Join us for the seventh annual DIVERSEcity Entrepreneur & Small Business Fair on October 18, 2023, in Surrey,… Read more
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: Listening, learning and bridging Indigenous and newcomer communities
September 30, 2023
On National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, it’s important for DIVERSEcity’s leadership and staff to stop and centre… Read more
The rise of overdoses is a problem that affects all of us, in every community
August 31, 2023
On International Overdose Awareness Day, DIVERSEcity’s Substance Use Services calls to end the stigma on drug overdoses August… Read more
Congratulations to DIVERSEcity’s little learners from our Early Childhood Education Program
August 10, 2023
Congratulations to another group of graduating children from DIVERSEcity’s Early Childhood Education Program! Parents and children gathered at… Read more
Dean Lin is named one of the Top 25 Canadian Immigrants of 2023
August 3, 2023
In the 15th annual Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards, presented by Canadian Immigrant magazine and sponsored by Western… Read more
Toward building an inclusive British Columbia: Help fill gaps in BC government services
July 26, 2023
DIVERSEcity is encouraging the people we serve, our staff, our stakeholders and the community to share their voices!… Read more
We’re thrilled to announce the successful completion of our first two Choose to Move program cohorts! ![]()
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Choose to Move is a #free 12-week program that provides both group and individual support around integrating activity, daily routines, meeting new friends and making a positive change for older adults (age 55 and up)! ![]()
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Participants from both cohorts expressed gratitude for the opportunity to connect, set goals and embrace a healthier lifestyle. ![]()
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We look forward to continuing this meaningful journey with future cohorts! ![]()
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We are currently accepting participants for both #Punjabi and #English language groups! ![]()
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Register today! Phone 778-549-2863, email seniors@dcrs.ca or visit www.dcrs.ca/our-services/services-for-seniors/ ![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #seniors #SurreyBC #Delta #Newton #Guildford #ubc
Registration is OPEN for the highly anticipated Black in BC: Celebrating Black Excellence event! This #BlackHistoryMonth, join us at the Surrey Arts Centre on Friday, February 7, 3–7 pm for an evening of connection, learning and joy. ![]()
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We are pleased to welcome back master of ceremonies Michael Newman to guide our event featuring: ![]()
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🎤 Inspiring speakers ![]()
🎶Music and dance entertainment by Ndidi Cascade![]()
🙌 Limbo for All by King Fish![]()
🍴 Traditional cuisine ![]()
🌟 Black Brilliance Awards (nominations now open!) ![]()
⏰And more! ![]()
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Get your FREE tickets today! Visit: www.eventbrite.ca/e/black-in-bc-celebrating-black-excellence-2025-tickets-1141277354289?aff=oddtd... ![]()
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We are offering free exhibition tables to local Black organizations and businesses. For more information, please visit: www.dcrs.ca/about-us/organizational-impact/black-in-bc/ ![]()
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#surreybc #BHM2025 #BHM #ForPeopleForCommunities #blackexcellence #BlackinBC
Are you’re an #immigrant or #BIPOC aspiring #entrepreneur? We can help you navigate the small business landscape! ![]()
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Join the Diverse Entrepreneurs Business Incubator, a free 24+ week self-employment training program, networking hub and business incubation platform rolled into one. ![]()
Our award-winning program has three parts: ![]()
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1. Business Plan Writing Circle: Explore and plan your business in weeks 1–12 ![]()
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2. Business Startup Bootcamp: Put your business planning into action in weeks 13–24 ![]()
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3. One-on-One Support: Get ongoing personalized guidance as you launch your business ![]()
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Get all the details and register here: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/employment-programs/diverse-entrepreneurs/ ![]()
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Supported by TD![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #SurreyBC #Delta #NewtonBC #GuildfordBC #selfemployment #business #sidehustle #training #smallbusiness #smallbusinessowner
The deadline is fast approaching to nominate a Rising Star, Trailblazer or Luminary for DIVERSEcity’s 2025 Black Brilliance Awards! ![]()
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Nominations are OPEN for our Black Brilliance Awards, as part of our third annual Black in BC event, on February 7, 2025! ![]()
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With a theme of “Celebrating Black Excellence,” we want to take time out to recognize some of the bright stars who are making a difference in the community and advancing leadership, equity, culture and justice, in their fields or areas of expertise. ![]()
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There are three award categories: ![]()
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🌟 Rising Star Award (up to age 29): Recognizing a young leader, innovator or changemaker in the Black community whose potential is sky high. ![]()
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🌟 Trailblazer Award (age 30+): Recognizing a Black leader in business, community or the arts who is setting a bright path forward. ![]()
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🌟 Luminary Award (15+ years of impact): Recognizing a legend in the Black community who has spent 15+ years making an important impact in their field. ![]()
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The deadline to nominate is January 15, 2025. ![]()
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Fill out the nomination form here: www.dcrs.ca/about-us/organizational-impact/black-in-bc/ ![]()
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#BHM2025 #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackExcellence #BlackBrilliance #Awards #ForPeopleForCommunities
With a network of more than 300 professionals skilled in 88+ languages, including many rare ones, American Sign Language (ASL) and Indigenous languages, let DIVERSEcity Interpretation & Translation Services help you communicate without barriers! ![]()
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Whether it’s for in-person or virtual interpretation, or translating documents, transcriptions, videos and more, we can help you communicate across cultures and languages. ![]()
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Contact us at 604-597-1358, interpretation@dcrs.ca or visit www.dcrs.ca/our-services/interpretation-and-translation-services/