Neelam Sahota, Chief Executive Officer, DIVERSEcity, was welcomed by host Douglas Nelson on the Discovery Pod podcast this… Read more
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Happy Year of the Rabbit from DIVERSEcity!
January 25, 2023
The Year of the Rabbit is here! As we hop into a new year, DIVERSEcity wishes you and… Read more
Barno’s story: From client to employee at DIVERSEcity
January 25, 2023
Barno Matyakubova started at DIVERSEcity’s as a client — now she is an employee Here’s Barno’s story …… Read more
DIVERSEcity and Surrey LIP at BC Reconciliation Awards
January 12, 2023
On January 12, 2023, the 2021 and 2022 recipients of the BC Reconciliation Award gathered at Government House… Read more
Cing’s Story: A refugee’s long journey
January 4, 2023
DIVERSEcity’s Refugee and Immigrant Specialized Experience (RISE) Program supports refugee and immigrant newcomer families experiencing complex barriers in… Read more
Hope for the holidays with H.E.A.L. program participants
December 16, 2022
Local artist Amun Grewall shares her inspirational word art with women from DIVERSEcity’s H.E.A.L. for Work program New… Read more
Save the date! This Black History Month, DIVERSEcity, with support from the Surrey Local Immigration Partnership, is launching its first annual Black in BC event to celebrate Black excellence in Surrey and Metro Vancouver. ![]()
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Through inspirational speakers, a panel discussion, musical presentations and more, the empowering event will: ![]()
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• Celebrate the achievements, cultures and contributions of Black Canadians ![]()
• Recognize and honour Black history in Canada ![]()
• Inspire dialogue, learning and support for Black achievement, including for new immigrants and refugees ![]()
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Held on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, 3–7 pm at Surrey City Hall, we are currently busy planning the event and will be announcing speakers, entertainment and sponsors soon! ![]()
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Learn more and pre-register here: www.dcrs.ca/BlackinBC ![]()
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#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM #EveryoneBelongsHere
DIVERSEcity’s Caregiver Support Program, in partnership with Fraser Health, hosted a mental health and wellness workshop for caregivers and older adults to share useful tools we can use to overcome stress, anxiety and burnout. ![]()
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Thank you to Fraser Health for partnering with us! ![]()
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Learn more about our services for seniors and caregivers: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/services-for-seniors/
Are you a newcomer family in Surrey or Delta? Our multicultural outreach workers can support your child’s early education and wellbeing through: ![]()
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• Fun play-based activities such as games, singing and arts and crafts ![]()
• A 12-week reading program to prepare for elementary school ![]()
• Access to parenting workshops and community resources ![]()
• And even home visits! ![]()
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Register for the Multicultural Outreach Program for Families today. Services are offered in English, Arabic, Punjabi and Tigrinya. ![]()
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Learn more at: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/programs-for-children-and-families/multicultural-outreach-programs/
Six years ago, six people lost their lives and 19 others were injured in the tragic attack at the Centre culturel islamique de Québec in Sainte-Foy. ![]()
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Today, on the National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action against Islamophobia, let’s remember the victims and their families whose lives were changed forever because of #Islamophobia and #racism. ![]()
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To learn more about this day and how you can stand up to hate and racism, read about the Green Square Campaign here: www.nccm.ca/greensquare/ ![]()
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The green square represents the green carpets of the Quebec City mosque, where the victims were attacked.
Dealing with grief and loss is never easy. But you don’t have to do it alone. Our clinical counsellors are here to help you through the grieving process with a three-week online Grief and Mental Health Webinar Series. ![]()
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Sessions take place on February 8, 15 & 22 from 5–6 pm. ![]()
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Everyone is welcome! To register, please call 604-547-1202, email intake@dcrs.ca or visit forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=qJvdGGXJREWdYnexuUrni69Vun_XuKBIrmYJ5VEB46NUNDVPNlZIO...