
NEWCOMER INTERAGENCY NETWORK
A network of organizations and employers in Wood Buffalo
working together to enhance the lives of newcomers to our community.

To become a member or for more information contact the
Local Immigration Partnership Coordinator at lip@ymcanab.ca
NEWCOMER INTERAGENCY
NETWORK
The Newcomer Interagency Network (NIN) is a network of organizations, ethnocultural groups, and employers in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo committed to working together to enhance the lives of newcomers to our community. It was created to share expertise, enhance collaboration between agencies, and support projects and initiatives to better meet the needs of newcomers to the region.
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The NIN currently has 40 member organizations led by a Steering Committee. Members meet once a month to share updates, discuss emerging challenges, provide input on local initiatives, and access free training and resources through NIN programs.
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What are the Benefits?
By participating in the NIN, members can:
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Strengthen their impact by collaborating on shared goals
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Access knowledge, data, and tools to enhance work with newcomers
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Stay informed through regular updates and community-driven insights
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Shape local initiatives by contributing your voice to collective planning
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Build meaningful connections across sectors
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Improve service delivery to newcomers accessing their services
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Promote their programs and events