December 13, 2024

Archway Community Services – BC Safe Haven Program

Support for Refugee Claimants in the Fraser Valley: Safe Haven Refugee Claimant Support Services Archway Community Services is offering essential, free support for refugee claimants in […]
December 12, 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 […]
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 18, 2024

Impact North Shore – Free English Conversation Circles

Join Conversation Circles for Community Connection: Improve Your English and Build Connections If you’re a newcomer to Canada and want to improve your English in a […]
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 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 […]
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 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 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 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 […]
June 17, 2024

ICA / Vancouver Island RRT – Newcomers Navigating Healthcare Report

This report presents the findings and insights from conversations that took place at the ‘Newcomers Navigating Healthcare: A Community Dialogue’ held on April 14th, 2023, hosted […]
June 13, 2024

EVENT: World Refugee Day in Victoria, BC

The City of Victoria and partners are hostingWorld Refugee Day events which include Proclamation and Flag Raising Ceremony at Centennial Square in Victoria, along with a […]
June 12, 2024

ICA / Vancouver Island RRT – Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) resource guide

This resource guide has been produced by the Vancouver Island Refugee Readiness Team (RRT) and provides complete information on the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP). The […]
June 6, 2024

Metro Vancouver RRT – Comprehensive Guide to Healthcare in British Columbia: Resources for Newcomers and Providers

The Metro Vancouver Refugee Readiness Team (MVRRT) is focused on preparing the region for an increased influx of refugees, particularly from Afghanistan and Ukraine. Between 2022 […]