Barno Matyakubova started at DIVERSEcity’s as a client — now she is an employee Here’s Barno’s story …… Read more
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DIVERSEcity and Surrey LIP at BC Reconciliation Awards
January 12, 2023
On January 12, 2023, the 2021 and 2022 recipients of the BC Reconciliation Award gathered at Government House… Read more
Cing’s Story: A refugee’s long journey
January 4, 2023
DIVERSEcity’s Refugee and Immigrant Specialized Experience (RISE) Program supports refugee and immigrant newcomer families experiencing complex barriers in… Read more
Hope for the holidays with H.E.A.L. program participants
December 16, 2022
Local artist Amun Grewall shares her inspirational word art with women from DIVERSEcity’s H.E.A.L. for Work program New… Read more
Building skills and connections for Ukrainian newcomers
December 12, 2022
South Fraser Refugee Readiness Team collaborated with DIVERSEcity Skills Training Centre to bring the FoodSafe course to newcomer… Read more
Sharing the stories of women survivors through DIVERSEcity’s Survivor-Centered Systems of Care Project
December 1, 2022
We’re in the #16days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, a time to talk about the realities of gender-based… 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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#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/