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
Earlier this month we took a field trip to A Rocha BC Centre! Participants enjoyed a hands-on, science-based experience with up-close encounters with wildlife, plants and local ecosystems. 🌱🥕🦫![]()
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From learning about conservation to simply soaking up the beauty of BC’s natural environment, the day was both fun and informative. Children and adults alike left with new knowledge and a deeper appreciation for the place we call home. ![]()
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A big thank you to everyone who joined us — and to the folks at A Rocha for helping make this memorable outing possible.🌲 ![]()
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Photos by @madiijoyphotography![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #NatureLearning #BeautifulBC #EnvironmentalEducation #DIVERSEcity #BCNature #SurreyBC #Delta @arochacanada
Many people living with addiction face stigma, isolation or feel unsure where to begin their healing journey. At DIVERSEcity we believe that understanding addiction is the first step towards wellness.![]()
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Our upcoming Substance Use Group is a safe and inclusive space for men 19+ to explore substance use through a psychological, biological and social point of view. ![]()
Running Mondays from 3 - 4:30pm, this 8-week session will explore: ![]()
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- Harm reduction ![]()
- Understanding triggers and managing cravings ![]()
- Developing coping skills for depression, stress and anger![]()
- Investigate relapse prevention and mindfulness strategies ![]()
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Whether you’re at the start of a new chapter or looking to strengthen your recovery, you’re welcome here. ![]()
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Punjabi language support will be available.![]()
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To register call: 604-547-1221, email intake@dcrs.ca or complete the online form shorturl.at/QPG1R ![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #MentalWellness #HarmReduction #AddictionRecovery #DIVERSEcity #SurreyBC #Delta
APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN! 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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Apply for the grant now until August 3, 2025 at: forms.office.com/r/UXXUv9fh0d ![]()
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Open to newcomer women (less than five years in Canada) who are 30 years or older.![]()
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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
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