DIVERSEcity’s 46th Annual General Meeting and Awards of Impact was a celebration of social impact! Last night, the… Read more
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DIVERSEcity announces Board of Directors for 2024–2025
September 25, 2024
DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society is pleased to announce the election of the Board of Directors for 2024–2025 at… Read more
DIVERSEcity and TD Bank work together to help immigrant and BIPOC entrepreneurs build businesses
August 29, 2024
Diverse Entrepreneurs Business Incubator helps diverse entrepreneurs plan, launch and grow their ideas Photo above: DIVERSEcity’s Florence Kao,… Read more
Congratulations to DIVERSEcity CEO Neelam Sahota on new designation
June 19, 2024
DIVERSEcity CEO Neelam Sahota completes ICD-Rotman Directors Education Program DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society would like to congratulate our… Read more
Creating a safe haven for refugee claimants and other vulnerable newcomers
May 14, 2024
DIVERSEcity is named lead contract holder for new provincial BC Safe Haven funding There is a growing number… Read more
Four local Black leaders recognized at inaugural Black Brilliance Awards
February 2, 2024
The Black Brilliance Awards were held at Black in BC: Celebrating Black Excellence on February 1 Kicking off… Read more
✨ EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT! ✨ ![]()
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DIVERSEcity’s Volunteer Program has been named a co-winner of the Best Nonprofit Employer Award – Volunteer Program – Over 20 Staff from Charity Village! ![]()
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DIVERSEcity’s Volunteer Program goes from strength to strength every year, providing approximately 250 people with volunteer opportunities at DIVERSEcity as well as in the community. ![]()
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For newcomers to Canada, especially, volunteering is a great way to help them succeed in Canada. They can gain experience, meet new people, learn about workplace culture norms, learn new skills and improve their communication. ![]()
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One of many volunteer-supported initiatives include our Bundle Up Campaign and our annual Income Tax Clinic for low-income Surrey residents where volunteers came in and assisted residents navigate the tax process. ![]()
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Thank you to CharityVillage for this honour and congratulations to our winning counterpart Covenant House Toronto!![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #charityvillage #awards #volunteers
Learn about Fraser Health services and enhance your understanding of vaccines! ![]()
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Join this in-person workshop led by a medical professional to enhance your understanding of vaccines, vaccine services and how to access immunizations. Arabic language support will be available. ![]()
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Happening in-person on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 from 1–2:30 pm at DIVERSEcity Surrey Community Campus! ![]()
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For more information call 604-306-8414 or email felmasry@dcrs.ca or visit www.dcrs.ca/event-details/unity-in-immunity-immunization-workshop-2/ ![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #SurreyBC #NewtonBC #deltabc #Guildford #Immunizations #cold #flu
DIVERSEcity Skills Training Centre has a full new slate of online courses for December 2024 to March 2025 to get you ready for the workforce with skills, information and confidence!![]()
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We’re also excited to introduce our new courses, Essential Self-Employment Skills and Introduction to Python Coding! ![]()
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Check out the new December 2024 to March 2025 schedule at: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/skills-training-centre/ ![]()
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#SurreyBC #ForPeopleForCommunities #skills #training #courses
Did you know we have a variety of newcomer services available in Arabic? ![]()
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Our newcomer support workers have gone through the immigration journey themselves and understand what you’re going through. ![]()
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They will start with a one-on-one meeting to understand your needs and hopes for you and your family in Canada. ![]()
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Together, you will create a customized settlement plan to help you and your family get the resources you need for education, housing, health care and employment. ![]()
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Email newcomers@dcrs.ca call 604-507-6060 or visit www.dcrs.ca/our-services/settlement-services/ to find out more! ![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommuinity #settlement #newcomer #SurreyBc #NewtonBC #Guildford #services #free
You don’t want to miss this important workshop happening this Thursday! ![]()
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Join this online workshop and learn about making a will, end-of-life planning and estates. Get help and guidance with creating, adapting and understanding this important legal document! ![]()
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When: November 21, 2024 ![]()
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Time: 10 am – 12 pm ![]()
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Where: Online via Zoom! ![]()
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Have questions call 604-507-6060 or email newcomers@dcrs.ca or find out more here www.dcrs.ca/event-details/will-workshop/![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #free #workshop