It aims to establish connections with Surrey-based professional immigrant networks. It also works to improve collaborations between cultural groups and networks, while improving Surrey LIP stakeholders’ awareness about and connections with ethnic and immigrant professional groups.
Last Updated: 2021
Afghan Benevolent Association of BC
Details: To unite the Afghan community and provide assistance in various ways which will improve the quality of their lives in Canada.
Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC - Immigrant Chapter
Details: To maintain, improve and increase the knowledge, ability and competence of technologists and technicians.
Association of Filipino Canadian Accountants - BC Chapter
Details: To promote professional development and continuing education among members, and to promote personal development among members and facilitate their assimilation in Canada’s professional markets.
Association of Chinese Cultural Promotion
Details: Social and recreational activities to promote multiculturalism. Lectures, photography exhibits, forums, Chinese holiday celebrations and more.
BC Muslim Association
Details: Community services include Hajj, dawah work, dealing with media and issues affecting Muslims, marriage and counselling services, youth services and halal certification program. Dedicated to developing and maintaining religious, cultural and educational facilities for present community and future generations.
BC Organization of Caribbean Cultural Associations
Details: Representing the concerns and interests of Caribbean nationals and neighboring countries, former nationals and their families living in BC. Promote awareness of Caribbean culture and presence in BC through events, meetings and networking.
Brazilian Community Association
Details: To preserve and represent the Brazilian Culture. Bring together and support the Brazilian community living in British Columbia.
C3 Korean Canadian Society
Details: Community organization of volunteers who embrace cultural diversity and work co-actively with each other groups to bridge the Korean and Canadian communities by providing cultural, educational and volunteer resources. Events for teens, mentoring for young professionals, and new services for Korean seniors.
Canada-China Society of Science and Technology
Details: Promote scientific and technical cooperation and personnel exchanges between the two countries, Canada and China; while helping overseas Chinese professionals to equal opportunities in Canada.
Canada Korea Business Association
Details: Our mission is to promote, foster and encourage trade, business and exchange between Canada and Korea for the benefit of our members.
Chinese Canadian Information Technology Association
Details: To support Chinese information technology professionals working in BC.
Chinese Real Estate Professionals Association of BC
Details: CREPA aims to advance the interests of licensed Chinese real estate practitioners and other real estate related professionals.
Chinese Village Club
Details: Social and recreational activities to promote multiculturalism.
Chinese Benevolent Association of Vancouver
Details: For more than 100 years, the Chinese Benevolent Association aims to promote Chinese equality and understanding of other community groups. Social activities, events and fundraising to promote multiculturalism are a part of this association.
Exatec Alumni Association
Details: Alumni association from the Tecnologico de Monterrey school in Mexico. Over 200 alumni in the Vancouver chapter.
Filipino Association in BC
Details: The main goal of the association is to provide strong and unified voice for Filipinos and Filipino Canadians in British Columbia.
Filipino Canadian Construction Society of BC
Details: To connect and support Filipino individuals working in the construction industry. Education, networking and lobby group.
The Filipino Social Workers Association of BC
Details: Networking and strengthening relationships and profile of Filipino social workers in BC.
Fraser Valley Indo-Canadian Business Association
Details: To connect community members and provide a platform for growth and success. Ultimately, our goal is to encourage and inspire our community to achieve more.
Global Peace Alliance Surrey Society
Details: Multicultural events and activities promoting peace, with settlement services offered to refugees and immigrants.
Hanin Young Professionals and Entrepreneurs
Details: To promote those who directly or indirectly service the needs and interests of the Korean-Canadian community, in the spirit of “paying it forward”.
Hua Xia Multicultural Society
Details: Educational, cultural and social programs designed to promote intercultural dialogue, awareness and to respect for diversity. Programs for seniors available. Chinese language classes also available.
Indian Institute of Technology Alumni - Vancouver
Details: To network and support alumni from the Indian Institute of Technology living in BC.
Iranian Engineers of BC Association
Details: Independent organization which strives to serve Iranian engineers residing in BC.
