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We are an Employee Resource Group aspiring to equip the newcomer and long-standing international employee community at Queen's with the resources needed to thrive in a new country, a new culture, and a new environment. Meet our organizing committee.

We are committed to: 

  • Building a robust social and supportive community for new and longstanding international employees;
  • Providing a platform for professional development and networking; and
  • Partnering with other Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) across Queen’s to expand newcomers’ and long-standing international employees’ circle.

Our Community

Our ERG is open to all groups of employees at Queen's including but not limited to:

  • Faculty
  • Staff
  • Post-doctoral researchers
  • Visiting scholars
  • Graduate students with dual student/employee roles
Join us

Stories of Belonging and Social Connection

A project funded by the Matariki Network, ‘Stories of Belonging and Social Connection: A Micro-video Series Introducing Employee Resource Groups,’ features a series of videos spotlighting the university’s Employee Resource Groups (ERG) and how they connect to the broader themes of belonging, social connection, inclusion, and employee wellbeing at Queen’s. The video project, shot and edited by Queen’s students, was in conjunction with partners from the University of the Western Cape (Cape Town, South Africa).

Welcome to Kingston App

Recommended by the City of Kingston , the Welcome to Kingston app is a helpful guide for newcomers immigrating to Kingston, Ontario, Canada.

Key Features:

  • Find essential local resources, from healthcare to housing.
  • Connect with community organizations ready to assist you.
  • Stay informed about cultural events, festivals, and activities. 
  • Access support in more than 15 languages. 

Download on the App Store Get it on Google Play