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DIVERSEcity presents a cheque for $500 to Shakti Society.

DIVERSEcity creates spaces and conversations for women on International Women’s Day

March 6, 2020

International Women’s Day (March 8) is a day about moving women’s equality forward, empowering other women, as well… Read more

Winners of the LGBTQ+ January Marie Lapuz Youth Leadership Awards

February 3, 2020

Lebanese journalist and activist Norma Lize of Vancouver has won the January Marie Lapuz Youth Leadership Award top… Read more

Supporting Youth and Seniors Programs on Giving Tuesday

December 3, 2019

DIVERSEcity receives donation from New Horizons Village Society to build on programs for youth and seniors, including intergenerational… Read more

New funding will allow DIVERSEcity to help more people with its free, first-language mental health services

November 4, 2019

Meeting the demand for mental health and counselling services is an ongoing challenge with about 17 per cent… Read more

DIVERSEcity Entrepreneur & Small Business Fair

October 16, 2019

Helping newcomers and all emerging entrepreneurs plan, launch and grow their business Despite the rising number of immigrants… Read more

Start it Right! youth employment program launches

September 6, 2019

A new kind of youth employment program kickstarts careers for youth falling through the gaps International students and… Read more

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Did you know we have a variety of newcomer services available in #Pashto? Our newcomer support workers have gone through the immigration journey themselves and understand what you’re going through. They will start with a one-on-one meeting to understand your needs and hopes for you and your family in Canada. 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. Email newcomers@dcrs.ca call 604-507-6060 or visit www.dcrs.ca/our-services/settlement-services/ to find out more! #ForPeopleForCommuinity #settlement #newcomer #SurreyBc #NewtonBC #Guildford #services #free ... See MoreSee Less
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Get the latest skills in coding! For jobseekers with little to no prior programming experience, this Introduction to Python Coding three-day course, delivered by DIVERSEcity Skills Training Centre will jumpstart your coding or game design career dreams. You will: ☑️ Learn core and fundamentals coding concepts, such as variables, loops and functions ☑️ Develop problem-solving skills by creating real code ☑️ Design a simple game using Python’s Turtle Graphics ☑️ And more! This course takes place on January 28–30, 2025, from 9:30 am – 3:30 pm, in-person at DIVERSEcity. Subsidies may be available through WorkBC. Learn more about our latest course offerings and register at: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/skills-training-centre/ #SurreyBC #ForPeopleForCommunities #coding #python #course #skills #training #jobseekers ... See MoreSee Less
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This dynamic group from DIVERSEcity, including Neelam Sahota, Lenya Wilks, Vandna Joshi and Golnoosh and Meenu, are taking part in today�#betternotbitteritter Summit on mental health. Great dialogue and conversation on promoting wellbeing. Thanks @mijconsulting for creating this space! ... See MoreSee Less
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Are you applying for post-secondary and need some support? A journey to college or university can be overwhelming. Applications requirements vary depending on your past educational experience, and which institution and program you’re applying for. Join us to learn more about entrance requirements with a guest speaker from the Alpha International Education Institute. 📅 Tuesday, December 3, 2024 🕙 10 am – 12 pm 📍 Online For more information call 604-507-6060 or email newcomers@dcrs.ca or visit www.dcrs.ca/event-details/how-to-apply-for-college-university/ #ForPeopleForCommunities #free #workshop #college #university ... See MoreSee Less
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