DIVERSEcity’s Annual Report 2020–2021 is now available Read the Message from the CEO and Board President below and… Read more
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DIVERSEcity receives funding for new gender-based violence work
August 6, 2021
Funding for new project: Roots of Safety: Centering Racialized Women in GBV Systems of Care Today, DIVERSEcity was… Read more
DIVERSEcity Skills Training Centre course in person at TriCities Work BC Centre
August 3, 2021
While most of our DIVERSEcity Skills Training Centre courses have been delivered online since COVID-19 restrictions came into… Read more
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic at DIVERSEcity coming in August
July 30, 2021
DIVERSEcity is excited to partner with Fraser Health to offer a COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic on August 12, 2021,… Read more
Kristi Pinderi is a finalist in the Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards
July 29, 2021
Kristi Pinderi, DIVERSEcity’s LBGTQ+ support worker and a human rights activist in BC and his home country of… Read more
Food for Life food hamper program is helping 42 local families in need
July 12, 2021
DIVERSEcity’s Food for Life food hamper program will run weekly until November 2021 Every Saturday morning, from now… Read more
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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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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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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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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Are you preparing for the Canadian citizenship test? Do you need help practising for your oral interview? Conversations for Citizenship can help! ![]()
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Join our weekly drop-in sessions to practise your speaking and listening skills with other newcomers.![]()
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Open to permanent residents, with CLB 3 or higher who will be applying or have applied for their citizenship test. ![]()
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For more details or to register, please contact 604-547-1323 or citizenship@dcrs.ca.![]()
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