FINAL HOURS: Project Assistant application deadline is NOON TODAY (Dec 12). PT role supporting immigrant integration. Need 2+ yrs experience, strong comms, cross-cultural competency. [email protected] | Subject: Project Assistant

Tomorrow's the deadline for our PT Project Assistant role. Looking for organized, culturally competent person with non-profit experience who wants to support immigrant integration work. 6-month contract, starts Jan. Apply by Dec 12 noon. DM for details.

Free online poetry workshop Dec 17, 6-7pm! Learn writing basics, try creative exercises, hear about our Poetry Book Project. No experience needed. All welcome. Register: buff.ly/nUSd5D2 #LdnOnt #poetry #community

🖊️ Virtual Poetry Writing Workshop – Dec 17, 6-7pm No experience needed. Just bring your stories. Learn poetry basics, try creative exercises, discover the LMLIP Poetry Book Project. Free & online. All welcome. Register:

Historic issue: First-ever I Am Middlesex launch + new data showing where newcomers live across our region, neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Plus: 20+ jobs, free anti-racism workshops, poetry book project. Read:

Diego (DJ Atah) saw a gap in London's Latin music scene and filled it. Self-taught coder. Community builder. Living proof that immigrants enrich our city's culture. "I just think about what I can do, and I do it" Story: buff.ly/zAgTKlN

"I found London to be fertile ground where, if you plant an idea and give it enough care, the community provides the rich soil you need to grow." Karim Ragheb came from Cairo as a student. Now owns pharmacy chain employing 100+. His I Am London story: buff.ly/HOc1DlE

Rishi Deonarine: eavestrough installer → General Manager in 4 years. He's running a multi-million $ operation in Delaware, ON. With 18K local business owners retiring soon, skilled newcomers are the succession solution. buff.ly/Zn60evx #IAmMiddlesex

Kelly Barnes came to London in 2011 and helped create #IAmLondon—14 years of celebrating immigrants who make this city home. "Everyone is building something together here." Her story: buff.ly/wWG6A2d

Dec 10 is Human Rights Day. In Ontario, you're protected from discrimination in employment, housing, and services. Everyone deserves dignity and respect. The Ontario Human Rights Code protects you – knowing your rights matters. ohrc.on.ca #HumanRightsDay #LdnOnt

Hiring: PT Project Assistant for LMLIP (6-month contract, starts Jan 2026) Support immigrant integration work - coordinate councils, manage comms, help organize events. 2+ yrs experience, strong communication, cross-cultural competency needed. Apply by Dec 12 noon. DM for link/details.

Everyone has a unique perspective on what it means to belong. Next week (Dec 17), LMLIP is hosting a free virtual workshop to help you put that perspective into words. We’ll cover basic tips and creative exercises. It's free, online, and open to all skill levels. Register: buff.ly/nUSd5D2

Mostafa Heikal saw a gap where others saw a quiet country road. By opening childcare centers in Arva, Thorndale, and Komoka, he created 50+ jobs and allowed hundreds of parents to return to the workforce. Rural immigration works. Read his story:

Belonging looks different for everyone. What does it look like to you? Join LMLIP for a free, virtual writing workshop on Dec 17 (6–7pm). We’ll do creative exercises to help you find your voice. No prior writing experience is necessary; just bring yourself. Sign up:

From Fanshawe student to Auditor at a major bank. 🎓💼 Mulikat Amodemaja found more than a degree in London—she found a safe place to build her career and family. Now, she mentors other newcomers to help them find their footing. Read her story:

Wishing a peaceful Bodhi Day (Rōhatsu) to all observing in #LdnOnt and #Middlesex! 🌿 Today marks the Buddha's enlightenment: a time for reflection, meditation, and kindness. We are proud to be a community rich in diverse traditions. #LMLIP #WelcomingCommunity

Happy Pansexual Pride Day! 💖💛💙 Today we celebrate our pansexual and panromantic neighbours. Building a Welcoming Community means ensuring everyone feels safe to be their authentic self, regardless of gender or who they love. We see you, and we are glad you are here. #PansexualPride #LdnOnt

Want to learn a new skill before 2025 ends? Join our free Virtual Poetry Workshop on Dec 17 6pm. We'll guide you through creative writing exercises and explain how to submit to the LMLIP Poetry Book Project. Open to all newcomers and community members in #LdnOnt! Register: buff.ly/tYPyTLX

Happy International Volunteer Day! 🌟 We believe that a welcoming community is built by hand, one act of service at a time. To the volunteers supporting newcomers, fighting discrimination, and organizing events across the region: we see you and we appreciate you. Let’s keep building together.

