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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Library Champions Project Showcased at the 25th Metropolis Canada Conference

March 09, 2023

The NewToBC team is participating in a panel presentation at the 25th Metropolis Canada Conference to examine online delivery to rural and more remote communities. The Library Champions Project is being showcased at the 25th Metropolis Canada Conference.

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Relevant library and settlement news is updated here each week.
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March 3, 2023

Register to become a Library Champion

The NewToBC Team is always looking for new Library Champions! […] read more

March 25, 2023

Burnaby residents, organization honoured as B.C. diversity champions

Two Burnaby residents and an organization were among the recipients of the 2023 B.C. Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Awards.  Aria Law, at age 15, won the… read more

March 24, 2023

Register to become a Library Champion

The NewToBC Team is always looking for new Library Champions!… read more

March 23, 2023

Richmond man caught in yet another racist rant

It appears as if Richmond’s serial racist is back at it again, this time confronting a server inside a new dessert shop in the city. read more

March 23, 2023

Canada extends support for those fleeing Russia’s illegal and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine

As Russia continues its illegal and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine, Canada will remain steadfast in its support for those who have been forced to flee. read more

March 21, 2023

International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

Every year, March 21 is recognized as a day where the international community can come together in an effort to eliminate all forms of racial… read more

March 19, 2023

B.C. Labour Market Outlook

B.C. is expected to have 1,000,000 job openings, and immigrants will fill 38% of these jobs. Read full report here: https://www.workbc.ca/research-labour-market/bcs-labour-market-outlook-2022-edition… 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!

Mar 28 2023

Evening Book Club @Surrey Libraries

Where: Clayton Branch
Date: March 28, 2023
When: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
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Mar 29 2023

Settlement Service for Newcomers @Surrey Libraries

Where: Surrey Libraries Strawberry Hill Branch
Date: March 29, 2023
When: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
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Mar 30 2023

English Corner

Where: Online event
Date: March 30, 2023
When: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
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Mar 31 2023

In-person Chinese Friday Morning Book Club 線下星期五中文讀書會

Where: Vancouver Library
Date: March 31, 2023
When: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
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Apr 1 2023

Book Club Gala – Vancouver Island Regional Library

Where: SHOAL Community Centre 10030 Resthaven Drive Sidney, BC
Date: April 1, 2023
When: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM PDT
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Apr 1 2023

Book Club Gala

Where: Victoria
Date: April 1, 2023
When: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM PDT
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Apr 1 2023

Online Kelowna Poetry Contest

Where: Online
Date: April 1, 2023
When: Saturday, April 01, 2023 Wednesday, May 31, 2023
CLICK HERE for more details