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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

World Refugee Day Special: Meron’s story

June 18, 2021

DIVERSEcity RISE Program client Meron shares her decade-long journey to Canada and the obstacles she had to overcome… Read more

World Refugee Day Special: Thu Meh’s story

June 17, 2021

A DIVERSEcity RISE Program client, Thu Meh shares her story and struggles she faced with language, facing a… Read more

Supporting Pride Month in a pandemic shows it’s not just an event; it’s a time for healing

June 10, 2021

Raise your flag for Pride Month, says Kristi Pinderi of DIVERSEcity June is Pride Month, and Kristi Pinderi,… Read more

BCAA Community Child Car Seat Program helps DIVERSEcity donate car seats to local families

June 8, 2021

DIVERSEcity’s RISE program is excited to announce that, through the generosity of the BCAA Community Child Car Seat… Read more

Seniors go digital with DIVERSEcity’s Seniors TechConnect: a tablet loaning library

June 3, 2021

DIVERSEcity receives support from federal government, United Way and Surrey Libraries for its Seniors TechConnect tablet loaning library!… Read more

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Our seniors’ social meal volunteers make waves in our Community Kitchen! Every meal prepared and served creates kindness that goes far beyond the table. Our volunteers not only nourish our seniors but also foster connections. Each meal becomes a symbol of generosity, inspiring others to give back and strengthening the bonds between generations and communities. Learn more about our volunteer program here: www.dcrs.ca/volunteer/ #SurreyBC #ForPeopleForCommunities #volunteer #NationalVolunteerWeek #community #kitchen #food ... See MoreSee Less
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Do you know where your food comes from? Migrant workers are essential in putting local food on our tables. Let’s welcome them in our community, as their hard work ensures fresh, local food reaches our supermarkets and homes all year long.Learn more about our Collective Advocacy for Rights and Education (C.A.R.E.) for Migrant Workers program: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/community-connections/services-for-non-permanent-residents/collective-ad... #PlantingHope #migrantworkers #BC #ForPeopleForCommunities #SurreyBC ... See MoreSee Less
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This #NationalVolunteerWeek, we are celebrating the powerful waves of kindness, commitment and community created by our incredible volunteers. This winter, DIVERSEcity volunteers made waves at the Surrey Fire Fighters Charitable Society's Gift Wrap Program at Guildford Town Centre. For more than four decades, we’ve counted on volunteers to support us in our efforts to help people and strengthen communities. From gift wrapping to helping people prepare their tax returns, our volunteers help make change happen every single day. Whether you're looking to give back, gain Canadian experience or grow your confidence, DIVERSEcity’s Volunteer Program can help match your passion and skills with meaningful opportunities. Learn more about our Volunteer Program here: www.dcrs.ca/volunteer/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Today, April 28, is election day. Voting is an important right and responsibility for all Canadian citizens 18 years and older. Go vote today for your local federal member of Parliament, along with the next Prime Minister of Canada. Bring your voter registration card and ID to the polling station listed on your registration card. Not yet registered? You can still go to your assigned polling station today and bring ID and proof of citizenship and address. Find your polling station by postal code here: www.elections.ca/content2.aspx?section=vote&document=index&lang=e Let’s go and vote!#Vote #Canada #CanadaElections #CanadianElections Elections Canada ... See MoreSee Less
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