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10 <br /> <br />Respondents were also asked, “What are the topics around inclusion that matter most to you?” <br />• Open communication <br />• Economic development (businesses and jobs) <br />• Inclusive and culturally representative activities <br />• Diversity <br />• Affordability <br />• Concern for taxpayer dollars spent on inclusion/welcoming efforts <br /> <br />When asked, “What would tell you a community is inclusive?” respondents shared a variety of <br />thoughts, including: <br />• Representation at events, within the business community, and in government <br />• Accessibility and walkability <br />• Variety of community activities that represent everyone <br />• Effective and open government communication <br />• Multiple languages utilized by city government <br />• General feeling of friendliness <br /> <br />Respondents were asked, “What do you think would make Little Canada a stronger, more <br />inclusive community?” <br />• More community engagement <br />• Education about other cultures <br />• Affordable housing <br />• Enhance infrastructure for transportation and walkability <br />• Translation services <br />• More awareness of city information <br />• Casual community conversations and listening sessions <br /> <br />Respondents were asked to provide ideas for activities the Little Canada community could offer <br />to encourage a more welcoming environment for all cultures. Respondents provided a variety of <br />ideas, with the following themes woven throughout: <br />• Cultural events and programs that highlight diverse voices <br />• Additional sports programs and partnerships <br />• Volunteer opportunities to bring the community together <br />• Family-friendly events or events with offerings for both adults and children <br /> <br />Individual Stakeholder Interview Themes <br />17 individual interviews were conducted over several months. Interviewees were asked the same <br />set of questions, with the following themes emerging from discussions. <br /> <br />Similar to the inclusion survey, respondents were asked, “What does inclusion mean to you and <br />the community/customers you serve/represent?” <br />• Acceptance is being invited to the party; Inclusion is being asked to dance. <br />• Inclusion is knowing what resources are available and how to get them. <br />• Inclusion is showing up as one’s authentic self and a feeling belonging within the <br />community <br />• Inclusion is representation