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Canada Day 2021: a time to reflect

June 30, 2021

This year on Canada Day, July 1, let’s pause, learn and reflect, and stand in solidarity with Indigenous… Read more

DIVERSEcity celebrates Canadian Multiculturalism Day by highlighting Canada’s diversity

June 25, 2021

Happy Canadian Multiculturalism Day! This day is always very special to celebrate as Canada was the first country… Read more

DIVERSEcity’s Racism and Belonging in Canada online talk: getting to know guest speaker Ravi Basi

June 23, 2021

Join DIVERSEcity on June 29 at 5 pm, for an online talk about racism and belonging in Canada.… Read more

World Refugee Day Special: Paw Paw’s Story

June 22, 2021

Displaced from the Karen state in Myanmar, Paw Paw and her family fled to a Thai refugee camp,… Read more

World Refugee Day Special: Noella’s Story

June 19, 2021

From Congo to Canada, Noella Kayitesi, a single mom to a five-year-old boy, is overcoming language barriers to… Read more

World Refugee Day Special: Savan’s Story

June 18, 2021

Coming to Canada as a privately sponsored refugee, Iraqi-born youth Savan Kajo’s journey has just begun. By Taylor… Read more

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We’re looking for a Director of Settlement to lead the development, innovation, management and community accountability of programs and initiatives within the Settlement Services department.As a member of the Executive Team, you will provide strategic guidance and advisement, and focus on community engagement and relationship development, equity-centered project planning and implementation, fund development and inspiring the best out of our diverse and dynamic Settlement team. DIVERSEcity is an innovative and inclusive registered charity with a 45-year history, looking for team members who want to build a career with meaning. We are one of BC’s largest employers south of the Fraser River with great benefits, professional growth, culture and wellbeing for our employees. Looking for your next career move? Learn more and apply today: easyapply.co/a/f6c5fe7f-33f0-4613-808a-cfbde334317a#Hiring #careers #settlement #SurreyBC #jobs #nonprofit ... See MoreSee Less
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Are you a parent preparing your child for their first day of #kindergarten? Open to permanent resident families with children aged 3–6, DIVERSEcity is hosting free drop-in sessions to support a successful kickstart to your child’s educational journey. You'll learn about information around school registration, how to promote language and reading skills, the importance of physical activities and more!Join us on Tuesdays, April 16 to June 4 at Surrey Libraries Strawberry Hill Branch.Punjabi language support is available and bus tickets will be provided.To register, call 604-547-2003 or email childrensprograms@dcrs.ca or visit www.dcrs.ca/event-details/lets-get-ready-for-school-3/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Join the Cariboo North Refugee Readiness Team for a special virtual event designed to offer support, resources, solidarity and hope. Spread the word and RSVP now! bit.ly/3xcMaDB. For more information visit dcrs.ca/events#FREE #virtualevent ... See MoreSee Less
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On March 8, the Anvil Centre in #NewWestminster came to life with dialogue and connection as about 300 women and allies gathered to celebrate International Women’s Day at the DIVERSEcity X Minerva BC Women’s Leadership Forum. This event, hosted in partnership with Surrey Local Immigration Partnership, not only honoured the monumental strides women have made across various sectors, but also acknowledged the important conversations and actionable steps needed to “Be the Leader of Your Life.”Emceed by broadcaster, writer and communicator Ria Renouf, the morning was full of rich conversation, beginning with a keynote from Global News anchor Sophie Lui. Led by DIVERSEcity CEO Neelam Sahota and Minerva BC CEO Tina Strehlke, the DIVERSEtalks panel was robust with stories and dialogue from the Honourable Niki Sharma, Attorney General of BC; Trish Mandewo, Founder, Synergy Executive & Boards Consulting Group, Coquitlam City Councillor; Matilda Williams-Obiajunwa, Founder, Sisters In Canada Wellness Society and Chief Rhonda Larrabee of Qayqayt First Nation. Read the full story here: www.dcrs.ca/be-the-leader-of-your-life-diversecity-x-minerva-bc-sold-out-womens-leadership-forum/Thank you to our funders and sponsors for making this event possible, including Canadian Immigration and Citizenship, Women and Gender Equality Canada, Vancity, BC Housing, FortisBC, YWCA Metro Vancouver, Dupuis Langen Group, Surrey Digital Printing, media sponsor The Source / La Source Newspaper and giveaway sponsor Webnames.ca. ... See MoreSee Less
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