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NewToBC is all about making connections. Here, newcomer immigrants and refugees connect with essential settlement information, public libraries, and service provider organizations in their communities. NewToBC also plays a unique role in the settlement sector, serving as a connector and information hub for community agencies and BC communities as they welcome growing newcomer populations.
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From Uncertainty to Empowerment: How the Library Champions Project Shaped My Path in Canada
October 04, 2024
In December 2023, Sneha made the life-changing decision to move to Canada with her husband. Settling in the Lower Mainland, they found themselves surrounded by the energy of Vancouver but soon realized that the bustling city life can feel overwhelming. “Vancouver is lovely,” she reflects, “but at a certain point,…
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Relevant library and settlement news is updated here each week.
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Why are Canadian employers leaving highly skilled talent on the bench?
The issue of immigrant underemployment remains a persistent problem in Canada, despite policies aimed at integrating highly skilled global talent into the workforce. But why? “For the longest time, research has focused on racism and discrimination as the key drivers, […] read more
October 26, 2024
How Canada’s new immigration targets will impact the economy – RBC Thought Leadership
The Canadian Government has been under growing pressure to align the inflow of newcomers to the country with current labour market needs and infrastructure capacity… read more
October 24, 2024
What every immigrant should know when coming to Canada
CPAs can help newcomers understand the intricacies of our financial and tax system to reduce the risk of costly mistakes. Learning to navigate the financial… read more
October 24, 2024
New immigration plan aims to stabilize population growth, housing market: minister
The federal government’s new immigration levels plan will stabilize population growth and relieve pressure on the housing market, Immigration Minister Marc Miller said Thursday. As … read more
October 23, 2024
Opinion | Racism against South Asians is becoming a scourge. Wasn’t Canada supposed to be better than this?
Over the last few months, my social media feeds have been inundated with content targeting Canada’s South Asian and Sikh immigrants. Along with stereotypes, conspiracy… read more
October 18, 2024
Why are Canadian employers leaving highly skilled talent on the bench?
The issue of immigrant underemployment remains a persistent problem in Canada, despite policies aimed at integrating highly skilled global talent into the workforce. But why?… read more
October 15, 2024
Cost of living pushing many newcomers out of Canada
Agencies that work with new immigrants to Canada say many of their clients are struggling to settle in this country due to the challenge… read more
Public libraries and community agencies offer numerous free events.
This event listing is updated each week. Visit often to see what’s going on!
Teen Halloween Pumpkin Carving
Where:
Surrey Libraries – Fleetwood Branch
Date:
October 29
When:
5:30 – 6:30pm
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After School Kids (ASK!)
Where:
Squamish Public Library
Date:
Tuesdays
When:
3:30 – 5:00pm
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CRA Benefits and Credits for Newcomers
Where:
Online with the Welcome Exchange
Date:
October 30
When:
5:30 – 7:00pm
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Parent and Baby Class
Where:
Intercultural Association Victoria, 808 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC
Date:
Wednesdays
When:
11:30am – 12:30pm
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City of Richmond – Newcomers Bus Tour | 新移民巴士之旅 – 列治文社区资源介绍及参观
Where:
220 – 7000 Minoru Blvd., Richmond, BC
Date:
November 1
When:
9:30am – 1:00pm
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Immigrant Professionals Conference 2024
Where:
UBC Robson Square
Date:
November 2
When:
9:00am – 4:00pm
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Makers Making Change: Hacking for the Holidays
Where:
West Vancouver Memorial Library – Welsh Hall
Date:
November 2
When:
10:20am – 12:00pm
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Benefits of Chiropractic Care脊椎按摩疗法的益处
Where:
5900 Minoru Blvd #105, Richmond, BC
Date:
November 5
When:
10:00 – 11:30am
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