Getting mental health support in Finland can be tricky. But finding English-speaking therapists who understand immigrant issues is set to get easier in the future.

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Kuopio’s rising immigration strains integration services in a challenging job market

While municipalities are responsible for integration and employment, many arrivals also turn to NGOs for support.

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7 months ago

This is peak season for elk accidents, warns Fintraffic

Elks are Finland’s biggest mammals, weighing up to 700kg, so a collision can be extremely dangerous.

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7 months ago

Thousands of government-subsidised rentals sit empty across Finland, especially in Helsinki

Vacancies in state-subsidised rental housing rose in 115 municipalities last year, leaving a record number of units unused, the Ministry of the Environment reports.

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7 months ago

EU defence chief in Finland to discuss ‘drone wall’, foreign minister downplays risk

PM Orpo (NCP) says recent sightings “underline the importance of building the drone wall”, but Foreign Minister Valtonen (NCP) said there is “no reason for major concern now”.

7 months ago

Friday’s papers: Integration support allowance, tick fever surge, and sunny autumn weather

Government is considering a temporary integration support allowance for foreigners arriving in Finland who do not immediately enter employment, reported Iltalehti.