Start it Right! Youth Employment Program relaunches for two more years International students and young temporary residents are… Read more
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DIVERSEcity hosts Rights in Focus forum to support migrant workers’ rights and wellbeing
November 13, 2024
Migrant and temporary foreign workers are important to Canada’s economy, supporting multiple industries like agriculture, forestry, fishing, hospitality… Read more
Congratulations to Dr. Sarah Beaulieu, the recipient of the Reconciliation in Action Award at the 2024 Awards of Impact
November 5, 2024
Dr. Sarah Beaulieu, Faculty Associate at the Community Health and Social Innovation Hub at the University of the… Read more
Congratulations to the winner of the Gender Equity Award, Dr. Farah Shroff, founder of Maternal and Infant Health Canada, at University of British Columbia.
November 4, 2024
Sponsored by Dupuis Langen Group, the Gender Equity Award honours an established leader, community group or organization that… Read more
Shelter Movers Vancouver was awarded the Strengthening Safety Award, sponsored by our past DIVERSEcity Board member Jane Shin, in honour of her mother, Myung-Bok Lee.
November 1, 2024
Shelter Movers Vancouver is a volunteer-run organization that is doing important, compassionate work in supporting survivors of gender-based… Read more
Congratulations to our two Inspiring Seniors Award winners Kusum Kundiwal and Peter Li.
October 30, 2024
DIVERSEcity celebrated as two of their senior volunteers each took home an Inspiring Seniors Award sponsored by Kwantlen… 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