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Newcomer youth participate in 5K run, with help from an Olympian
August 31, 2021
Newcomer youth in Surrey were thrilled to get a visit from Olympic long-distance runner Natasha Wodak August 30… Read more
Farewell Nanette – decades of dedicated service with DIVERSEcity
August 30, 2021
If you’ve contacted DIVERSEcity before, you have been most likely greeted with a warm hello and friendly smile… Read more
H.E.A.L. for Work program: Helene’s story
August 26, 2021
H.E.A.L. provides hope for women like Helene to succeed in the labour market in Canada Helene came to… Read more
Annual Report 2020-2021: Message from the CEO and Board President
August 12, 2021
DIVERSEcity’s Annual Report 2020–2021 is now available Read the Message from the CEO and Board President below and… Read more
DIVERSEcity Skills Training Centre course in person at TriCities Work BC Centre
August 3, 2021
While most of our DIVERSEcity Skills Training Centre courses have been delivered online since COVID-19 restrictions came into… Read more
On September 11, 2025, we want to welcome you! If you're new to Surrey, Canada or have questions about jobs, housing and health care – we can help. ![]()
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Join the Surrey LIP for Welcoming Week, a newcomer fair where you can gather valuable information for your new life in Canada. ![]()
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- Free services available to you 🛎️ ![]()
- Receive advice on your resume 📄 ![]()
- Connect with other newcomers and your community 🫂 ![]()
- Get a professional headshot 📸 ![]()
- Play games and win prizes! 🎁 ![]()
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This event is family-friendly and open to everyone. ![]()
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Come to the Surrey Civic Plaza between 12-5pm, we want to welco#surreylip##WelcomingWeekc#CommunityConnectionso#surreybc #Deltay#newcomer #canadaer #Canada
Last week at DIVERSEcity’s School’s Out Summer Camp, in partnership with United Way BC - Lower Mainland, our campers explored the theme of Service to Community — and a special visit from Delta Police Department brought that to life. Delta Police officers took time to talk about community safety, answer curious questions, and even let the kids explore a police car up close!![]()
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The kids were so moved, they wrote heartfelt thank-you cards on their own — a beautiful example of the values we’re nurturing through camp.![]()
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Thank you to United Way BC for helping create these moments for children in Delta this summer.![]()
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Learn more about School’s Out here: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/youth-programs/child-and-youth-camps/![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #SurreyBC #DeltaBC #summer #kids #summercamp #camp
Earlier this month we took a field trip to A Rocha BC Centre! Participants enjoyed a hands-on, science-based experience with up-close encounters with wildlife, plants and local ecosystems. 🌱🥕🦫![]()
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From learning about conservation to simply soaking up the beauty of BC’s natural environment, the day was both fun and informative. Children and adults alike left with new knowledge and a deeper appreciation for the place we call home. ![]()
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A big thank you to everyone who joined us — and to the folks at A Rocha for helping make this memorable outing possible.🌲 ![]()
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Photos by @madiijoyphotography![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #NatureLearning #BeautifulBC #EnvironmentalEducation #DIVERSEcity #BCNature #SurreyBC #Delta @arochacanada
Many people living with addiction face stigma, isolation or feel unsure where to begin their healing journey. At DIVERSEcity we believe that understanding addiction is the first step towards wellness.![]()
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Our upcoming Substance Use Group is a safe and inclusive space for men 19+ to explore substance use through a psychological, biological and social point of view. ![]()
Running Mondays from 3 - 4:30pm, this 8-week session will explore: ![]()
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- Harm reduction ![]()
- Understanding triggers and managing cravings ![]()
- Developing coping skills for depression, stress and anger![]()
- Investigate relapse prevention and mindfulness strategies ![]()
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Whether you’re at the start of a new chapter or looking to strengthen your recovery, you’re welcome here. ![]()
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Punjabi language support will be available.![]()
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To register call: 604-547-1221, email intake@dcrs.ca or complete the online form shorturl.at/QPG1R ![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #MentalWellness #HarmReduction #AddictionRecovery #DIVERSEcity #SurreyBC #Delta
APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN! 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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Apply for the grant now until August 3, 2025 at: forms.office.com/r/UXXUv9fh0d ![]()
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Open to newcomer women (less than five years in Canada) who are 30 years or older.![]()
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For more information, please contact Asmaa Shahin at ashahin@dcrs.ca.![]()
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#surreybc #ForPeopleForCommunities #women #newcomer #Grant #FREE #credentials #foreigncredentials #skills #immigrant