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Statement on National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women

December 6, 2019

CEO Neelam Sahota on DIVERSEcity’s empowerment programs for women facing violence “DIVERSEcity is committed to empowering women, particularly… Read more

Supporting Youth and Seniors Programs on Giving Tuesday

December 3, 2019

DIVERSEcity receives donation from New Horizons Village Society to build on programs for youth and seniors, including intergenerational… Read more

DIVERSEcity's Bundle up campaign

DIVERSEcity’s Bundle Up Campaign helps refugees keep warm for winter

November 15, 2019

With cold temperatures and even snowfall expected this winter, DIVERSEcity is seeking warm clothes, food staples and more… Read more

New funding will allow DIVERSEcity to help more people with its free, first-language mental health services

November 4, 2019

Meeting the demand for mental health and counselling services is an ongoing challenge with about 17 per cent… Read more

Tips for newcomers on their first Halloween

October 30, 2019

Halloween (October 31) in Canada today is primarily about dressing up and trick-or-treating, but the tradition actually stems… Read more

DIVERSEcity Entrepreneur & Small Business Fair

October 16, 2019

Helping newcomers and all emerging entrepreneurs plan, launch and grow their business Despite the rising number of immigrants… Read more

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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. 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: “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.” Learn more about our citizenship programs at: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/citizenship-preparation/ #ForPeopleForCommunities #CitizenshipWeek #MyCitizenship #Citizenship #SurreyBC #Canada ... See MoreSee Less
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23 hours ago

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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: “For me, being Canadian means being safe and free ... and accepting all cultures,” she shares. 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. 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. Learn more about our citizenship programs at: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/citizenship-preparation/ #ForPeopleForCommunities #CitizenshipWeek #MyCitizenship #Citizenship #SurreyBC #Canada ... See MoreSee Less
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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:✅ 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!Open to youth aged 15–30 from BIPOC, Indigenous, 2SLGBTQ+, newcomer and underserved communities from Metro Vancouver, Vancouver Island, Okanagan, Kootenays and Northern BC.Spots are limited. Get in touch today!Learn more and apply at: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/youth-programs/youth-for-people-and-the-planet#Youth #Leadership #YouthLeadership #Grant #Environment #Reconciliation #Inclusion #SurreyBC #ForPeopleForCommunities ... See MoreSee Less
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Last few days to register for the 2025 BC Non-Profit Leadership Conference this June 5-6, 2025.. 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."This is just one of many important conversations on non-profit leadership today at this year's conference by Vantage Point. #2025BCNPLC Learn about all the conference speakers, sessions and how to register here: events.zoom.us/ev/AoHaPx-3tyHzzwgzdv0eLT8ssxHpOj8jLUe6M5VcTN66J_qUgPAA~AlYLvV-AgD1jU5H-ke61F5M1ab... ... See MoreSee Less
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2 days ago

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Celebrate Citizenship Week with DIVERSEcity! 🇨🇦Join our Conversations for Citizenship — weekly, drop-in sessions designed to help you prepare for the oral interview portion of the Canadian citizenship test. 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 Learn more about our citizenship programs at: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/citizenship-preparation/ #ForPeopleForCommunities #CitizenshipWeek #MyCitizenship #Citizenship #SurreyBC #Canada ... See MoreSee Less
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