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Library Champion Registration – Regional Cycle – Winter 2025

Regional Information Session
Tuesday 14 January 2025 | 10:30am – 11:30am

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Creating awareness of Library and Settlement Services for Newcomers to BC. Connecting newcomers to local events. Sharing stories, experiences and knowledge.

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21 Oct

Here you will find 100s of questions that are often asked by new immigrants before or after they arrive in BC. Answers provide up-to-date information about immigration, employment, education, health, housing, banking, BC legal system, & transportation. https://bit.ly/3TFXyBm

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21 Oct

If you're looking for work in #richmondbc, be sure to attend the fall Hiring Event at Brighouse Library (@RPLBC)!

November 6 | 1:00 - 4:00pm |

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The goal is to gain a better understanding of the legal needs of Chinese Canadians and the effects these problems have on their lives.

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If you can contribute to Harvesting Hope for @SBurnabyNH, please do.

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"Moving to Canada was one of the hardest decisions we had to make in our lives. The expectations that we had, though we expected them, they were still like a rude shock when we came. Getting back into my line of work was harder than expected."The Surrey Local Immigration Partnership's Stories of Impact showcases immigrants living in #surreybc and shares their settlement journeys. This is Tayo from Nigeria: www.youtube.com/watch?v=PU61ePoDF2U&t=6sYou can view more stories here: newtobc.ca/library-champions-project/hear-from-past-library-champions/#newtobc #librarychampions #librarychampionsproject #immigrantstories #immigrantjourneys #surrey604 ... See MoreSee Less

The Surrey LIP Presents: Stories of Impact - Tayo's Journey

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The Surrey LIP, managed by DIVERSEcity, produced the Stories of Impact, a storytelling series featuring the stories of newcomers sharing their experiences in...

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Langley Community Outreach EventOctober 30 | 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm | New Directions English Language School Get in-person help applying for these government services:Fraser Health – Primary Care Information. For vaccinations please call 604-530-0535 to pre-register. Fraser Health will start to offer the Covid and Flu shots in addition to the other immunizations at the event.Workbc-langley – Career Coaching, Employer Services.ICBC – Driver’s License Information and Appointment Booking.ISSofBC – Ask for help with settling in Canada – renewing PR cards, applying for citizenship, accessing support services.Settlement Workers in School (SWIS) – Providing case management services in Langley School District #35 to Newcomers with limited English or other settlement needs.Service Canada – Assist with CPP and other federal programs.BC Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction – Applying for disability, birth certificates, crisis supplements for food, clothing or beds, assistance with translation to federal benefits when Ministry turn 65, and more.Benefits Outreach Program, Canada Revenue Agency – In person support to access taxpayers files, update information, answer questions including about benefits such as GST credit and Canada Child Benefit (CCB)The Mobile Outreach event is open to the entire community – everyone welcome!langleylip.ca/event/langley-community-outreach-event/#settlementservices #townshipoflangley #langleybc #langleycity #LangleyTownship ... See MoreSee Less

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This is a great way to meet other caregivers and their little ones in a supportive and welcoming environment. If you're a new caregive#victoriabcriabc, be sure to check this out.Are you a newcomer who is pregnant or has recently given birth? Join us for free Parent Baby Classes hosted by an Island Health nurse.Learn about having a healthy pregnancy, labour and birth, caring for a newborn, infant growth and development, adjusting to parenting, and parent health and wellness.Parent Baby Classes begin on October 30 and run weekly on Wednesdays from 11:00am - 12:30pm.Contact us at workshops@icavictoria.org to register today ... See MoreSee Less

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#miRights in Focus: Migrant Workers Advocacy ForumNovember 7 | 11:30am - 3:30pm | Civic Hotel, Surrey, BCMigrant workers bring invaluable contributions to the Canadian economy and are essential in multiple sectors. As highlighted by a recent United Nations report, many migrant workers experience unsafe and unfair working conditions. Now is the time to act to be part of the change that must happen.The @DIVERSEcity’s C.A.R.E. for Migrant Workers program collaborates with local community partner organizations in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Delta, Langley, Richmond, Surrey, White Rock and other regions of B.C. to support, empower and foster a sense of community among migrant workers.Join us for DIVERSEcity’s Rights in Focus: Migrant Workers Advocacy Forum, an insightful forum where participants can connect, share best practices, address key issues and collaborate to enhance support for migrant workers and advocates for migrant workers’ rights and benefits. As a policy maker, advocacy group member, business owner, or leader, your unique perspectives and influence are crucial in this discussion.newtobc.ca/news-and-events/event/rights-in-focus-migrant-workers-advocacy-forum/#migrantworkers #newtobc #surreybc #supportingmigrantworkers #cdneconomy #bc ... See MoreSee Less

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As highlighted by a recent United Nations report, many migrant workers experience unsafe and unfair working conditions.

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Rights in Focus: Migrant Workers Advocacy ForumMigrant workers are essential to Canada's economy, contributing heavily across multiple sectors. A recent United Nations report highlights the unsafe and unfair conditions many of them face. DIVERSEcity's C.A.R.E. for Migrant Workers program is teaming up with community partners across B.C.—including #abbotsfordbc, #chilliwackbc, #deltabc, #langleybc, #richmondbc, #surreybc, and #whiterockbc—to empower and support #migrantworkers, helping them feel valued and connected.Join DIVERSEcity’s Rights in Focus: Migrant Workers Advocacy Forum, to address key challenges, share solutions, and strengthen support for the rights and benefits of migrant workers. Whether you're a policymaker, advocate, business owner, or community leader, your voice and perspective matter!newtobc.ca/news-and-events/event/rights-in-focus-migrant-workers-advocacy-forum/#MigrantWorkers #AdvocacyForum #DIVERSEcity #SupportAndEmpower #RightsInFocus #CommunityInAction #CAREProgram ... See MoreSee Less

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Immigrants have many questions about living, study

Immigrants have many questions about living, studying, and working in BC.

