DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society is pleased to announce the recipients of our 2023 DIVERSEcity Awards of Impact, held… Read more
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DIVERSEcity Board of Directors is elected for 2023–2024
September 29, 2023
DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society is pleased to announce the election of the Board of Directors for 2023–2024 at… Read more
Innovative employment program kickstarts careers for youth falling through the gaps
June 12, 2023
DIVERSEcity’s Start it Right! receives continued funding to relaunch the employment program for temporary resident youth International students… Read more
Public Health Agency of Canada supports projects to prevent and address family violence in BC, including at DIVERSEcity
June 8, 2023
This week, the Government of Canada announced new funding for projects that will support those who have experienced,… Read more
Neelam Sahota reaches 10-year milestone as CEO of DIVERSEcity
April 13, 2023
A meaningful milestone for a racialized woman leader who is moving forward change and creating impact in BC… Read more
Business incubator helps diverse entrepreneurs plan, launch and grow their ideas
December 2, 2022
DIVERSEcity and Canadian Western Bank partner to support immigrant and BIPOC entrepreneurs build businesses About one in 10… Read more
Do you lead an emerging non-profit organization? Looking to build your capacity, funding and impact? DIVERSEcity’s BUILD BC-Yukon program is here to support your organizational growth and strengthen your service delivery capacity through: ![]()
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✅ An opportunity to become a funding recipient via DIVERSEcity ![]()
✅ Networking with non-profits, regional partners and AMSSA BC![]()
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Open to BIPOC-led non-profit grassroots organizations in BC and Yukon providing services to newcomers, BIPOC, 2SLGBTQ+, seniors, youth, women and people with diverse abilities. ![]()
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Register for BUILD BC-Yukon here: forms.office.com/r/zEG5KzNP17 ![]()
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Learn more by contacting Sumaiyyah Adam, Project Manager, at 604-307-6486, email buildbcy@dcrs.ca, or visit: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/partnership-services/build/![]()
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Are you a refugee claimant or asylum seeker who needs some legal information? Learn about legal help through Legal Aid BC for issues such as representation in court, advocacy, deportation letter removal, document processing, housing assistance, divorce, family law, mental health and addiction information and more.![]()
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The workshop is delivered in English with language support in Arabic, Dari, Pashto, Punjabi and Spanish on various dates at DIVERSEcity at 13455 76 Avenue, Surrey, BC.![]()
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Register here: forms.office.com/r/VFZHHeKCVh ![]()
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Today is Canadian Multiculturalism Day, a time to celebrate the many cultures that make up our communities. At DIVERSEcity, we’re marking the day through something that connects us all: food! From Filipino fried chicken to Indian moong dal, our lunch tables reflect the rich cultural diversity that makes Canada — and our team! ![]()
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Learn more about our services, offered in several languages, here: www.dcrs.ca/ ![]()
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Exciting news from DIVERSEcity Skills Training Centre! This week, we delivered our very first Essential AI Skills for the Future of Work session at Burnaby Metrotown WorkBC Centre. A big thank you to our trainers, Mehrdad and Monzer, for leading this session!![]()
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Whether you’re drafting reports, creating presentations, researching trends or![]()
streamlining your workflows, this course will show you how to work smarter, not harder with AI. Check out our new course schedule for August to November 2025, which includes this essential AI course!![]()
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Visit: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/skills-training-centre/ ![]()
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We’re heading outdoors for a special nature field trip to the beautiful A Rocha BC Centre in Surrey! Join us for a hands-on, nature-based educational experience. ![]()
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This is a chance to slow down, breathe deep and experience the rich natural landscape that makes BC home to so many diverse communities and ecosystems. Together, we’ll learn more about the land, its rhythms and the stories it holds.![]()
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This trip will be an immersive, science-based nature experience as we get up-close and encounter living things. You will also learn about environmental issues and conservation on this outdoor outing. ![]()
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Lunch provided. Open to permanent residents, protected persons and CUAET visa holders. To register, call Alka at 604-307-4071 or email avijh@dcrs.ca. ![]()
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#DIVERSEcity #ForPeopleForCommunities #NatureFieldTrip #ExploreBC #CommunityInNature #SurreyBC #Canada A Rocha BC