Immigrants
It is natural for us to combine knowledge, languages and cultures. Vaasa is the second most international city in Finland.
Services for immigrants
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Early childhood education and care for children from different linguistic and cultural backgrounds and preparatory education for basic education
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Integration services
We provide guidance and counselling for individuals and families granted international protection and those who have got a positive decision to the asylum application. Our services include individual and group counselling. The guidance and counselling continues until the so called calculated compensation period comes to an end.
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Interpretation and translation services
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Library services for immigrants
Library is a place where everyone is welcome. In the library, you can spend time and meet friends. You can also read and borrow books. It does not cost anything to use the library.
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Meeting places
Would you like to get to know your neighbours? Are you looking for new friends? Do you sometimes feel lonely? Here are some examples of places where you can go to meet other people and spend time in good company!
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Welcome Office - Information and guidance for newcomers
Are you new in Finland? Welcome Office provides basic information in several languages on matters such as immigration, public services, integration, the Finnish society, language courses, working life and leisure activities. We provide general guidance and give advise on how you can settle in Vaasa on a step by step basis.
Events
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Recreation & Sports
Bara Bada Bastu cross country run cup
23.4.2025
– 12.10.2025
different places in Vörå
Topical
News
13.6.2025
A new mural, created in collaboration with young artists, now adorns the wall of a care home
New impressive artwork has been added to Vaasa’s streetscape. At the Youth Services street art camp, graffiti artist Tony Laine and a team of young people...
22.5.2025
LukuBattle reading challenge attracted hundreds of pupils: ‘60% of participants now read more’
The LukuBattle reading challenge, organised in schools across Vaasa, inspired hundreds of pupils to pick up a book. The challenge was part of the broader Lukeva...
30.4.2025
A new multi-purpose sports court to be built at Kasarmintori by autumn
A new multi-purpose sports court will be constructed at Vaasa’s Kasarmintori by autumn. The outdoor basketball and floorball court will be built next to the...
9.4.2025
Onkilahti Traffic Park will open on 2 May
The traffic park located in Onkilahti Activity Park in Vaasa will open again on Friday, 2 May.
