It's National Francophone Immigration Week in Welland and beyond.
Mayor Frank Campion says it's a chance to welcome new residents to the city and honour Welland's french speaking community at the same time.
"Observing multiculturalism is important because it inspires relevant discussions that help us progress as a diverse city."
The Rose City is one of the 26 designated francophone communities across Ontario with about 11 percent of it's population speaking french.
Raise Anticipated for Niagara Child Care Workers
Provincial funding of roughly $6.3-million being reviewed
$36.7-Mill to Expand Peach King Centre
Provincial and town money to expand both inside and out of Grimsby facility
Welland School Expands with Provincial Help
The money will help create 205 spaces, and more child care spaces
Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Niagara
Environment Canada says to expect 90km wind, toonie size hail, this afternoon
Niagara Falls Man Wins $2-Mill in Lottery
Paolo Zambito has been playing the lottery for over 30 years
NRP Find Missing Seniors
They say Richard and Sandra Koth have been found safe
Chippawa Park Undergoing Rejuvenation
City of Welland tearing out old cedar trees, replacing with improvements to area
Mayor Aims to Teach Kids Politics
Jim Diodati says it's important to teach kids about the system, while making it interesting