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Celebrate what it means to be Canadian during Citizenship Week
It’s Citizenship Week this week, from May 23 to 29, 2022. During Citizenship Week, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada is asking Canadians across the country and around the world to show their pride in their history, culture, achievements and shared […] read more
May 26, 2022
Immigrant learning circles @ North Vancouver City Library
Join a small group to learn about a specific topic or event like Canadian cooking, employment mentoring or skills development. Check the calendar for upcoming… read more
May 25, 2022
Ukraine refugees get donations and warm welcome from Maple Ridge
A group of Ukrainian refugees received a warm welcome in the community on Saturday. Nine families, comprised of about 30 individuals, received donations of pants,… read more
May 23, 2022
Celebrate what it means to be Canadian during Citizenship Week
It’s Citizenship Week this week, from May 23 to 29, 2022. During Citizenship Week, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada is asking Canadians across the country… read more
May 23, 2022
Doors Open Richmond showcases the city’s diversity and cultural heritage
By Canadian Immigrant Magazine| The city of Richmond, B.C., is one of the most diverse cities in Canada with over 60 per cent of its… read more
May 23, 2022
Fraser Valley libraries get funding boost from Victoria
The library system that serves Langley and many of its neighbours is getting almost $220,000 in funding, the largest share of an $8 million provincial… read more
May 23, 2022
Our View: Libraries could use some more local advocates
When the province recently announced new funding for library systems across B.C., the second-highest funding amount was set aside for the Vancouver Public Library (VPL). read more
May 22, 2022
Are you an author? North Shore libraries are looking for local works
Libraries across the North Shore are looking for works to add to their North Shore Authors Collections which highlights local writers and works. read more
May 20, 2022
Anti-racism event being held in Pitt Meadows Saturday
An anti-racism event is coming to Pitt Meadows this weekend, and organizers say it could not be more timely. The West Coast… read more
May 19, 2022
Vancouver Island newcomers can soon become Library Champions
A three-month-long online program that connects new immigrants to the library and community they now call home is launching across various Vancouver Island Regional Library… read more
May 19, 2022
BUILDING A FOUNDATION FOR CHANGE: Canada’s Anti-Racism Strategy 2019-2022
As part of its Anti-Racism Strategy, the Government of Canada is investing $19 million to support Black youth in their communities and $25 million to help… read more
May 19, 2022
Federal charter flights for Ukrainians who want to come to Canada
Canada continues to stand with the people of Ukraine, including providing them with a temporary safe haven in Canada. We know that some Ukrainians and… read more
May 19, 2022
Redesigned nvcl.ca launches
Staff at City Library are excited to present the newly redesigned library website at www.nvcl.ca. The website underwent significant redevelopment and design in order to… read more