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Going above and beyond: DIVERSEcity’s Meheret Bisrat recognized by Community Leader Awards
November 30, 2023
Meheret Bisrat was recognized by the Surrey Now-Leader‘s Community Leader Awards in the Above & Beyond category (Honourable… Read more
Amy’s Story: Starting over
November 17, 2023
Starting over as a newcomer is never without its challenges. That’s where DIVERSEcity Settlement Services steps in to… Read more
Supporting pay transparency legislation and beyond
November 1, 2023
DIVERSEcity supports pay transparency legislation while going beyond posting wages on job descriptions As of November 1, 2023,… Read more
New program to help immigrants recognize their credentials
November 1, 2023
New program at DIVERSEcity thanks to funding by Government of BC and ASPECT BC for international credential recognition… Read more
October 30 is BC Non-Profit Day
October 30, 2023
There is now an official day to recognize the impact of the non-profit sector on people and communities… Read more
It’s National Volunteer Week and we want to shine a spotlight on the volunteers helping our Therapeutic Activation Program for Seniors (TAPS). TAPS supports seniors experiencing barriers in accessing community resources with group exercise classes and more.![]()
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This program is an important service that could not exist without the compassion and commitment of our volunteers. Their dedication helps bring smiles and support to the seniors in our community. ![]()
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“I think volunteering is very important for everyone to do at least once in their life,” says Sanam, TAPS volunteer. ![]()
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For more information about volunteer opportunities, visit: www.dcrs.ca/volunteer/ ![]()
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#NationalVolunteerWeek #NVW2024 #volunteer #thankyou #SurreyBC
Congratulations to all our little graduates of the Bond to Literacy program! ![]()
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Over the past 12 weeks children enrolled in our early literacy program have learned important skills to get them ready for elementary school! ![]()
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The program had extra special attendance, with 7 grandmoms actively participating in all 12 sessions! ![]()
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To learn more about our multicultural programs for families visit here: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/programs-for-children-and-families/multicultural-outreach-programs/ ![]()
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Today is the last day of our annual income tax clinic and we want to extend a big thumbs up to all who volunteered and helped make it possible! ![]()
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Beginning in March, this annual tax clinic offered an opportunity for people to connect with a DIVERSEcity volunteer, trained by the Canada Revenue Agency who helped prepare and file their tax return. ![]()
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Volunteers seated themselves alongside clients, guiding them through the tax filing procedure while providing helpful tips and assistance. ![]()
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This National Volunteer Week, we want to thank all the volunteers who showed up and helped this tax season go smoothly! ![]()
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For more information about volunteer opportunities, visit: www.dcrs.ca/volunteer/ ![]()
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Check out this blog post from the Together Project, featuring DIVERSEcity’s Volunteer Coordinator, Simar Thukral! ![]()
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In his role as Volunteer Coordinator at DIVERSEcity, Together Project’s partner in Surrey, British Columbia, Simar Thukral delivers the Welcome Group Program locally, and that means matching refugee newcomer families with volunteers. When an #Afghan family of seven was referred to the program, Simar put together a four-person Welcome Group of former newcomers and Canadian-born volunteers to be matched with them. ![]()
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“It’s always important for me to find volunteers who can support a family’s priorities after coming to British Columbia, and I’m glad that I was able to find that in this group,” he said. ![]()
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Read the full story here: www.dcrs.ca/the-story-of-a-welcome-group-in-surrey-bc-these-volunteers-were-going-above-and-beyond/![]()
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Together Project – Surrey - DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society
www.dcrs.ca
The Together Project connects newcomers and Canadians to build stronger, more welcoming communities. DIVERSEcity runs the Surrey, BC project.
Today is the start of National Volunteer Week, April 14–20, 2024. For 45 years, DIVERSEcity has counted on incredible volunteers who selflessly support the work we do for people and for communities. ![]()
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From our forward-thinking Board of Directors to the compassionate folks supporting our seniors to the volunteers sharing their tax-filing expertise at our free Income Tax Clinic and beyond, we are grateful to all 240+ of you. ![]()
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Volunteering matters. It builds stronger, more inclusive communities while giving people the help and connection they need. Volunteers benefit, too. You can gain new experiences, improve your skills and meet new people, while giving back to others. ![]()
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Is there a DIVERSEcity volunteer who has made a difference in your life? Let us know! Want to learn more about becoming a volunteer yourself? Go to: www.dcrs.ca/volunteer/ ![]()
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#NationalVolunteerWeek #NVW2024 #volunteer #thankyou #EveryMomentMatters