At DIVERSEcity’s Annual General Meeting on September 25, 2019, we were honoured to have Baltej Singh Dhillon speak… Read more
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Start it Right! youth employment program launches
September 6, 2019
A new kind of youth employment program kickstarts careers for youth falling through the gaps International students and… Read more
6 back-to-school tips for newcomer parents
August 30, 2019
It’s time for back to school! Here are six quick tips and reminders for parents with kids heading… Read more
Government of Canada supports survivors of gender-based violence in British Columbia’s Lower Mainland
August 27, 2019
Ending gender-based violence is crucial in order to give everyone the same opportunities to join and grow Canada’s… Read more
DIVERSEcity is the new, exclusive sponsor of the LGBTQ+ January Marie Lapuz Youth Leadership Award
August 1, 2019
Sher Vancouver is pleased to announce that DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society is now the exclusive sponsor of its… Read more
Everyone Belongs Here on Canadian Multiculturalism Day
June 27, 2019
Today, June 27, is Canadian Multiculturalism Day, a day to celebrate the cultural diversity of Canadians, and the… Read more
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.![]()
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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.![]()
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Neelam was presented the award by the Honourable Wendy Lisogar-Cocchia, Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia.![]()
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“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.”![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #SurreyBC #VictoriaBC #BC #BritishColumbia
Do you need help filing your 2024 personal tax return?![]()
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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.![]()
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For more information on dates and locations, please visit: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/community-connections/annual-income-tax-clinic/![]()
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#surreybc #ForPeopleForCommunities #taxes #taxes2025 #TaxClinic #FREE #tax
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. ![]()
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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. ![]()
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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: ![]()
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💐 Christie Sparklingeyes, one of this year’s panel speakers ![]()
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💐 Matilda Williams-Obiajunwa one of our panelists last year ![]()
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💐 Tina Strehlke, CEO, Minerva BC ![]()
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💐 Neelam Sahota, FCPA, FCGA, ICD.D Sahota, CEO, DIVERSEcity ![]()
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This #InternationalWomensDay, let’s work together to #accelerateaction and help each other grow, lead and bloom! ![]()
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Share your ideas with us on how we can work together to uplift each other and advance gender equality for all women! ![]()
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Have you been the victim of a cyber hate crime or seen hate or violence online? ![]()
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You are not alone. ![]()
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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. ![]()
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Join our Together Against Hate Community Forum: Eliminating Racism for a Better Future and find a safe space to: ![]()
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🤝🏼 Share your experience with online and in-person hate crimes ![]()
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🤝🏼Take in a lively and timely panel discussion ![]()
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🤝🏼Enjoy a yummy lunch ![]()
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🤝🏼Engage in an interactive group activity! ![]()
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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! ![]()
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Register for your #FREE ticket here ![]()
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It was an absolute joy to welcome a room full of diverse women uplifting each other at yesterday's DIVERSEciMinerva BCva BC's Leadership Forum! ![]()
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Captivating speakers, authentic dialogue, inspiring information, plus fun, food and flowers!![]()
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Here are a few photos from the event from the amazingPebble Studioble Studio!![]()
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Thank you to all the supportiveCity of New WestminsteresFortisBC Kwantlen Polytechnic UniversityUniAMSSA BC, YWCA Metro Vancouver VWorkBCer, WorkBC and mediGlobal BC Global BC![]()
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Happy International Women#ForPeopleForCommunitiese#IWD2025n#growleadbloom #growleadbloom