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October 10 proclaimed as “Day of Inclusion”

October 10, 2023

In recognition and celebration of the 45th anniversary of DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society, the City of Surrey has… Read more

Plan, Launch, Grow: Unleash your potential at DIVERSEcity Entrepreneur & Small Business Fair

October 4, 2023

Join us for the seventh annual DIVERSEcity Entrepreneur & Small Business Fair on October 18, 2023, in Surrey,… Read more

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

Announcing the recipients of the 2023 DIVERSEcity Awards of Impact

September 29, 2023

DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society is pleased to announce the recipients of our 2023 DIVERSEcity Awards of Impact, held… Read more

DIVERSEcity Board of Directors is elected for 2023–2024

September 29, 2023

DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society is pleased to announce the election of the Board of Directors for 2023–2024 at… 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

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We are still buzzing from the energy at the DIVERSEcity x Minerva BC Women’s Leadership Forum last week! Thank you for everyone who joined us to #GrowLeadBloom. Watch the highlights and feel the inspiration! 🌸✨ Video created by Pebble Studio. Thank you to our sponsors! City of New WestminsterFortisBCKwantlen Polytechnic University AMSSA BCYWCA Metro Vancouver WorkBC and media sponsor Global News#ForPeopleForCommunities #SurreyBC #NewWestminister #IWD #WomensHistoryMonth #women #event #IWD2025 @minervabc ... See MoreSee Less
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On March 5, 2025, the King Charles III Coronation Medal was awarded to outstanding individuals in British Columbia during a ceremony at Government House in Victoria, BC, including DIVERSEcity’s Chief Executive Officer, Neelam Sahota.The Coronation Medal was created to mark the coronation of His Majesty King Charles III, and recipients represent a diverse group of individuals who have made significant contributions to British Columbia.Neelam was presented the award by the Honourable Wendy Lisogar-Cocchia, Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia.“I’m honoured to have been selected to receive the King Charles III Coronation Medal. Thank you to those who nominated me and to those who have walked along this journey with me. It is not lost on me, that I am receiving this medal during a time of increased division and tension across our nation and the world. I receive this medal humbly to honour the pioneers who endured so that first-generation Canadians like me could dream big, lead with courage and audacity to make a difference. I remain steadfast in my resolve especially during these times and will continue to work toward an abundant, inclusive and equitable country that we all deserve and need, not just for today but for future generations.”#ForPeopleForCommunities #SurreyBC #VictoriaBC #BC #BritishColumbia ... See MoreSee Less
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Do you need help filing your 2024 personal tax return?Attend one of our free tax clinics between February 24 and April 16, 2025, to help you prepare and file your tax return. Join us at DIVERSEcity Surrey Community Campus and various Surrey Libraries locations.For more information on dates and locations, please visit: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/community-connections/annual-income-tax-clinic/#surreybc #ForPeopleForCommunities #taxes #taxes2025 #TaxClinic #FREE #tax ... See MoreSee Less
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International Women’s Day is a day to celebrate women’s stories, achievements and breakthroughs. But growing threats to gender equality globally are making women’s rights and freedoms increasingly fragile. In today’s climate, Canadian women need to come together to reflect, discuss, act and advocate for progress. At our 2025 DIVERSEcity x Minerva Women’s Leadership Forum on March 6, we made space for this critical dialogue through panel discussions, networking and group activities. At the event, we also captured advice from a few of the incredible women leaders in attendance, asking them their thoughts on what women can do to thrive despite the ongoing challenges today. Watch our video featuring: 💐 Christie Sparklingeyes, one of this year’s panel speakers 💐 Matilda Williams-Obiajunwa one of our panelists last year 💐 Tina Strehlke, CEO, Minerva BC 💐 Neelam Sahota, FCPA, FCGA, ICD.D Sahota, CEO, DIVERSEcity This #InternationalWomensDay, let’s work together to #accelerateaction and help each other grow, lead and bloom! Share your ideas with us on how we can work together to uplift each other and advance gender equality for all women! #IWD2025 #GrowLeadBloom #ForPeopleForCommunities www.dcrs.ca ... See MoreSee Less
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Have you been the victim of a cyber hate crime or seen hate or violence online? You are not alone. According to Statistics Canada, cyber-related hate crimes increased from 92 to 219 reports and 71% of Canadians between 15 and 24 have been exposed to online hate or violence. Join our Together Against Hate Community Forum: Eliminating Racism for a Better Future and find a safe space to: 🤝🏼 Share your experience with online and in-person hate crimes 🤝🏼Take in a lively and timely panel discussion 🤝🏼Enjoy a yummy lunch 🤝🏼Engage in an interactive group activity! We would love to have some youth voices heard in this project, so we look forward to seeing you at the forum happening March 22, 2025, from 11 am to 4 pm at the Civic Hotel in downtown Surrey! Register for your #FREE ticket here www.eventbrite.ca/e/together-against-hate-forum-eliminating-racism-for-a-better-future-tickets-12... #ForPeopleForCommunities #Tah #youth #Cyber #digitalliteracy ... See MoreSee Less
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