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Health

B.C. improving care for people with mental-health, substance-use challenges

March 23rd

The Province is taking action to improve care for people who suffer from severe, overlapping mental-health and substance-use challenges, including…

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Community

As trade war tightens, more Langley shoppers go local

March 23rd

As the U.S.-Canada trade war drives up the cost of shopping trips south of the line and sends consumers in search of…

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Community

Aldergrove Fair seeks sponsors, volunteers

March 23rd

The Aldergrove Fair committee has met the minimum needed to begin planning the 113th annual fair, but more volunteers and…

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Community

Langley receiving $3.1 million to help more women and children

March 20th

Langley will receive funding for 15 additional beds and for a second-stage housing unit to help women and children get…

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Employment

Canada unveils new study permit exemption for construction trade apprentices

March 20th

Some temporary foreign workers can now enroll in apprenticeship programs without requiring a study permit. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada…

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Employment

Essential job search tips for post-secondary students

March 16th

Finding meaningful work can be challenging for students who put off their job search until after graduation. Staying aware of…

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Employment

Tariff Troubles: How trade uncertainty is hitting immigrant businesses

March 16th

The ongoing uncertainty around the U.S.-Canada tariff situation is creating significant challenges for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Canada. Nearly one…

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Employment

Health

Canada invests in newcomer health workers to ease labour shortages

March 12th

Canada’s healthcare system is under strain, with long wait times, emergency room closures, and a growing shortage of family doctors affecting…

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Employment

IRCC announces eligibility for new Home Care Worker pathways to permanent residence

March 12th

Home care workers can now get more information on the forthcoming pathways to Canadian permanent residence. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship…

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Employment

Canada announces new pathway to permanent residence for construction workers

March 12th

The Canadian immigration department has announced major changes to support Canada’s construction industry. The biggest changes are Reserving immigration spaces…

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Children and Youth

Community

Students wow and amaze during Skills Canada regional competition in Chilliwack

March 9th

Amazing trade skills are being displayed in Chilliwack at the Skills Canada BC's 2025 Upper Fraser Valley Regional Competition. Hosted…

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Community

Langley’s Station House Café is more than grub

March 9th

Langley City leaders want the café in city hall to be more than a place to grab a muffin and…

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Children and Youth

Community

Langley residents flocking to local libraries, data shows

March 9th

Langley's population growth is driving more and more people to local libraries, especially to attend programs hosted by staff, according…

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Employment

Canada’s job market stays strong despite economic challenges: report

February 25th

A new report from the Conference Board of Canada, an independent research organization that analyzes economic trends, highlights the strength…

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Immigration & Settlement

These are the options for US H-1B visa holders who want to move to Canada

February 18th

Holders of H-1B visas pursuing U.S. green cards may find it quicker and easier to obtain Canadian permanent residency instead.…

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Education

Employment

Essential job search tips for post-secondary students

February 18th

Finding meaningful work can be challenging for students who put off their job search until after graduation. Staying aware of…

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Community

Fort library opens as salishan Place offers visitors first glimpse

February 18th

The historical exhibits, art, and Indigenous cultural displays aren't all in place quite yet, but the process of opening Langley's…

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Community

Langley has almost 200,000 people: StatsCan

February 18th

The combined population of Langley Township and City is just shy of 200,000 people, according to new Statistics Canada estimates…

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Education

Free ESL Classes in Langley: Supporting Newcomers with Language Learning

February 18th

Are you a newcomer looking to improve your English skills, prepare for Canadian citizenship, or advance in your career? New…

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Community

Black History Month Catalogue – Reading Lists

February 18th

Join us in commemorating the second week of Black History Month by checking out the Hub's picks for youth and adult books…

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Immigration & Settlement

Can you enter Canada with a criminal record?

