GGP Client Gives Back by Joining Our Wonderful Group of Volunteers
Akintunde shares his story as a GGP client and volunteer, highlighting the importance of passing on his knowledge to support newcomers like himself in their settlement journey.
Volunteer Finds Connection and Community at GGP
In 2018, Margaret retired from her career as a family physician, the same year her husband passed away. Feeling the need to connect with her community, she became interested in […]
Dedicated Client Awarded with GGP T-shirt
Mozhgan is a dedicated client and ambassador of GGP’s programming and was our first client to fill out our GGPoints Stamp Card and was awarded a GGP ‘belong’ T-shirt!
Road to Citizenship for Former GGP Employee
Hayam, a former client and employee of GGP, recently celebrated a significant milestone—receiving her Canadian citizenship!
Celebrating International Mother Language Day
You may be aware that February 21st is Canada’s Family Day, but did you know it is also International Mother Language Day? We spoke with members of the GGP community about their relationship to their mother language. You will hear from parents teaching their language to their children and interpreters from our Cultural Health Navigator program who know exactly how vital shared language can be.
Mary’s First Snow
One of our Case Coordinators tells us about her first winter in Saskatoon. From winter driving to dressing up like “an astronaut” to go for a walk.
Fall into Friendship with GGP Meet Up!
Beginning this September, GGP starts a new program specifically aimed at connecting young newcomer adults in their 20s and 30s through fun and social networking. It’s called GGP Meet Up! […]
Immerse yourself in our Annual Report!
Watch, hear, and read about GGP’s impact in our 2020-2021 Annual Report!
Staff Diversity at Global Gathering Place
Our staff understand immigrants and refugees because many of us are immigrants and refugees. Learn about where GGP staff come from and the languages we speak.
Working at Global Gathering Place: An Interview with Founder and Executive Director Belma Podrug
Hear from GGP’s founder and Executive Director Belma Podrug on how GGP has maintained a close-knit staff for over two decades.