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Understanding Ramadan – May 6 to June 4

May 6, 2019

Ramadan has begun for 1.8 billion Muslims around the world, including more than one million Muslims in Canada.… Read more

Rachna works in DIVERSEcity's finance department.

The Journey from Volunteer to DIVERSEcity Employee

April 10, 2019

Rachna was a senior manager in India’s banking industry for 18 years before moving to Canada in 2014.… Read more

Why Volunteering is a Good Thing — for your Life and Career

April 8, 2019

It’s National Volunteer Week this week, April 7–13, 2019, in Canada. It’s a time to recognize the important… Read more

Aina Arora’s Teaching Dreams

April 1, 2019

A client of DIVERSEcity’s Future Leaders Program, Aina Arora was the winner of the 2019 Youth Achievement Award… Read more

Message for up-and-coming women professionals on International Women’s Day

March 8, 2019

‘You got this,’ says DIVERSEcity’s CEO Neelam Sahota. It’s International Women’s Day on March 8, 2019, with a… Read more

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Volunteer opportunity! Test our new online resumé course!DIVERSEcity Language, Employment and Resource Network (learn) has just launched its first online self-paced course — How to Write a Successful Resumé!We are looking for employment service providers (career developer practitioners, employment coaches, job developers, etc.) to help us test out the course and provide valuable feedback to improve the experience for jobseekers.What’s involved:- Complete the online course as a participant by Wednesday, July 31, 2024 - Provide feedback via an online survey- Time commitment: Approximately two hoursWhat’s in it for you? - Make a valuable contribution to the career development field- Receive a $20 Starbucks gift card as a thank you! Once testing is complete and feedback is implemented, the course will be available for job seekers as part of our Career Development Journey course package. Your expertise and feedback are crucial in shaping a tool that will help countless jobseekers. Sign up here: forms.office.com/r/3pSLpfPp85#ForPeopleForCommunities #SurreyBC #volunteer #career #employment #survey #serviceprovider ... See MoreSee Less
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Straight from our newly released Green Guide for Newcomers, here are 15 suggestions to green David Suzuki Foundation. Our Green Guide is loaded with helpful tips and information on how to go greener and understand your role in protecting our planet! Tip # 1: Walk, cycle, scooter or skateboard! Choosing active transportation for getting around (including your commute) will help you and nature. Active transportation increases your physical activity, improves your mental wellbeing and saves you money. Stay tuned for our next tip, coming your way soon! We can't wait to share more sustainable living strategies with you! Take a look at our Environmental Resources page here and download the Green Guide for Newcomers www.dcrs.ca/resources/environmental-resources/#forpeopleforcommunitiesi#GreenGuideG#earthe#enviromentalisma#greenlivingiving ... See MoreSee Less
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Under DIVERSEcity’s new strategic plan, our fifth and final priority is Collective Impact and Advocacy.We are committed to strategically building our profile and visibility to increase awareness, engagement and support. By actively listening to and elevating the voices of individuals, we will share their concerns and advocate for their needs, positively impacting our communities and the people we serve.Learn more about this and all our priorities by downloading our full Strategic Plan at the link in bio. #ForPeopleForCommunities #SurreyBC #DIVERSEcity ... See MoreSee Less
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Under DIVERSEcity’s new strategic plan, our fifth and final priority is Collective Impact and Advocacy.We are committed to strategically building our profile and visibility to increase awareness, engagement and support. By actively listening to and elevating the voices of individuals, we will share their concerns and advocate for their needs, positively impacting our communities and the people we serve.Learn more about this and all our priorities by downloading our full Strategic Plan here: www.dcrs.ca/about-us/our-strategic-platform/#ForPeopleForCommunities #SurreyBC #DIVERSEcity ... See MoreSee Less
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It’s not too late to register your child for our summer camp program! If you have a child between the ages of 6 –12, this is for you! Enroll your child in our enriching School's Out Camp Connect Program this summer in Delta, BC. Running from Monday – Friday, 10 am – 2 pm, from July 15 – August 16, our program offers diverse activities that promote cross-cultural awareness, environmental responsibility, personal wellbeing and family involvement. Children will be taking part in games, crafts, library time and daily outdoor activities with a focus on hands-on, inquiry-based learning and building positive relationships. For more information email amann@dcrs.ca, call 604-597-0205 or visit www.dcrs.ca/our-services/youth-programs/child-and-youth-camps/ #ForPeopleForCommunities #summercamp #SurreyBC ... See MoreSee Less
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