First edition of the 2023 Municipal Economic Immigration Forum

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A first edition full of constructive dialogue related to the reception, settlement and quality of life of newcomers

 

The Association of Manitoba Bilingual Municipalities (AMBM) organized the very first edition of the 2023 Municipal Economic Immigration Forum with the theme Ready to Welcome on March 16 and 17, thanks to the financial support of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

Many distinguished speakers were invited to this Forum, including Madeleine Arbez, Executive Director of CDEM, who spoke on the importance of the role of CDEM in immigration and employability.

 

Photo credit: Dan Harper

 

Erwan Bouchaud, Community Economic Development and Tourism Director at CDEM spoke about rural connectivity and its positive impact on the settlement and retention of newcomers.

 

photo credit: Dan Harper