Services
1. Settlement Services
The staff at Eastman Immigrant Services (EIS) is pleased to assist all newcomers with permanent resident status or temporary residents. Let our settlement staff welcome you to your new community.
Services that will help you settle:
- Orientation about life in the Southeast Manitoba region
- Assistance with the Canadian Citizenship application
- English language training referrals
- Assistance with important documents such as: Manitoba Health, PR Card Renewal, Social Insurance Number (SIN), Child Tax Benefits, and other applications.
- Notary Public and Commissioner for Oaths
- Overview of Canadian law
- Referrals to local organizations
Book a service with a Settlement Facilitator:

Emily Schott | Settlement Coordinator / Communications Coordinator
Languages spoken: English, High German,
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Andrii Kovalskyi | Settlement Facilitator
Languages spoken: English, Russian, Ukrainian,
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Itrat Anwar | Settlement Facilitator
Languages spoken: English, Hindi, Russian, Bengali/Bangla,
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Sarah Simbi Nakure | Settlement Facilitator
Languages spoken: English, French, Swahili, Kinyarwanda,
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2. Employment Services
If you wish to update your resume or if you are looking for a job in the region, we can help you achieve your goals.
Book a service with an Employment Services Specialist:

Iryna Sosnii | Employment Lead
Languages spoken: English, Ukrainian,
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Keitel Hermoso | Employment Facilitator
Languages spoken: English, Tagalog,
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3. Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS)
The goal of SWIS is to assist newcomer families in every way possible so that they successfully integrate into the Canadian culture. We help these families to better understand the Canadian education system and are advocates in the schools and communities for these families.
We assist and provide the following services:
- School Registrations
- Homework Help
- Translation Services
- Assisting with Communication between Schools and Newcomer Families
- Needs-Assessment and Follow-Up
SWIS works very closely with the Settlement Workers of the Eastman Immigrant Services (EIS), who do the general assessment and assistance of the family. All of SWIS’ services are cost free, because it is funded by Immigration, Refugee, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
SEE UPCOMING SWIS EVENTSBook a service with a SWIS Worker:

Maria Zhosan | SWIS Lead
Languages spoken: English, Russian, Ukrainian,
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Tiffany Froese | SWIS Worker
Languages spoken: English, Spanish,
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Bruce Gasmena | SWIS Worker
Languages spoken: English, Tagalog,
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4. Eastman Region Immigration Partnerships (ERIP)
Eastman Region Immigration Partnerships are community-based partnerships that provide a collaborative framework to raise awareness around newcomers’ needs and engage a wide range of local actors in fostering welcoming communities; supports community-level research and strategic planning; improves accessibility and coordination of services that facilitate immigrant settlement and integration (settlement organizations and mainstream institutions).
SEE UPCOMING ERIP EVENTSGet in touch with us to learn about how ERIP can benefit you:

Sviatoslav Baliuiev | Eastern Region Immigration Partnership Coordinator
Languages spoken: English, Russian, Ukrainian, Polish,
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5. English For Work
Our free English for Work classes help immigrants build confidence and improve communication skills for the workplace and everyday life. Strong English skills open doors to better job opportunities and meaningful connections with your community.
Participants will receive an informal language level assessment to determine the best class placement. Lessons cover essential topics such as Canadian workplace culture, effective communication with coworkers, employee rights and responsibilities, workplace vocabulary, and more!
See the schedule and sign up for classes below:
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Barb Plett | English Teacher Lead
Languages spoken: English
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6. Volunteering
Southeastern Manitoba is known for its friendly residents. The welcoming spirit of people in the community is especially appreciated by newcomers and immigrants to the region.
The Eastman Immigrant Services volunteer program exists to create meaningful opportunities for volunteers to support newcomers who are transitioning to the Eastman Region. Through one-to-one contacts, small groups, and large community events, volunteers form an integral part of a positive settlement and integration experience.
We have a variety of volunteer positions available, including:
- Language Buddy (in-person or online)
- Citizenship Class Facilitator
- Settlement Partner
- Interpreter
- One-to-One Citizenship Tutor

Bijan Babaie | Volunteer & Integration Coordinator
Languages spoken: English, Persian (Farsi), Azerbaijani, Turkish,
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APPLY TO VOLUNTEER7. The HIPPY Program
The Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) program is a school readiness program offered to newcomer families with children ages 3, 4, and 5. Trained HIPPY Home Visitors come to your house to show you how to create a learning environment for your preschoolers and help you, the parent, prepare your child for success in the Canadian school system.
HIPPY is a 30-week program that provides books, educational materials and fun activities for mom or dad to do with their child. The curriculum is designed just for these ages. Parents can attend group meetings to meet other HIPPY parents, discuss their progress, learn about Canadian culture and have fun!
To register for the 2024-25 year, please click here: https://forms.office.com/r/V2VeAJU0xh

Donna Pae | HIPPY Coordinator
Languages spoken: English
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Angela Plett | HIPPY Home Visitor
Languages spoken: English
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Magali Escareno | HIPPY Home Visitor
Languages spoken: English, Spanish,
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Marjut Kontola | HIPPY Home Visitor
Languages spoken: English, Finnish,
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