We have a massive gap in rural business leadership as owners retire. Immigrants like Rishi Deonarine are filling that gap. He moved from an entry-level survival job to General Manager of a 50-person company in Delaware. Read the final I Am Middlesex profile:

14 years ago, Kelly Barnes helped launch the #IAmLondon campaign to celebrate newcomers. Today, things come full circle. 🔄 We are highlighting Kelly as the final profile of our 2025 series. From Western PhD student to community leader, read her story:

Every community member has a unique story. 🌍 On Dec 17, we are hosting a Virtual Poetry Workshop to help you put that story into words. We're also looking for submissions for our upcoming Poetry Book! Come write with us. Sign up: buff.ly/tYPyTLX #LdnOnt #Newcomers

Mostafa Heikal saw a business case where others saw a quiet country road. By moving his focus to Middlesex County, he turned a "childcare desert" into a thriving network of centres with 50+ employees. Immigrants build infrastructure. Meet the new face of I Am Middlesex: 🔗

“I found London to be a fertile ground... the community provides the rich soil you need to grow.” Karim Ragheb moved here from Cairo and grew from a student into an employer of 100+ people. He’s improving local access to specialized healthcare. Read his story:

Mulikat moved from Nigeria to London, ON for school. She stayed for the community. Now an Internal Auditor, she helps other newcomers find their footing—from career advice to finding the best cultural foods. Meet Mulikat: buff.ly/HgNylaF #LdnOnt #IAmLondon

Looking for a creative outlet? Join us Dec 17 for a Virtual Poetry Workshop! ✒️ We'll cover writing basics, creative exercises, and details on how to contribute to the LMLIP Poetry Book Project. It's free, online, and beginner-friendly. Sign up:

We can't talk about a "Welcoming Community" without talking about digital spaces. For many newcomers, the internet is their primary connection to home. When that space becomes unsafe due to harassment, the isolation is amplified. Digital violence is real violence. Let's treat it that way.

Slavery didn't disappear; it evolved. Today is the International Day for the Abolition of Slavery. In London/Middlesex, this looks like human trafficking and forced labour. Newcomers are often targeted by exploiters. We must build a city where work is safe and rights are respected. #LdnOnt

Writing poetry is a powerful way to share your story. 📝 Join us online Dec 17 from 6-7pm for a free workshop. We'll learn writing tips, do creative exercises, and discuss the LMLIP Poetry Book Project. No experience necessary. All are welcome! Register:

Happy December! 🗓️ Start the new month with a success story. Mulikat Jadesola Amodemaja shares how she transitioned from international student to Internal Auditor in #LdnOnt. It’s a story about finding peace, safety, and a career you love. buff.ly/HgNylaF #IamLondon #MondayMotivation

Karim Ragheb’s move to London was supposed to be a pit stop. It turned into a home. From Cairo to Canada, he navigated academic challenges to become a pharmacist and entrepreneur. He’s proof that adaptability opens doors and builds bridges. Read Karim's #IAmLondon profile:

Next week, we make history. 🗓️ Join us on Dec 10 at Earl Nichols Arena as we unveil the 2025 "I Am London" cohort and—for the first time ever—launch "I Am Middlesex." Come meet the people building their lives here and celebrate our growing community. Details:

As we observe the 16 Days of Activism, we also reflect on the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Call to Action 41 regarding missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls. Real safety in London and Middlesex requires us to address violence at all intersections. #16Days #MMIWG2S #LdnOnt #TRC

Today is World AIDS Day and the start of Indigenous AIDS Awareness Week. For newcomers and Indigenous Peoples, health equity is a priority. We cannot have a truly welcoming community if shame keeps people from getting care. Let's end the stigma. 🧣 #WorldAIDSDay #LdnOnt #IndigenousHealth

On behalf of the LMLIP, we extend our deepest condolences to Tom and Martin's family. Martin was a valued member of our Employment Sub-council for nearly 10 years. We are grateful for the time and energy he gave to helping newcomers find their footing in London. He will be missed.

