The County of Simcoe kicked off its third annual Week of Welcome with a Citizenship Ceremony hosted in partnership with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.
During the ceremony, 36 new Canadians from 14 different countries officially received their Canadian citizenship. Many of them have already been active members of Simcoe County communities while working toward this milestone.
“The County of Simcoe is proud to welcome these new citizens and be among the first to say congratulations on this incredible milestone,” says Warden Basil Clarke. “It was an honour to be asked to host this ceremony in collaboration with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.”
Image provided by the County of Simcoe
This marks the third ceremony hosted by the County since 2023, and it serves as the opening event for the 2025 Week of Welcome, running September 15th – September 19th. The initiative highlights the region’s rich cultural diversity and offers a warm invitation to newcomers.
Throughout the week, residents can take part in educational workshops, social service and job fairs, and Municipal Open Houses designed to foster inclusion and connection.
Full event details can be found here.
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