Last updated: November 2, 2026 From November 1 to 7, 2026, Hamilton’s Welcoming Francophone Community (CFA) is celebrating the 14th edition of National Francophone Immigration Week. This week highlights the contribution of Francophone immigrants to the vitality of our communities across Canada. The theme of
Have you just moved to Hamilton and would like to improve your English, but between family responsibilities and commuting, finding the time seems impossible? Good news: there are several free, flexible, and entirely online programs available to permanent residents and accepted refugees, funded by the Government of Canada (LINC programs
Every summer, the Communauté francophone accueillante de Hamilton (CFA Hamilton) creates sports venues where Hamilton’s Francophone community can come together, get active, and build connections. The 2026 edition of the Multisport Tournament was a great success—featuring three categories, new partners, and an increasingly engaged community. 🏐 Volleyball
Once again this year, several of Hamilton’s flagship events are taking place right along stops on La Ligne Bleue, our walking tour that highlights the contributions of immigrant communities to the city. It’s the perfect opportunity to combine cultural discovery with Francophone community life. Here’s what’s in store for you this summer, fall, and winter
On July 22, the Ontario government announced two major investments aimed at improving access to health care in Hamilton—news that directly addresses several priorities expressed by Francophone immigrants in our region. An Expanded Emergency Department The province is investing $25 million to expand the
Between October and December 2025, the Communauté francophone accueillante (CFA) in Hamilton conducted a survey of Francophone immigrants in the region. Coordinated by the Francophone Immigration Network of Southwestern Ontario and funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, this survey aimed to better understand the needs, challenges, and aspirations
The Hamilton Francophone Welcoming Community (CFA) is pleased to announce the launch of its call for proposals for the 2026–2027 Community Fund. This fund aims to support community initiatives that promote the welcome, integration, inclusion, and participation of Francophone immigrants in the greater Hamilton area. Francophone multicultural community associations and groups are
Hamilton’s welcoming Francophone community has created an infographic highlighting some key findings from the 2025–2026 Local Labor Market Plan published by Hamilton Workforce Planning. The report paints a picture of a growing city whose economy continues to evolve and offer new career opportunities, including
On April 1, the Hamilton Anti-Racism Resource Centre (HARRC) organized a community forum titled «Hate on Display: Identifying and Responding to Hate Symbols,» bringing together community members to address an increasingly concerning issue: the rise of hateful acts and symbols in public spaces. This forum served to
On March 28, Hamilton’s Francophone community came alive with the 3rd annual young talent show, an initiative organized by the Congolese Community of Hamilton (CCH). The idea for this project was conceived during the term of Jean-Jacques Somwe, then president of the CCH, with the support of the
Destination Hamilton is for all French-speaking newcomers to Hamilton, Ontario. Discover a vibrant and welcoming Francophone community as you settle in. Learn more about Hamilton’s Welcoming Francophone Community (CFA).
