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Agenda

Central Council Date and Time: January 28, 2013 5:00 – 6:30 pm

Meeting Location: Kiwanis Conference Room 78 Riverside Drive

Time Item Description

5:00

5:30

5:35

5:40

5:40

6:20

6:25

6:30

Networking

Co-Chairs’ Opening Remarks – Elisabeth/Kelly

Adoption of Previous Minutes – November 26, 2012

Additions to Agenda

Updates and Actions from Previous Business

I. Advocacy and Outreach Task Group (Information/Discussion) – Vicki

LMLIP Community Event

II. LMLIP Communication Strategy (Information/Approval) – Dev

Media Partnerships –Terms of Reference with Rogers TV (Draft)

III. Recruitment Task Group (Information/Approval) – Shamara

IV. Highlights from Sub-councils (Information/Discussion)

A. LMLIP Education Sub-council – Muriel

B. LMLIP Employment Sub-council – Anne

C. LMLIP Health and Wellbeing Sub-council – Corinne

D. LMLIP Inclusion and Civic Engagement Sub-council – Valy

E. LMLIP Justice and Protection Services Sub-council – Yahya

F. LMLIP Settlement Sub-council – Mohamed

Pathways to Prosperity Project – Vicki

Co-Chairs’ Closing Summary and Review of Action Items – Elisabeth/Kelly

Adjourn


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Next Meeting Location and Date: February 25 2013, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Kiwanis Conference Room

Minutes LMLIP Central Council Date and Time:

January 28, 2013, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Meeting Location: Conference Room Kiwanis Seniors’ Community Centre 78 Riverside Drive

Present: Muriel Abbott, Mohamed Al-Adeimi, Saad

Aldin, Ahmed Yahya Ali, Shamara Baidoobonso, Jean-Simon Cantin, Vicki Esses, Huda Hussein, Grace Johnson, Anne Langille, Shawn Luo, Valy Marochko, Kelly McManus, Randy Meyer, Naeem Qureshi, German Gutierrez-Sanin, Ria Urbi, Elisabeth White

Regrets: Jo-Ann Hutchison , Dev Sainani, Corinne

Walsh

Absent: None

Item Description

Information,

Update, Action,

Lead and Due

Date

1. Co-Chair’s Opening Remarks:

Kelly welcomed the Council and Grace as new member. Grace introduced

herself and shared that she is currently employed as a job developer with

London Employment Help Centre (LEHC).

Kelly also welcomed back Randy Meyer from Citizenship and Immigration

Canada (CIC). Jean-Simon bid farewell to the Council as he has accepted a

new role in CIC-Hamilton. LMLIP files would be handed over to Randy.

Council thanked Jean-Simon for his support and wished him well.


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Elisabeth informed that a high-level Year 4 work plan for LMLIP was

submitted to CIC in January 2013. While the new year officially starts in

September 2013, planning would be ongoing as we approach the fourth year.

The work plan mentioned that the work of the six Sub-councils will continue,

themes will be retained and Council structure will be reviewed. We will also

keep advancing the work of LMLIP. Kelly noted LMLIP has built strong

successes in the past years and will continue to enhance them recognizing

that Sub-councils drive most of our activity.

Sub-councils will

develop their Year

4 work plans and

will be shared

with LMLIP

Central Council in

a future meeting.

2. Adoption of Previous Minutes

Valy corrected the acronym for Cross Cultural Learner Centre which should

be CCLC.

Motion to approve the November 26, 2012 Minutes as amended was moved

by Naeem, seconded by German and approved.

3. Additions to Agenda: None

4. Updates and Actions from Previous Business

Advocacy Task Group – LMLIP Community Event

Vicki shared the agenda for the March 27, 2013 LMLIP Community Event to

be held at Best Western Lamplighter Inn. Topics for the event are:

- Policy changes by an Immigration Officer from CIC

- Attraction and retention of international students by President Amit

Chakma, Western University, followed by a panel of international

students

- Peer mentorship discussed by a panel of new Canadians

- Meeting medical needs of immigrants by Dr. Pauline Duke,

Memorial University, St. John’s, followed by a panel

For the international students panel discussion we are inviting students from

the Sub-councils and also from Fanshawe College through Kim Checetto

(Director, ESL Insititute) to participate.

A panel of service providers from London will also speak after Dr. Duke’s

presentation to talk about making healthcare available to newcomers and

immigrants in our community.

Kelly also asked Council on how they plan to highlight and celebrate the work

of the Sub-councils, apart from the acknowledgements that would be given at


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the start and end of the program. Suggestions included:

- A short video that will present the LMLIP story

- Set up displays around the room for each sub-council which

attendees would be able to view during breaks

Both suggestions were supported as the video will provide a visual element,

and display booths would be a place for guests to go to during breaks and

learn from. These are great opportunities to recognize the volunteers and

also to educate the community about the work that has been done, including

the importance of working together. Featuring 1-2 projects for each Sub-

council was suggested.

This will also be an opportunity to refresh the interest in the Sub-councils and

invite people to join LMLIP. The products could be featured in the display, as

well volunteers to speak to the guests visiting the display.

Council felt that these tools are sufficient to recognize the work of the Sub-

councils. Kelly noted the participation of the Sub-councils to develop the

material to be displayed and volunteers to staff their respective booths. Huda

suggested for a template to be filled out so information to be presented is

consistent across the six Sub-councils.

Kelly informed that invitations will be sent to Council and requested to share it

with their networks. There is no cost to the event and everyone who has an

interest in immigrant issues will be invited to attend. Kelly acknowledged the

support from CIC and thanked Vicki, Shamara, Naeem and Valy from the

advocacy task group.

Suggestions to be

incorporated as

feasible.

Staff will send

invitations on

February 1, 2013.

LMLIP Communication Strategy

Kelly noted that there is considerable progress made on advancing the

communication strategy - in communicating about LMLIP and our role in the

community. While the development of the work plan is organic, Council also

agreed that it is time to raise LMLIP’s profile. In recent months, the

multimedia task group met with Londoner, London Free Press and Rogers TV

to explore opportunities. Early fruits of these meetings were shown in the

positive print media coverage of the DVD launch of “London: A Newcomer’s

Story”.

Task group reconvened and decided to pursue the opportunity with Rogers

TV who was keen on increasing representation of communities they serve.

They expressed interest to develop a more diverse content and multilingual

programming. As such, the task group developed a Terms of Reference

(draft) to provide a framework for the partnership and this was shared with


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Council. The group proposes a multi-year partnership and programming that

will integrate into Rogers TV’s existing programming. This document was

also shared with communications experts who felt that the proposal was

reasonable to be presented to Rogers TV. Kelly noted that this work is part of

LMLIP’s evolution and in advancing the LMLIP brand. Task group will be

meeting with Rogers and asked Council for input.

Council was receptive to the proposed partnership. Suggestion made to add

impact on host community as outcome, in addition to ethno-cultural

communities. German also saw an opportunity with a video graphing

community that has received international awards for its documentaries.

German offered to make the connection.

Given the limited resources, suggestions made to work with Fanshawe media

students and explore offering an internship program. Caution noted to

consider permanent (paid) workers versus volunteers recognizing the limited

availability of volunteers.

Kelly thanked everyone for their input and Dev for his contributions to the task

group.

Recruitment Task Group

Shamara informed that two applications from the Francophone community

were received and group decided to recommend Gaston Mabaya, Executive

Director of ACFO de London Sarnia. Motion to approve Gaston’s application

was made by German, seconded by Yahya and approved.

Sub-council Progress Report

LMLIP Education Sub-council - Muriel noted that the Sub-council has started

planning for next year’s activities.

Support for Students work group will be revisiting the Strategic

Plan and will be reworking the themes.

While the position paper regarding equity, inclusion and

diversity training of pre-service teachers has been submitted,

there remains an opportunity to plan activities for existing

teachers.

The Support for Parents work group will be presenting to two

more conferences in Spring 2013. Group will also discuss

about translating the “Welcoming All Voices” resource given

the interest from the Francophone school board.

Staff will update the language in the Terms of Reference.

Task group will

initiate

conversation with

Rogers TV.

Update will be

provided in the

next meeting.

Staff will circulate Gaston’s bio to Council.


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LMLIP Employment Sub-council - Anne noted that the Sub-council is

wrapping up this year’s goals which includes:

Enhancing communications and connections with

employers

Completing the flowchart re: job-seeking process. Outline

is done and group will be moving into adding the links to

the resources for each process. The flowchart will be

available on the Immigration Portal but will also apply to

Canadian jobseekers.

Coordinating with WISE 5 Project. Sub-council will be

meeting with Steve Pellarin to learn what activities are

being undertaken and how the Sub-council can support it.

Continuing with the social media campaign. Information

from LMIEC and quotes for the mentorship program are

currently being communicated.

Group has also started planning for Year 4. Much of the activities will remain

the same for the next year. Anne noted the importance of information-sharing

given that all the key players in economic growth and employment in London

are involved with the Sub-council. Group is also anticipating the launch of the

Labour Market Information Knowledge System (LMIKS) which would help in

recruitment and retention of immigrant workers.

LMLIP Health and Wellbeing Sub-council

Huda shared that Accessibility to Interpretation work group

has engaged partners from London Intercommunity Health

Centre, Middlesex-London Health Unit, Across Languages,

London Health Sciences Centre, etc. and reaching out to

more. They are inviting agencies to present their policy and

procedures on professional interpretation which would be

used to draft recommendations for healthcare

interpretation.

A community forum for Seeds of Change Project was held

last December 4th and was well-attended by immigrants,

faith groups and service-providers. There is also a new

Project Coordinator. Funding is currently being sought to

continue work in 2013.

Huda also noted that the group has identified some

activities for next year and will discuss this further in the


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next meeting.