February 17th

Your past criminal record in a foreign country—even if considerable time has passed—can prevent you from being allowed into Canada.…

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Families

Love connection: building relationships as a newcomer

February 12th

Newcomers approach love and relationships in diverse ways, from facing the pressures of traditional matchmaking to navigating the complexities of…

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Employment

What newcomers can expect in Canada’s evolving economy

February 6th

As Canada enters 2025, the economy presents both opportunities and hurdles for immigrants, who are essential to its workforce yet…

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Immigration & Settlement

IRCC makes significant dent in immigration backlog

February 6th

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC) backlog has fallen below one million applications for the first time in months. According…

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Community

Ice isn’t nice: Use caution during freezing weather

February 3rd

Drivers are advised that temperature fluctuations over the remainder of the week across the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley can…

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Community

Immigration & Settlement

New Directions February 2025 Newsletter

February 3rd

The New Directions English Language School has released their February 2025 Newsletter! Learn more about their LINC classes, their services…

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Community

How to overcome loneliness during Canada’s long winters

January 31st

Before COVID, before H1N1, before walking pneumonia, there was a different kind of pandemic — one that persists and continues…

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Employment

Navigating the complexities of remote work under Express Entry program

January 31st

The COVID-19 pandemic fundamentally reshaped the way we work, ushering in a remote work revolution that appears here to stay.…

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Employment

Immigration & Settlement

IRCC to implement restrictions on family Open Work Permits in January 2025

January 29th

The government of Canada is now implementing greater restrictions on work permits for family members of international students and foreign…

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Children and Youth

Community

Langley-based African Children’s choir holds local concerts

January 28th

The Langley-based African Children's Choir is holding a number of concerts to celebrate its 40th anniversary, including one at a…

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Immigration & Settlement

‘Welcome to Canada’ series on CBC News dives into newcomer challenges

January 25th

CBC News kicked off the year with Welcome to Canada, a series that gets real about what it’s like to start…

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Employment

Immigration & Settlement

How workers on closed work permits can change employers while awaiting a decision on a new work permit

January 20th

Currently, it’s possible for temporary foreign workers on closed work permits to start a new job before being issued a…

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Immigration & Settlement

Canadian passport ranks among best in world in 2025

January 20th

The Canadian passport was listed in the seventh position in a new global ranking of most powerful passports in the…

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Families

Language

New changes help people make claims in French under Divorce Act

January 15th

Amendments to divorce laws and rules will allow people to use both official languages in B.C. Supreme Court divorce matters.…

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Housing

New measures in place will boost home construction

January 15th

New actions are being implemented to help more people find affordable homes in the communities where they live and work.…

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Immigration & Settlement

Looking ahead to 2025: Newcomer hopes and expectations

January 15th

For many newcomers, 2025 brings hope for greater stability and fulfillment. Whether it’s securing a job that matches their skills,…

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Immigration & Settlement

New to Canada? You may be eligible for government-funded settlement services

January 15th

Some newcomers arriving to Canada are eligible for settlement services. Newcomers can take advantage of these government-funded services, which are…

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Community

Langley City Accepting Applications for Citizens’ Assembly to Address Key Community Issues

January 12th

Langley City is developing a Citizens' Assembly which will help the City understand key community issues and find practical solutions.…

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Children and Youth

Employment

Reboot Plus Program Supports Langley Youth to Connect with Business and Opportunity

January 5th

Young people in Langley are being offered an alternative education and career development program through the Reboot Plus Program. The…

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Immigration & Settlement

Refugee Resettlement

These are the new immigration pathways coming to Canada in 2025

December 30th

Canada is set to introduce several new pathways to permanent residence in 2025. These new pathways present opportunities for eligible…

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Employment

Immigration & Settlement

How to get an open work permit for your spouse or partner during the sponsorship process

December 30th

When sponsoring your spouse, common-law, or conjugal partner for Canadian permanent residence, your partner may be eligible to obtain an…

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Immigration & Settlement

Refugee Resettlement

Online survey of newcomers to Canada

December 30th

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is conducting an online survey of newcomers to Canada on their resettlement, settlement and…

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Tabletop Game Night – City of Langley Library

March 26th | 05:30 PM

Calling all tabletop gamers! Join us at the library on the last Wednesday of the month to play tabletop games (board...

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Brookswood Afternoon Book Club

March 27th | 02:30 PM

Join your fellow book enthusiasts for a monthly casual book discussion based on a new title. The library will supply...

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Ukulele Circle

April 18th | 01:00 PM

Come join our Uke circle and sing along! All ages and experience levels are welcome! Don’t play ukulele? Bring a...