Waterloo Region Immigration Partnership

June brings with it many important days of reflection, recognition, and celebration.

We honour Pride Month, Seniors Month in Ontario, and National Indigenous History Month, as well as other heritage months, and also recognize important days of significance such as World Refugee Day, Indigenous Peoples Day, and Canadian Multiculturalism Day.

These observances remind us of the importance of building communities with strong foundations where everyone feels they belong. In Waterloo Region, diversity helps shape our community in many ways.

Together, we continue building a community grounded in inclusion, respect, and belonging.

We’re almost at our goal of 2,000 responses, but we still need a few more voices to ensure the data fully reflects the diversity of our communities.

If you were born outside of Canada and are currently living, working, or studying in Waterloo Region, this is your opportunity to share your experiences and help build a more inclusive community.

The survey takes about 10–20 minutes and covers topics such as education, housing, employment, health, belonging, discrimination, and community building. It is confidential and available online, with phone, email, and paper options available upon request. It is also offered in multiple languages.

More than 70 local organizations will use the results to improve programs, services, policies, and access to funding.
💬 Your story matters. Help shape the future of Waterloo Region.

👉 Complete the 2026 Immigrant Survey: https://f.mtr.cool/oritwtfkff

Volunteer with us at the 59th KW Multicultural Festival 🌎

Help bring a weekend of culture, food, music, and community spirit to life at Victoria Park on June 20–21.

✨Meet new people, gain hands-on event experience, be part of something meaningful and more!

We’re currently recruiting for:
🌱 Eco Team
🎪 Festival Support

Apply now through the link in bio or visit KWMF.CA
Kitchener Waterloo Cambridge

Immigration Partnership of Waterloo Region, alongside the International Migration Research Centre (IMRC), are inviting immigrants across Waterloo Region to share their experiences through the 2026 Immigrant Survey.

The insights collected will help inform programs, services, and initiatives that better reflect the needs of newcomers in our region. The survey takes approximately 10–20 minutes to complete and responses will be collected until May 31, 2026.

Take the survey: https://wlu.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bDCox8shs2r3Dts

📅 Date extended to June 7. We want to hear from you!

Immigrants and youth are invited to share their experiences and help shape programs, services, and policies in our community.

📢Immigrant Survey
If you were born outside of Canada and live, work, or study in Waterloo Region, your voice matters.
The survey takes 10–20 minutes to complete and topics include housing, employment, education, health, belonging, discrimination, and community life.

👉 Complete the 2026 Immigrant Survey: https://f.mtr.cool/heyybnezyb

📢Youth Impact Survey
Open to youth ages 9–18 living in Waterloo Region!
🕒 20–30 minutes
👉 Complete the survey at https://f.mtr.cool/orhafdymyy

Both surveys are confidential and available online, with phone, email, and paper options upon request. Multiple languages available.

Over 100 local organizations will use the results to improve services, programs, and funding decisions.
✨ Each survey includes prize draws!

💬 Your story matters. Help shape the future of Waterloo Region
Children and Youth Planning Table

As communities across the world observe Eid al-Adha, we extend our warmest wishes to all who are celebrating in Waterloo Region and beyond.

May this occasion be filled with peace, reflection, and meaningful time with family, friends, and community.

We are in the final stretch of the Immigrant Survey, and we want to hear from you!
So far, 1,592 immigrants in Waterloo Region have shared what matters most to them. We are now just 408 responses away from reaching our goal of 2,000.

This is the final week to take part. Your input helps shape local programs, services, and priorities in our region.
Take a few minutes to complete the survey, help create meaningful change, and enter the prize draw.

Help us reach our goal by sharing this widely with your networks.
Take the survey here: https://f.mtr.cool/awnansqmvl

Our latest newsletter is out now!
Find updates on immigration, upcoming events, and resources, all in one place.
🔗 Read the full newsletter here: https://conta.cc/4tYeSA6

HELP US REACH 2,000 RESPONSES - Waterloo Region Immigrant Survey is CLOSING SOON!
Out of more than 150,000 immigrants in Waterloo Region, 1,281 have told us what matters to them. We want to hear from 800 new voices to reach our goal of 2,000 responses.

There are few days left - complete the survey, influence community change and enter the prize draw:

- The Immigrant Survey is available in Arabic, Chinese, French, Serbian, Spanish, Ukrainian, Tigrinya, and English.
- Take 10–20 minutes to complete the survey and help shape programs, services, and community planning.

Open until May 31.
🔗 Complete the survey: https://tinyurl.com/wris2026
Please share with your networks!

Out of more than 150,000 immigrants in Waterloo Region, 1,281 have told us what matters to them. We want to hear from 800 new voices to reach our goal of 2,000 responses.

There are 10 days left - complete the survey, influence community change and enter the prize draw: https://f.mtr.cool/jurvmvvhbv

International Migration Research Centre

Data tells a story and every voice matters.

Our Executive Director, Tara Bedard, MBA joined CTV News Kitchener to talk about how census information helps organizations better respond to community needs and plan for the future.

See the story here:

How does filling out the census help local organizations? CTV’s Heather Senoran learns how the census can help connect communities to services they need.