GPCN offers a wide range of services to assist newcomers with their settlement needs. Accessible in English and French, our services include:

 

Information and Orientation

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This service enables newcomers with information and guidance they need to adapt successfully to their new community.

Under this component, the following services are offered in one-on-one and group sessions:

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• Overview of Canada, life in Alberta and Grande Prairie

• Information on various community resources 

• Settlement services including housing and access to basic needs

• Assistance in registering children for school

• Information on the health care system  and help in finding a family doctor 

• Assistance filling out application for government programs and services

 

Needs Assessment 

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To address their needs, Settlement  Practitioners meet with newcomer individuals/ families to elaborate an integration plan in order to meet their settlement goals.

 

Referrals 

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For specific services not available at GPCN, settlement practitioners make referrals to community agencies and organizations in Grande Prairie.

 

Community Connections

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Through cross-cultural activities and English conversational Club, we facilitate interaction between newcomers and long-time residents of

GrandePrairie. 

 

Support Services

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• Supportive Counseling - Settlement Practitioners assist and guide newcomers with crisis related to

       adaptation to life in Canada.

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• Interpretation and Translation - Staff and volunteers at GPCN speak over 15 languages.

       We also arrange certified translation upon request.

 

Information Sessions 

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We frequently host workshops with relevant topics that educate and empower newcomers in making informed decisions.

 

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Other Services 

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​​​Commissioner of Oath Services

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What are the benefits?

 

• Get to know Canada

• Learn about what it's like to live in Canada

• Be aware of  resources that are available to you to help you settle 

• Increase your community connections

• become an active member of GP community

• Reach your settlement goals

• Root yourself into Canadian society

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