Calgary Christmas party for Canadian newcomers

Calgary Christmas party for Canadian newcomers

December 15, 2023 7:01 pm MST.

Newcomers to Canada celebrated the holiday season in Calgary with Santa Claus and Christmas carols. Danina Falkenberg learns the party is part of a language literacy program designed to help bring community and belonging to participants.

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