LMLIP Inclusion Civic Engagement Sub-council – Valy reported that the Sub-

council has likewise started planning for 2014:

The DVD group will continue distributing the DVD and will

be developing an accompanying resource or

communication tool that will provide more context to the

DVD and recommendations on how it could be used.

Huda mentioned that the group is also planning to

measure impact of the DVD and will be developing a tool

to measure and evaluate.

The DVD group will continue to champion newcomer

stories through the partnership with Fanshawe Pioneer

Village. This would involve an exhibit running from the

Trillium Community Gallery from September to December

2013. It would showcase stories of newcomers and

resources that would help them integrate. Valy noted that

this complements LMLIP’s Communication Strategy.

The Immigrant Leadership group will continue and is

planning for a networking event sometime in April or May

2013.

LMLIP Justice and Protection Services Sub-council - Yahya reported that:

Two focus groups from the Vietnamese and Karen

communities have been completed for the Immigrant

Community Capacity Engagement Project. Fifty-nine

participants were engaged. Curriculum on the justice

system is being developed.

Newcomer Outreach materials that were adapted from

Toronto Police Service is completed. Last year, London

Police Service adapted the brochure, and Thames Valley

District School Board committed to the DVD and a lesson

plan to go with the brochure. London Police and Thames

Valley District School Board (TVDSB) Adult Education

partnered to develop the DVD and completed the work.

Lesson plan has been adapted by TVDSB Adult Education.

The Sub-council is reviewing the Risk Assessment Tool

(draft) prepared by the work group which is meant to

assess multiple risks or barriers to successful integration. It

will be shared with service providers for their input.


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Members were requested to review the Strategic Plan to

identify activities for next year.

LMLIP Settlement Sub-council - Mohamed informed that:

The Powerpoint presentation prepared by the Engaging

Landlords and Tenants work group is nearing completion.

The copy was shared with Community Legal Services,

Western University and to the consulting group which

includes a member from the Landlord and Tenant Board,

for their input.

Group is planning how to disseminate the information.

They are currently putting together a proposal to

Community Legal Education Ontario – Connecting

Communities Project to train frontline workers to deliver

accurate legal housing information to newcomers. In

addition to the training material, a video will be developed

that can be shared provincially. ACFO is leading the

application, in partnership with CCLC, LUSO Community

Services, South London Neighbourhood Resource Centre,

and Community Law School, Community Legal Services

and Pro Bono Students Canada.

The Family Settlement Collaborative continues to deliver

information to newcomers of the LINC Program in South

London. They have presented to ESL Leads in TVDSB on

January 23, 2013 to engage teachers in having workshops

in their classes, and will also be presenting to the TESL

London Spring Conference on April 6, 2013.

The inventory of programs and services for seniors is

complete and will be shared with Vicki for mapping. The

final copy will be posted on the Immigration Portal.

Pathways to Prosperity Project

Vicki shared that a new website will be launched soon and will be sending the

link. Welcoming Communities Initiative will be archived.

5. New Business: None

6. Co-Chair’s Closing Summary and Review of Action Items.

Elisabeth thanked Council and noted the cross-over between the groups and


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broader work in the community. The linkages highlights LMLIP’s relevance in

the community.

Elisabeth also reminded about the March 27, 2013 LMLIP Community event

and encouraged Council to think about the display and plan with the Sub-

councils for Year 4 activities.

7. Adjourn

Motion to adjourn was made by Valy and approved. Meeting adjourned at

6:30 pm.

8. Next Meeting Location and Date

February 25, 2013, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm



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Agenda

LMLIP Central Council Date and Time: February 25, 2013 5:00 – 6:30 pm

Meeting Location: Kiwanis Senior Centre 78 Riverside Dr.


5:00

5:15

5:20

5:25

5:25

5:30

6:05

Networking and Light Supper


Students from Western University - Department of Film Studies to film

LMLIP Central Council in session

Adoption of Previous Minutes – January 28, 2013

Additions to Agenda



LMLIP Community Event Update (Information) – Huda

LMLIP Communication Strategy (Information) – Dev

Highlights from Sub-councils (Information/Discussion)

sequence of reporting to be determined by drawing lots

LMLIP Education Sub-council – Muriel

LMLIP Employment Sub-council – Anne

LMLIP Health and Wellbeing Sub-council – Corinne

LMLIP Inclusion and Civic Engagement Sub-council – Valy

LMLIP Justice and Protection Services Sub-council – Yahya

LMLIP Settlement Sub-council – Mohamed

Draft LMLIP 2013-2016 Strategic Plan & Year 4 Implementation Plan


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6:25

6:30

(Information/Discussion) - Huda


Adjourn

Next Meeting Location and Date: March 25, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Kinsmen Recreation Centre


February 25, 2013, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Meeting Location: Conference Room Kiwanis Seniors’ Community Centre 78 Riverside Drive


Aldin, Ahmed Yahya Ali, Shamara Baidoobonso, Andrea Brown, Vicki Esses, Huda Hussein, Anne Langille, Gaston Mabaya, Kelly McManus, Randy Meyer, Naeem Qureshi, Dev Sainani, German Gutierrez-Sanin, Rose Ricci, Ria Urbi, Corinne Walsh, Elisabeth White

Regrets: Grace Johnson, Valy Marochko, Shawn Luo

Absent: Jo-Ann Hutchison

Guest: Piotr Krygiel, Kevin Raposo and Philipp

Leibovs

Item Description

Information,

Update, Action,

Lead and Due

Date

1.Co-Chair’s Opening Remarks:

Elisabeth welcomed the Council and noted the filming of the Council in

session by students from the Department of Film Studies at Western

The video will be

shared with


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University. As suggested by Council, a video about LMLIP is being developed

for sharing at the community event. Elisabeth welcomed Kevin and Philipp

who are assisting in the production as part of our partnership with Western

University - Community Service Learning program. A new photo of LMLIP

Central Council will also be taken.

Elisabeth also welcomed Gaston Mabaya, new member at large and Rose

Ricci, new CIC Program Officer and Andrea Brown, LMLIP Inclusion and

Civic Engagement Sub-council Vice Chair. Kelly also introduced Piotr Krygiel,

United Way intern who was sitting in to observe the meeting.

Kelly recognized three members of the Council who received the Queen’s

Diamond Jubilee award: Dev, Mohamed and Shamara. Council congratulated

them on their achievement.

Council prior to

showing at the

event.


Mohamed corrected spelling of President Amit Chakma on page 2.

Motion to approve the January 28, 2013 minutes as amended was moved by

Naeem, seconded by Muriel and approved.

3.Additions to Agenda

Dev requested to share a non-LMLIP information item.

4. Pathways to Prosperity Project

Vicki reported that project proposals are now posted on the new website

(p2pcanada.ca). Vicki encouraged Council to visit the website and provide

feedback.

A project proposal was also to the Ontario Sport and Recreation

Communities Fund (OSRCF) in partnership with LMLIP Health & Wellbeing

Sub-council. The proposal is to promote physical activity and sport

participation among immigrant youth through the provision of information and

social support using youth-friendly channels. The project will be in

collaboration with other Local Immigration Partnerships in Ontario: North Bay,

Ottawa, and York. The final proposal is due on March 19, 2013.

Lastly, Pathways is sponsoring three conferences for Francophone

communities. Information is also available on the website.

5.Updates and Actions from Previous Business


Huda reported that four panelists for the health theme are

Council was

requested to

circulate invitation


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confirmed. They are representatives from Middlesex-London

Health Unit, London Intercommunity Health Centre, London Cross

Cultural Learner Centre and a medical student from Western

University.

Panelists for international students theme are being recruited from

Western thanks to Shamara and Vicki. Elisabeth noted that

Fanshawe College is now also involved.

The London Middlesex Immigrant Employment Council is

arranging panelists and facilitator for the employment theme.

Displays

Huda requested Sub-council Chairs to think about the information they want

to show on the displays. Muriel asked whether a handout should be

developed to complement the information on the display. Anne suggested

using the Ontario Works model where volunteers engaged in a conversation

with the participants visiting the booths.


Ria reported that the task group met with Rogers TV who was receptive to

the proposed programming partnership. Upon the advice of Bob Smith,

Station Manager, staff explored the website which listed opportunities for an

appearance on an existing show, local event coverage and a show. With the

upcoming community event, there is opportunity for us to ask Rogers to cover

our event. There are also opportunities for a show given the interest from

LMLIP Employment Sub-council for an immigrant employment-related topic.

Dev added that Rogers agreed that having programs that will integrate into

existing shows is feasible. There is an interest to partner for a multilingual

programming through Horizons which is similar to Mosaic except that it is

targeted to a specific ethno-cultural community and aired in their first

language. Rogers is flexible on what LMLIP is prepared to commit to and they

will provide the technical expertise and production resources.

Sub-council Progress Report

LMLIP Health and Wellbeing Sub-council –

Corinne reported that the group started planning for Year 4

activities. The work group on Shared Space collected

information and planning to develop a resource, possibly a

policy template to inform about the process in obtaining space.

The group is also interested in supporting refugee health and

physical health of newcomers and immigrants. As mentioned

by Vicki, a proposal was submitted to Ontario Sport and

to their networks.

Project team will

also engage the

media.

Huda will send

information

related to logistics

and display

templates to

Chairs by end of

this week.

Staff will submit

the proposal for

local event

coverage.

Task group will

continue to

explore the

avenues and plan

accordingly.


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Recreation Communities Fund (OSRCF) by Pathways to

Prosperity Project with LIPs to promote physical health and

sport participation among immigrant youth.

LMLIP Inclusion and Civic Engagement Sub-council

Andrea noted that the media and engagement work group is

planning on a social media campaign called “I Am London”.

