November 21, 2024

SUCCESS – BC Safe Haven Program: Courthouse Orientation and Tour

Are you a refugee claimant or asylum seeker living in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, or Ridge Meadows? Take part in a free in-person Courthouse Orientation […]
November 20, 2024

SUCCESS – BC Safe Haven Program: Volunteering in British Columbia

Discover the Benefits of Volunteering: Join Our Free Virtual Workshop Are you a refugee claimant or asylum seeker residing in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, or […]
November 19, 2024

MAP-BC and Greater Vancouver Food Bank (GVFB): Refugee Claimant Referral Form

Thanks to the collaboration between MAP-BC and the Greater Vancouver Food Bank (GVFB), refugee claimant clients without ID or proof of address can now be referred […]
November 18, 2024

MOSAIC: Navigating Healthcare in BC as a Newcomer

If you’re a newcomer to British Columbia, understanding how to navigate the healthcare system is crucial. Join MOSAIC in partnership with the UBC Medicine Refugee Health […]
October 30, 2024

KCR Community Resources: BC Safe Haven Program

KCR welcomes refugee claimants and asylum seekers. The BC Services and Assistance for Humanitarian and Vulnerable Newcomers (BC SAF HAVEN) program is designed to provide comprehensive […]
October 28, 2024

ISSofBC: BC Safe Haven Program

The BC Safe Haven Program by ISSofBC offers free settlement and job search support in Vancouver and Burnaby. It provides English language training at five locations: […]
October 23, 2024

Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada: New national toll-free phone number

The IRB has launched a new national toll-free number, 1-833-931-5121, which provides access to all divisions and the My Case help desk in English or French. […]
October 21, 2024

Frog Hollow: Empowering Entrepreneurs: Free Business Workshop for Newcomers in BC

Sunrise Welcome Place is offering a free Employment Workshop on how to start a business in British Columbia on October 31, November 14, and November 28, […]
October 18, 2024

PIRS: BC Safe Haven Program

The Safe Haven Program by the Pacific Immigrant Resources Society supports newcomer women who are asylum seekers or refugee claimants in Canada. It provides access to […]
October 3, 2024

Chimo Community Services – City tour in Richmond

Chimo Community Services is hosting a free city tour in Richmond on October 18, tailored for refugee claimants and newcomers with PR or CUAET status. The […]
October 2, 2024

BC Refugee Hub – Webinar: Introduction to the BC Safe Haven Program and Safe Haven Resource Network

This webinar took place on October 29, 2024. This recorded webinar introduces the BC Safe Haven Resource Network—a collaborative initiative providing indirect support to organizations that […]
September 26, 2024

Chimo Community Services – FREE English Conversation Circles

Chimo Community Services is offering a free English Conversation Circle designed to enhance language skills and fosters community connections for eligible participants, including Permanent Residents, refugee […]
September 19, 2024

BC Refugee Hub – BC Safe Haven Program Service Directory

This Directory of Services, curated by the BC Refugee Hub, highlights the service providers in BC for the BC Safe Haven program, detailing the vital assistance […]
September 18, 2024

DIVERSEcity – BC Safe Haven program – Upcoming Workshops

DIVERSEcity’s BC Safe Haven program is offering free workshops designed to support asylum seekers and refugee claimants as they navigate life in Canada. These workshops provide […]
September 17, 2024

IRB – Forward Regulatory Plan: 2024 to 2026

Explore the latest updates on modernizing the Immigration and Refugee Board’s (IRB) Rules for the Immigration Appeal Division (IAD) to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of […]
September 16, 2024

AMSSA – Information Sheet on Supports for Refugee Claimants

As the needs of newcomers to BC changes and grows, the new BC Newcomer Services Program (BCNSP) and the new BC Services and Assistance for Humanitarian […]
September 16, 2024

DIVERSEcity – BC Safe Haven Program: English Language Training in Delta for Refugee Claimants

DIVERSEcity’s BC Safe Haven program provides English language training to support refugee claimants on their journey. These training sessions are free English classes specifically for refugee […]
September 13, 2024

Options – Comprehensive Support for Refugee Claimants and Vulnerable Newcomers

The BC SAFE HAVEN program, offered by Options Community Services, provides support for refugee claimants and vulnerable newcomers. This wrap-around service is designed to meet urgent […]
September 10, 2024

Options – Pre-Employment Series for Refugee Claimants

Options Community Services is hosting a comprehensive Pre-Employment Series aimed at supporting refugee claimants as they navigate the Canadian job market. Taking place this September, the […]
September 4, 2024

Burnaby Neighbourhood House – Beginner English Conversation Circle

Burnaby Neighbourhood House is offering a Beginner English Conversation Circle to help newcomers improve their English conversational skills in a friendly and welcoming environment. The sessions […]