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NewToBC is all about making connections. It is a library settlement initiative that connects newcomer immigrants and refugees with essential settlement information, public libraries, other service provider organizations, and, ultimately, BC communities. NewToBC plays a unique role in the settlement sector by offering services that are responsive to the evolving needs of newcomers, that complement and raise awareness about resources and services offered by public libraries and other service provider organizations, and that support BC communities as they welcome growing newcomer populations.
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Embracing Change: From Puerto Vallarta to British Columbia
April 19, 2024
In September 2023, I moved to British Columbia from Puerto Vallarta. I’ve encountered a myriad of challenges and joys, all of which have shaped my experience as a newcomer to this beautiful province. Here’s how I’ve gone about Embracing Change: From Puerto Vallarta to British Columbia. New Beginnings Our decision…
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Relevant library and settlement news is updated here each week.
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Expanded mental-health, addictions support coming for South Asian community
South Asian people who are struggling with mental-health or addictions challenges in greater Vancouver now have access to expanded services provided by the South Asian Community Hub Society (SACH). Learn more. read more
May 02, 2024
Premier’s, minister’s, parliamentary secretary’s statements on Jewish Heritage Month
“Jewish Heritage Month is an opportunity to remember and honour the countless contributions Jewish Canadians have made in building our province. Read more. read more
May 02, 2024
Joint statement on Asian Heritage Month
“May is Asian Heritage Month in B.C. and a chance for us to celebrate the numerous contributions Asian Canadians have made to our province. read more
May 01, 2024
An immigrant’s take on banking and home buying in Canada
Almost 30 years ago, Maya Corbic and her family moved to Canada from war-torn Bosnia. Today, Ms. Corbic is a certified public accountant and author… read more
April 29, 2024
Expanded mental-health, addictions support coming for South Asian community
South Asian people who are struggling with mental-health or addictions challenges in greater Vancouver now have access to expanded services provided by the South Asian… read more
April 27, 2024
B.C. allots record $25.6M in annual funding for newcomer services
The B.C. government is more than quadrupling funding for newcomer services from $6 million to $25.6 million per year, partnering with 30 organizations throughout the… read more
April 25, 2024
‘100th Anniversary of Humiliation Day’: Chinese Canadian Museum collecting stories of head tax payers
Did your family pay the head tax? How did it affect your family? Did the Chinese Exclusion Act lead to family separations? The Chinese Canadian… read more
Public libraries and community agencies offer numerous free events.
This event listing is updated each week. Visit often to see what’s going on!
Big Fight in Little Chinatown: Film Screening & Panel
Where:
Vancouver Public Library – Central Library
Date:
May 6
When:
6:00 – 8:30pm
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English conversation circles for senior immigrants
Where:
Impact North Shore #207-123 East 15th Street, North Vancouver, Classroom 9
Date:
May 6
When:
1:30 – 3:00pm
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Understanding Blood Services in Canada 加拿大血液服务介绍
Where:
5900 Minrou Blvd #105 / Online
Date:
May 7
When:
10:00 – 11:30am
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ትግርኛ ዛንታ Tigrinya Storytime
Where:
Surrey Libraries – Guildford Branch
Date:
1:00 – 2:00pm
When:
1:00 – 2:00pm
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Raising a Multilingual Child | Criar Niños Multilingües
Where:
Burnaby Public Library – Tommy Douglas Branch
Date:
May 9
When:
5:30 – 7:30pm
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آشنایی با سیستم آموزشی مدارس در استان بی سی کانادا (School System in BC, Canada)
Where:
Hybrid – #258-3020 Lincoln Avenue, Coquitlam, BC / Online via Zoom
Date:
May 9
When:
1:00 – 3:00pm
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9th Annual – Teen Imagine Contest
Where:
Frase Valley Regional Library
Date:
March 11 – May 10
When:
Submit your work!
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Anxiety in Women 女性如何认识及应对焦虑
Where:
地址: 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC / Online
Date:
May 10
When:
10:00 – 11:30am
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