Harsh Thakkar, manager of DIVERSEcity Interpretation and Translation Services, is one of this year’s RBC Top 25 Canadian… Read more
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DIVERSEcity’s Sandip Gill is one of Surrey’s top 25 under 25
September 10, 2020
Vice president, soccer coach, volunteer — Sandip Gill goes by many different titles. Top 25 under 25 recipient… Read more
How to make a paper flower: family activity
September 8, 2020
Looking for more at home activities to do with the kids? DIVERSEcity’s Children’s Programs are here to… Read more
Call for applications for the January Marie Lapuz Youth Leadership Award
September 4, 2020
This award for 2SLGBTQ+ youth advocates are presented by Sher Vancouver. DIVERSEcity is the exclusive sponsor for the… Read more
SurreyCares supports DIVERSEcity’s food access initiatives with grant from the Emergency Community Support Fund
August 26, 2020
SurreyCares Community Foundation and the Government of Canada’s Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF) have provided a total of… Read more
Women overcoming trauma and finding employment with DIVERSEcity’s H.E.A.L program
August 20, 2020
For many immigrant and refugee women who come to Canada, finding employment can be extremely challenging, even though… Read more
As #CitizenshipWeek concludes, we want to acknowledge all the participants who have completed DIVERSEcity’s Canadian Citizenship Preparation & Civic Engagement Course over the years and are now Canadian citizens. ![]()
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We are proud to have helped you in your citizenship journey and are grateful for the many thank yous we receive, including most recently from Mira: ![]()
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“I am happy to share that I did my citizenship test and got 18 correct out of 20. I am eternally grateful for your guidance and most importantly your confidence in me that I will be able to clear it. Thank you very much for all your support and guidance.” ![]()
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Learn more about our citizenship programs at: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/citizenship-preparation/ ![]()
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As Citizenship Week continues, we had the pleasure of hearing why Sara Keshmiri, an immigrant from Iran and DIVERSEcity staff member, loves Canada: ![]()
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“For me, being Canadian means being safe and free ... and accepting all cultures,” she shares. ![]()
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And that’s what makes Canada — Canada. A place where people from all walks of life can share stories and experiences, weaving together the colourful tapestry of our community. ![]()
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The beauty of Canada can be found in its rivers and mountains, in its trees and nature — but it’s the people who make Canada home. ![]()
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Learn more about our citizenship programs at: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/citizenship-preparation/ ![]()
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Are you between 15–30 and care about the environment, reconciliation, inclusion, democracy or other social issues? 🌎 DIVERSEcity’s Youth for People and the Planet is your chance to take action in your community! 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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Open to youth aged 15–30 from BIPOC, Indigenous, 2SLGBTQ+, newcomer and underserved communities from Metro Vancouver, Vancouver Island, Okanagan, Kootenays and Northern BC.![]()
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Spots are limited. Get in touch today!![]()
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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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Last few days to register for the 2025 BC Non-Profit Leadership Conference this June 5-6, 2025.. ![]()
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DIVERSEcity's Neelam Sahota will be part of a panel on June 5, along with Djaka Blais, Chantelle Krish, and Yusra Qadir on "Amplifying BIPOC Women Leaders: Mentorship, Pathways, and DEI in Nonprofits."![]()
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This is just one of many important conversations on non-profit leadership today at this year's conference by Vantage Point. #2025BCNPLC ![]()
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Learn about all the conference speakers, sessions and how to register here: events.zoom.us/ev/AoHaPx-3tyHzzwgzdv0eLT8ssxHpOj8jLUe6M5VcTN66J_qUgPAA~AlYLvV-AgD1jU5H-ke61F5M1ab...
Celebrate Citizenship Week with DIVERSEcity! 🇨🇦![]()
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Join our Conversations for Citizenship — weekly, drop-in sessions designed to help you prepare for the oral interview portion of the Canadian citizenship test. ![]()
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Connect with others, strengthen your speaking and listening skills, and explore topics from the Discover Canada guide in a welcoming, safe and informal setting. Together, we’ll discuss current events, learn more about Canada and support one another on the journey to becoming Canadian citizens ![]()
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Learn more about our citizenship programs at: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/citizenship-preparation/ ![]()
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