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Durham Newcomer Day was a tremendous success! 🎉(Part 2)

Presented by Team Kartik, and sponsored by RBC
Region of Durham

Durham Newcomer Day was a tremendous success! 🎉 (Part 1)
On Saturday, newcomers, families, community partners, and residents gathered in Whitby to celebrate Durham’s first-ever Newcomer Day. The event featured vibrant cultural performances, live music, local exhibitors, a bustling vendor marketplace, and plenty of family-friendly activities.
A heartfelt thank you to the Region of Durham, IRCC, our exhibitors, performers, volunteers, and the entire DENC team whose hard work made this celebration possible. Most importantly, thank you to everyone who joined us and helped create such a welcoming and memorable day for our community.

We're honoured to receive the Best Community Partner Award at the Computek College Graduation Ceremony 2026! 🏆

This award means a lot to our team. It reflects what we've built together: two organizations working side by side to help people in our community gain skills, find work, and move their careers forward.

Thank you, Computek College, for the recognition and for a partnership we truly value. Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

A heartfelt thank you to RBC for their generous support of Durham Newcomer Day 2026.
Your commitment to newcomers and community development helps create opportunities for connection, growth, and belonging across Durham Region. We are grateful to have you as a valued partner in this celebration.

We're proud to join the Region of Durham and IRCC in welcoming newcomers and celebrating the diversity that makes Durham strong.

✨ Today is World Dream Day! ✨

World Dream Day celebrates the power of ideas, goals, and dreams to create positive change in our lives, workplaces, and communities. At DENC, we believe a meaningful career can be the foundation for achieving personal and professional goals. Whether you're exploring a new career, developing new skills, or searching for your next opportunity, every success story begins with a dream and the courage to take the first step.

Durham Newcomer Day 2026, presented by Team Kartik Community Empowerment & Reintegration Centre, is happening this Saturday!
Thank you to Team Kartik for their support and dedication to building a more inclusive and connected community. Their contribution is helping make this celebration possible for newcomers and long-time residents across Durham Region.
Join us this Saturday as we celebrate the diversity and strength of our community.
📅 September 26, 2026
🔗 DurhamImmigration.ca/NewcomerDay
We are proud to join the Region of Durham and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) in bringing this event to our community.
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We were thrilled to welcome over 155 attendees to the Pickering Welcome Centre Open House! Thank you to our community partners for bringing energy and engagement through their interactive booths, and to the employers and partners who joined our Community Blend Networking Session to help create meaningful connections.

A special thank you to our dedicated staff and volunteers whose hard work made this event possible. And of course, thank you to everyone who stopped by, explored our programs and services, asked questions, made connections, and helped make this event such a tremendous success.

We loved meeting you and look forward to continuing to support and celebrate our growing community! 💙

Join our virtual Hiring Immigrant Professional Talent (HIP-T) session, which will give you the opportunity to meet representatives from CPA Ontario. Come prepared to learn more about the
CPA designation and how it can help international accounting professionals build on
their education and experience while advancing their careers in Canada.

Gain insights into certification requirements, pathways to becoming a CPA in Ontario, the application process, and opportunities to expand your professional network.

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What a wonderful afternoon! ✨

Yesterday, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., we had the pleasure of bringing together members, partners, supporters, staff, volunteers, and community leaders for our Annual General Meeting.

The AGM was an opportunity to reflect on the past year's achievements, celebrate the impact we've made together, and look ahead to the exciting opportunities that lie ahead. Most importantly, it was a chance to connect with the people who make our work possible.

Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to such a successful and engaging afternoon. Your support, partnership, and commitment continue to strengthen our organization and the communities we serve.

Here's to another year of growth, collaboration, and impact!

📸 Check out some highlights from the afternoon below.

🎤 Meet Your Host for Durham Newcomer Day!
We're excited to welcome the Lina Zakaria as our MC (Master of Ceremonies) for Durham Newcomer Day 2026.
With her passion for community building and dedication to supporting newcomers, Lina will guide us through a day filled with cultural performances, community connections, and engaging activities for all ages.
Join us as we celebrate the diversity and strength of Durham Region together!
📅 Saturday, September 26, 2026
🕙 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
📍 Region of Durham Headquarters, 605 Rossland Rd E, Whitby
🎟️ Free and open to everyone
🔗 DurhamImmigration.ca/NewcomerDay