This will feature “faces” of London on posters and will be

circulated via social media. The faces will be immigrants from

various ethno-cultural communities and group is planning to

make a general call-out to the community for interested

participants. Group will continue to finalize the work plan with

regards to required resources.

The immigrant leadership work group met with London

Heritage Council and learned that they are developing a DVD

targeting immigrant leaders. Recognizing the similarity, the

group is planning to partner and share footage with the

Heritage Council. While the video is being developed

specifically for arts and culture, the group is also being given

an opportunity to ask a list of questions to the video

participants. Furthermore, the group will continue to work on

the networking event of immigrant leaders on June 18, 2013

where additional filming for the video is also being planned.

LMLIP Settlement Sub-council

Mohamed shared that the inventory of programs and services

for seniors is completed. He noted that healthline.ca was

useful and an updated source of information that helped in

completing the inventory. Vicki is working to engage Migrations

& Ethnic Relations students to map the inventory.

The Family Settlement Collaborative continues to deliver

workshops to LINC students and going to places where gaps

are identified. The group submitted their proposal for the TESL

Spring Conference. Mohamed thanked Muriel for leading the

application. Both will work on the presentation for the

conference.

Engaging Landlords and Tenants work group is putting

together a proposal together led by ACFO de London Sarnia

to be submitted to Community Legal Education Ontario

(Connecting Communities Project). The proposal is about

training frontline workers to provide accurate legal information

on housing to newcomers.

LMLIP Justice & Protection Services Sub-council

Staff will connect

Dev and Andrea

regarding the

possibility of

involving Rogers

TV.


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Yahya reported that workshops are currently delivered to

Karen and Vietnamese communities under the Immigrant

Community Capacity Engagement Project. They have

engaged about 10 volunteers from both communities. The

materials have also been translated to Arabic and Spanish for

future use by these communities.

LMLIP Education Sub-council

Muriel noted that work of various work groups continues and

will refine Year 4 activities in the upcoming March meeting.

The Support for Parents work group recently provided a

workshop to the Thames Valley District School Board Parent

Involvement Committee (TVPIC) Conference. A compressed

version of the toolkit was presented and was well-received by

parent leaders.

LMLIP Employment Sub-council

Anne noted that the work group developing the roadmap on

the job-seeking process will be meeting tomorrow to resolve

technical and content issues. The interactive roadmap will be

completed soon and will be made available online.

Group will continue to plan on strategies for next year, noting

the strong affinity among members to connect with

organizations in the field of economic growth and employment.

6.LMLIP 2013-2016 Strategic Plan & Year 4 Implementation Plan (Draft)

Huda reminded that the implementation plan is a work in progress and the six

Sub-councils will develop this further in the upcoming March meetings.

The LMLIP Strategic Plan for the Central Council uses themes based on the

2010 Community Immigrant Strategic Plan that will be measured against

Citizenship and Immigration Canada anticipated outcomes. Huda encouraged

Council to think about activities under each theme and strategic partnerships

that will help us advance each item.

Some of the feedback were to:

Evaluate what has been achieved in the plan, identify

remaining gaps and opportunities

Consider the changes in demographics and politics and its

implications on immigration

Explore a logic model to help us measure and evaluate

activities

Conduct an environmental scan to inform us in mapping the

Completed

implementation

plans will be

shared in the next

meeting.

Project Team will

incorporate ideas

as feasible and

bring


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plan

Work with researchers (Pathways to Prosperity Project,

Migration & Ethnic Relations) to conduct an environmental

scan

Continue to engage and partner with media

Update the directory of services for newcomers and

immigrants in London and Middlesex

Expand our reach to the community using existing

communication tools such as the portal and social media

With the current plan expiring in September 2013, Kelly requested Council to

think about the process to engage the community and obtain endorsement for

the next 3-year strategic plan.

recommendations

in the next

meeting.

This concept will

also be

introduced on

March 27 at the

community event.

7.New Business

Dev invited Council to the play he is a part of entitled “The 39 Steps” in Grand

Theatre on March 7, 2013.


Elisabeth thanked Council for their participation. The six Sub-councils will

continue to work on the Year 4 Implementation Plans and plan on how to

involve the community in developing the next 3-year strategic plan. Elisabeth

and Kelly will connect with Vicki for the environmental scan and would

engage employers in the process.

9.Adjourn

Motion to adjourn was made by Yahya and approved. Meeting adjourned at

6:30 pm.

10.Next Meeting Location and Date

March 25, 2013 meeting is cancelled. Next meeting is scheduled on:

April 29, 2013, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Kinsmen Recreation Centre, Room 4


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Agenda LMLIP Central Council Date and Time: April 29, 2013

5:00 – 6:30 pm Meeting Location: Room 4, Kinsmen Recreation Center 20 Granville Street


5:00

5:15

5:25

5:30

5:30

5:35

5:45

5:55

6:00

6:25



LMLIP Community Event – Debrief

Terms of Reference – Review the Co-Chair position

Adoption of Previous Minutes – February 25, 2013

Additions to Agenda

LMLIP Community Achievement Report April 1, 2012 – March 31, 2013 – Draft

(Information/Discussion/Approval) – Huda

Survey on Services Available for Immigrants in London and Middlesex

(Information/Discussion) – Vicki

Community Immigrant Strategic Plan 2013-2016 (Information/Discussion) – Huda



LMLIP Communication Strategy (Information) – Ria





LMLIP Inclusion and Civic Engagement Sub-council – Andrea





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6:30 Adjourn

Next Meeting Location and Date: May 27, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Room 4, Kinsmen Recreation Centre


April 29, 2013, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Meeting Location: Room 4, Kinsmen Recreation Centre 20 Granville Street


Aldin, Ahmed Yahya Ali, Shamara Baidoobonso, Andrea Brown, Vicki Esses, Huda Hussein, Grace Johnson, Anne Langille, Gaston Mabaya, Kelly McManus, Naeem Qureshi, Dev Sainani, Ria Urbi, Corinne Walsh, Elisabeth White

Regrets: Shawn Luo, Valy Marochko, Rose Ricci

Absent: German Gutierrez-Sanin, Jo-Ann Hutchison

Guest: Andrew Lockie

Item Description

Information,

Update,

Action, Lead

and Due Date

1.Co-Chair’s Opening Remarks:

Elisabeth welcomed Andrew Lockie, CEO of United Way London & Middlesex,

and Andrea Brown, Vice Chair of LMLIP Inclusion & Civic Engagement to the

meeting.

Group bid farewell to Kelly and thanked her for her vital contributions in the

formation and evolution of LMLIP.


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Terms of Reference

Council reviewed the Terms of Reference as per the commitment made to

Council in 2011. With Kelly’s departure, Council discussed the Co-chair position

and the role of United Way.

Elisabeth noted that Council needs to review the Terms of Reference in the

following months and in the interim, United Way is open in continuing its support

of the Co-chair position. Andrew reiterated United Way will continue its support

either through Kelly’s successor or any other forms that Council may recommend.

Andrew also noted that the work of the LMLIP aligns with United Way’s

Beginnings & Transitions impact area.

Anne mentioned that it would be timely to begin the discussions on the current

governance model as part of the evolution of LMLIP and that other governance

model may be considered.

Elisabeth also noted that some aspects in the current Terms of Reference with

regard to supporting the Co-chair’s position need to be revisited.

After some discussion, Council agreed to establish a Work Group to review and

bring recommendations to the next Council’s meeting.

A work group comprising of Dev, Anne, Vicki, Naeem, Corinne and Elisabeth was

formed


Kelly mentioned that close to 300 individuals participated at the LMLIP

Community Event on March 27, 2013 at Best Western Plus Lamplighter Inn &

Conference Centre. Council noted the:

- Great turnout from the community

- Good quality of speakers, highly engaging

- Great organization and timing

Anne noted that the presentation on Immigration Program and Policies was useful

in terms of informing the development of our plan for the Sub-councils. Anne also

encouraged Council to review a recently published paper by Naomi Alboim, on

policy changes and the potential impact of these changes.

Elisabeth reminded that LMLIP functions as a local planning body that maximizes

existing community resources to improve the outcomes for immigrants. Educating

the community on current issues is part of the advocacy role of this Council and

we will continue to advance our work locally and use other vehicles without

endorsing a specific point of view. Anne also noted that we will continue to work

differently to meet the needs.

Staff to

coordinate

meeting and

group to

update

Council at the

next meeting.

Paper to be

shared

electronically

with the

Council.


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Kelly thanked staff for the support and everyone who had a role to play in the

success of the community event. Huda informed that the feedback from the

electronic survey is included in the 2012-2013 Community Achievement Report.

Elisabeth noted that the community event is a culmination of a lot of work by the

community.

2.Adoption of Previous Minutes

Motion to approve the February 25, 2013 minutes as amended was moved by

Naeem, seconded by Shamara and approved.

3.Additions to Agenda: None

4.LMLIP Community Achievement Report

Huda requested feedback on the Community Achievement Report that was

shared earlier, for any missing information regarding projects or

acknowledgments to an individual/organization. Huda also informed that the

report will be shared with the community and other Local Immigration

Partnerships in Ontario. Kelly noted the report shows our accountability and

transparency to the community that we serve. Kelly thanked staff for preparing the

report and the Sub-councils for their work.

5.Survey on Services Available for Immigrants in London and Middlesex

Vicki discussed the draft questionnaire for service-providers that was earlier

shared with Council. Vicki also mentioned that:

- One of the concerns in the previous survey is determining the services

provided by the agencies. One way to address this is by asking them

to identify whether it is a core or occasional service (definition of the

terms will be included)

- Percentage of their clients who are immigrants will be asked

- Will include definition of seniors, adults, etc.

- Will include questions about LMLIP to help identify outcomes

Anne also thought to survey immigrants receiving the services through an internal

survey from the agencies or focus groups. Vicki noted that in a recent study in

Alberta, it was found that less than 50% of newcomers are accessing the

services. Shamara mentioned that some immigrants do not feel the need to

access the services. Mohamed also related the survey with policy changes

implemented by CIC.

