At DIVERSEcity, we often share the incredible stories of the newcomers and diverse community members who we support… Read more
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People of DIVERSEcity
People of DIVERSEcity
DIVERSEcity would not be the community-building, charitable organization it is without the dedication and passion of our amazing employees and volunteers, who have shown us what resilience means during this ongoing pandemic. In our new series “People of DIVERSEcity,” we’ll spotlight some of these inspiring folks.
People of DIVERSEcity: Amie Johnson
September 28, 2021
At DIVERSEcity, we often share the incredible stories of the newcomers and diverse community members who we support… Read more
People of DIVERSEcity: Angelique Muhorakeye
September 16, 2021
At DIVERSEcity, we often share the incredible stories of the newcomers and diverse community members who we support… Read more
People of DIVERSEcity: Vandna Joshi
September 9, 2021
At DIVERSEcity, we often share the incredible stories of the newcomers and diverse community members who we support… Read more
Do you lead an emerging non-profit organization? Looking to build your capacity, funding and impact? DIVERSEcity’s BUILD BC-Yukon program is here to support your organizational growth and strengthen your service delivery capacity through: ![]()
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✅ Self-paced learning activities ![]()
✅ Resources to improve governance and funding readiness ![]()
✅ An opportunity to become a funding recipient via DIVERSEcity ![]()
✅ Networking with non-profits, regional partners and AMSSA BC![]()
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Open to BIPOC-led non-profit grassroots organizations in BC and Yukon providing services to newcomers, BIPOC, 2SLGBTQ+, seniors, youth, women and people with diverse abilities. ![]()
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Register for BUILD BC-Yukon here: forms.office.com/r/zEG5KzNP17 ![]()
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Learn more by contacting Sumaiyyah Adam, Project Manager, at 604-307-6486, email buildbcy@dcrs.ca, or visit: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/partnership-services/build/![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #SurreyBC #LowerMainland #VancouverIsland #Okanagan #NorthernBC #Yukon #BC #Vancouver #nonprofit #BIPOC #impact #growth
Are you a refugee claimant or asylum seeker who needs some legal information? Learn about legal help through Legal Aid BC for issues such as representation in court, advocacy, deportation letter removal, document processing, housing assistance, divorce, family law, mental health and addiction information and more.![]()
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The workshop is delivered in English with language support in Arabic, Dari, Pashto, Punjabi and Spanish on various dates at DIVERSEcity at 13455 76 Avenue, Surrey, BC.![]()
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Register here: forms.office.com/r/VFZHHeKCVh ![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #safehaven #LegalAid #workshop #refugeeclaimants #surreybc #Delta Legal Aid BC
Today is Canadian Multiculturalism Day, a time to celebrate the many cultures that make up our communities. At DIVERSEcity, we’re marking the day through something that connects us all: food! From Filipino fried chicken to Indian moong dal, our lunch tables reflect the rich cultural diversity that makes Canada — and our team! ![]()
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Learn more about our services, offered in several languages, here: www.dcrs.ca/ ![]()
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#CanadianMulticulturalismDay #CanadianMulticulturalismDay2025 #SurreyBC #ForPeopleForCommuniies #culture #food #diversity #canada
Exciting news from DIVERSEcity Skills Training Centre! This week, we delivered our very first Essential AI Skills for the Future of Work session at Burnaby Metrotown WorkBC Centre. A big thank you to our trainers, Mehrdad and Monzer, for leading this session!![]()
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Whether you’re drafting reports, creating presentations, researching trends or![]()
streamlining your workflows, this course will show you how to work smarter, not harder with AI. Check out our new course schedule for August to November 2025, which includes this essential AI course!![]()
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Visit: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/skills-training-centre/ ![]()
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#SurreyBC #Metrotown #ForPeopleForCommunities #BurnabyBC #Burnaby #AI #AIcourse #ArtificialIntelligence #workshop #skills #skillstraining #course WorkBC Burnaby Metrotown WorkBC
We’re heading outdoors for a special nature field trip to the beautiful A Rocha BC Centre in Surrey! Join us for a hands-on, nature-based educational experience. ![]()
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This is a chance to slow down, breathe deep and experience the rich natural landscape that makes BC home to so many diverse communities and ecosystems. Together, we’ll learn more about the land, its rhythms and the stories it holds.![]()
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This trip will be an immersive, science-based nature experience as we get up-close and encounter living things. You will also learn about environmental issues and conservation on this outdoor outing. ![]()
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Lunch provided. Open to permanent residents, protected persons and CUAET visa holders. To register, call Alka at 604-307-4071 or email avijh@dcrs.ca. ![]()
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#DIVERSEcity #ForPeopleForCommunities #NatureFieldTrip #ExploreBC #CommunityInNature #SurreyBC #Canada A Rocha BC