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What we’re doing about Covid-19: a message from CEO Neelam Sahota
March 18, 2020
Important information for staff, partners and clients about our response to COVID-19 and impact on DIVERSEcity programs and… Read more
DIVERSEcity creates spaces and conversations for women on International Women’s Day
March 6, 2020
International Women’s Day (March 8) is a day about moving women’s equality forward, empowering other women, as well… Read more
Winners of the LGBTQ+ January Marie Lapuz Youth Leadership Awards
February 3, 2020
Lebanese journalist and activist Norma Lize of Vancouver has won the January Marie Lapuz Youth Leadership Award top… Read more
Supporting Youth and Seniors Programs on Giving Tuesday
December 3, 2019
DIVERSEcity receives donation from New Horizons Village Society to build on programs for youth and seniors, including intergenerational… Read more
New funding will allow DIVERSEcity to help more people with its free, first-language mental health services
November 4, 2019
Meeting the demand for mental health and counselling services is an ongoing challenge with about 17 per cent… Read more
First Aid training is important and a valuable tool for everyone — at home and in the workplace. ![]()
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We recently held a session of First Aid training for women in our H.E.A.L. for Work program. ![]()
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Through the H.E.A.L. (Hope. Empowerment. Adaptability. Learning.) for Work program, we support women who have experienced trauma by helping them build confidence, grain practical skills and take meaningful steps toward employment. ![]()
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The training isn’t just about safety — it’s about empowerment, independence and healing through opportunity. ![]()
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Learn more about H.E.A.L. here: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/employment-programs/h-e-a-l-for-work-program/![]()
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#ForPeople#ForCommunities #HEALforWork #WomensEmpowerment #WorkplaceReadiness #FirstAidTraining #SkillsforSuccess #DIVERSEcity #SurreyBC #Delta
Are you a newcomer to BC starting a new job? Learn how to stay safe at work and your rights and responsibilities in the workplace at this online workshop! You'll learn about:![]()
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➡️ Workplace safety rules![]()
➡️ What to do if you’re injured![]()
➡️ Trade unions and their purpose![]()
➡️ Employment Insurance (EI) and Canadian Pension Plan (CPP)![]()
➡️ Understanding your paystubs, deductions, vacation and other benefits![]()
➡️ And more!![]()
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Open to open and closed work permit holders, temporary residents, international students, refugee claimants, provincial nominees and naturalized citizens.![]()
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To register, please email mwindey@dcrs.ca or fill out the form here: forms.office.com/r/ChhrN8J3nD![]()
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#SurreyBC #ForPeopleForCommunities #work #workplace #worksafety #safety #workshop #free #onlineworkshop #rights
Behind every strong community are the seniors who helped build it. ![]()
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DIVERSEcity recognizes the many ways older adults enrich our programs, support their families and welcome people in our community with open arms. We’re proud to support seniors through programs that promote connection, dignity and belonging. ![]()
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This Thursday for BC Seniors Week, we celebrated them with a festivity of storytelling, dancing and singing from both South Asian and Chinese cultures. We were enriched by the experience. ![]()
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Thank you to all our seniors from our programs and the community who attended and made it such a magical event. ![]()
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Learn more about our Seniors Services here: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/services-for-seniors/![]()
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#BCSeniorsWeeks #ForPeopleForCommunities #CommunityMatters #BelongingForAll #SurreyBC #Canada
DIVERSEcity will be at Car Free Day Surrey in Newton this Saturday, June 7! Stop by 137 Street and say hi! We’ll be at booth #18.![]()
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#SurreyBC #ForPeopleForCommunities #Newton #Surrey #CarFreeDay2025 #CarFreeDayNewton
Many of the seniors we work with are not just participants — they are caregivers, volunteers and culture-bearers. ![]()
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Their dedication inspires us to serve with the same heart and to keep building programs that honour their contributions. ![]()
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This #BCSeniorsWeek, we celebrate their care and legacy, including those from our Newcomer Family and Friend Caregiver Program. We held a caregiver wellness workshop this week to help give back some knowledge and care to the selfless, amazing caregivers we support in our program. ![]()
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Learn more about our caregiver program here: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/services-for-seniors/newcomer-family-and-friend-caregiver-support-program/![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #BelongingForAll #surreybc #delta #canada #caregivers #seniors