I Am Huron
I Am Huron
I Am Huron is a Huron County-wide initiative to showcase the diverse contributions that immigrants and newcomers to Canada make in our communities. The campaign aims to celebrate immigrants and highlight the positive impact they make in many different areas.
The campaign requested community nominations of immigrants who make an impact in their community, with an Immigrant Advisory Council subcommittee selecting seven exemplary individuals in 2025.
2025: I Am Huron campaign recipients
Iuliia
A community volunteer who led a response to help Ukrainian newcomers settle in Huron County, Goderich.
Tanya
An educator & community volunteer supporting other newcomers to Canada, Exeter.
Smitaben
A convenience store owner who has provided steadfast support for her family, Clinton.
Vraj
A 24-year-old retail-industry entrepreneur, Wingham.
Iqbal and Tahseen
Hotel owners & community volunteers, Goderich.
Lini
An entrepreneur who owns a thriving restaurant, Wingham.
Selection Process
Nominations were requested for a two-month period in March and April 2025. Nominations were completed online on a Huron County Connects form.
The Immigrant Advisory Council subcommittee met and reviewed the applications received. The group aimed to ensure a fair and inclusive selection process by balancing:
- Gender representation
- Date of arrival
- Country of origin
- Ages
- Recent and long-established immigrants
Additionally, the committee selected individuals based on their nomination application and the description of their:
- Contribution to Community & Society
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- Volunteer work and community service
- Entrepreneurial & Economic Impact
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- Contributions to the economy
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- Innovation in business or entrepreneurship
- Cultural & Artistic Contributions
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- Contributions in arts, music, literature, or other creative fields
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- Impact on cultural diversity and heritage preservation
Know someone who should be nominated for their contributions in a future I Am Huron campaign? Watch for the nomination opportunity in March 2026.
Background
The I Am Huron campaign was started in 2025 with guidance from the London Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership and their I Am London campaign.
The campaign builds on more than a decade of work in celebrating diversity in Huron County and addressing barriers that immigrants face when moving to our community.
It is hoped by highlighting immigrant and newcomer contributions, this campaign will draw greater attention to immigrant contributions, break down stereotypes and promote inclusivity.
The I Am Huron campaign is supported with funds from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, along with the County of Huron’s Economic Development department.