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Community Kitchen program helps newcomers bond over food
January 8, 2020
DIVERSEcity’s Community Kitchen coordinator Leo Ramirez shares how the program helps newcomers and low-income residents overcome food insecurity… Read more
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 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
We’re celebrating World Refugee Day in the community at Fleetwood Community Centre this Friday, from 4:30–6:30 pm! Please join us to learn about the refugee experience, connect with others and have fun for the whole family! ![]()
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This is a FREE family-friendly event. No registration is required. ![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #WorldRefugeeDay #refugees #community #familyevent #fleetwood #langley
DIVERSEcity partnered with Coast Capital to host a speed-networking event at their headquarters in #SurreyBC! The event brought together newcomers and job seekers from the community with finance professionals from Coast Capital’s Mainland Finance Team — led by Chief Financial Officer Daryl Hosein — for a meaningful exchange of experiences, encouragement and career advice. ![]()
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“It takes time — even for us,” one team member shared. “It’s hours and hours of sending out resumés. Just be patient and work through the process.”![]()
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From the DIVERSEcity team, Alison Ireland, Senior Manager, Employment Programs, acknowledged the emotional challenge of the job search. ![]()
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“We always say searching for the job is probably harder than the job itself. Patience is the biggest thing you need — no one really can prepare you for how long it can take.” ![]()
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David, a DIVERSEcity client from Colombia, appreciated the chance to learn directly from Coast Capital’s team. ![]()
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“The people gave me good feedback about getting a job, their experiences in Canada, and what skills I need. It was a good event.” ![]()
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Read the full story here: www.dcrs.ca/coast-capital-diversecity-speed-networking-event-empowers-jobseekers/ ![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #CoastCapital #community #Employment #JobSearch #Newcomer #SurreyBC #Canada
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Newcomers from DIVERSEcity programs and financial professionals from Coast Capital connect to discuss the job search process.
Today, we honour the strength, quiet sacrifices and steady presence of fathers in all their forms. ![]()
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To the dads who moved across oceans for their children’s futures … ![]()
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To the fathers learning new languages, working long hours and navigating unfamiliar systems with resilience and courage … ![]()
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To all the men who show up and show love, through action, perseverance and hope — your efforts do not go unseen. ![]()
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From all of us at DIVERSEcity, thank you. ![]()
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#FathersDay #FatherFigures #NewcomerStories #Family #StrengthInDiversity #DIVERSEcity #SurreyBC #Canada
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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Open to newcomer women (less than five years in Canada) who are 30 years or older.![]()
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Apply between July 18 to August 3, 2025. Visit: forms.office.com/r/UXXUv9fh0d ![]()
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For more information, please contact Asmaa Shahin at ashahin@dcrs.ca or visit: www.dcrs.ca/credentialing-program-for-newcomer-women/ ![]()
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#surreybc #ForPeopleForCommunities #women #newcomer #grant #FREE #credentials #foreigncredentials #skills #immigrant
Nominations are now open for the 2025 DIVERSEcity Awards of Impact! ![]()
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Do you know a changemaker making a social impact? Nominate them today for this recognition. ![]()
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Through our annual Awards of Impact, DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society recognizes and celebrates inspiring changemakers — individuals, community groups and organizations — who are making an impact in the community. ![]()
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There are eight award categories:![]()
⭐Youth Leadership Award ![]()
⭐Food Justice Advocate Award ![]()
⭐Strengthening Safety Award ![]()
⭐Inspiring Seniors Award ![]()
⭐Reconciliation in Action Award ![]()
⭐Gender Equity Award ![]()
⭐Community Changemaker Award![]()
⭐Diverse Abilities Award ![]()
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Deadline for nominations is Sunday, July 13, 2025. Go online here to nominate: www.dcrs.ca/awards/ ![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #awardsofimpact #changemaker #community #champions
DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society
www.dcrs.ca
At DIVERSEcity, strengthening communities starts with helping people build the life they want with newcomer, language & employment services.