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.
I Want To
Can’t find what you are looking for?
The Library Champions Project
A program that’s reaching and changing lives. A lot of lives.
NewToBC
NewToBC
Blog
The Library Champions Project Changed the Way I Feel about Canada, My New Home
July 10, 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.
BC Libraries Described in
29 Languages
Libraries in BC are open to everyone! Learn what BC libraries have to offer.
Relevant library and settlement news is updated here each week.
Visit often to stay current!
Understanding permanent residence numbers in Canada
Through the Immigration Levels Plan, we’re making our immigration system more responsive to the needs of the country. We have committed to returning immigration to sustainable levels, stabilizing the number of new permanent residents each year to less […] read more
July 28, 2026
Understanding permanent residence numbers in Canada
Through the Immigration Levels Plan, we’re making our immigration system more responsive to the needs of the country. We have committed to returning… read more
July 23, 2026
Immigrants in Canada’s Skilled Trades
Canada has set ambitious infrastructure development goals, including expanding our rail infrastructure, investing in clean energy, and building affordable housing. Achieving these priorities depends on… read more
July 23, 2026
Canada pauses applications for parent, grandparent sponsorship
The federal government will not accept any new applications this year from people who want to sponsor their parents and grandparents to come to Canada… read more
July 15, 2026
Enhancing helpline to better support people facing hate
People in British Columbia who experience racism continue to be supported through the Province’s Racist Incident Helpline, which is expanding to also support people who… read more
July 15, 2026
New report examines evolving role of public libraries in media literacy and news access
The Public Library Association (PLA) and PressReader have released the “News Access and Media Literacy in Public Libraries” report examining how public libraries are supporting… read more
July 10, 2026
The Library Champions Project Changed the Way I Feel about Canada, My New Home
Vic Chen participated in a cycle of the Library Champions Project hosted by Surrey Libraries in Spring 2026. In this post, he recounts his experiences with and speaks 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!
Creative Math Lab Series
Where:
Lynn Valley Library (North Vancouver District Public Library) – 1277 Lynn Valley Road, North Vancouver BC
Date:
Thursday, August 6th
When:
10:30am – 11:30am
CLICK HERE for more details
親子到偶活動 (普通话/廣東話支援) | Family Fun in Mandarin and Cantonese
Where:
Bob Prettie Metrotown Branch (Burnaby Public Library) – 6100 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby BC
Date:
Tuesday, August 11th
When:
1:00pm – 3:00pm
CLICK HERE for more details
Seniors’ gathering: Presentation by Seniors Advocate Dan Levitt
Where:
North Vancouver City Library – 120 14th Street West, North Vancouver BC
Date:
Tuesday, August 11th
When:
10:00am – 11:30am
CLICK HERE for more details
Submarine Escape Room
Where:
City of Langley Library (Fraser Valley Regional Library) – 20399 Douglas Crescent, Langley BC
Date:
Wednesday, August 12th
When:
11:00am – 2:00pm
CLICK HERE for more details
MOSAIC Moves Walkathon
Where:
Swangard Stadium & Central Park, Burnaby BC
Date:
Sunday, August 16th
When:
10:00am – 2:00pm
CLICK HERE for more details