The NewToBC Team is always looking for new Library Champions! Each year, 100+ newcomers are trained and supported to conduct outreach and share information with other newcomers in their communities.
If you are looking for volunteer work experience and a chance to meet new people and connect to your community, consider becoming a Library Champion. To learn more, register for an information session.
The Library Champions Project (LCP) is looking for newcomers who are:
- 19 years of age or older
- Enthusiastic about libraries
- Interested in volunteering in the community to share information about library and settlement resources with other newcomers
To become a Library Champion you must attend an information session. You can find the details of and can register for upcoming information sessions below. Please note that residents of host library communities will be given preference when we select participants for cycles of the project but residents of other BC communities are welcome to attend information sessions and will be considered for participation in the project.
Future Cycles
In Fall 2026, NewToBC will run cycles of the Library Champions Project in collaboration with the following libraries. Details and registration links for information sessions for Fall cycles will appear on this page in August 2026. The information sessions will take place in September 2026.
- Fraser Valley Regional Library (Langley libraries)
- Richmond Public Library
- Surrey Libraries
In Winter 2027, NewToBC will run cycles of the Library Champions Project with the following libraries. Details and registration links for information sessions for Winter cycles will appear on this page in November 2026. The information sessions will take place in December 2026 / January 2027.
- Burnaby Public Library
- North Shore libraries (North Vancouver City Library, North Vancouver District Public Library, and West Vancouver Memorial Library)
Check this page on a regular basis to learn about information sessions for future cycles. If you would like to receive notifications about upcoming information sessions, click on ‘REGISTER HERE’ below.