• Pride Season begins

    June is the launch of Pride season! Pride season is an opportunity for collective celebration as well as global action to stand in solidarity for the continued efforts towards equity, acceptance, and human rights. We honour the resilience, celebrate the talent, and recognize the valuable contributions of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. ❤️🩷🧡💛💚💙🩵💜 Happy Pride! 🌈

  • Badminton Tournament

    🏸 Get Ready for an Exciting Day of Badminton! 🏸 The Sault Malayalee Association, in association with LIP – Sault Ste. Marie and Area Local Immigration Partnership, proudly presents the Badminton Tournament 2026! 📅 Date: 6 June 2026⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM📍 Venue: George Leach Centre, Algoma University, Sault Ste. Marie ✨ Doubles […]

  • Hijri New Year/Islamic New Year

    Happy Hijri New Year! Today marks the commencement of the Islamic New Year, also known as Hijri New Year, which is observed on the first day of the month of Muharram. LIP would like to send heartfelt wishes of peace, prosperity, and joy to all who celebrate! ✨

  • National Indigenous Peoples Day

    Happy National Indigenous Peoples Day! National Indigenous Peoples Day takes place on the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. The summer solstice holds deep spiritual and cultural significance for many Indigenous Peoples, marking a time of renewal, connection, and celebration. Today, we celebrate the rich histories, traditions, and cultures of First Nations, Inuit, […]

  • Indigenous Peoples Day at Ojibway Park

    Indigenous Day! Father's Day! June 21st 2026. Come out to beautiful Ojibway Park to celebrate with Garden River First Nation! Face painting, bouncy castle, hot dogs, hamburgers and ice cream to the first 150 that show up! 11am - 2pm! All are welcome!

  • Festival of Cultures: A Multiculturalism & Saint-Jean-Baptiste-Day Celebration

    (La version française suit) 🌍⚜️ Join us for the Festival of Cultures: A Multiculturalism & Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day Celebration! ⚜️ 🌍 This year, the Local Immigration Partnership and Sault Community Career Centre are partnering with Centre Francophone de Sault-Sainte-Marie to bring together the vibrant spirit of Multiculturalism Day and Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day in one exciting community celebration! […]

  • Festival of Colours

    🌈✨ SAULT STE. MARIE — GET READY FOR THE MOST COLOURFUL DAY OF THE SUMMER! ✨🌈The Festival of Colours 2026 is coming to Roberta Bondar Park & Tent Pavilion on July 25 at 3 PM! 🎉Enjoy an unforgettable celebration filled with:🎶 Music & Dance🎨 Massive Colour Throw🍛 Delicious Food👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Fun for All Ages💃 Incredible […]

  • Ukrainian Heritage Day/Month

    💙💛 September is Ukrainian Heritage Month in Ontario! Today, September 7, we recognize Ukrainian Heritage Day and celebrate the rich history, culture, traditions, and contributions of Ontario’s Ukrainian community. September 7 marks the anniversary of the arrival of the first documented Ukrainian immigrants to Canada in 1891. Since then, Ukrainian Canadians continue to enrich communities […]

  • Welcoming Week

    Welcoming Week 2026 is here! 👋 We’re excited to celebrate Welcoming Week 2026 and this year’s theme: Stories We Share: The Courage to Connect. This theme invites community members to come together with curiosity and courage. When we stay curious and open to one another, we find the stories that remind us we're not navigating […]

  • VIVID Art Fest

    VIVID is an annual celebration of the thriving arts and culture scene in Bawaating Sault Ste. Marie, ON. The festival brings together local and global talent to create and develop accessible, sustainable, multi-disciplinary public art, culture, and heritage. By fostering cross-cultural relationships and enhancing community pride, VIVID strengthens the region’s tourism, economy, and arts sector […]

  • Starting a Business and Selling Food – FREE Workshop for Newcomers!

    Do you want to start a food business, sell food you make at home, or sell food at local markets and events? 🍎🥕🍞 Join us for a free workshop for newcomers in our community! Learn about the steps to start a food business in Sault Ste. Marie from the Local Immigration Partnership (LIP), Millworks Centre for […]

  • VIVID Art Fest Cultural Market

    Join LIP at the Sault Downtown Plaza for the VIVID Art Fest Cultural Market on Saturday September 19th from 9 AM to 2 PM! 🛍️ Check out our amazing vendor lineup of local artists, makers, and community services! PLUS we’ve got an incredible performer showcase starting at 10am you won’t want to miss! 🎤 Come […]