The NewToBC Blog covers a range of topics important to new immigrants and their settlement. Learn about library resources and services, check out cultural holidays and festivals, read about a new hobby, find things to do with your children, explore workshop and training options. NewToBC posts two blogs per month. Visit often or subscribe to have the blog delivered to your inbox!
Embracing Change: From Puerto Vallarta to British Columbia
April 19, 2024
In September 2024, I moved to British Columbia from Puerto Vallarta. I’ve encountered a myriad of challenges and joys, all of which have shaped my experience as a newcomer to this beautiful province. Here’s how I’ve gone about Embracing Change: From Puerto Vallarta to British Columbia. New Beginnings Our decision…
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Sikh Heritage Month in British Columbia
April 15, 2024
April brings a special occasion – Sikh Heritage Month in British Columbia. Since 2017, April has been marked as Sikh Heritage Month in BC to honour the invaluable contributions Sikhs have made to our province over the last century. It’s a time when communities unite to celebrate the contributions of Sikh Canadians to our province’s cultural, social, and economic landscape.
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A Guide for Newcomers to Understand Canadian Taxes
March 27, 2024
Moving to Canada comes with the responsibility of understanding how taxes work in your new country. Whether you’re here permanently, for work, or for studies, dealing with taxes is inevitable. Let’s break down what you need to know, in a guide for newcomers to understand Canadian taxes.
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The Power of Community Connection
March 25, 2024
Magic happens when neighbours connect. It forms friendships, makes our communities safer and more vibrant. Neighbourhood Small Grants program is managed by the Vancouver Foundation which believes the best people to effect change in a community are the ones who live within it. Since 1999, the grants provided have made a visible difference in communities across BC.
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