Newcomer Support Team DV

10/07/2026

10/05/2026

The government of Alberta has create a website to learn more about the upcoming referendum on Monday, October 19. While only Canadian citizens will be voting in the referendum, it is good for everyone to be informed. Please feel free to share this information with others, especially those who may be voting. There are several questions related to immigration that individuals should take time to learn more about before deciding their answers. AAISA (Alberta Association for Immigrant Serving Agencies) has also created a few resources that may be helpful when doing personal research about this matter. They also recommend the Non-Profit Chamber's page.

https://albertareferendum2026.ca/

https://aaisa.ca/albertas-october-referendum-what-it-means-for-newcomers/

https://www.thenonprofitchamber.org/blog-news/before-you-vote-a-nonprofits-guide-to-albertas-october-referendum

09/28/2026

🌟 Lanterns on the Pond 🌟
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 | Northview Pond (Mackenzie Avenue)
Lantern Decorating: 6 p.m. | Lantern Launch: 7:20 p.m.

Join us for a magical evening by the water at Lanterns on the Pond! ✨

Enjoy a peaceful night of creativity and connection as we decorate and launch lanterns across Northview Pond. Lanterns will be provided for free, along with a limited number of non-toxic markers—but feel free to bring your own markers, stickers, or other decorations to make your lantern shine!

☕🍪 Refreshments and treats generously sponsored by Tim Hortons!

Come learn more about our community storm ponds, enjoy a cozy evening outdoors, and help light up the pond with beauty and hope. All ages welcome. See you there!

09/16/2026

Our English Conversation Circles are paused for now. We are reflecting on how they went over the summer and how we want to proceed for the fall. We hope to begin them again soon!

09/16/2026

These new office hours are starting September 28, 2026 🙂

09/01/2026

🎉 🚛 Join Us for the Official Opening of the Northern Lakes College Mobile Training Lab!

We are excited to celebrate the official opening and ribbon cutting of the Northern Lakes College Mobile Training Lab (MTL), an innovative mobile training facility that will bring skilled trades education directly to Drayton Valley.

The Mobile Training Lab is a 50-foot, self-contained training facility that expands into approximately 1,500 square feet of hands-on learning space. Equipped with eight training workstations and the latest tools and equipment, the lab will provide access to skilled trades training to students right here in Drayton Valley.

Beginning in September 2026, Northern Lakes College will launch a Pre-Employment Carpentry Program, followed by a Pre-Employment Electrical Program in Winter 2027, helping students gain the technical knowledge and practical experience needed to pursue a career in the trades.

📅 Date: Friday, September 11
📍 Location: 6113-50 Avenue (Public Works Parking Lot)
⏰ Time: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 1:00 p.m.

Everyone is welcome to attend!

More information on the Mobile Training Lab can be found here:
https://www.northernlakescollege.ca/cect/mobile-training-labs