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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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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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!
Evening Book Club @Surrey Libraries
Where:
Clayton Branch
Date:
March 28, 2023
When:
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
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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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English Corner
Where:
Online event
Date:
March 30, 2023
When:
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
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Tax Tips for Newcomers (Korean) 한국인 이민자를 위한 캐나다 세금(TAX) 세미나
Where:
Coquitlam Library
Date:
March 30, 2023
When:
7:00 pm
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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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Book Club Gala
Where:
Victoria
Date:
April 1, 2023
When:
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM PDT
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Online Kelowna Poetry Contest
Where:
Online
Date:
April 1, 2023
When:
Saturday, April 01, 2023 Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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