The Library Champions project is expanding to Vancouver Island. It is a volunteer project that links newcomers to local libraries. Library Champions is a 3-month online volunteer project that connects new immigrants to the library and the community. This project has trained 1,800 new immigrants who have reached out to over 100,000 people throughout the Lower Mainland over the past 10 years. Now expanding throughout BC, the Library Champions Project is collaborating with the Vancouver Island Regional Library to deliver a new cycle in May.

The Library Champions Project (LCP) is a part of the NewToBC initiative which aims to connect new immigrants with the information they need to settle in BC. This project, funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and managed by Public Library InterLINK, is open to Permanent residents of Canada who are interested in developing their English, communication and networking skills and want to give back to the community. Library Champions will learn about the range of programs, services, and resources available through libraries and community agencies within the region and share that information with other new immigrants.

Library Champions also make new friends and gain confidence. As a previous participant commented: “…I learned so much and am so grateful for this experience. It helped me see my blind spots and learn new skills. I got to familiarize myself with so many resources. I developed my network, and I even opened some doors for my professional development.”

An online information session for interested participants will be held on Thursday, January 19th at 6pm (PST)

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To learn more about the Library Champions Project and to access numerous other settlement resources, visit the NewToBC website>>