June 16, 2023
AMSSA would like to invite you to register for the B.C Refugee Resource Network’s Seeking Refuge bulletin. The bulletin provides reliable and timely information, news, updates […]
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 […]
June 15, 2023
AMSSA has released three infographics pertaining to the census, diversity, and migration within B.C. and the rest of Canada. This release includes the following infographics: 2022 […]
June 8, 2023
Collaboration between the UBC Center for Migration Studies (CMS) and Options for Community Services, created the The Co-Created Story Project. An opportunity for OCS frontline Immigrant […]
June 6, 2023
The Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship has formally announced that, for foreign nationals who fled Sudan with their Canadian family members, the Government of Canada […]
June 1, 2023
Starting April 30, 2023, those from Sudan staying in Canada can apply to change their status (visitor, student or temporary worker) or extend their stay with […]
May 30, 2023
Through interviews with mental health service providers and a member of a sponsoring group, The Refugee Sponsorship Training Program released a video presenting some of the […]
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 […]
May 18, 2023
The United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) are assisting those who are seeking safety from Sudan. The fighting in Sudan is predicted to result further displacement for […]
May 16, 2023
During the month of April, Canada reached a significant milestone welcoming over 30,000 vulnerable Afghans to Canada. “The safe and dignified resettlement of refugees globally has […]