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Fighting systemic racism: DIVERSEcity joins provincially funded race-based data collection initiative
December 16, 2021
DIVERSEcity receives funding to join a provincially funded initiative to collect race-based data DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society is… Read more
People of DIVERSEcity: Kimmy
December 10, 2021
At DIVERSEcity, we often share the incredible stories of the newcomers and diverse community members who we support… Read more
People of DIVERSEcity: Nazia Kakar
December 2, 2021
At DIVERSEcity, we often share the incredible stories of the newcomers and diverse community members who we support… Read more
Free employment program for men facing barriers in finding work
December 1, 2021
Is your past holding you back from finding a job? Have you faced addiction issues, a criminal record,… Read more
Infinity Womenpreneurs creates collective success for women makers
November 29, 2021
Infinity Womenpreneurs is an online collective business platform and marketplace for graduates of DIVERSEcity’s CWB Business Incubator for… Read more
Many of the seniors we work with are not just participants — they are caregivers, volunteers and culture-bearers. ![]()
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Their dedication inspires us to serve with the same heart and to keep building programs that honour their contributions. ![]()
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This #BCSeniorsWeek, we celebrate their care and legacy, including those from our Newcomer Family and Friend Caregiver Program. We held a caregiver wellness workshop this week to help give back some knowledge and care to the selfless, amazing caregivers we support in our program. ![]()
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Learn more about our caregiver program here: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/services-for-seniors/newcomer-family-and-friend-caregiver-support-program/![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #BelongingForAll #surreybc #Delta #canada #caregivers #seniors
To everyone celebrating Eid al-Adha, we wish you moments of togetherness, generosity and gratitude. May this special time bring comfort, connection and joy to you and your communities.![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #surreybc #Delta #canada #Eid #eidmubarak
It’s World Environment Day! Do you want to make difference for climate action in your community? If you are a youth (aged 15–30) in Metro Vancouver, Vancouver Island, Okanagan, Kootenays or Northern BC, DIVERSEcity’s Youth for People and the Planet is your chance to take action!![]()
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If you care about the environment, reconciliation, inclusion, democracy or other social issues, learn more about our new youth leadership skills and micro-grant program! You will:![]()
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✅ Get eight weeks of skill-building support, workshops and mentorship to develop your leadership skills ![]()
✅ Get help to write a proposal for your own community-based volunteer project ![]()
✅ Have a chance to be one of 300 winning proposals that receive a $5,000 micro-grant to implement your project! ![]()
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Learn more and apply at: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/youth-programs/youth-for-people-and-the-planet/ ![]()
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#Youth #Leadership #YouthLeadership #Grant #Environment #Reconciliation #Inclusion #WorldEnvironmentDay #Okanagan #Kootenays #MetroVancouver #VancouverIsland #NorthernBC
RBC Start it Right! is back. Step into opportunity with this free program starting a new session 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: ![]()
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◾️ 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 www.dcrs.ca/our-services/employment-programs/youth-employment-programs/start-it-right-youth-emplo... ![]()
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RBC #ForPeopleForCommunities #StartItRight #RBC #NewcomerSupport #YouthEmployment #careers #CommunityLeadership #SurreyBC #Canada
DIVERSEcity’s Seniors and Newcomer Settlement teams were invited by CCM Canada 加拿大中信 (Chinese Christian Mission) and the Love for Surrey Community Group — two volunteer-led organizations — to take part in the Surrey Newcomers Fun Fair at Calvary Church, along with other organizations like S.U.C.C.E.S.S. and Options Community Services. The event welcomed 200+ participants, primarily from Chinese communities living in the Fraser Heights and Whalley areas.![]()
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This age-friendly and interactive event gave us the chance to connect with many families to DIVERSEcity's booth. We addressed a wide range of concerns, including settlement, housing, healthcare navigation, social engagement and more.![]()
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DIVERSEcity's Lin and Leslie said they were truly grateful for the chance to support the community in a culturally meaningful and collective way.![]()
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Learn more about our seniors and newcomer settlement programs here: www.dcrs.ca![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #newcomers #Chinesecommunity #FraserHeights