PNT Small Centre Virtual Symposium: Thriving Together
On February 5-6, 2025, the Alberta Association of Immigrant Serving Agencies (AAISA), in partnership with the Saskatchewan Association of Immigrant Settlement and Integration Agencies (SAISIA), Manitoba Association of Newcomer Serving Organizations (MANSO), and Intercultural Centre NWT hosted the PNT Small Centre Virtual Symposium under the theme Thriving Together.
This dynamic event brought together service providers, community leaders, and stakeholders from across the Prairie and Northern Territories (PNT) to explore innovative strategies for supporting newcomers in rural and small centre communities.
Key topics and sessions included:
- Innovative Approaches to Rural Settlement Services: Highlighting creative solutions tailored to the unique needs of small centres.
- Collaboration and Partnerships in Rural Areas: Showcasing how organizations and communities work together to enhance settlement outcomes.
- Housing Solutions for Rural Newcomers: Addressing housing challenges and sharing effective models for rural areas.
- Indigenous Pow Wow & Relationship Building: Fostering meaningful connections with Indigenous communities through cultural sharing and dialogue.
- Breakout Networking Sessions: Offering attendees the chance to connect, reflect, and discuss practical solutions for their communities.
Missed the event or want to revisit the sessions? Click below to access the event recordings.
We thank all our attendees, speakers, and partners for contributing to this important conversation and for helping build thriving, inclusive communities across the PNT region.