About WIS
Westman Immigrant Services (WIS) is a non-profit organization and registered charity here to support the social inclusion and economic inclusion of refugees and newcomers in the Westman Region and across Rural Manitoba.
Land Acknowledgement
At WIS, we respect the treaties that were made on these lands and we acknowledge that WIS has offices located on Treaty 1 and 2 territories, which are the ancestral lands of the Dakota, Anishanabek, Oji-Cree, Cree, Dene peoples and is the homeland of the Métis nation. We respect and acknowledge the history, land and the people of this area. WIS is committed to moving forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of reconciliation.
Our Vision, Mission, and Core Values
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
To serve our mission we are committed to fostering an environment of belonging, creating space for diverse perspectives, and empowering everyone to use their voice.
Anti-Racism
Westman Immigrant Services (WIS) is committed to creating an inclusive environment for employees free from racism, by fostering values of respect and fairness among all its stakeholders. Any intentional or unintentional behaviour and exclusionary group dynamics overt or subtle, deemed discriminatory on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, or cultural background, has no place in WIS, and will be met with zero tolerance.