Council was

asked to send

electronic

feedback to

Huda by May

3, 2013.

Otherwise,

the report will

be

considered

final.


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Based on the discussions, it was decided that a survey to both service providers

and immigrants will be conducted. Vicki requested for volunteers to join the work

group. Shamara, Saad, Anne, Muriel, Andrea, Corinne and Huda will join the work

group.

6.Community Immigrant Strategic Plan 2013-2016

Huda discussed the draft outline for LMLIP 2013-2016 Strategic Plan. This was

drafted based on community input from the March 27 Event and five Sub-councils

that met in April. The five themes (Supports and Services for Immigrants,

Communication and Access to Information, Host Community, Supports for

Service Providers and Advocacy/Systemic Change) from the 2010 Community

Immigrant Strategic Plan were retained. This time, however, we are framing our

work based on CIC anticipated outcomes.

Sub-councils will identify activities for the next three years in the June meetings.

The updated Community Immigrant Strategic Plan will be shared with the

community in August 2013 prior to submitting to CIC. Huda asked Council to think

of activities that Council would pursue in the next three years.

The Year Four Implementation Plan for the Central Council and six Sub-councils

was also shared at the meeting.

7.Pathways to Prosperity Project

Vicki reported that she attended an Information and Orientation meeting in

Ottawa. At the meeting, CIC seemed to be keen on setting national standards for

group orientations.



Ria reported that she had been working with Martin Withenshaw and Jennifer

Hollis from LMLIP Employment Sub-council and Dana Bekri from LMLIP Inclusion

& Civic Engagement (ICE) Sub-council to discuss opportunities in existing

programming of Rogers TV. LMLIP is planning to produce shows with Rogers TV

to engage the host community and inspire newcomers by communicating the

contributions of immigrants in London, as well to encourage our community to be

more inclusive and welcoming.

The Employment Sub-council is planning to do a show on Community

Connections to share success stories of the LMIEC Mentorship for Immigrant

Employment Program and inspire Londoners to volunteer as mentors. The ICE

Sub-council will also be looking for an opportunity in Daytime London to talk about

the “I am London” social media campaign of inspiring stories of proud and

engaged immigrants. Ria will continue to work with Rogers TV and LMLIP

Staff will

coordinate

the meeting.

Council will

review and

give feedback

at the next

meeting.


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volunteers to roll out the shows in June.

LMLIP Video – Western Community Service Learning (Film) students

The video that was prepared by the film students was viewed by the Project Team

and it did not seem to reflect our intent/purpose for having the video. Staff will be

connecting with the students again to see if they can adjust the film to meet our

needs for the video.

Highlights from Sub-councils

LMLIP Education Sub-council – Muriel shared that Support for Parents work

group presented at the Child and Youth Network Literacy Conference and the

Ontario Federation of Home and School Associations Conference in April. Sub-

council also had a good discussion on the themes for the next 3-years, with top

priorities being Host Community, Advocacy/Systemic Change. Two new members

were welcomed at the last meeting and potentially three more in June.

LMLIP Employment Sub-council – Anne noted that the Sheila Carson from

Thames Valley District School Board and who represents the LMLIP Education

Sub-council on the Employment and Education Committee had been in touch with

her and will continue to work together to look at opportunities re: Labour Market

Information Training. The roadmap to employment is the big project for the next

year as the group continues to work on the technology and content of the

resource. The sharing of success stories of the LMIEC Mentorship Program will

also be carried out through the project with Rogers TV.

LMLIP Health and Wellbeing Sub-council – Corinne shared feedback from one

member regarding the community event. While the individual felt it was important

to recognize the contributions of international students, it was also important to

address issues of immigrants who already have settled in the community. Corinne

also mentioned that Adrienne Small presented about the Family Centres in

London which gave an opportunity for members to learn more about the facility

and how it helps to connect immigrants to our community. Sub-council is

continuing working on identified projects for Year 4.

LMLIP Inclusion and Civic Engagement Sub-council

Andrea noted that there were three new members who (re)joined the Sub-council.

The Sub-council is moving forward in preparing for the Trillium Gallery Exhibit with

Fanshawe Pioneer Village and the networking event for immigrant leaders on

June 18. Information about the culture pass and a video prepared with the London

Arts Council will be shared at the June 18 event.


Mohamed reported that the implementation plan for Year 4 was endorsed by the

Sub-council and work groups will continue to move forward. Two new members

were also welcomed. Mohamed also mentioned that he and Muriel presented at


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the TESL Spring Conference where they presented about the Family Settlement

Collaborative and the work of the LMLIP.


Yahya reported that work groups are continuing to move forward with the projects.

At the last meeting, he presented about the Somali community as part of the

group’s intention to learn more about the needs of newcomer communities

especially in the area of justice and protection services and deliver services

accordingly.

9. New Business: None


Elisabeth reminded that:

- Staff will coordinate meetings of the two new work groups re:

Terms of Reference and Survey on Immigrant Services.

- 2013-2016 Strategic Plan will be the focus of future meetings

- Feedback on 2012-2013 Community Achievement Report are

requested by May 3, 2013

11. Adjourn

Meeting was adjourned at 6:30 pm


May 27, 2013, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Room 4, Kinsmen Recreation Centre (20 Granville St.)


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Agenda

LMLIP Central Council Date and Time: May 27, 2013 5:00 – 6:30 pm

Meeting Location: Room 4, Kinsmen Recreation Center 20 Granville Street


5:00

5:15

5:20

5:25

5:30

5:35

6:05

6:20

6:25


Opening Remarks – Elisabeth

Adoption of Previous Minutes – April 29, 2013

Additions to Agenda



I. Community Achievement Report (Information) – Huda

II. LMLIP Community Immigrant Strategic Plan 2013-2016

(Information/Discussion) – Huda

III. Survey re: Supports and Services for Immigrants Work Group

(Information/Discussion) - Vicki

IV. Terms of Reference Work Group (Information/Discussion) - Elisabeth


I. LMLIP Settlement Sub-council – Mohamed

II. LMLIP Justice and Protection Services Sub-council – Yahya

III. LMLIP Inclusion and Civic Engagement Sub-council – Valy

IV. LMLIP Health and Wellbeing Sub-council – Corinne

V. LMLIP Employment Sub-council – Anne

VI. LMLIP Education Sub-council – Muriel

Plan for June 24, 2013 meeting - Huda

Closing Summary and Review of Action Items – Elisabeth


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6:30

6:30

Adjourn

Next Meeting Location and Date: June 24, 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Boardroom, The Skill Centre 141 Dundas Street, 6th Floor


May 27, 2013, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Meeting Location: Room 4,

Kinsmen Recreation Centre 20 Granville Street

Present: Muriel Abbott, Mohamed Al-Adeimi,

Vicki Esses, Huda Hussein, Grace Johnson, Shawn Luo, Gaston Mabaya, German Gutierrez-Sanin, Ria Urbi, Corinne Walsh, Elisabeth White

Regrets: Saad Aldin, Ahmed Yahya Ali,

Shamara Baidoobonso, Anne Langille, Dev Sainani, Valy Marochko, Rose Ricci, Jo-Ann Hutchison

Absent: Naeem Qureshi

Guest: Andrew Lockie

Item Description

Information,

Update,

Action, Lead

and Due

Date


Elisabeth welcomed and thanked Andrew for attending the meeting.

Elisabeth also reported that she and Huda are finalizing the first Annual Performance

Report for Citizenship and Immigration Canada. The estimated value of contributions

made by individuals and organizations to the LMLIP appears to be worth more than the

contract with CIC. Elisabeth thanked everyone for their work in advancing our agenda.

Report will be shared with Council. It will also be discussed with SW Ontario LIPs and the possibility of sharing best practices with other LIPs will


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be explored.

2.Adoption of Previous Minutes

Correction – Location of May 27, 2013 meeting: Room 4, Kinsmen Recreation Centre

Motion to adopt the April 29, 2013 minutes as amended was moved by Vicki, seconded

by Gaston and approved.

3.Additions to Agenda: None

4.Pathways to Prosperity (P2P) Project

Vicki reported that they are working on a report to Social Sciences and Humanities

Research Council (SSHRC) and is in early discussion with CIC regarding potential

activities with LIPs. This may include updating the P2P website to create a

communication page for LIPs.

5.LMLIP Community Achievement Report

Huda thanked everyone who provided feedback to the report. The final copy is sent for

translation into French. An electronic copy will be shared with Council by June 7th and a

printed copy on June 24.

6.Community Immigrant Strategic Plan 2013-2016

Huda discussed the timeline for the Community Immigrant Strategic Plan. Huda noted

that information for the updated plan has been collected through, the March 27

Community Event survey, and the April/May Council meetings. Based on this

information, the priorities for LMLIP remain the same. However, Council needs to

identify activities for the next three years in June meetings. The timeline shows activities

from today until the submission to Citizenship and Immigration Canada in December

2013.

Timeline Strat Plan.docx

Huda further asked Council for recommendations for endorsing the updated Plan,

noting that in the past, the Plan was endorsed by the community in a community event.

Huda also noted that information gathered through the Survey on Supports and

Services for Immigrants in London and Middlesex will also be incorporated in the

updated Plan. Elisabeth and Huda asked for creative ways to obtain input and feedback

for the Plan from communities that are not engaged. Some suggestions were:

- Conducting focused meeting with targeted immigrant groups. However,

Vicki will

provide

updates to

the Council

as available.

Council will

continue to

discuss

community

endorsement

for the Plan

in the next

meeting.