Want to make a difference this December? 🤝 Our friends at the London Cross Cultural Learner Centre (CCLC) are hosting a Volunteer Open House tonight! It’s a great chance to see their work up close and find out how you can get involved. ⏰ Tonight @ 6:00 PM 📍 505 Dundas St.

Hanadi Gad’s journey took her from a successful career in Kuwait to a shelter in Strathroy, where she faced the isolation of rural homelessness. She didn't just survive; she became a pillar for others. Now, she's the first face of our "I Am Middlesex" campaign. Read more:

Make Western University your living room this afternoon. 🎶 There are two free concerts starting at 3:00 PM today (Nov 30): A relaxing Piano Studio Recital at von Kuster Hall. The "Elbows Up!" Pop Band concert at Paul Davenport Theatre. No tickets or RSVP required.

Looking for a positive weekend read? 📖 Catch up on the story of Mulikat Jadesola Amodemaja. She shares how she went from being an international student to an Internal Auditor, and why she advocates for London as a city of peace and opportunity. buff.ly/5dgWdXm #LdnOnt #IamLondon

"Voices of Belonging" needs you. ✍️ We are looking for poems from migrants in London and Middlesex about what belonging feels like. You don't need writing experience—just your truth. Find out how to submit or join a free workshop in our latest newsletter: buff.ly/6e8G9n5

Looking for something to do in #LdnOnt today? Western University has three free events running this afternoon and evening: 🎹 2PM: Piano Recital (von Kuster Hall) 🥁 3PM: Salsa Band w/ Fausto Cuevas III (Paul Davenport Theatre) 🎭 6PM: Theatre: Machinal (Conron Hall) All free. All welcome.

It’s #FeatureFriday! 🌟 Meet Mulikat Jadesola Amodemaja. 🎓 Fanshawe Alum 💼 Internal Auditor 🤝 Community Mentor She proves that with hard work and a welcoming community, you can build a life you love in #LdnOnt. Read her story: buff.ly/5dgWdXm #IamLondon #LMLIP

Introducing I Am Middlesex. Our first profile is Hanadi Gad. She faced rural homelessness and isolation in Strathroy, but she didn't freeze. She started over. Now working and studying at 52, she builds community through food and kindness. Her story:

We are moving beyond the numbers to see our community in new ways. Meet Hanadi Gad in our first "I Am Middlesex" profile, see where newcomers are living, and find out how to submit your poems to our "Voices of Belonging" project. ✍️ Read the latest Round Up here: buff.ly/6e8G9n5

We want to hear from you. 🗣️ Has the LMLIP Round Up helped you find a job, a volunteer role, or a free service? We are gathering stories to help improve the newsletter. Reply here or check the newsletter for how to send us a message!

"If you are looking for a place that is peaceful, welcoming, and full of opportunity, you should strongly consider staying in London." Mulikat Jadesola Amodemaja explains why London was the perfect choice for her career and family. Read more: buff.ly/5dgWdXm #LdnOnt #IamLondon

Missed the Round Up? Here is what you need to know: 🏠 Renters can apply for down payment help (up to $25k). 💼 NWLRC and SLNRC are hiring for multiple positions. 💰 Canada Summer Jobs funding is open for employers. Get the details here:

"These connections have made London feel like home." Mulikat Jadesola Amodemaja didn't just find a job in London; she found a family among friends from diverse backgrounds. See how community support helped her transition from student to professional: buff.ly/5dgWdXm #LdnOnt #IamLondon

Good morning #LdnOnt! The new Round Up is live. We are celebrating London's designation as a Welcoming Francophone Community! 🇫🇷🇨🇦 Plus: Apply for our Leadership Council Housing down payment help Read it all here:

History isn't just dusty books. It's happening now. 📖 Immigrants have shaped London & Middlesex for generations. From starting businesses to strengthening our schools, newcomers build our community's future every day. This #CanadaHistoryWeek, let's celebrate the new chapters being written. #LdnOnt