Summary
The IPW Council oversees community-level planning, communication among stakeholders, and identifies newcomer needs to enhance economic and social inclusion in Winnipeg. Comprised of representatives from diverse sectors, they foster collaboration and work towards successful newcomer integration, following values of acceptance, trust, and inclusivity. The Council’s efforts aim to develop a Local Settlement Strategy and Action Plan to support the successful integration of newcomers into Winnipeg’s community and economy
Members
- Dr. Rey Pagtakhan, retired politician
- Allana Carlyle from Shared Health
- Louise Simbandumwe from SEED Winnipeg
- Chris Brens, City of Winnipeg
- Marina Marchand from IRCC
- Clayton Sandy, Knowledge Keeper
- Cystal McLeod from United Way Winnipeg
- David Thorn, Senior Manager Consulting Service, and retired Police.
- Seid Oumer Ahmed, MANSO
- Nina Condo from Elmwood Community Resources Centre
- Sylvie Auger from Canadian Heritage, Prairie and Northern Region
- Kate Kehler from Social Planning Council of Winnipeg (IPW’s host)
- Talatu Shopeka from Canadian Heritage, Prairie and Northern Region
- Roselyn Advincula, Immigrant Centre and Philippine Heritage Council
- Sanja Vijayan, Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce
- Mohammad Rezai, Assistant Superintendent of Anti-Racism, Equity and Climate Justice – Winnipeg School Division