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there is risk of narrowing the issue to specific groups versus looking at

the larger immigrant integration issues

- Connecting with ethno-cultural media (i.e. L’Action) and smaller media

outlets (i.e. the Londoner, London Community News)

- Tapping into the leadership of our members at large to engage with their

communities

- Building on strength that already exists such as the relationships with

mainstream media (Londoner, Rogers TV). Huda noted that the London

Free Press has contacted LMLIP inquiring about the I am London

Campaign.

Council felt it was important that the immigrant community does not only know about

LMLIP but have the opportunity to be involved and feel that they are part of the solution.

However, members also cautioned in accepting too many new members as it may have

impact on the current work of the Sub-councils. Elisabeth noted that the Community

Event is a great example of community engagement and we need to keep the

momentum which could be a new project for the Central Council.

Elisabeth invited everyone to revisit the Community Immigrant Strategic Plan, taking

into account the changes that have happened in the community and the larger picture,

to think of strategic ways that we can address immigrant integration issues. Huda

requested Council to think about some activities that Council may implement in the next

three years and bring their suggestions to June’s meeting.

7.Survey re: Supports and Services for Immigrants Work Group

Vicki reported that the group met on May 8 and their comments on the questionnaire

were incorporated as feasible.

In the electronic survey, respondents will only see the questions that are

relevant to their services so it will appear shorter than the printed copy

Vicki preferred to keep the current form versus separating the general

survey on services and outcomes of the LMLIP

Council agreed to keep questionnaire short and concise; the question

related to barriers will not be included

Vicki will put together a list of who to send the survey to. This will include

the system partners (i.e. hospital/health unit, school boards, public

library, police, City of London)

Council approved the draft. Vicki informed that a test survey will be ready this week and

will be sent to a few people.

Staff to look

at including

the

highlights of

2011

National

Household

Survey in the

agenda for

next

meeting.


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8.Terms of Reference Work Group

Elisabeth informed that the group met on May 15 for an initial discussion on the Terms

of Reference as recommended by Council at May’s meeting. Group discussed the Co-

chair position as well as a broad discussion on membership. Group also discussed the

“conflict of interest” of members noting that while LMLIP volunteers do not represent

organizations, they join LMLIP through these organizations. Corinne added that in a

future discussion, it might help to look at how we are currently working together and

ways that it can be improved Group will meet again on June 11 to continue the

discussion focusing on the Co-Chair position and membership and will bring their

recommendations to Council in the next meeting.


Highlights from Sub-councils

LMLIP Settlement Sub-council – Mohamed reported that the Engaging Landlords and

Tenants work group received feedback from a proposal submitted to Community Legal

Education Ontario (CLEO). CLEO advised that a similar project had been funded and

recommended exploring the idea of collaborating with the Federation of Metro Tenants

Association (whom they had already funded) to bring the housing workshops to London.

Group will meet with CLEO and FMTA to discuss.

Also, the group secured a volunteer videographer (who is also a Sub-council member)

for the housing video. Group is developing the work plan and hopes to have the video

completed by September 2013.

LMLIP Justice & Protection Services Sub-council – Huda informed that the advisory

committee is discussing putting forward an application to the Ontario Trillium

Foundation for Phase 2 of the Immigrant Community Capacity Engagement Project.

A forum for service providers will be held on June 26, 2013 to raise awareness on

Karen and Vietnamese communities in London.

LMLIP Inclusion & Civic Engagement Sub-council – Ria updated that the newcomers on

the video London: A Newcomer’s Story are now connected with the curator of

Fanshawe Pioneer Village. The video (along with information panels for LMLIP) will be

featured in the Trillium Gallery Exhibit in the Fall. The exhibit will feature recent

immigration in London.

The call for I am London social media campaign is ongoing. The group received eight

applications which include an academic, entrepreneur and a public servant.

The Sub-council is preparing for the networking event on June 18 for newcomers and

Elisabeth to

provide an

update in the

next

meeting.


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immigrants and encouraged members to register or help circulate the invitation to their

personal and professional networks.

LMLIP Employment Sub-council – Huda informed that the volunteers are continuing to

work on the Roadmap to Employment tool which is expected to be completed by

December 2013.

Also, as a result of the initial work of the multimedia task group, Dev and volunteers

from London-Middlesex Immigrant Employment Council (LMIEC) are set to appear on

Community Connections show on Rogers TV to talk about volunteering and highlight

the mentorship program. The show will be aired on May 30 at 4:00 pm.

LMLIP Education Sub-council – Muriel reported that the Support for Parents work group

is discussing how to deliver the Welcoming All Voices workshop without having the

members present at the workshop.

The Support for Teachers work group is narrowing down their priorities. There is an

opportunity to work with Learning Coordinators who Phillipa and Huda met with, and

expressed interest in collaborating with LMLIP to support guidance counselors and

teachers in helping young immigrants make the right choices in their education.

Vicki also noted a related study by Western University and South London

Neighbourhood Resource Centre on characteristics of a welcoming community from

newcomer youth perspective. The report can be accessed from the Migration and

Ethnic Relations website.

LMLIP Health and Wellbeing Sub-council – Corinne informed that the group is looking at

the Connecting Communities project of CLEO that is currently open to funding health

and mental health projects which could potentially tie in with the Seeds of Change

Project. The Sub-council also welcomed a new member from the Francophone

community who is connected with the work of the Local Integration Health Network.

10.Plan for June 24, 2013

Huda consulted Council on June’s Annual Celebration meeting. Thanks to Anne

Langille who once again provided us with the Skill Centre Board Room. Huda checked

with the group if they would like to bring a dish while staff provides the main food.

Members were also open to the idea of a barbecue. Huda requested members to share

their preference with LMLIP staff.

Staff to send

a note to

members

asking them

about their

preference

for June’s

meeting

11.New Business

Mohamed noted that Vicki, Huda and himself presented to the London Diversity and

Race Relations Advisory Committee on May 16. The presentations were well-received

Vicki to

share the

presentation

in the next


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and he commended on Vicki’s informative and organized presentation that covered

almost all the recent policy changes implemented by CIC.

Grace also informed about an event attended by two MPPs and is focused on

employment for youth and mentally challenged individuals.

meeting.

Grace will

send the

report to

staff for

sharing.


Elisabeth thanked everyone for their work and reminded Council about:

- Registering for the June 18 networking event

- Thinking about how to reach out to our own communities and engage

them with the work of LMLIP

- Thinking about how the community should endorse the Plan

- Testing the survey that Vicki will be sending out

13. Adjourn



June 24, 2013, 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Boardroom, The Skill Centre 141 Dundas Street, 6th Floor


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Agenda

LMLIP Central Council Date and Time: June 24, 2013 5:00 – 7:30 pm

Meeting Location: Boardroom, The Skill Centre 141 Dundas Street, 6th Floor


5:00

5:05

5:10

5:45

6:00 6:25

6:30

7:30

Co-Chair’s Opening Remarks – Elisabeth

Adoption of Previous Minutes – May 27, 2013

Presentation on Recent Changes to Immigration Policy in Canada – Vicki

Q & A on Presentation


I. Terms of Reference Work Group (Information)– Elisabeth

II. 2013-2016 Strategic Plan (Central Council Priorities) – Brainstorming

Discussion – Huda


Dinner and Social

Adjourn

Next Meeting Location and Date: September 30, 2013; 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm



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Minutes

LMLIP Central Council Date and Time: June 24, 2013, 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Meeting Location: Boardroom, 6th Floor The Skill Centre 141 Dundas Street

Present: Ahmed Yahya Ali, Muriel Abbott,

Mohamed Al-Adeimi, Saad Aldin, Shamara Baidoobonso, Vicki Esses, Huda Hussein, Grace Johnson, German Gutierrez-Sanin, Anne Langille, Valy Marochko, Naeem Qureshi, Dev Sainani, Ria Urbi, Corinne Walsh, Elisabeth White

Regrets: Andrew Lockie, Rose Ricci, Jo-Ann

Hutchison, Gaston Mabaya

Absent: Shawn Luo,

Item Description

Information,

Update,

Action, Lead

and Due Date

I. Co-Chair’s Opening Remarks:

Elisabeth welcomed the group and noted the departure of Ria and Shamara. Ria will

pursue a job opportunity at the Central Community Health Centre and Shamara will be

relocating in Toronto for a job opportunity related to health policy. Members thanked

both for their contributions to LMLIP and wished them well.

A temporary replacement for Project Assistant position will be sought from the pool of

WIL clients to support Huda for the next couple months . A wider recruitment will be

conducted by WIL Employment Connections in mid-July 2013.

Elisabeth noted two activities from the LMLIP Inclusion and Civic Engagement Sub-

council. The June 18, 2013 networking event for newcomers and immigrants in Civic

Garden Complex was successful with a high turnout from the community. A volunteer

also appeared on Daytime London in Rogers TV to talk about the I am London social

media campaign which is set to launch on July 2nd.

Elisabeth also informed that the Annual Report to CIC is complete. The report is

lengthy and detailed. A high-level summary of the report will be provided. Elisabeth

and Huda worked to ensure that the report is reflective of the work that has been done

Council will be informed about new staffing.

Staff will circulate the link to the video clip.


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and highlights LMLIP impact on the community. They estimated the amount of

community contributions by looking at every activity and involvement of LMLIP

members and partners. This amounted to an estimated value of $144, 650 for one year

in addition to the $100,000 received by various services to implement some of the

LMLIP Strategies.


Motion to adopt the May 27, 2013 minutes as circulated was moved by German,

seconded by Mohamed and approved.

3.Presentation on Recent Changes to Immigration Policy in Canada

Vicki provided highlights of recent changes to immigration policy by Citizenship and

Immigration Canada. This presentation was earlier made to London Diversity and

Race Relations Committee in May 2013. Vicki’s presentation is intended to provide the

opportunity for members who do not work in the sector with information on immigration

issues. Elisabeth noted that it is important for members to be informed so that the

community can respond in a timely and appropriate manner to the changes made by

the federal government.

