Help build an inclusive Saskatoon – join our Immigrant Advisory Table (IAT)

Immigration Partnership Saskatoon (IPSK) is looking for immigrants and newcomers interested in joining its Immigrant Advisory Table. This is a unique opportunity to participate in the initiative that aims to build a truly welcoming and inclusive Saskatoon.

About IPSK Immigrant Advisory Table

Immigration Partnership Saskatoon is committed to a community-based leadership and governance model in which immigrants and newcomers are not only participating in consultations but are actively involved in the decision making and planning processes. As the saying goes, “nothing about us without us.” The table represents a variety of groups in terms of age, gender, ability, country of origin, length of stay in Canada, immigration category, languages spoken, skills, profession, and more. Meetings are held virtually or in-person. Transportation assistance will be provided to members for in-person meetings. English-language interpretation will be provided upon request.

Meet our Immigrant Advisory Table!

Pictured are: L – R  Back row: Jasmine Calix, IPSK Coordinator, Kevin Kitchen, City of Saskatoon Community Development Manager, Doha Kharsa, Leslie Tetteh, Renuka Sharma, Palash Sanyal, Tenille Thomson, City of Saskatoon Social Development Manager

Front row: Ozra Mohammadi, Shadi Beiki, His Worship Mayor Charlie Clark

The primary objectives of the Immigrant Advisory Table are to:

  • Increase awareness of and engagement in cultural diversity in Saskatoon
  • Help advise current and future strategic directions related to immigrant and newcomer outcomes
  • Provide insight and lived-experience information to the Partnership Council
  • Act as Cultural Ambassadors of IPSK and assist with the outreach to ethno-specific and Faith communities during the consultation processes.

Selection Criteria

We are looking for members who:

  • Are immigrants and newcomers living, studying, and/or working in Saskatoon
  • Represent the diversity of Saskatoon (a range of countries of origin, length of time in Canada, immigration status, age, gender, occupational/educational backgrounds, )
  • Have experience, knowledge, and abilities related to immigration integration, community development or civic engagement

Members will be appointed for a period of 2 years and will be expected to meet 4 times per year. To submit your application please fill out the form found here on our website.

If you have a specific question about the IAT, please contact IPSK Coordinator Jasmine Calix, at 306-657-8691 or email jasmine.calix@saskatoon.ca

* This is a non-paid volunteer position – No previous experience necessary

Contact Information

This information is only used to ensure that the group is represented by a diverse range of community members. All personal information will be secured, maintained and handled according to all applicable privacy legislation.