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  • Brandon Locals

    Welcome to brandonlocals! Brandon is made up of people, cultures, experiences, and ideas from all around the world! Follow along for local stories, community events, helpful information, opportunities to get involved, and more about what’s happening in our city. Because…

  • Jamaican Flag Raising Ceremony

    Jamaican Flag Raising Ceremony

    The Brandon Local Immigration Partnership (BLIP) was pleased to join community members and partners for the Jamaican flag-raising ceremony in Brandon. The event was a meaningful opportunity to celebrate Jamaican culture, heritage, and the contributions of the Jamaican community to…

  • Cultural Brokers Training Session at Westman Immigrant Services

    Cultural Brokers Training Session at Westman Immigrant Services

    The Brandon Local Immigration Partnership (BLIP), in collaboration with Cultural Brokers, supported the delivery of a Cultural Brokers Training session at Westman Immigrant Services (WIS). The training focused on strengthening the capacity to better support newcomers by deepening their understanding…

  • Multicultural Festival

    Multicultural Festival

    BLIP proudly participated in the recently concluded Multicultural Festival, celebrating the diverse cultures that shape Brandon and the Westman region. BLIP’s involvement: • Increased visibility of newcomer-serving initiatives • Strengthened partnerships with cultural associations and community organizations • Promoted inclusive…

  • Multicultural Secretariat Collaboration

    Multicultural Secretariat Collaboration

    BLIP’s participation in Multicultural Secretariat gatherings demonstrates ongoing provincial alignment and systems collaboration. Participation contributed to: • Cross-sector dialogue on equity and inclusion strategies • Knowledge exchange on best practices • Alignment between local and provincial priorities • Strengthened partnerships…

  • Global Café

    Global Café

    BLIP participated in the Global Café, an interactive community forum that brought together diverse voices to share perspectives, experiences, and ideas for strengthening inclusion. Through facilitated dialogue and collaborative discussion, BLIP: • Amplified newcomer voices • Gathered insights to inform…

  • Francophone Community Engagement

    Francophone Community Engagement

    BLIP’s involvement in Francophone initiatives reinforces our commitment to linguistic inclusion and equitable service access. This engagement: • Elevated Francophone newcomer voices • Strengthened French-language partnerships • Increased awareness of culturally and linguistically appropriate supports • Contributed to inclusive service…

  • Cultural Connections

    Cultural Connections

    BLIP’s Cultural Connections event convened newcomers, community leaders, service providers, and residents to foster intercultural dialogue and shared understanding. The initiative created intentional space for: Cross-cultural relationship building Information sharing between agencies and residents Increased awareness of available services Strengthened…

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About Us

Brandon Local Immigration Partnership (BLIP) continues to serve as a strategic convener and collaborator, advancing inclusion, strengthening partnerships, and enhancing newcomer integration across Brandon and the Westman region. 

Through active participation in community events and cross-sector initiatives, BLIP supports social cohesion, community capacity building, and alignment between local and provincial priorities. 

BLIP Coordinator

Efemena Esosuakpo brings a strong foundation in customer relations, Business Administration, and Supply Chain Management to her role, complemented by expertise in communication, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement. She collaborates closely with service providers, employers, community organizations, and local leaders to identify settlement gaps, coordinate responsive initiatives, and support evidence-informed planning that promotes equity and belonging.

She is deeply committed to cultivating partnerships that generate meaningful and sustainable impact. Through intentional dialogue and cross-sector collaboration, Efemena works to ensure newcomer perspectives are meaningfully reflected in community planning and decision-making processes.

Under her leadership, the Brandon Local Immigration Partnership (BLIP) continues to advance inclusive policies, strengthen workforce integration strategies, and champion community-driven solutions that contribute to long-term social and economic growth.

Our Mission

Through coordination, collaboration, and community engagement, Brandon Local Immigration Partnership (BLIP) facilitates opportunities for the successful long-term settlement and integration of immigrants and newcomers to Brandon

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Our Vision

The City of Brandon is a welcoming diverse space that fosters a multicultural identity and provides the foundation for growth and development. A community bonded together by a shared purpose where all residents can aspire to live their best lives.

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