Resource Centre

June 9, 2025

The Strong Borders Act: Government of Canada strengthens border security

The Government of Canada has released a detailed backgrounder on the Strong Borders Act, outlining proposed legislative changes aimed at strengthening border security, combating transnational crime, […]
June 9, 2025

MAP-BC: World Refugee Day 2025

On June 20, 2025, the Vancouver Public Library – Central Branch will hold a World Refugee Day event from 12:00 to 1:30 PM, co-hosted and organized […]
June 8, 2025

News Bulletin: Government of Canada strengthens border security

On June 3, 2025, the Government of Canada introduced the Strong Borders Act, a comprehensive bill aimed at enhancing border security, disrupting organized crime, and protecting […]
May 20, 2025

BC Refugee Hub – Webinar: Queer Competency for Front-line Workers Supporting Refugee Claimants

The BC Refugee Hub will be hosting a webinar to support organizations working with LGBTQIA+ newcomer refugee claimants. Queer newcomers often face layered barriers when navigating […]
May 19, 2025

MAP-BC: Mental Health Workshop on Vicarious Trauma

Join MAP-BC on May 27th at 2 PM for MAP’s mental health workshop focused on vicarious trauma. The presenter will be Mona Hassania, registered clinical counselor […]
May 18, 2025

MAP-BC: Virtual Meeting

You are invited to attend the Virtual MAP Meeting on Thursday May 22nd from 9:30 AM to 12 PM via Zoom.  The agenda will include: Presentation and […]
April 29, 2025

BC Refugee Hub – Webinar: Navigating the Medical Services Plan (MSP) and the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) for Refugee Claimants

The BC Refugee Hub hosted a webinar to support organizations working with refugee claimants. This session provided essential knowledge about navigating the BC medical system, with […]
March 18, 2025

BC Refugee Hub Factsheet – Asylum Claims in British Columbia: Yearly Comparison

This statistical factsheet provides data on asylum claims in British Columbia and Canada between 2014 and 2024. It shows an overall increase in asylum claims, with […]
March 17, 2025

BC Refugee Hub Factsheet – Refugee Claimant Statistical Factsheet: January–October 2024

This statistical factsheet provides an overview of asylum claims in Canada from January to October 2024, with a focus on British Columbia. It highlights data on […]
March 14, 2025

Chimo Community Services: BC Safe Haven Program

Chimo Community Services offers the BC SAF HAVEN program, which provides comprehensive support for refugee claimants and vulnerable newcomers. The program helps individuals navigate their initial […]