Here you will find 100s of questions that are often asked by new immigrants before or after they arrive in BC. The answers provide up-to-date information about immigration, employment, education, health, housing, banking, the BC legal system, and transportation.

Many newcomers have shared with the NewToBC team that they wished they had known about this resource sooner! https://newtobc.ca/settlement-information-for-newcomers/settling-in-bc-questions-and-answers/

#newtobc #immigration #settlementsupport #immigrants

You can borrow a Sunshine Lamp from your Fraser Va

You can borrow a Sunshine Lamp from your Fraser Valley Regional Library (@readlearnplay) #mapleridgelibrary!

Sunshine Lamps are light therapy boxes that emit a bright light (10,000 lux). Living in the Pacific Northwest, we are exposed to less sunlight than people who live in sunny places or at lower latitudes. During times of stress or isolation, tools that bring cheer to our lives are especially important. Plug in a Sunshine Lamp and access the potential health benefits of light therapy: https://www.fvrl.bc.ca/sunshine_lamps.php

#sunshinelamps #fvrl #ridgemeadows #sads

Everyone's story is different. Join the @coqlibr

Everyone's story is different.

Join the @coqlibrary Brave Spaces Speaker Series bringing awareness of people who are from diverse groups.

This session includes a speaker who is South Asian. Dr. Satwinder Kaur Bains is the Director of the South Asian Studies Institute at the University of the Fraser Valley (@ufvsasi) and is an Associate Professor in Social Cultural Media Studies, College of Arts. She has many years of professional work in community development, and has worked with many organizations on organizational change.

Registration is recommended, but drop-ins are welcome

October 30th | 6:30–8:00 pm | Coquitlam Public Library - City Centre

For more info, visit: https://buff.ly/4gSiJtc

#coquitlambc #coquitlam #coquitlampubliclibrary #newtobc #diversity #diversityandinclusion #dei

Join the Black Business Expo at the @thecityofsurr

Join the Black Business Expo at the @thecityofsurrey City Hall!

The Black Business Expo is a full-day event hosted by the @yorubasinbc in partnership with the @sboft.

October 26 | 12:00 - 4:00pm | 13450 104 Ave, Surrey

This is an opportunity for Black business owners to showcase their products and/or services to an audience of 300+ guests – both consumers and business representatives and make valuable connections.

Details: https://newtobc.ca/news-and-events/event/metro-vancouver-black-business-expo/

#newtobc #bc #surreybc #surreyevents #blackbusinesses #blackbusinessowners

Happy Canadian Library Workers Day! Today, we ce

Happy Canadian Library Workers Day!

Today, we celebrate the incredible contributions of library workers across #BC! From fostering a love of reading to creating welcoming spaces for learning, connection, and growth, library staff make a lasting impact on our communities every day.

At NewToBC, we recognize the role libraries and their dedicated workers play in supporting #newcomers. Libraries offer essential resources and services that help newcomers settle, learn, and thrive in their new communities.

Take a moment to thank all the library workers who go above and beyond to provide knowledge, guidance, and a warm smile to everyone who walks through their doors. Your work truly makes a difference!

Happy Canadian Library Workers Day!

#CanadianLibraryWorkersDay #ThankYouLibraryWorkers #LibrariesMatter #CommunitySupport #NewToBC

Diwali Mela at the @mapleridgeact Arts Centre! Oc

Diwali Mela at the @mapleridgeact Arts Centre!

October 26th | 12:00 - 5:00pm | https://tinyurl.com/358dy9zw

Join this lively celebration filled with lights, music, food trucks and fun. Experience the rich cultural heritage of #Diwali! Enjoy vendors, food trucks, performances and more in this Festival of Lights with friends and family. Dress in your festive best and join in the fun. Don’t miss out!

@yourmapleridge @rmsouthasianculturalsociety #newtobc #mapleridgebc #ridgemeadowsbc #pittmeadowsbc #diwali2024

Teen Halloween Pumpkin Carving October 29 | 5:30

Teen Halloween Pumpkin Carving

October 29 | 5:30 - 6:30pm | Surrey Libraries - Fleetwood Branch

Join @surreylibraries to carve a spooky or silly pumpkin! Snacks and supplies provided.

https://newtobc.ca/news-and-events/event/teen-halloween-pumpkin-carving/

#surreybc #surreylibraries #fleetwoodlibrary #newtobc #pumpkincarving

Don’t know what do to? Just ASK! An after-school

Don’t know what do to? Just ASK! An after-school library program for kids in grades 1-6 at @squamis@squamishpubliclibrary

Tuesdays | 3:30 - 5:00pm | Community Meeting Room

Drop-in anytime between 3:30 – 5:00 pm on Tuesdays after school for a relaxed space to play games, explore the library’s collection, and get creative! Each week library staff will have a wide variety of crafting materials, a selection of games, and a reading nook.

After School Kids (ASK!) is for kids in grades 1-6. Parents are welcome and encouraged to stay for as long or as short as they’d like.

This program meets in the Community Meeting Room and library behavior is expected.

#homeworkhelp #squamishbc #squamishlibrary #squamishlife #squamish

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at NewToBC! To

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at NewToBC!

To all the newcomers who have made British Columbia their home, your courage and determination to build a new life inspire us every day.

To our partners, libraries, and community organizations—thank you for your support in helping newcomers access resources, build connections, and thrive in their new communities.

Whether you're celebrating Thanksgiving for the first time or continuing a beloved tradition, we hope your day is filled with warmth, togetherness, and gratitude.

#NewToBC #Thanksgiving #WelcomingCommunities #Gratitude #Thankful

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