To keep updated with immigration-related news, Vicki encouraged Central Council to

visit http://p2pcanada.ca/media-roundup/

Staff to

circulate the

presentation

material.


Terms of Reference

Elisabeth reported that in the first meeting, work group reviewed the current

governance structure. Group felt it was important to retain the City of London as Co-

Chair. They also reviewed the requirements for the Co-Chair position and explored the

idea of requesting an Expression of Interest from qualified individuals to fill the vacant

Co-Chair position.

In a more recent meeting, group thought that the recruitment for Co-Chair should be

more strategic keeping in mind that we are developing leaders through a governance

model (which will be firmed up in the months ahead). The individual should have

experience in integration issues and an understanding of the immigration landscape in

London versus representing an organization. He/she should also possess the

necessary skills that will help them get more involved with LMLIP work.

Recommendation to ask United Way to continue in the Co-Chair role for another 1 to 2

years to allow the Council the opportunity to really strengthen leadership development

of Central Council members was brought forward. In the interest of providing the

much-needed support to Elisabeth, the offer from United Way (as conveyed by Andrew

Lockie in the past) to support LMLIP in the Co-Chair position is welcomed. This

strategy will enable the Council to move forward and prepare more thoroughly for the

The work

group will

meet in the

summer to

continue the

discussions.

German also

volunteered to

join the work

group.

http://p2pcanada.ca/media-roundup/


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succession planning.

The motion to accept United Way London & Middlesex as Co-Chair for the next 1-2

years was made by Dev, seconded by German and approved.

2013-2016 Strategic Plan (Central Council Priorities)

Huda asked Council to share their ideas on the Council Plan for the next three year.

Huda then noted that in April’s meeting, Council had the chance to review our Year

Four Implementation Plan. Based on this and the past Implementation Plans for

Central Council, the tasks fall under four categories:

1. Governance & Partnership

2. Engaging Host Community

3. Outcomes Measurement

4. Advocacy / Systemic Changes

Huda noted that given the revision of the Terms of Reference, one of the main tasks

for Council will be to develop leadership skills and prepare for the succession plan.

Huda asked if Council agrees that that they will focus on these categories as they plan

their annual implementation plans. Council consented to having these four categories.

Huda encouraged members to send their ideas for tasks. The draft plan will be shared

electronically with Council for final approval in the last week of July 2013.

Immigrant Community Capacity Engagement Project Update

Huda informed that she and the Project Coordinator met with a Program Manager at

Ontario Trillium Foundation to discuss how to move the project forward after the

current funding ends on June 28, 2013. It was noted that the process has been

changed. Reading the impact of the project, it was advised to apply for a two years

funding and expand to more than three other immigrant communities. Current project

needs to be closed and John Howard Society, the lead on this project, will need to

submit a new application by July 2nd. Group may not hear from OTF until November

2013.

Survey on Supports and Services for Immigrants Update

Vicki reported that the survey is complete and will be released this week. Vicki

requested members to fill it out.

Huda will

advise

Council on

any

development

with regard to

the project.

5.Co-Chair’s Closing Summary and Review of Action Items.

Elisabeth thanked everyone from the Central Council for the contributions, including

community volunteers involved with LMLIP work.


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6.Adjourn

Meeting was adjourned at 6:30 pm followed by a dinner and social.

7.Next meeting Location and Date

September 30, 2013, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm



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Agenda

LMLIP Central Council Date and Time: September 30, 2013 5:00 – 6:30 pm

Meeting Location: Conference Room, Kiwanis Seniors’ Community Centre 78 Riverside Drive


5:00

5:15

5:25

6:05



Welcome to:

Stacey Manzerolle, Program Manager, Best Beginnings (MLHU) (Family

Health Services)

Janet Tufts

Umera Ali, Project Assistant

Adoption of Previous Minutes – June 24, 2013

Additions to Agenda



LMLIP Strategic Plan 2013-2016 (Information/Discussion) – Huda

Survey re: Supports and Services for Immigrants Work Group


Terms of Reference Work Group (Information/Discussion) – Elisabeth

Media Engagement Work Group (Information/Discussion) - Dev

Highlights from Sub-councils (Information)




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6:25

6:30






Adjourn

Next Meeting Location and Date: October 28, 2013 at Conference Room, Kiwanis

Seniors’ Community Centre, 78 Riverside Drive

Minutes

LMLIP Central Council Date and Time: September 30, 2013 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm


Present:, Muriel Abbott, Mohamed Al-Adeimi, Saad Aldin, Vicki Esses, Huda Hussein, Grace Johnson, German Gutierrez-Sanin, Anne Langille, Valy Marochko, Naeem Qureshi, Dev Sainani, Umera Ali, Elisabeth White, Janet Tufts, Gaston Mabaya, Rose Ricci

Regrets: Shawn Luo, Corrine Walsh, Ahmed Yahya Ali

Guest: Stacy Manzerolle

Absent: Jo-Ann Hutchison

Item Description

Information,

Update,

Action, Lead

and Due

Date


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Elisabeth welcomed the group including: Stacy Manzeroole, Program Manager

(Family Health Services, Best Beginning) Middlesex & London Health Unit, Janet

Tufts, Co –chair - LMLIP, and Umera Ali, Project Assistant - LMLIP.

Elisabeth congratulated LMLIP on the successful collaboration with the Trillium

Community Gallery and Spriet Family Visitor Centre, Fanshawe Pioneer Village on

the first community exhibit of the “London: A Newcomer’s Story”.

2. Adoption of Previous Minutes – June 24, 2013

Motion to approve the June 24, 2013 minutes as circulated was moved by Anne,

seconded by Saad and adopted.

Addition to Agenda: No additions to agenda

3. Pathways to Prosperity Project – Vicki

Vicki mentioned two upcoming events on November 12 and December 5, 2013 at the

Centre of Migration and Ethnic Relations at Western University.

Vicki informed that Pathways to Prosperity Partnership (P2P) will hold its first annual

conference at the Minto Suite Hotel in Ottawa on November 15th and 16th, 2013. The

P2P conference will follow CIC's National Settlement Conference so that attendees

at CIC's event can stay on for an additional day and participate in the P2P

conference.

She also noted the following will be discussed at the P2P Conference:

Key components of the Agency of the Future project (a process for identifying

new lines of business for the settlement sector)

the progress that LIPs have made against the initiative's strategic objectives

and provide advice for new LIPs in the process of development

the role of settlement organizations and academic institutions in responding

to the needs of increasing numbers of international students, and factors

affecting the economic and social integration of those students who choose to

transition to permanent residency

Results of several settlement outcome surveys conducted in Canada will be

shared

Elisabeth, Janet and Huda will attend this conference.


I. LMLIP Strategic Plan 2013-2016 (Information/Discussion and


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Endorsement) – Huda

Huda shared hard copies of the Table of Content and noted that the updated Plan

will include the vision and the overarching themes from the previous Plan

Huda noted that the recommended title for the updated Plan is LMLIP Strategic Plan

and requested Council for their feedback. Council agreed to the new title and added

that it includes the time frame, i.e., (April 1st 2013 – March 31st 2016)

II. Survey re: Supports and Services for Immigrants Work Group

(Information/Discussion) – Vicki

Vicki reported that the Support and Services for Immigrants Survey (2013) is being

collated by Vicki and her team. This survey was similar to the 2009 survey to service

providers which was intended to identify gaps and barriers. The new survey was

shorter, streamlined and administered electronically. Vicki noted that they have

received 69 completed responses, in comparison to 47 previously. She noted that

she will present a report on the survey results at the next Council’s meeting.

III. Governance Work Group (Terms of Reference)

(Information/Discussion) – Elisabeth

Elisabeth reported that the Governance Work Group met and reviewed the Terms of

Reference in terms of roles and responsibilities of co-chairs, chairs and council/sub-

council members. The Expression of Interest (EOI) for the member-at-large, which

has been circulated at the meeting, reflects the changes and the recruitment

process. Elisabeth asked Council if they have questions.

The question on the maximum size of a Sub-council was asked. After some

discussion, members noted that this will be decided individually by the Sub-council

as per the individual need.

On the issue of attendance raised by members, Elisabeth noted that the updated

Roles and Responsibilities of members, address this issue. Members endorsed the

EOI for the Member-at-large. Elisabeth thanked everyone for their participation and

noted that the revised Terms of Reference will be shared with Council at October’s

meeting.

IV. Media Engagement Work Group (Information/Discussion) – Dev

Dev reported on behalf of the Media Engagement Work Group. Rogers TV has

agreed to produce the show “We are London”. It will be running on Thursdays.

Content will be provided by the sub-councils. Information, Interaction and

Entertainment will be the key segments for the show. Dev added that volunteers from

LMLIP will host the show. He brought the recommendation to endorse the Work Plan

for the Show. Council thanked Dev for his leadership on the Media Work Group and

endorsed the Work Plan.


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5. Highlights from Sub-councils (Information) - Elisabeth

Elisabeth noted that the Sub-councils’ Plans have been sent out with the agenda.

The intention was that members will bring their questions on each individual Plan to

the relevant Chair at today’s meeting. However, given the limited time we have at

hand, she noted that members will be asked for their Feedback and or questions

electronically. She also added that LMLIP Staff will forward members’ feedback to

the chair(s) of Sub-council(s).

It was decided that Huda will send out all of the Sub-council Plans to Sub-council

members for their comments and revision

Elisabeth further added that the Draft LMLIP Strategic Plan April 2013-March 2016

will be presented for endorsement in the next Council meeting.

