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.
Man Dead After Welland Shooting
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Optimism Fading for Beluga Whales
Animal rights group director says a whale has been moved to Marineland's sick tank
Apartments Approved for Queenston Street
2,442 units, with commercial space, to be built where St. Catharines hospital was
3 Arrested After NRP Find Cocaine
Police searched 2 houses, after watching suspected drug activity
Police Looking for 2 Arsonists
A house in West Lincoln was lit up early Thursday morning
Niagara Health Funding Gone Up: MPP
Sam Oosterhoff says it's gone up over 42% over the last few years
Wainfleet Taxes Rise Next Year
The Township says a home valued at over $300,000 will pay another $134
OPP Appeal for Drivers to Come Forward
They understand a driver might not realize they might have hit someone or something on Highway 406 last week