• Webinar: Fostering Anglo-Franco Settlement Connections

    Online

    Highlighting Existing Francophone Settlement Services in British Columbia Join the FREE webinar on highlighting existing Francophone Settlement Services in British Columbia! There will be presentations by Communaute Francophone Accueillante, Le Relais Francophone, College Educacentre with a Q&A period to follow. To register, click here 

  • YWCA ASPIRE Employment Information Session

    Zoom

    The YWCA Aspire Refugee Women Employment Program is now accepting applications for the Fall cohort, which starts Dec 9, 2024. 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 […]

  • Learn about provincial health insurance in BC (Webinar in Farsi)

    Zoom

    Join this workshop to learn about provincial health insurance in BC. Topics will include: Medical Services Plan Fair Pharmacare Regular Premium Assistance BC Healthy Kids Tele-Health Question & Answer Time Please click the link here to register

  • Info Sessions: Introduction to Professional Communication for Internationally Educated Nurses

    Online

    KPU is offering the Introduction to Professional Communication for Internationally Educated Nurses (PCIEN) course on the Richmond campus from January 7 to April 10, 2025. Please note: PCIEN is a free course for eligible participants! PCIEN is a performance-based course designed to assist internationally educated nurses improve communication for entry into professional practice; expand health […]

  • Canadian Citizenship Workshop

    Online

    Are you a permanent resident of Canada aspiring to become a Canadian citizen? Look no further! Join our comprehensive and engaging Canadian Citizenship Workshop to enhance your understanding of Canadian history, government, regions, and more. This interactive, informative, and supportive online event is designed to support you on your path to Canadian citizenship. Event Details: […]

  • Send us your Story! Dismantling Hate Documentary & Human Rights Day Event

    Human Rights Day Event: Dismantling Hate: A journey toward inclusion. When: December 10, 2024, 9AM Where: Online, register here Be featured in our Documentary! Submit your 3–5-minute video sharing experiences on: Incidents of discrimination, racism, or hate you have witnessed or experienced. How these experiences have shaped your life or work. Actions or solutions you […]

  • Wellness Workshop: Healthy Connection – Online

    Online

    Join the Wellness Workshop! This program is designed to support women refugee claimants through skill-building workshops and a hiring event, helping create accessible pathways to employment and integration.   Who Can Attend? We prioritize refugee and asylum-seeker women, ensuring they have the support needed to succeed.  Pre-Registration Required: Due to high demand, pre-registration is required. Participants […]

  • Caring for Our Elders: Navigating Services for Newcomer Seniors

    Online

    Join the Tri-Cities Local Immigration Partnership for a discussion focused on the specific needs of newcomer seniors and the services available to support them. During this panel, community speakers will address the unique challenges faced by newcomer seniors, sharing resources and insights on community engagement, social support, food security, and personal development. The discussion will […]

  • Community Event: Surrey Langley SkyTrain Open House – Virtual

    Online

    The Surrey Langley SkyTrain project will extend the Expo Line along Fraser Highway from King George Station in Surrey to the terminus station at 203 Street in Langley City Centre. Between November 28 and December 12, 2024, the Province of B.C. will share what we heard in the first round of engagement and present updated […]

  • My Refugee Claim – Hearing Ready Tours

    Online

    These programs are specifically designed to support women refugee claimants through skill-building workshops and a hiring event, helping create accessible pathways to employment and integration.   Who Can Attend? We prioritize refugee and asylum-seeker women, ensuring they have the support needed to succeed.  Pre-Registration Required: Due to high demand, pre-registration is required. Participants can register using […]

  • Stories of Impact Virtual Screening!

    Zoom

    Join us for the virtual screening of our newcomer storytelling project! Our "Stories of Impact" video storytelling project celebrates the diverse and vibrant stories of newcomer immigrants in Surrey, BC. Filmed in collaboration with Surrey Libraries and Library Champions, these inspiring short films delve into the stories of five immigrants (from India, Middle East, Africa […]

  • Resume Building Workshop for Newcomers!

    Online

    Are you a newcomer starting your job search in Canada and need support? If you're a newcomer looking to get into the workforce, you may need help with your resume, cover letter and applying for jobs! In this digital literacy workshop for newcomers, you will learn: The purpose of a resume versus a cover letter […]