Welcome To NewToBC
NewToBC is all about making connections. Here, newcomers to Canada connect with public libraries, essential settlement information, and service provider organizations in their communities. NewToBC also plays a unique role in the library and settlement sectors, serving as a connector and information hub for public libraries, community agencies and BC communities as they welcome growing newcomer populations.
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Building Bridges and Belonging: Richmond Library Champions Reflect on Their Journey
February 18, 2026
Moving to a new country is an exciting and challenging journey, especially when it comes to finding employment and settling into a new community. For skilled immigrants in British Columbia, the Vancouver Public Library (VPL) offers a wealth of resources to support career development, language learning, and integration into Canadian society.
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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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Newcomers are buying homes faster as Canadian-born ownership rates decline: StatCan
Recent immigrants to Canada are increasingly becoming homeowners, with new data from Statistics Canada showing that homeownership rose between 2018 to 2021, even as rates declined among Canadian-born individuals. […] read more
June 17, 2026
Newcomers are buying homes faster as Canadian-born ownership rates decline: StatCan
Recent immigrants to Canada are increasingly becoming homeowners, with new data from Statistics Canada showing that homeownership rose between 2018 to 2021, even as rates… read more
June 17, 2026
“For the first time in my life, I knew I could breathe.” How a 2SLGBTQI+ newcomer found safety, community, and a new beginning in Vancouver
For most of his life, Yaser dreamed of a place where he could simply be himself. read more
June 11, 2026
Refugees Are Good for Canada: World Refugee Day 2026
As we head to World Refugee Day on June 20, we are reminded of something important: Canada is strongest when we are open, inclusive and… read more
June 04, 2026
Vancouver Island Regional Library Celebrates 90 Years of Service in Coastal and Island Communities
Vancouver Island Regional Library (VIRL) celebrates 90 years of service to communities across Vancouver Island, Haida Gwaii, Bella Coola, and the Central Coast. Established in… read more
June 04, 2026
Canada Planned for Millions of Immigrants Who Aren’t Coming. Now What?
During the Justin Trudeau years, when immigration was booming, services across Canada ballooned to accommodate a rapidly growing population. We expanded childcare and built more housing,… read more
June 01, 2026
Client experience survey on immigration and citizenship representation and advice
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is running an online survey for people who used an immigration and citizenship representative or got advice on their… 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!
English Conversation Circle
Where:
City of Langley Library (Fraser Valley Regional Library) – 20399 Douglas Crescent, Langley BC
Date:
Saturday, June 20th
When:
10:00am – 12:00pm
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Indigenous history and culture series
Where:
North Vancouver City Library – 120 14th Street West, North Vancouver BC
Date:
Saturday, June 20th
When:
2:00pm – 3:00pm
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Odessa Club
Where:
Brighouse Branch (Richmond Public Library) –
Date:
Saturday, June 20th
When:
2:00pm – 4:00pm
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Camping 101 with Parks Canada
Where:
West Vancouver Memorial Library – 1950 Marine Drive, West Vancouver BC
Date:
Saturday, June 20th
When:
2:00pm – 3:00pm
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Settlement Services for Newcomers
Where:
City Centre Branch (Surrey Libraries) – 10350 University Drive, Surrey BC
Date:
Monday, June 22nd
When:
1:00pm – 5:00pm
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How to Get Free Legal Services and Information
Where:
McGill Branch (Burnaby Public Library) – 4595 Albert Street, Burnaby BC
Date:
Tuesday, June 23rd
When:
6:00pm – 7:30pm
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Open Door Community Hub Drop-In
Where:
Lynn Valley Library (North Vancouver District Public Library) – 1277 Lynn Valley Road, North Vancouver BC
Date:
Tuesday, June 23rd
When:
10:00am – 12:00pm
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English Conversation Program (55+)
Where:
Newton Branch (Surrey Libraries) – 13795 70 Avenue, Surrey BC
Date:
Monday, July 6th
When:
10:30am – 12:00pm
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