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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4 Ways that Local Immigration Partnerships Help Newcomers Become Locals
January 30, 2023
Local Immigration Partnerships (LIPs) are designed to strengthen a community’s capacity to attract and integrate newcomers. Since 2008, LIPs in Canada have convened to support community-level research and planning to create more welcoming and inclusive communities where newcomers are connected and have opportunities to participate economically, socially, politically, 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.
Visit often to stay current!
More health benefits available to Ukrainian migrants
Ukrainians arriving in B.C. with a Canada-Ukraine authorization for emergency travel (CUAET) will benefit from a more affordable process for the federally mandated medical examination. read more
February 02, 2023
How librarians are making a difference in their communities
In the current digital age, it’s easy to overlook the importance of librarians, but they are some of the most passionate, dedicated, and hardworking people… read more
February 01, 2023
The economics of immigration: A boon for B.C. with support in place
Last year was one of the busiest years on record for businesses and organizations that help immigrants arrive and settle in Canada, and the immigration… read more
February 01, 2023
Early Learning Program
Free Drop-In (In-Person) Program for Permanent Residents (PR) and CUAET Visa Holders– Parents and Caregivers with Children 0-6 Learn more… read more
February 01, 2023
Free CELPIP Webinars
CELPIP Listening Pro is a free interactive lesson that is focused on the Listening component of the CELPIP Test. You will learn about the… read more
January 30, 2023
Become a Library Champion
By The West Coast Reader What do volunteers learn? Library Champions go to four training sessions. They learn about library, settlement and community services. They… read more
January 30, 2023
Newer, bigger library for Willoughby part of rec centre plans in Langley
By Langley Advance Times Langley Township’s plans for a new library for Willoughby have expanded, but it does mean that the new branch won’t… 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!
Chapter Chat book club
Where:
North Vancouver City Library
Date:
February 3, 2023
When:
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
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PICS Mega Job Fair
Where:
Italian Cultural Centre 3075 Slocan Street Vancouver
Date:
February 6, 2023
When:
10:00 AM – 3:30 PM
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English Conversation Circle
Where:
McGill Library
Date:
February 8, 2023
When:
6:30pm
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English Practice Group – Beginners
Where:
Port Moody Library
Date:
February 9, 2023
When:
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
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Read Along
Where:
North Vancouver City Library
Date:
February 15, 2023
When:
4:00 pm to 4:30 pm
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Job Search Strategies
Where:
Online
Date:
February 16, 2023
When:
2:00pm – 3:30pm
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Women in Trades Virtual Info Session
Where:
Virtual
Date:
February 22, 2023
When:
1:00 pm
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Philosopher’s Corner
Where:
Langley ibrary
Date:
February 23, 2023
When:
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
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