Welcome Home Day: New Lloydminster residents invited to connect with community 

Newcomers, new residents, and new neighbours will have an opportunity to learn more about Lloydminster and the services available in the community during Welcome Home Day on October 3.

The free event is being hosted by the City of Lloydminster’s Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) and the Local Immigration Partnership at Bud Miller Park from 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Event information

Residents attending the event can enjoy a free community barbecue while supplies last, games and activities for all ages, cultural performances, and information booths featuring local organizations and service providers.

Settling in to Lloydminster

Welcome Home Day is an extension of the City’s Welcome Home Program, which helps individuals and families settle into life in Lloydminster by connecting them with local resources and services. The program provides information on recreation facilities, community supports, utilities, education and childcare, transportation, employment opportunities, events, retail services, and navigating Lloydminster’s unique bi-provincial community.

City officials say the event is open to anyone who has recently moved to Lloydminster or wants to learn more about the community and the services available to residents.

Organizations interested in hosting an information booth at the event are asked to contact FCSS at fcss@lloydminster.ca by September 28.

More information about Welcome Home Day and the Welcome Home Program is available through the City of Lloydminster’s website or by contacting FCSS at 780-875-6184.

Gerry Lampow
Gerry Lampow
Gerry has lived in Lloydminster since winter 2010. That detail is important as coming from the Caribbean he did not see green grass until May. Now an Alberta/Western Canada resident, you would be hard-pressed to find a stronger proponent of Lloydminster than the news guy that appreciates a healthy dose of rock music and dress code leather. His mantra is focus on one thing and do it well.
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