Korean Women's International Network
Details: To exchange experiences and information, to support, to network and to foster strength among Korean-Canadian women.
Latincouver
Details: Latincouver is a meeting place, hosting business, social and cultural events throughout the year. Programs promote access and learning about Latin America and B.C. Professional connections are made and entrepreneurs get the help they need for their businesses to grow and succeed.
Lebanese Canadian Society of BC
Details: To establish ties of loyalty and mutual respect between its members and the people of Canada, and to contribute to the development and progress of this country. To provide the opportunity for members to gather in fellowship together, primarily on a social basis.
Mandarin Seniors Group
Details: Recreational community group for Chinese Seniors on Thursdays.
Middle Eastern Friendship Centre
Details: Settlement, immigration and refugee services, English learning classes, resource referrals and more – focussing on Arabic speaking individuals.
Muslim Food Bank and Community Services
Details: Settlement and refugee services, youth services, and more.
Muslim Youth Centre
Details: Recreational and educational programs for Muslim youth.
National Association of Asian American Professionals
Details: The National Association of Asian American Professionals is a non-profit organization that cultivates and empowers Asian & Pacific Islander leaders through professional development, community service, and networking.
Nepali Women's Association of BC
Details: The Nepali Women’s Association of BC is a network of women building social support to celebrate, honour, and advocate for women & children.
Punjabi Market Association of BC
Details: A Vancouver based association representing Punjabi businesses and owners throughout B.C. Current President is Daljit S. Sidhu and founder is Kewal Pabla. Newcomers welcome to contact if interested in starting a business in BC.
Sharif University of Technology Association
Details: To support alumni of the Sharif University in BC.
Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology - Immigrating Women
Details: Association that promotes, encourages and empowers women and girls in science, engineering and technology.
Society of Internationally Trained Engineers in BC
Details: Represent the interests of BC’s internationally trained engineering community (ITEs).
Society of Iranian Canadian Professionals in BC
Details: Achieve greater alignment and integration of the Society’s professional membership with the Canadian socio-economic structure.
Society of Punjabi Engineers and Technologists of BC
Details: Promotes the engineering profession in the Punjabi community. For immigrant professionals it is especially a great way to network and create contacts.
South Asian Bar Association of BC
Details: Supporting the local South Asian community, promoting the professional development of South Asian lawyers, paralegals and law students, and representing the interests of South Asians locally, nationally and internationally.
South Asian Business Association of B.C.
Details: Events and meetings provide networking opportunities and bring individuals from diverse backgrounds together.
Surrey-Delta Indo Canadian Seniors Society
Details: Social, cultural, language and health services for South Asian seniors.
Taiwanese Canadian Cultural Society
Details: To educate and assist new immigrants; to contribute to multiculturalism; to introduce Taiwanese culture to Canadians.
T.i.E
Details: Mentorship programs, meetings and events dedicated to generating and nurturing young entrepreneurs in Surrey and Vancouver. Professionals willing to mentor come from a variety of ethnicities and speak many different languages, including Arabic.
University of the Philippines Alumni Association
Details: To connect and support alumni residing in BC. Hosts educational and recreational events, that foster cohesion and inclusion in Canadian society.
Vietnamese Community Workers Support Network
Details: Meeting professionally and socially on a regular basis, members share information, support each other’s initiatives and celebrate their contributions to a thriving and positive Vietnamese identity in Canadian society.
White Rock and South Surrey Chinese Society
Details: Assist Chinese families in adapting to Canadian life and building local connections in White Rock and South Surrey of BC.
White Rock and South Surrey Newcomers Club
Details: Welcome immigrant and refugee women to the White Rock and South Surrey area, acquaint them with their new city, and promote friendship among members. Available to White Rock and South Surrey residents only.
White Rock Muslim Association
Details: Educational and recreational activities for Muslim adults and youth.
Zambian Canadian Association of Family and Friends in BC
Details: Zambians and friends in BC share and celebrate the rich Southern African Culture with Canadians and other nationalities living in BC. Social events and networking.
Surrey LIP is managed by DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society.