• BC Refugee Hub: Addressing Emotional Challenges During Uncertainty

    Online

    The BC Refugee Hub will be hosting a two-part webinar series designed to support organizations working with refugee claimants. This series will delve into trauma-informed practices, focusing on cultural sensitivity and the emotional challenges faced by refugee claimants. This series is especially valuable for those seeking to build a deeper understanding of the mental health […]

  • Board Fundamentals: Succession and Recruitment

    Zoom

    To maintain a committed team of qualified directors is one of the board’s biggest challenges. In this  workshop, you will learn to move beyond recruiting the average applicant by creating a strategic framework to identify, recruit, engage, and develop the talents of current and future board members. Learning Outcomes: By the end of this session […]

  • YWCA ASPIRE Employment Information Session

    Zoom

    Learn more about the YWCA Aspire Refugee Women Employment Program! Quick facts and highlights about the program: Since 2019, the Aspire program has been supporting self-defined refugee women in the community to jump-start a meaningful career in Canada Average program outcome 89% Language support for low LINC Spanish, Arabic, Farsi, Dari speaking participants Hybrid program, participants […]

  • Pathways to Kinship: Bridging Indigenous and Settler Communities

    DIVERSEcity is proud to present the "Together Against Hate" series of workshops, bringing together diverse community members and partners, including Indigenous partners, to foster authentic and courageous conversations about racism and hate. We want to encourage cultural exchange, build collective resilience and strengthen capacity for creating a more inclusive and united future. Pathway to Kinship: […]

  • Dosti Project Monthly Meetup – Social Mixer

    Solid State Community Industries 10326 Whalley Blvd Surrey, BC V3T 4H4

    🌈 Join Sher Vancouver's Dosti Project Monthly Meetup. This social mixer is a fantastic opportunity to connect with others and celebrate our vibrant community. Enjoy fun games and engaging ice breakers that will help us get to know each other better in a safe and inclusive space. Whether you’re a long-time attendee or new to […]

  • Future Leaders – Youth Employment Program

    Kickstart your career with this free, six-week program! DIVERSEcity’s innovative Future Leaders Youth Employment Program will help you: Explore different career options Improve your job search skills, including resumé writing and interview preparation Learn about workplace readiness, financial literacy, wellness and mindfulness Access one-on-one coaching and mentoring, including with industry professionals Connect to further training […]

  • Protecting & Enjoying Our Environment Workshop

    Online

    Join this online workshop and learn about the environment! Guest speaker Sandra Dumitras, from A ROCHA, will guide this workshop on: • Surrey’s priority areas in environmental protection • The benefits of buying and eating local food • Local species at risk and conservation efforts • Supporting and encouraging native pollinators • Recycling basics and […]

  • Focus on Seniors Webinar Series: How to Spot Nutrition Facts from Fiction

    Online

    Join online for this informative session presented by a Public Health Dietitian with Fraser Health.  We will discuss: Why it is important to spot nutrition misinformation Common beliefs behind misinformation 4 steps to help spot facts from fiction Register here

  • Sher Lotus: Tree of Strength – Art Therapy Session

    Gordon Neighbourhood House

    Discover your inner resilience with Tree of Strength, an interactive art therapy activity led by our dedicated volunteer, Simrit. Hosted by the Sher Lotus Support Group, this session is a journey of growth, creativity, and self-discovery, providing a safe and welcoming space for reflection and healing. Date: February 22nd, 2025 Time: 2:30 PM Location: Gordon […]

  • Workshop: Incorporating Art in the Work with Children – Expressive Arts Therapy to Support Neurodivergent Newcomer Children

    Zoom

    Expressive arts therapy has shown benefits for children across various developmental stages, as well as neurodiverse children who may struggle with traditional classroom settings and communication barriers. It allows for self-expression without the need for words, reduces overstimulation, and soothes the nervous systems, encourages creativity and collaboration, and provides a calming and structured activity that […]

  • Volunteering on (Non-Profit) Boards: Why and How to Join a Board

    Zoom

    Become a Board member of a non-profit organization! Learn more about what it means to be a non-profit board member and how you can contribute in a meaningful way – to benefit both you and your community! Volunteering on (Non-Profit) Boards: Why and How to Join a Board workshop is designed specifically to help people […]

  • ADHD – The Real Deal

    Online

    ADHD doesn’t just affect the person living with ADHD, it also affects those around them. As parents of kids living with ADHD, we can benefit from learning what ADHD is and how to support our kids. Dr. Duncan dispels some myths and explains how and why the ADHD brain works the way it does. Join […]