New Business:

Valy appreciated the LMLIP for their collaboration on the successful event at

Fanshawe Pioneer Village

Huda shared that the Immigrant Community Capacity Engagement (ICCE)

Project team had a positive meeting with the Ontario Trillium Foundation

representative. John Howard Society of London and District will continue to

be the lead organization for the project if funding continues

Anne shared the invitation of the 45th anniversary of the Cross Cultural

Learner Center (CCLC) on October 16, 2013.


Elisabeth thanked everyone from the Central Council for their contributions.

7. Adjourn

The meeting was adjourned at 6:30pm

8. Next Meeting Location and Date:

October 28, 2013 at Conference Room, Kiwanis Seniors’ Community Centre, 78

Riverside Drive


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Agenda

LMLIP Central Council Date and Time: October 28, 2013 5:00 – 6:30 pm



5:05

5:10

5:15

5:20

5:25

6:10


Adoption of Previous Minutes – September 30, 2013

Additions to Agenda



LMLIP Strategic Plan 2013-2016 (Information) – Huda

Media Engagement Work Group (Information/Discussion) – Dev

Report on the Survey on Supports and Services for Immigrants


Governance Work Group - Terms of Reference (Information/Discussion &

Endorsement) – Elisabeth






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6:25

6:30





Adjourn

Next Meeting Location and Date: November 25, 2013 at Conference Room, Kiwanis


Minutes LMLIP Central Council

Date and Time: October 28, 2013 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm


Present: Muriel Abbott, Mohamed Al-Adeimi, Saad Aldin, Vicki Esses, Huda Hussein, Grace Johnson, Anne Langille, Valy Marochko, Naeem Qureshi, Dev Sainani, Umera Ali, Elisabeth White, Janet Tufts, Gaston Mabaya, Corrine Walsh

Regrets: German Gutierrez-Sanin, Ahmed Yahya Ali, Rose Ricci

Absent: Shawn Luo

Item Description

Information,

Update,

Action, Lead

and Due Date


Elisabeth welcomed the group and noted that LMLIP funding will continue till

March 2016. She also shared the South Western Ontario Local Immigration

Partnership (SWOLIP) meeting held on Friday, October 25th, 2013. At this

meeting, priorities of the SWOLIP over the next two years were identified and the

strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats were analyzed.

Huda to share

minutes of

this meeting

with council

members.


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2. Adoption of Previous Minutes – September 30, 2013

Motion to approve the September 30, 2013 minutes as amended was moved by

Anne, seconded by Dev and approved.

3. Additions to Agenda: None


Vicki shared a poster for the Panel Presentation - Journeys of Migration and

Settlement in Canada, which will be held on Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at the

Centre for Research on Migration and Ethnic Relations, Western University. She

requested Council members to share it with their contacts.

Vicki updated members on the upcoming Pathways to Prosperity Partnership

(P2P) first annual conference in Ottawa on November 15th and 16th, 2013. She

noted that 210 people have registered for the conference and 30 people are on

the waiting list. Huda and Vicki will present at the conference on “Measuring LIP

Progress: London and Middlesex

Local Immigration Partnership”. Huda will also do a poster presentation on

“Celebrating Our Successes: London Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership”.


I. LMLIP Strategic Plan 2013-2016 (Information)

Huda informed Council that the first draft of the 2013 -2016 Strategic Plan will

be shared with Central Council on November 8, 2013 via email for comments

and questions. The Draft LMLIP Strategic Plan 2013 – 2016 with members’

feedback incorporated will be shared at the next Central Council meeting in

November.

II. Media Engagement Work Group (Information/Discussion)

Dev reported on behalf of the Media Engagement Work Group. He informed

Council about the topics for the first and second segments which will be recorded

at Rogers TV studio. He noted that the orientation for the volunteer cooks will be

held on November 8, 2013 and the taping of cooking segments will be done on

November 11 and November 13, 2013 at the Covent Garden Market. Council

thanked Dev for his leadership on the Media Engagement Work Group.

III. Report on the Survey on Supports and Services for Immigrants

(Information/Discussion)

Vicki noted that the London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership:

Community Capacity and Perceptions of the LMLIP Report was sent to Council

on Thursday, October 24th, 2013. Many of the organizations see LMLIP as having

Vicki will email this poster to be further shared with Council


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made at least somewhat of an impact on the supports for immigrants in the

community and in making London and Middlesex a more welcoming community

for immigrants. She also found it interesting that most organizations have not

significantly changed their delivery of services in response to the strategic

planning and activities of the London and Middlesex Local Immigration

Partnership.

Valy raised the concern that the Report refers to Community Connections as

services provided by organizations and noted that Citizenship and Immigration

Canada funds a Program known as Community Connections (formerly known as

the Host Program). He suggested that the Report clarifies between the two: the

CIC funded Program and the services referred to as community connections.

Vicki noted that this Report has been circulated with Council only and that she will

accommodate the concern raised.

IV. Governance Work Group (Terms of Reference)

(Information/Discussion & Endorsement)

Elisabeth reported that the Governance Work Group met and reviewed the Terms

of Reference in terms of roles, responsibilities and succession planning of Co-

chairs. The Governance Work Group has also reviewed the qualifications for the

Sub-council members. The Expression of Interest (EOI) for Sub-council members,

which has been circulated at the meeting, also, reflects the changes in the

recruitment process. She noted that these Expressions of Interest will be

circulated twice a year (Spring and Fall) and candidates will go through a

selection process. The Recruitment Work Group will review the applications and

selected candidates will be asked for an interview. The Chair of the specific Sub-

council will be part of the recruitment process. Elisabeth asked Council if they

have questions.

Muriel noted a few edits on the ToR with regard to the number of the members-at-

large and time commitment for Sub-council members. LMLIP staff will correct the

ToR accordingly.

Motion to endorse EOI for the Sub-council members was initiated by Gaston

seconded by Grace (all in favor) and approved. Elisabeth thanked everyone for

their participation.

6. Highlights from Sub-councils (Information)


Mohamed noted that the Family Settlement Collaborative continues to meet and

address the needs of newcomers. This year, the Collaborative is

reaching out and will present at Hensim Centre, Village Green, Citi Plaza, Glen

Cairn, and South London Community Centre on issues identified by teachers and

Vicki will

share the

edited Report

with Council

EOI will be circulated through the NIC, LMLIP contact list and by placing an advertisement in ethno-cultural local papers where possible


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students.

It was noted that we need to tabulate the number of hours that reflect meeting

times of the LMLIP Central Council, its six Sub-councils, the planning meetings of

work groups, project team meetings, events organized by LMLIP work groups,

and community events. Huda noted that LMLIP Staff started tabulating these

hours since April 1, 2013

LMLIP Inclusion & Civic Engagement Sub-council

Valy noted that the Inclusion & Civic Engagement Sub-council did not meet in

October, 2013 and the Sub-council will continue its commitment of engagement in

the coming months.

LMLIP Health & Wellbeing Sub-council

Corinne noted that the Health & Wellbeing Sub-council will continue its work on

the mental wellness and related issues. She also highlighted the priorities of

Health & Well-being Sub-council for 2013 – 2016. It was noted that the Sub-

council will also focus on the needs of refugee health and will look for

opportunities to collaborate with health providers in this respect.

Valy shared Cross Cultural Learner Centre (CCLC) brochure on the Refugee

Health Fund. It was noted that some further information is needed regarding the

eligibility of health coverage for the refugees.


Anne highlighted the 2013-2016 priorities identified in September’s Sub-council

meeting. She noted that the Employment Sub-council will collaborate with the

Small Business Centre and the Employment Sector Council London Middlesex

(ESCLM) to deliver information sessions for self-employment during the next

three years. The Sub-council will also partner with the Immigration Portal to

develop an online searching tool. She also noted that the Sub-council will

continue the dialogue with the education Sub-council regarding the match

between programs offered to job seekers and the current labour market. Two

members from the Employment Sub-council, Jennifer Hollis and Martin

Withenshaw, are actively engaged on the Media Engagement Work Group.


Muriel noted that the Supports for Parents Work Group is expanding the impact of

Welcoming All voices (WAV) and offering adapted WAV workshop to Settlement

Workers in Schools (SWIS). The first workshop was held on October 03, 2013

and the participants found it very worthwhile to be trained as a SWIS group. The

Group has also presented WAV workshop to school-based parent groups,

including school councils at the 2013 Ontario Federation of Home and School

Saad will check the information about refugees health coverage


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Associations Annual Conference, and the 2013 TVPIC Parent Engagement

Annual Conference.

Supports for Students Work Group developed a homework help hub (facebook

page) to provide links/post info about existing homework help initiatives.

Supports for School Staff Work Group is planning to collaborate with Western’s

Faculty of Education to Provide pre-service teachers with workshops related to

the immigrant community. A session with pre-service teachers will be held at

Western University, Faculty of Education on December 06, 2013.

She also noted that the position paper: “Ontario Pre-service Teacher Education:

The Case for Equity, Inclusion and Diversity Training” has been endorsed by 10

Local Immigration Partnerships (LIPs). The Ministry of Education and the Ministry

of Training, Colleges and Universities confirmed receiving the Position Paper. The

Ministry of Education reiterated its policies on enhancing its initial teacher

education program beginning September 2015 and noted the importance of

preparing teacher candidates to teach diverse classrooms.


