February is Black History Month in Canada, and this year, the theme is February and Forever: Celebrating Black… Read more
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Together Project comes to DIVERSEcity
February 10, 2022
DIVERSEcity is excited to bring the award-winning Together Project from Ontario to British Columbia. The Together Project connects… Read more
Reflection and Recognition during Black History Month
February 2, 2022
Recognizing the contributions of Black Canadians: DIVERSEcity February is Black History Month in Canada, and DIVERSEcity wants to… Read more
Happy Year of the Tiger from DIVERSEcity!
February 1, 2022
The Lunar New Year is here! DIVERSEcity would like to wish you and your loved ones a happy… Read more
Lunar New Year Paper Cutting
January 31, 2022
In ancient times, there was a monster called “Nian” that would show up every New Year’s Eve to… Read more
DIVERSEcity receives extended funding for our free mental health and substance use services
January 27, 2022
DIVERSEcity is one of 49 community organizations to receive extended funding to continue to provide free, affordable community… Read more
Get help and support as an immigrant parent! ![]()
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Join DIVERSEcity’s Immigrant Parent & Children Together (IMPACT) Parenting Program — a place for parents, caregivers and grandparents of children 0–6 years to get support on their parenting journey in Canada. ![]()
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Learn, bond and connect and get information and support on raising happy, healthy children in a new country. You will: ![]()
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👪 Learn about child development and behaviour ![]()
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👪 Improve your confidence and coping skills as a parent ![]()
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👪 Listen to guest speakers on nutrition and exercise, mental health, managing stress, technology, injury prevention and getting involved in your community ![]()
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👪 Practise your English language skills and connect with other parents ![]()
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👪 Access community resources and referrals ![]()
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👪 Bond with your children over activities such as circle time and field trips ![]()
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Registration is now open for sessions beginning in January 2025! ![]()
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Have any questions? Call 604-306-2314, email impact@dcrs.ca or register online via www.dcrs.ca/our-services/programs-for-children-and-families/impact-parenting-group/ ![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #parents #family #grandparents #newcomers
Youth from our Refugee & Immigrant Specialized Experience (RISE) Youth and Diverseyouth programs went and took in the Lights at Lafarge in Coquitlam. ![]()
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RISE Youth case worker, Sara shares that these outings help “to foster community connections [and] help youth feel more connected to their community and learn about the local culture.” ![]()
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Learn more about our Youth Programs here: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/youth-programs/ ![]()
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We hope you are all staying warm and safe this holiday season! ![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #youth #newcomer #RISE #community #SurreyBC #Delta #Newton #Guildford
Dumpling time with our Seniors Services! ![]()
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20 seniors plus two grandsons and two volunteers came together to create delicious dumplings! ![]()
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DIVERSEcity staff Lin led the activity, but the talent of all involved is evident in these photos! We are so lucky to have such talented seniors in our communities. ![]()
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Swipe to the end to see the impressive dumplings created! ![]()
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If you or a senior you know would like to be a part of activities like this contact seniors@dcrs.ca or visit www.dcrs.ca/our-services/services-for-seniors/ ![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #Seniors #SurreyBC #Newton #Delta #Guildford
Do you need help getting ready for your #citizenship exam? ![]()
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Get support as you prepare for the Canadian citizenship exam and join this 20-hour course, which will help you learn about Canadian history, heritage and culture, understand your rights and responsibilities as a new citizen and how to become an active citizen in your community! ![]()
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Open to permanent residents, this 10-week course happens every Wednesday, January 15 to March 19, 2025, from 6–8 pm (2 hours per week) online! ![]()
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For more information, contact Alka Vijh at avijh@dcrs.ca, 604-307-4071 or visit dcrs.ca/our-services/citizenship-preparation/ ![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #citizenship #course #residant #exam #canadian
Last week around 75 seniors from our Therapeutic Activation Program for Seniors (TAPS) felt the holiday spirit — albeit it a bit cold — on a special field trip to go on the Bear Creek Christmas Train! ![]()
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The seniors laughed, crafted fun hats, took photos with Santa and filled the air with Christmas carols — their favourite was We Wish You a Merry Christmas! ![]()
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For many seniors, volunteers and some staff, this was the first time they had ever been on the train or seen the elaborate light display put on by the City of Surrey at Bear Creek Park! ![]()
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If you or a senior you know would like to be a part of engaging community building field trips like this, contact seniors@dcrs.ca or visit www.dcrs.ca/our-services/services-for-seniors/ ![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #bctrains #Christmas #SurreyBC #Newton #Delta #Seniors #FREE #programs #services