HELPING IMMIGRANTS MAKE PRINCE ALBERT THEIR HOME

Immigrants and refugees living in Prince Albert and the surrounding area will have an easier time accessing the services they need, thanks to a grant provided by the government of Saskatchewan.

Today, the Prince Albert Multicultural Council received $15,000 from the Saskatchewan Immigrant Settlement Assistance Program.

"The provincial government is committed to enhancing the quality of life and strengthening Saskatchewan communities in many ways," Intergovernmental Affairs Minister and Prince Albert MLA Eldon Lautermilch said. "Support of groups such as the Prince Albert Multicultural Council is one way to welcome new families into our communities and help them in their immediate transition."

The Immigrant Settlement Assistance Program provides financial assistance to recognized community agencies that help immigrants and refugees settle into their new surroundings by providing services such as arranging accommodation and providing English as a Second Language (ESL) courses.

The program allows newcomers to fully participate in the benefits of being a resident of Saskatchewan. It also helps build independent families as they become integrated into the workforce and contributing members of the province's economy and society.

"Saskatchewan is a great place to live, work and do business and we want immigrants to be able to experience this first hand," Lautermilch said.

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For More Information, Contact:

Maureen Boyle Government Relations and Aboriginal Affairs Regina Phone: (306)787-5959