Welcome To NewToBC
NewToBC is all about making connections. It is a library settlement initiative that connects newcomer immigrants and refugees with essential settlement information, public libraries, other service provider organizations, and, ultimately, BC communities. NewToBC plays a unique role in the settlement sector by offering services that are responsive to the evolving needs of newcomers, that complement and raise awareness about resources and services offered by public libraries and other service provider organizations, and that support BC communities as they welcome growing newcomer populations.
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Join us to Learn about Immigrant Settlement Facts, Figures and Issues in Our Communities
September 14, 2023
In 2022, Canada welcomed a record 406, 000 new immigrants and will welcome nearly 500,000 each year for at least the next three years. How will this shape our communities moving forward? Join us for a series of upcoming community presentations to hear about immigrant settlement facts, figures and…
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Libraries in BC are open to everyone! Learn what BC libraries have to offer.
Relevant library and settlement news is updated here each week.
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Help fill gaps in B.C. government services!
By taking the BC Demographic Survey, you will help make B.C. more equitable and inclusive. The information collected will help identify inequities in government services to ensure programs meet the needs of more people in British Columbia. It only takes […] read more
October 02, 2023
This ‘inexpensive’ street food is made fresh under a staircase in Burnaby
By Burnaby Now | A Burnaby street food vendor has been going strong for 20 years in the exact same location — underneath a staircase in the… read more
October 01, 2023
IRCC announces update to Parents and Grandparents Program 2023
By CIC News | Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has just announced an update to the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP). IRCC will accept up… read more
September 26, 2023
Digital Literacy and English Language Course for Beginners
Learn technology and English language skills for work, study and daily life. read more
September 26, 2023
Canada releases 2022 Annual Report on Express Entry
By CIC News | Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) releases an annual report on Express Entry every year, the 2022 version being the latest. Express Entry… read more
September 24, 2023
Richmond youth, seniors share personal migration stories
By Richmond News | Over the past year, Richmond youth and seniors participated in an art project called Mosaic Firefly to share their personal stories and… read more
September 22, 2023
Support displaced Ukrainians arriving in Canada
On March 22, 2023, the Government of Canada extended the deadline to apply for the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) to… 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!
Pathway to Success: Career & Job Fair
Where:
Maple Ridge
Date:
October 4, 2023
When:
2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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Anti-Racism Community Engagement Session
Where:
Vernon library
Date:
October 4, 2023
When:
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
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English Corner
Where:
Westbank Library
Date:
October 7, 2023
When:
11:00am – 12:00pm
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ESL Conversation Circle for Newcomers
Where:
Richmond Library
Date:
October 10, 2023
When:
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
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Newcomers Knitting and Stitching Circle
Where:
Vernon
Date:
October 11, 2023
When:
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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English Conversation Circle
Where:
Surrey Libraries
Date:
October 16, 2023
When:
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
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Sea to Sky: Register to become a Library Champion
Where:
Sea to Sky & Sunshine Coast
Date:
October 19, 2023
When:
6:00PM to 7:00PM
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Dialogues: Let Me Tell You!
Where:
West Vancouver
Date:
October 19, 2023
When:
2 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
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