What do we offer to Newcomers?
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
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Information on various community resources
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Settlement services including housing and access to basic needs
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Assistance in registering children for school
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Information on the health care system and help in finding a family doctor
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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?
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Get to know Canada
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Learn about what it's like to live in Canada
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Be aware of resources that are available to you to help you settle
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Increase your community connections
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become an active member of GP community
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Reach your settlement goals
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Root yourself into Canadian society
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