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Finding new ways to celebrate Canada Day 2020
June 30, 2020
Happy Canada Day! It should come as no surprise that this year’s celebration will look different than previous… Read more
Celebrating Canadian Multiculturalism Day
June 27, 2020
Did you know that June 27 is Canadian Multiculturalism Day? The day gets a little overlooked sometimes because… Read more
Feeding the Soul at Home: a recipe book
June 26, 2020
DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society published a recipe book in 2017 called Feeding the Soul* that shared some delicious,… Read more
Recognizing the stories of refugees on World Refugee Day
June 18, 2020
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Future Leaders grad helps DIVERSEcity stay connected
May 28, 2020
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Looking to grow and connect with other entrepreneurs? Our Diverse Entrepreneurs Business Incubator program, supported by TD, held another Show and Tell session where participants had a chance to present their business idea and even hear practical digital marketing tips from a past program graduate! ![]()
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These show and tell sessions are open to entrepreneurs of all stages to present, learn and grow together in a supportive environment. They are held on the third Saturday of each month. ![]()
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Interested? The next session takes place August 16 at Surrey Public Library (Central Branch)! ![]()
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To register, please visit: 2025show-tell-surrey.eventbrite.ca ![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #surreybc #entrepreneur #smallbusiness #smallbusinessbc #workshop #smallbusinesses #smallbusinessvancouver #DigitalMarketing #business
Today is World Drowning Prevention Day, an opportunity to pause and consider our part in water safety. ![]()
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Whether you’re boating, swimming or spending time by the water relaxing —accidents can happen in seconds. Drowning often doesn’t look like an emergency; it’s silent and fast but preventable with the right knowledge and proactive precautions. ![]()
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Here are some ways you can stay water safe: ![]()
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🏊 Always swim with friends and keep an eye on each other ![]()
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🛥️ Wear a lifejacket when boating or out on open water ![]()
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🚼 Supervise children closely; accidents happen quickly ![]()
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🚫 Avoid alcohol or substances when swimming or boating ![]()
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Every swim, every afternoon spent by the water is a chance to create memories with the people we love. Let’s look out for one another by staying present and helping each other stay safe. ![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #NDPW2025 #SwimSafeBC #NewcomerSafety #DIVERSEcity #SurreyBC #Delta
From storytime adventures to hands-on learning tools, libraries have so much to offer families and kids during the summer months. ![]()
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Whether you’re looking for activities or ways to inspire your child’s love of reading, imagination and curiosity, this free online session is for you! ![]()
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Happening on Tuesday, July 29 from 1:30–2:30pm via ZOOM, join this DIVERSEcity workshop, Exploring Library Resources in Surrey, to learn more about summer programs, interactive learning tools and family-friendly activities offered by Surrey Libraries. ![]()
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Don’t miss your chance to discover all that Surrey Libraries have to offer! 📚 ![]()
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Everyone welcome. Mandarin support available. To register please contact us at: nzhang@dcrs.ca or call 604-363-2753. ![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #DIVERSEcity #LoveLearning #DiscoverReading #ComunityConnections #NewcomerSupport #SurreyBC #Delta
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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Open to newcomer women (less than five years in Canada) who are 30 years or older.![]()
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Apply for the grant now until August 3, 2025 at: forms.office.com/r/UXXUv9fh0d ![]()
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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
Whether you’re new to Canada or looking for your next opportunity, join us for a free Networking with Employers event where you’ll hear from Sandeep Bains, Regional Marketing Director at SELC College and SELC Language College. ![]()
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At this event you’ll have the opportunity to: ![]()
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🤝 Connect with professionals ![]()
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🎓 Learn how to break into the education field ![]()
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🏫 Discover college and language school career paths ![]()
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🙋 Ask questions and get tips to build your future ![]()
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This session is designed to help jobseekers explore careers in a welcoming and informative space. ![]()
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Hosted by Safe Haven’s Employment Programs, this is a free event for refugee claimants on July 25 at 12:30 at DIVERSEcity in #SurreyBC. ![]()
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Let’s build your path in education together. ![]()
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To register visit the link www.dcrs.ca/event-details/safe-haven-networking-event-explore-a-career-in-the-education-sector/ ![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunites #DIVERSEcity #EmploymentWorkshops #CareerSupport #NetworkingEvent #NewcomerSupport #SurreyBC #Delta @selccollege