About Us
Since its incorporation as a non-profit organization in 2015, the Kirkland Lake Multicultural Group (KLMG) has been providing valuable settlement services to newcomers. These services include support in Orientation, Housing, Employment, Community groups, Schooling, English conversation circles, and Children's activities. Additionally, KLMG actively networks with Business owners, Local government officials, and Official settlement services to enhance the settlement experience for all individuals involved.
KLMG continues to create positive shared experiences for newcomers and locals to enjoy!
OUR STORY
2005
Beginning
2015
Incorporation
2019
Onwards
Sandra Reygada Licuime from Chile settled in Kirkland Lake along with her husband. Far from her family and unable to speak English or french, she felt isolated and was unable to connect to the community. Sandra met other ladies who were in the same situation with her they connected through shared experiences and became a supportive community for each other's families.
The group continued to grow and started to be known in the local community KLMG conducted more free and inclusive events for newcomers and locals to enjoy like soccer games, skating and sliding parties. In 2015, KLMG was incorporated as a non-profit organization and offer its assistance in settling services such as support in orientation, housing, employment, community groups and schooling.
In 2019 KLMG moved into its permanent home called "The Stope" located in the middle of Kirkland Lake. The Stope hosts regular activities in a welcoming environment and allows its volunteer members, newcomers and locals to congregate over health, social and educational events and activities. These activities also present an opportunity for the locals to get to know newcomers and vice versa.
Meet the Team
Leaders of the KLMG
Anna McPherson - President
Anna, an accomplished leader and mother from Australia, serves as the President of KLMG, where she advocates for diversity, inclusion, and collaboration within the multicultural community.
Sandra Reygada Licuime - Vice President
Sandra, a passionate mother and friend from Chile, serves as the Vice President of KLMG, where she is dedicated to promoting and integrating multiculturalism within her growing community, while also supporting and providing opportunities to those in need.
Angela Davis-Witty - Secretary
Angela, a lifelong resident of Kirkland Lake and proud Canadian, is a passionate advocate for vulnerable individuals and anti-racism. Dedicated to fostering a safe, diverse, and inclusive community, she demonstrates strong leadership as the KLMG secretary and through various community roles across the North East Region.
Ivy Guevarra - Media
Ivy loves collaboration and creating positive change through storytelling and communication. Originally from the Philippines, she has lived in South Korea and now calls Canada home. She believes in fostering a caring, inclusive and multicultural community, starting with children.
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Anne Paquette - Treasurer
Anne, a world traveller, mother and friend originating from Canada, serves as the Treasurer of KLMG, where she enriches the lives of those in her community through genuine friendship, inspiring motivation, and meaningful connection.
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Yalda Khapour - Director
Yalda, an exceptional mother and friend from Iran, serves as the Director of KLMG, combining her experience working in a pharmacy and teaching with her enthusiasm and meticulous attention to detail in organizing the multicultural group's activities.