Elisabeth thanked everyone for their contributions and reviewed the action items

from the meeting:

Strategic Plan 2013 – 2016 will be sent to members on November 08,

2013 for Council’s feedback

The International Student day on November 24, 2013 hosted by the City of

London in collaboration with Western University, Fanshawe College, City

of London and London Economic Development Corporation

Saad will provide information about the refugees’ health care coverage

8. Adjourn



November 25, 2013 at Conference Room, Kiwanis Seniors’ Community Centre,

78 Riverside Drive


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Agenda LMLIP Central Council Date and Time: November 25, 2013

5:00 – 6:30 pm Meeting Location: Conference Room, Kiwanis Seniors’ Community Centre 78 Riverside Drive


5:05

5:10

5:15

5:20

5:25

6:10


Adoption of Previous Minutes – October 28, 2013

Additions to Agenda



LMLIP Strategic Plan 2013-2016 (Information/discussion?) – Huda

Media Engagement Work Group (Information/Discussion) – Dev

Governance Work Group – Dissemination of hard copies of the Terms of

Reference – next steps Elisabeth









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6:25

6:30


Adjourn

Next Meeting Location and Date: January 27, 2014 at Conference Room, Kiwanis


Minutes LMLIP Central Council

Date and Time: November 25, 2013 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm


Present: Muriel Abbott, Mohamed Al-Adeimi, Vicki Esses, Huda Hussein, Grace Johnson, Anne Langille, Valy Marochko, Naeem Qureshi, Dev Sainani, Umera Ali, Elisabeth White, Janet Tufts, Gaston Mabaya, Corrine Walsh, German Gutierrez-Sanin, :, Ahmed Yahya Ali, Rose Ricci

Regrets: Saad Aldin

Absent: None

Item Description

Information,

Update, Action,

Lead and Due

Date


Elisabeth welcomed members and noted that Shawn Luo has resigned from the Central Council due to his tight schedule. Elisabeth shared his resignation letter with the Council. With Shawn Lou’s resignation, Elisabeth asked Council’s approval to recruit two members-at-large instead of one in December 2013. Council unanimously approved the proposal.

Elisabeth noted that Huda and Vicki presented at the P2P conference. Huda has also done a poster presentation. She thanked Vicki and Huda for their work. Elisabeth also noted that on November 24, 2013 the International Student Day was cancelled due to bad weather. The event has been rescheduled for November 30, 2013. Finally on behalf of Janet, Elisabeth requested Council members to connect with Janet as per her request to meet individually with members.


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2. Adoption of Previous Minutes – October 28, 2013

Motion to approve the October 28, 2013 minutes was moved by Dev,

seconded by Gaston and approved. .

3. Additions to Agenda

Signing the Letter of Understanding


Vicki noted that the session on ‘Journeys of Migration’ organized by the

Migration and Ethnic Relations (MER) Program was not well attended due to

the weather. She also noted that MER will be working closely with the

LMLIP Inclusion & Civic Engagement Sub-council to host future joint events.

Vicki shared a poster for the Fall Colloquium Series 2013 on Thursday,

December 5th at the Social Sciences Centre organized by the Centre for

Research on Migration and Ethnic Relations on “Changes to Economic

Immigration Programs and Canada’s National Settlement Program”

presented by Corinne Prince St Amand – Director General of the Integration

and Foreign Credentials Referral Office at Citizenship and Immigration

Canada. Vicki invited everyone to attend the presentation.

Vicki noted that P2P conference was very busy and well attended. The

conference provided the opportunity to sharing information and to examine

the progress that LIPs have made against the initiatives’ strategic

objectives. She also reported that a presentation on the Agency of the

Future was delivered by researchers.


Media Engagement Work Group (Information/Discussion)

Dev informed Council that the cooking segments have been recorded at the

Covent Garden Market’s Kitchen and recording for the Settlement and

Employment Sub-council’s 1st and 2nd segments have also been done. He

thanked Huda for providing information on settlement services in London

and area and her continued support to the Media Engagement Work Group.

He also mentioned that Bonnie Macklin from WIL Employment Connections

provided information on behalf of the Employment Sub-council on the

importance of newcomers connecting with employment services in the

community. Dev also noted that recording will continue until mid-January

2014.

The links to the segments from each show will be posted on the LMLIP

webpage with Rogers’ consent. After some discussion on how the show will

Vicki will email this poster to be further shared with Council


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be promoted, tracking the number of hours spent by members, the copy

right of the show and how to evaluate the impact of the show, Dev noted

that he will take back these questions to the Media Engagement Work

Group and will update Council in January 2014.

Draft Strategic Plan 2013 - 2016 (Information)

Huda noted that the Draft Strategic Plan 2013 – 2016 was shared with the

Council on 22nd of November via email for comments and corrections. She

thanked members who provided their feedback and noted that edits and

comments will be incorporated in the second draft of the Strategic Plan. She

informed Council that the new Plan will be submitted to Citizenship and

Immigration Canada in January 2014.

6. Prioritization of Central Council’s Strategic Plan (2013 – 2016)

(Discussion)

Huda noted that every Sub-council has selected a couple of activities to be

implemented by March 2014. She invited Council to select some strategies

from their Plan that will be pursued by Council in the next few months. She

noted that at the LMLIP Inclusion & Civic Engagement Sub-council, the

group is exploring organizing a “Meet the Candidate” event for the

newcomers to learn about the Municipal Elections and also for the

politicians to learn about the newcomers’ concerns. She suggested that the

Central Council may collaborate with the Inclusion & Civic Engagement

Sub-council to organize such event. Council discussed this option and

further recommended that a meeting to be coordinated for the

Outreach/Advocacy Work Group to discuss their action plan in term of

educating the public and the immigrants and also explore the feasibility of

the Meet the Candidate event. Recommendations from the Work Group will

be brought to Council.

Huda also noted that the recruitment process for the Sub-council member

needs to be addressed as there was concern from a number of Sub-

councils on the process.

7. Highlights from Sub-councils (Information)


Mohamed noted that the Settlement Su-council met on November 06, 2013.

The Sub-council discussed the draft strategic priorities that may be

completed by March 2014. A Work Group has been established to review

and edit the existing Settlement Brochure and to develop a brochure on the

services in London to be shared with the educational institutions. He also

noted that the Family Settlement Collaborative continues to expand and

Huda to coordinate a meeting for the Outreach/Advocacy Work Group as well as the Governance Work Group


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agencies/organizations at the table deliver the information as per the

identified need of the language learners. The working group has already met

and is working on this document. In response to one of the questions on the

distribution of the brochures, Mohamed noted that the brochures are

included in the welcome packages given to clients who access settlement

services in London. Huda also noted that more than 5000 copies have been

circulated so far including brochures shared with our contact at Pearson

International Airport.


Yahya noted that the Sub-council met on November 21, 2013 and discussed

their annual implementation Plan. The Sub-council is exploring reaching out

to the justice system and assist service providers with information pertaining

to immigrants. He also noted that the Immigrant Community Capacity

Engagement (ICCE) Project got funding approval from Ontario Trillium

Foundation for two years. For this phase, the ICCE Project will focus on four

communities: Arabic, Spanish, Somalis and Bhutanese. Grace added that

Marcel Marcellin from the JPS Sub-council shared the Lewis Coray

Trailblazer Award for Youth. This award will be given to a young person

from the black community who has demonstrated perseverance in pursuit of

academics success and social responsibility.

LMLIP Inclusion & Civic Engagement Sub-council

Valy noted that he was away at the last meeting and Andrea Brown chaired

the meeting. He noted that he learned from Andrea that the Inclusion & Civic

Engagement Sub-council discussed some activities that will be implemented

in the next few months. Huda added that the ICE Sub-council has decided

to continue I am London campaign from January 2014 with a focus on

successful immigrant youth and also to join efforts with Migration and Ethnic

Relations Program (Western University) and the Networking for an Inclusive

Community (NIC) with regard to hosting events.

LMLIP Health & Wellbeing Sub-council

Corinne noted that the Health & Wellbeing Sub-council met on November

13, 2013 and discussed their priorities for the coming few months. Corrine

noted that a few strategies were given high priority such as developing a

resource that includes mapping of shared spaces in facilities that may be

available to the community at low cost or no cost. A group has been formed

and it will work in this regard. Access to interpretation will continue their

work and the group is exploring writing a position paper on the value of

using professional interpretation by health care providers. She noted that

HWB Sub-council will continue to promote information developed through


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Seeds of Change Project and the group is exploring organizing a Health

Fair. Anne added that she can share software that would help to have a

virtual health fair. Corinne thanked Anne for this offer. She noted that HWB

Sub-council also discussed the recruitment process of Sub-council

members in great detail. Elisabeth noted that Corinne can share the ideas

from the Sub-council with the Governance Work Group for their

recommendations.


Anne noted that the Employment Sub-council met on November 20, 2013.

She noted that the Employment Sub-council is collaborating with Small

Business Centre and arranging a couple of sessions for immigrants about

starting their own business. First information session will be hosted by Anne

in January 2014 and the 2nd one will be hosted by Nancy McQuillan in May

2014. LMLIP will circulate the information regarding these sessions through

its distribution list. Anne noted that the content updates on the Immigration

Portal are still facing some technical difficulties. She mentioned one website

www.worktrends.ca where current labour market information can be

accessed.


Muriel shared with Council that the Supports for Parents Work Group have

contracted a videographer to work on the “Welcoming All voices (WAV)”.

The Support for School Staff Work Group will be presenting its first work

shop to pre-service teachers on December 6th 2013 at the Faculty of

Education. She also noted that the Group is coordinating a work shop for

non-teaching staff at the Thames Valley School Board (TVDSB) in the new

year and that a poster presentation will be submitted in February at York

University. The Students Support Work Group is working on the homework

Facebook and developing a resource guide.


Elisabeth thanked everyone for their contributions and reviewed the action

items from the meeting:

Outreach and Advocacy, the Outcome Measurement and the

Governance Work Groups will meet to discuss issues raised on

measuring outcomes, organizing events with the ICE Sub-council

and to discuss the recruitment process of the Sub-council member

Council agreed that the Governance Work Group recruit two

members-at-large given the second vacancy left by Shawn Lou

http://www.worktrends.ca/


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Elisabeth wished everyone a happy holiday season.

9. Adjourn

Meeting was adjourned at 6:30 pm.


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