Welcome To NewToBC

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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The Power of Community Through the Library Champions Project

November 12, 2024

Nina, Program Facilitator What made this group of Library Champions exceptional was their unique blend of shared experiences and diverse perspectives. While each group has its own distinctive qualities, this one stood out for its warm, inclusive dynamics. This group had six women from Iran and one man from…

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Relevant library and settlement news is updated here each week.
Visit often to stay current!

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November 10, 2024

This New Canadian Is Paying It Forward

A settlement agency got me my first job in Canada as a meat clerk. Since then, Iโ€™ve helped other newcomers in Kelowna get on their feet. “I came across Kelowna Community Resources, a non-profit that helps immigrants settle in Kelowna, […] read more

November 19, 2024

BC Newcomer Services Program

The Langley Community Services Society team serves immigrants with temporary resident status (migrant workers, international students, refugee claimants) and naturalized Canadian citizens by connecting them… read more

November 15, 2024

Carpentersโ€™ foreign credentials recognition program receives federal funding

The federal government has earmarked an investment of more than $9 million to prepare as many as 1,500 internationally trained skilled workers to complete their… read more

November 13, 2024

Newcomers to Canada need tailored financial advice, survey reveals

Canadian newcomers may face significant challenges to their financial security, with a lack of understanding playing a key role in financial struggles. According… read more

November 10, 2024

This New Canadian Is Paying It Forward

A settlement agency got me my first job in Canada as a meat clerk. Since then, Iโ€™ve helped other newcomers in Kelowna get on their… read more

November 10, 2024

Officer inspires new Canadians to joinย RCMP

Today, he works general duty with the Digbyย RCMPย detachment in Nova Scotia. Whenever there’s an opportunity, he tells new Canadians that becoming a Mountie is within… read more

November 08, 2024

Career Paths For Skilled Immigrants with PICS Society

The Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants (Career Paths/CPSI) program is an employment and skills upgrading program for internationally trained skilled immigrants. The program assists permanent… read more

Public libraries and community agencies offer numerous free events.
This event listing is updated each week. Visit often to see whatโ€™s going on!

Nov 20 2024

Is Immigration Relevant to You?ย 

Where: Port Moody Public Library
Date: November 20
When: 7:00 – 8:30pm
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Nov 20 2024

Job Search Strategiesย 

Where: Online with the Coquitlam Public Library
Date: November 20
When: 2:00 – 3:0pm
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Nov 21 2024

Web Conference for Starting Your Own Business

Where: Online with Canadian Immigrant
Date: November 21
When: 1:00pm EST
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Nov 21 2024
Nov 21 2024

Recredentialing for Internationally Trained HR Professionals

Where: Online with ISSofBC
Date: November 21
When: 6:00 – 7:30pm
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Nov 22 2024

Surrey Hiring & Post-Secondary Education Expo

Where: Shannon Hall – 6050 176 Street, Surrey, B.C.
Date: November 22
When: 11:00am – 3:00pm
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Nov 22 2024

Expoplaza Latina

Where: HYBRID – VANCOUVER CONVENTION CENTRE
Date: November 21 + 22
When: Full Day Event
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Nov 22 2024

Tigrinya Storytime

Where: New Westminster Public Library – 716 6th Avenue New Westminster, BC
Date: November 22
When: 1:30 – 2:30pm
CLICK HERE for more details