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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Support for Integration
Integration Services support you when you begin your life in Finland. We help with everyday matters, official services and navigating Finnish society. We offer advice, guidance and services that promote integration for individuals and groups. Our goal is to help you get a good start in your new home country.
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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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Seminarier, föreläsningar och möten
Syömishäiriö läheisten vertaisryhmä
8.1.2026
– 2.12.2026
FinFami Pohjanmaa toimisto, Kirkkopuistikko 31, 65100 Vaasa
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Seminarier, föreläsningar och möten
Äidit-keskusteluryhmä
13.1.2026
– 12.1.2027
FinFami Pohjanmaa toimisto, Kirkkopuistikko 31, Vaasa
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Seminarier, föreläsningar och möten
Äijä-kahvila mielenterveysomaisille
14.1.2026
– 13.1.2027
FinFami Pohjanmaa ry:n tiloissa, Kirkkopuistikko 31
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Seminarier, föreläsningar och möten
Suomenkielinen keskusteluryhmä
21.1.2026
– 20.1.2027
FinFami Pohjanmaan toimisto, Kirkkopuistikko 31, Vaasa
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Literature
Silent Book Club Vähänkyrön kirjastossa
27.1.2026
– 1.12.2026
Vähänkyrön kirjasto, Porinmäenkuja 1, Vaasa.
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Recreation & Sports
Sunday walk 5 km
1.2.2026
– 17.1.2027
Hovioikeudenpuistikko 15a, 65100 Vaasa, Suomi
Topical
News
11.9.2026
The new Vaskiluoto bridge for cyclists and pedestrians is now open
The new Vaskiluoto cycling and pedestrian bridge is now open to traffic. The boat channel between Kalaranta and the Inner Harbour is also back in regular use.
11.9.2026
Several swimming competitions at Vaasa Swimming Hall – check the exceptional opening hours
On Sunday 13 September, Vaasa Swimming Hall will close to the public early, at 15.00, due to swimming competitions. This autumn, Vaasa Swimming Hall will host...
8.9.2026
Konepajankatu level crossing to close temporarily on 10 September
Maintenance work will be carried out at the Konepajankatu level crossing, which will be closed overnight on Thursday 10 September. The closure will start at...
8.9.2026
Vaasa's pre-primary education curriculum is being updated – explore it and share your views!
The City of Vaasa's pre-primary education curriculum has been revised to align with the updated Basic Education Act and the national core curriculum for...
