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Black brilliance illuminated at Black in BC event
February 10, 2025
DIVERSEcity’s Black in BC event brings community together while celebrating Black changemakers and leaders What a night it… Read more
Credentialing program for newcomer women, supported by Coast Capital, returns for a third time
January 29, 2025
Coast Capital Credentialing Program for Newcomer Women at DIVERSEcity helps skilled professionals get into in-demand fields Despite the… Read more
DIVERSEcity unveils mural by Indigenous artists Chase Gray and Nova Wolf
January 24, 2025
Siyey̓e, a community mural at DIVERSEcity Surrey Community Campus Photo: City of Surrey Councillor Linda Annis, Neelam Sahota,… Read more
Grant from TD Friends of the Environment Foundation reseeds DIVERSEcity Community Gardens program
December 18, 2024
DIVERSEcity Community Gardens blooms thanks to TD Friends of the Environment Foundation grant As the winter season quickly… Read more
Together Against Hate: a DIVERSEcity project
December 18, 2024
Addressing hate and building resilience with workshops and information sharing In response to escalating instances of racism across… Read more
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/
RBC Start it Right! is back. Step into opportunity with this free program starting on Monday, July 14, 2025 — supporting youth aged 15-29 who are newcomers, refugee claimants, international students and those working under 20 hours a week. ![]()
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With Start it Right!, you can:![]()
◼️ Lead a real community project ![]()
◼️ Get job-ready with Canadian workplace skills![]()
◼️ Earn industry-recognized certificates ![]()
◼️ Grow your community and network ![]()
◼️ Receive $500 for short-term courses ![]()
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"Start it Right is an exceptional program for beginners in Canada. It transformed my perspective of the Canadian workplace, leading to incredible personal growth,” says past participant Arjun.![]()
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At DIVERSEcity, we’ll meet you where you’re at — and help you take the next step.![]()
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To learn more about joining our next session starting July 14, email youthjobs@dcrs.ca or visit:![]()
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RBC #StartItRight #RBC #NewcomerSupport #YouthEmployment #CommunityLeadership #SurreyBC #Delta #Canada
First Aid training is important and a valuable tool for everyone — at home and in the workplace. ![]()
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We recently held a session of First Aid training for women in our H.E.A.L. for Work program. ![]()
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Through the H.E.A.L. (Hope. Empowerment. Adaptability. Learning.) for Work program, we support women who have experienced trauma by helping them build confidence, grain practical skills and take meaningful steps toward employment. ![]()
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The training isn’t just about safety — it’s about empowerment, independence and healing through opportunity. ![]()
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Learn more about H.E.A.L. here: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/employment-programs/h-e-a-l-for-work-program/![]()
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#ForPeople#ForCommunities #HEALforWork #WomensEmpowerment #WorkplaceReadiness #FirstAidTraining #SkillsforSuccess #DIVERSEcity #SurreyBC #Delta
Are you a newcomer to BC starting a new job? Learn how to stay safe at work and your rights and responsibilities in the workplace at this online workshop! You'll learn about:![]()
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➡️ Workplace safety rules![]()
➡️ What to do if you’re injured![]()
➡️ Trade unions and their purpose![]()
➡️ Employment Insurance (EI) and Canadian Pension Plan (CPP)![]()
➡️ Understanding your paystubs, deductions, vacation and other benefits![]()
➡️ And more!![]()
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Open to open and closed work permit holders, temporary residents, international students, refugee claimants, provincial nominees and naturalized citizens.![]()
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To register, please email mwindey@dcrs.ca or fill out the form here: forms.office.com/r/ChhrN8J3nD![]()
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#SurreyBC #ForPeopleForCommunities #work #workplace #worksafety #safety #workshop #free #onlineworkshop #rights
Behind every strong community are the seniors who helped build it. ![]()
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DIVERSEcity recognizes the many ways older adults enrich our programs, support their families and welcome people in our community with open arms. We’re proud to support seniors through programs that promote connection, dignity and belonging. ![]()
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This Thursday for BC Seniors Week, we celebrated them with a festivity of storytelling, dancing and singing from both South Asian and Chinese cultures. We were enriched by the experience. ![]()
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Thank you to all our seniors from our programs and the community who attended and made it such a magical event. ![]()
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Learn more about our Seniors Services here: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/services-for-seniors/![]()
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#BCSeniorsWeeks #ForPeopleForCommunities #CommunityMatters #BelongingForAll #SurreyBC #Canada