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Stronger communities together: Recognizing International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
March 21, 2024
March 21 is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, a day that commemorates the killing… Read more
Inspiring Inclusion for International Women’s Day: messages from local women leaders
March 7, 2024
An International Women’s Day campaign by DIVERSEcity featuring local women leaders It’s International Women’s Day, Friday, March 8,… Read more
Embrace Access for All: Sign DIVERSEcity’s Accessibility Petition
February 26, 2024
Join us in advocating for a more accessible Surrey – DIVERSEcity’s petition to the City of Surrey for… Read more
Happy Year of the Dragon from DIVERSEcity!
February 9, 2024
Happy Lunar New Year. The Year of the Dragon is here! The Lunar New Year is here, and… Read more
From remembering Black history to celebrating Black excellence
January 29, 2024
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Are you a newcomer women professional who wants to get your credentials recognized? Get up to $2,000 in grant money to update your foreign credentials and pay for costly exams or licensing fees with the Coast Capital Credentialing Program for Newcomer Women, sponsored and funded by Coast Capital! ![]()
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Open to newcomer women (less than five years in Canada) who are 30 years or older.![]()
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Apply between July 18 to August 3, 2025. Visit: forms.office.com/r/UXXUv9fh0d ![]()
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For more information, please contact Asmaa Shahin at ashahin@dcrs.ca or visit: www.dcrs.ca/credentialing-program-for-newcomer-women/ ![]()
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#surreybc #ForPeopleForCommunities #women #newcomer #grant #FREE #credentials #foreigncredentials #skills #immigrant
Nominations are now open for the 2025 DIVERSEcity Awards of Impact! ![]()
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Do you know a changemaker making a social impact? Nominate them today for this recognition. ![]()
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Through our annual Awards of Impact, DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society recognizes and celebrates inspiring changemakers — individuals, community groups and organizations — who are making an impact in the community. ![]()
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There are eight award categories:![]()
⭐Youth Leadership Award ![]()
⭐Food Justice Advocate Award ![]()
⭐Strengthening Safety Award ![]()
⭐Inspiring Seniors Award ![]()
⭐Reconciliation in Action Award ![]()
⭐Gender Equity Award ![]()
⭐Community Changemaker Award![]()
⭐Diverse Abilities Award ![]()
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Deadline for nominations is Sunday, July 13, 2025. Go online here to nominate: www.dcrs.ca/awards/ ![]()
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Searching for a job can be challenging—especially when you’re navigating a new country, new people and new practices. ![]()
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We’re grateful to @coast_capital for inviting our clients in to their space for a conversation with their team. ![]()
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They offered valuable insights about the job market, the employment journey and tools for success—it was an afternoon filled with optimism. ![]()
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Thank you for leaning into community and helping our community build confidence towards their careers.![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #CoastCapital #community #Employment #JobSearch #Newcomer #SurreyBC #Canada
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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✅ One-on-one coaching and mentorship ![]()
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✅ Self-paced learning activities ![]()
✅ Resources to improve governance and funding readiness ![]()
✅ 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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#ForPeopleForCommunities #SurreyBC #LowerMainland #VancouverIsland #Okanagan #NorthernBC #Yukon #BC #Vancouver #nonprofit #BIPOC #impact #growth
World Refugee Day is on June 20. Come celebrate with DIVERSEcity in #surreybc!![]()
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Join us on Friday, June 20, 2025, from 4:30–6:30 pm at Fleetwood Community Centre to enjoy an afternoon of storytelling, performances, food and informational booths! Plus, fun activities for kids! ![]()
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This is a FREE family-friendly event. No registration is required. ![]()
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Please join us to learn about the refugee experience, connect with others in your community and have fun for the whole family!![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #WorldRefugeeDay #refugees #community #familyevent #fleetwood #langley![]()
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www.dcrs.ca/event-details/world-refugee-day-celebration-2/