

You can read more about Black History on the Municipality of Chatham-Kent's website.
https://www.chatham-kent.ca/visitck/doandsee/heritage/undergroundrailroad/Pages/black-history-month-in-chatham-Kent.aspx

Happy Emancipation Month!

Are you thinking about starting a business in the Food industry? The Chatham-Kent Small Business Centre is hosting Start...
08/19/2026

Are you thinking about starting a business in the Food industry? The Chatham-Kent Small Business Centre is hosting Starting a Food Business & Regulatory Compliance.

The free, 60-minute Online Seminar will help you build a strong foundation for your business.

📅 Thursday, August 20, 2026
⏰ 10:00 am

Registration is required. For more information, including registration details, see the post below.

Thinking about launching a food or beverage business?🚀

Whether you're developing your first product or preparing to enter the market, the Foodpreneur Advantage program will help you build a strong foundation for success!

📅 Thursday, August 20, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM

In this FREE 60-minute online webinar, you’ll learn:
✅ Validate your business model and customer opportunity
✅ Define your value proposition and competitive advantage
✅ Understand the regulatory requirements for launching a food business
✅ Avoid common startup mistakes that cost founders time and money

Sign up today!
www.foodpreneuradvantage.ca

CK Welcome Week 2026: Host an Event!As part of CK Welcome Week 2026, We invite Community groups, cultural associations, ...
08/05/2026

CK Welcome Week 2026: Host an Event!

As part of CK Welcome Week 2026, We invite Community groups, cultural associations, faith groups, nonprofits, and local clubs to host an event or booth during CK Welcome Week 2026.

✨ Share your programs, connect with newcomers, and help make Chatham‑Kent more inclusive, vibrant, and welcoming.

Here are a few ideas for events or activities you could host:

• Open houses or networking events
• Volunteering opportunities
• Civic engagement activities
• Book clubs or storytelling sessions
• Employee experience sharing
• Workshops or information sessions
• Cultural or artistic demonstrations
• Interactive classes or learning opportunities
• Sports, games, or family‑friendly activities
• Film screenings or documentaries

If you have an idea for an event or would like more information about hosting an event during CK Welcome Week 2026, please email [email protected].

August 1st is Emancipation Day in Canada.Emancipation Day commemorates the Abolition of Slavery Act, which became law on...
08/01/2026

August 1st is Emancipation Day in Canada.

Emancipation Day commemorates the Abolition of Slavery Act, which became law on August 1, 1834. This marked the end of the institution of slavery in Canada.

The Act confirmed Canada as a free territory for enslaved African Americans. Thousands of people of African-descent arrived in Canada from the US between 1834 and the early 1860s, many arriving in what is now known as Chatham-Kent.

People often associate slavery with the United States, but Canada also has a history of enslavement of People of African descent and Indigenous Peoples. In fact, the first known Black person in Chatham-Kent was enslaved.

While the Act did end the institution of slavery, Black people in Canada still experienced institutional racism and discrimination, causing generational harm and trauma. As of today, no formal apologies or compensation have been offered.

On August 1st, we honour the strength and excellence of the Black community, and celebrate their vital contributions to Chatham-Kent.

You can read more at:
https://www.letstalkchatham-kent.ca/deij/news_feed/emancipation-day

To learn more about about Emancipation Day and Black History here in CK, check out:

Ontario Heritage Trust Josiah Henson Museum of African-Canadian History
Buxton National Historic Site & Museum
Chatham-Kent Black Historical Society & Black Mecca Museum

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