Find the help you need!
BC has many programs and services to help newcomers and families settle into their new communities.
This directory includes hundreds of programs and services from over 75 immigrant and community service agencies that can help you and your family settle. Many of the programs and services have specific eligibility criteria and many are only for Permanent Residents. It is always important to check program and service eligibility requirements.
Services in the directory are listed by location. Most programs and services accept people from other communities. If you don’t find the services you are looking for within your community, search for services in other communities from the drop-down list.
Use the search tool below to find programs in your community. Click on a program’s name to learn more, visit the program’s website, or contact the service provider by phone or email.
How to create a list of services:
- select the community you are interested in
- select the type(s) of services you are interested in
- click search and your list of services will be created
- save, share, or print the PDF
Service Providers: To update your service and program information, submit here.
Programs and Services for Temporary Residents and Naturalized Citizens
In addition to the supports listed in the directory, the BC Newcomer Services Program (BCNSP) offers programs and services for Temporary Residents and Naturalized Citizens. Click Services for Temporary Residents and Naturalized Citizens to access the list of BCNSP service providers in communities across BC.
The BCNSP helps:
- Temporary works with valid work permits
- International post-secondary students (if their school doesn’t offer services)
- Provincial Nominees waiting for a decision on their permanent residence application
- Naturalized Canadian citizens (former immigrants who are now citizens)
- Displaced Ukrainians and their immediate families with valid CUAET visas
- Some refugee claimants