Monday, December 11, 2023
So very excited to celebrate Christmas and New Year with all of our Ukrainian newcomers, host families and supporters this weekend at the Rotary Complex!
Many thanks to supporters The Falstaff Family Centre, The City of Stratford, Raja Fine Indian Cuisine, Zehrs Stratford and Tana Painting!
Donations always welcome at https://www.maph.ca/donations and questions / support at info@maph.ca
Posted at 05:08 PM
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Our pride reaches that next level when our newcomers put in the work and graduate from University!
On this joyous occasion, we helped 3 of our newcomers students graduate from Waterloo University! Their journey in life has been unbelievable so far and we are excited for where it goes from here in their new home!
Thank you to University of Waterloo and all the regional supporters who donate to help make this happen. https://maph.ca/donate... more
Posted at 03:16 PM
Monday, November 20, 2023
So proud to honour a few of the volunteers that help us do what we do.
Huge appreciation for all who volunteer for us and other community organizations! If you are looking to get involved and volunteer in your community, reach out and we will help find something for you. Plenty of opportunities, you and your community will thank you.
https://maph.ca
Posted at 03:59 PM
Friday, November 3, 2023
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DAY! NOVEMBER 18th!
We are very proud to be holding this event in honour of the supportive community and all those helpers who pitched in during a very tough couple of years and beyond.
On Nov 18th from 4-7pm, we are hosting a BBQ at the Stratford Rotary Complex and would love you to be a part of it.
Admission by donation (with a tax receipt!) will go toward our efforts for helping newcomers and facilitating the movement of community diversity.
Please RSVP at... more
Posted at 02:39 PM
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
SOUNDING THE ALARM!
Galen summed it up quite well in the article: https://www.stratfordbeaconherald.com/news/local-news/multicultural-association-raises-alarm-bells-over-lack-of-housing-in-stratford-area-for-refugees
“It's not pretty," she added. “People are sleeping on the streets. We were called to Toronto because there was an influx of immigrants with very little information about any kind of support they would receive once they got to Canada. If it wasn't for one of our developers... more
Posted at 11:06 AM
Saturday, October 21, 2023
Blessed to attend the Annual Community Recognition Awards Night where Council recognizes teams and individuals who have won a provincial or national competition, or who have excelled in their sport.
So inspired to connect with and celebrate all the coaches, coaching staff, volunteers, families and friends who make all these sports and community building activities possible.
Events like this where we can gather as a council with pride for our city and connect organizations and the people in celebration of... more
Posted at 10:51 AM
Monday, October 2, 2023
JUST getting down to unpacking our wonderful experience at the Multicultural Festival in warm Listowel last week!
So many great connections made as we celebrated multiculturalism with such a vibrant and diverse community!
Thank you to all who attended, our volunteers and all of those in our vast region who support our movement. Make sure to tag people and share for all to see so that we can help all year and hold this again next summer.... more
Posted at 11:41 AM
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
More pictures and experiences from the Association of Municipalities Ontario conference in London!
Our group has met so many different Councillors and City Mayors that we can't help learn from them and add our perspective to the conversation. We are all fighting hard for the evolution and improvement of our communities and these ties will make the province stronger.
Special moments and memories for Myles Murdock, Mayor of Goderich who recently passed away. So much thanks for what he did for Goderich and his... more
Posted at 04:49 PM
Tuesday, August 22, 2023
A little slow to return messages the next couple days as we are in London for the Association of Municipalities Ontario!
So happy to be representing the City of Stratford on the provincial stage again and share knowledge with all of the leaders present!
So much to digest and bring home for our community.
Posted at 03:09 PM
Tuesday, August 15, 2023
UKRAINIAN WEEK IS A GO!
All this week Aug 15-20th, we are celebrating Ukrainian Week with our friends at Full House Bar & Grill. Traditional cuisine, drinks and music available all week with donated proceeds going to support our Ukrainian community members. Tax receipts for donations to the MAPH and good times to be had every night.
Bonus thanks to Mayor Martin Ritsma and owner Slavi for helping us celebrate and raise funds.
Posted at 09:22 PM
