This page gathers useful information for you who are moving to Ranua or are already living here as an international resident. On this page, you will find comprehensive information about the municipality’s services and everyday support systems.
is a cozy ‘living room’ for all adults, regardless of nationality or background. Come and spend relaxed and fun Tuesday evenings in good company! We will chat in Finnish, do handicrafts, play table tennis or board games – and laugh a lot! If you want, we can lend you knitting needles and yarn and teach you how to knit. Come as you are, and bring your friends along! No registration required. We meet on Tuesdays from 4 PM to 6 PM at the Multipurpose Center Kerkkä, at the Giant’s Stairway, Aapiskuja 8C. Door C2.
For more information: Riikka-Maija Gardemeister riikka-maija.gardemeister@edu.ranua.fi
This nonstop course is free and open to everyone, so you can join at any time. The lessons are held on Wednesdays from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Multipurpose Centre Kerkkä, Aapiskuja 8C. Door C3. Registration and more information: teacher Riikka-Maija Gardemeister riikka-maija.gardemeister@edu.ranua.fi
The General Guidance Point is open on Tuesdays from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM at the Ranua Technical Office, Keskustie 30.
At the General Guidance Point, you can get information about everyday life in Ranua and the municipality’s various services. We can assist you, for example, with different documents and forms.
You can pop in without an appointment, but we recommend making an appointment by calling Viivi Sarajärvi at 040 635 2505 or by email at viivi.sarajarvi@ranua.fi.
The municipality of Ranua provides services in accordance with the Integration Act for those who have moved to Ranua.
In Ranua, integration services are the responsibility of the Technical Office (Tekninen osasto), Keskustie 30.
Schools, kindergartens, health center, shops, postal services, pharmacy, etc.