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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Conferences, Courses, Fairs & Seminars
Tiimi toimimaan – Työyhteisön hyvinvointi ja erilaisuuden johtaminen
9.10.2025
– 28.5.2026
Online event
Online event
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Literature
Yhteinen tuokio runojen äärellä
21.10.2025
– 7.4.2026
Palosaaren kirjasto, Pikitehtaankatu 19-23, Vaasa
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Seminarier, föreläsningar och möten
How can I use digital tools for learning - Drop in guidance!
4.11.2025
– 30.6.2026
Datero grouproom, Kirjastonkatu 14, entrance from Kirjastonkuja
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Museums & Folklore
Biological ӏ Phenomena - 5.12.2025 – 12.4.2026 K.H.Renlund museum
5.12.2025
– 12.4.2026
Roosin talo, Pitkänsillankatu 39, Kokkola / Näyttelyhalli, Pitkänsillankatu 28, Kokkola
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Museums & Folklore
DesignbyKatrina Textilkonst
23.12.2025
– 27.8.2026
Rantalinna, Strandgatan 13V, Vasa
Topical
News
1.4.2026
Eco Bonus encourages Vaasa residents to take environmental action – applications now open!
To mark Vaasa’s Green Leaf year, associations and resident communities operating in Vaasa can apply for an Eco Bonus of €100–€1,000 for an event,...
30.3.2026
Nordic Energy Capital launches city-to-city collaboration phase in Vaasa
During EnergyWeek in Vaasa last week, the Nordic Energy Capital project reached an important milestone by hosting its first Transfer Event. The event brought...
25.3.2026
Guardian: Respond to the survey on school swimming instruction!
The City of Vaasa’s basic education services are gathering guardians’ thoughts and experiences regarding swimming instruction in schools. The survey is part...
25.3.2026
EnergyWeek 2026: When the World Stepped onto Vaasa’s Stage
EnergyWeek 2026 brought international focus to Vaasa as ambassadors, industry leaders, and global partners gathered for the event’s 14th edition. The opening...
