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June 17, 2024
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
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
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
This document produced by the Metro Vancouver RRT is a Comprehensive Guide to Healthcare in British Columbia: Resources for Newcomers and Providers. The document is also […]
June 5, 2024
New program funding from the provincial government, BC Services and Assistance for Humanitarian and Vulnerable Newcomers (BC SAF HAVN) supports the social and economic integration of […]
May 24, 2024
You are cordially invited to join MAP BC for our World Refugee Day 2024 celebration. When: June 20th, 2024 Time: 11 AM to 3 PM Where: […]
April 25, 2024
Explore a Welcoming Haven: LGBTQI2S Services at the Immigrant Welcome Centre. The Immigrant Welcome Centre in Victoria extends a warm embrace to individuals from diverse backgrounds, […]
March 21, 2024
This comprehensive resource hub is designed to assist individuals and families in accessing vital information and support related to housing communities in the Interior-Thompson Okanagan region […]
March 15, 2024
The City of Delta has released this Newcomer’s Guide to help support in the settlement of newcomers to the city. The guide includes a list of […]
September 6, 2023
Join Options Community Resources for their Pre-Employment Series for Refugee Claimants. Sessions start from September 7th to September 21st. For registration and more information, contact Lesley […]
August 9, 2023
What movesyou?The Ride for Refuge, a family-friendly fundraising bike + walk in support of local charities serving people seeking hope, safety, and freedom. Join Journey Home […]
June 16, 2023
As Canada’s rental market tightens, refugees face significant housing challenges. You can help by renting out spare bedrooms or sharing part of your home to provide […]
May 23, 2023
Founded in 2018, The Eyeglasses Project provides eyecare services free of charge for marginalized individuals. With eye exams and prescription glasses free of charge, The Eyeglasses […]
March 31, 2023
Developed by the BC Refugee Hub, in partnership with AMSSA’s BC Refugee Resource Network (BC RRN), the following housing data tables show regional housing costs in relation […]
March 30, 2023
Published on March 21, 2023, this report explores how religious institutions affect refugee settlement in Kelowna, a mid-size city in British Columbia. Abstract: Canada is a […]
September 26, 2022
This journal article published in Canadian Psychology on settlement integrated refugee mental health program. This was a pilot program funded generously by the Lando Foundation at ISSofBC. […]
June 15, 2022
Arrival Advisor is a free mobile app that helps refugees and immigrants in British Columbia find information and services to plan their settlement journey. Designed alongside […]
May 25, 2022
MOSAIC is offering a free Food Safe Training for Level 1 on June 1, 2022 from 9am – 5pm. Registration is required. To register email [email protected] […]
May 15, 2022
Coming to a new country isn’t easy. Burnaby Schools SWIS workers help immigrant & refugee families connect to schools & community. They’re hosting a session for newcomers […]
February 4, 2022
Starting a new chapter in life in a new country is never easy.Check out this Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House poster below to see all the ways […]