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Community
LCSS' Roots of Resiliency focuses on supporting individuals who have experienced or witnessed racism. Racism is the unfair treatment of…
Community
New Directions December Newsletter
New Directions has released their December newsletter, highlighting upcoming LINC classes, services and important dates.
Immigration & Settlement
P2P National Conference Report
On November 25-26, 2024, the Pathways to Prosperity Partnership held its 12th Annual National Conference – Supporting Newcomers to Canada: A…
Education
Help Shape the Future of Student Support by Completing a Survey
The Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills is doing user research to help improve digital services for students learning…
Immigration & Settlement
Moving from an international to Canadian driver’s licence: a Provincial and Territorial Guide
As a newcomer to Canada, you might already have a driver’s licence and substantial driving experience from your home country.…
Community
Immigration & Settlement
What newcomers can expect this winter
For many newcomers, Canada’s winter can feel like an entirely new world. With colder temperatures, snowstorms and icy conditions, the…
Immigration & Settlement
New immigration fees effective December 1
Canada’s immigration department has raised several application fees, effective December 1 2024. Here are the new fees, compared with the…
Community
New regional park combines private land with existing Langley park
Metro Vancouver has announced the creation of a new regional park in South Langley, combining an existing municipal park with…
Immigration & Settlement
Understanding Canada’s political system as a newcomer
Having become a Canadian citizen in September 2024, Javi Reyes is looking forward to exercising one of his most fundamental…
Housing
Canada’s rental market: trends, challenges, and what’s next
The Canadian rental market has seen some major ups and downs in recent years. From skyrocketing rent prices in big…
Immigration & Settlement
Refugee Resettlement
How the Canadian government supports newcomers with Canada Connects
The Canadian federal government has invested in programs to help newcomers settle and thrive in Canada. Eligible newcomers can take…
Education
Employment
International students in Canada can work 24 hours a week off-campus
International students in Canada can now work up to 24 hours per week off-campus while their classes are in session.…
Immigration & Settlement
Free tools and resources for your immigration journey
Newcomers can access free, web-based tools to help with every stage of the Canadian immigration process. The following article will…
Community
New Directions December Newsletter
New Directions has released their November newsletter, highlighting upcoming LINC classes, services and important dates.
Community
Immigration & Settlement
Langley Community Services Society team serves immigrants with temporary resident status (migrant workers, international students, refugee claimants) and naturalized Canadian…
Education
Immigration & Settlement
Five things international students need to know about Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan 2025-27
On October 24, Canada announced the Immigration Levels Plan for 2025-2027 and, for the first time, set targets for temporary…
Immigration & Settlement
How to move to Canada from the US
Americans seeking to move to Canada should plan in advance for their immigration status. Although Americans with passports are used…
Employment
Canada ranked as #1 destination for job seekers
A new study has named Canada as the top destination that people are looking to move to for work. According…
Community
Aldergrove actor stars in ‘Chronicles of Narnia’ production
For Cath de la Rambelje, it's always been her and the stage – as her friends say. She has been…
Community
Aldergrove library hosts free lecture about ‘geoengineering’
For the last three years, Canadian journalist Gwynne Dyer was interviewing more than one hundred climate scientists and engineers for…
Community
Aldergrove honours the fallen on Remembrance Day
With Remembrance Day approaching, this is the time of the year when people pause to remember those who served and…
Housing
The five most important things to know about renting in Canada
Newcomers may be unfamiliar with important information about renting in Canada. For example, tenants can enjoy many protections under some…
Immigration & Settlement
Five common mistakes in your immigration application that could lead to misrepresentation
Providing incorrect information on your immigration application – even unintentionally – can put you at risk of misrepresentation. Misrepresentation is…
Immigration & Settlement
Supplementary Information for the 2025-2027 Immigration Levels Plan
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is pleased to release details on the 2025-2027 Immigration Levels Plan (Levels Plan). The…
Community
People encouraged to prepare for seasonal weather
As weather in British Columbia transitions into fall, people can expect seasonal stormy conditions and are encouraged to take steps…
Immigration & Settlement
IRCC Tables Immigration Levels Plan 2025-2027
OVERVIEW Every year, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) releases a new Immigration Levels Plan which provides immigration projections/targets for…
Immigration & Settlement
Podcast: Navigating your path to financial success in Canada: Essential tips for newcomers
In this episode, we’ll explore the common financial challenges faced by newcomers to Canada and offer effective strategies to navigate…
Immigration & Settlement
Refugee Resettlement
IRCC to provide financial assistance for Gazans arriving in Canada
Palestinians who have left Gaza will soon receive transitional financial assistance from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) when they…
Community
New Directions November Newsletter
New Directions has released their November newsletter, highlighting upcoming LINC classes, services and important dates.
Community
Fulfill A Christmas Wish – Build a Toy Mountain
Help families in need provide a festive dinner and Christmas gifts for their children. You can help by sponsoring a…
Community
Urban Forest Management Strategy Survey
The City of Langley is developing an Urban Forest Management Strategy (UFMS) to guide the long-term planning and management of…
Community
COMMUNITY CALENDAR: Langley’s autumn happenings
Community Harvest: Langley Environmental Partners Society (LEPS) would like to hear from people with fruits and vegetables to donate to…
Seniors
Fitness pilot program expands to Langley seniors complex
Residents at Langley Seniors Village can now take part in free fitness classes with the expansion of a program through…
Community
Langley businesses salvage what they can after devastating fire
Businesses are assessing the damage after a fire tore through a building in Langley City over the weekend. Some owners…
Employment
Immigration & Settlement
In 2021, Carlos Pinheiro moved from Brazil to Canada, armed with a degree in production engineering and experience in manufacturing…
Immigration & Settlement
Here’s what you can expect during your virtual citizenship ceremony in Canada
Virtual citizenship ceremonies have become the norm in Canada. These ceremonies were traditionally held in person, but over the pandemic,…
Community
WELCOME TO THE COMMUNITY: Volunteering runs in this Aldergrove family
Langley is made up of a series of neighbourhoods or "communities," some that were developed in the past few decades,…
Children and Youth
Education
New student spaces coming quicker to B.C. communities
Ten communities will soon have more student spaces as part of the government’s actions to expand schools quicker. Through a…
Community
New Directions October Newsletter
New Directions has released their October newsletter, highlighting upcoming LINC classes, services and important dates.
Health
Better patient care, more nurses coming to B.C.
Patients will experience improved care and nurses will experience a stronger health-care system as the Province and BC Nurses’ Union (BCNU)…
Families
Immigration & Settlement
Refugee Resettlement
Canada Has Welcomed Nearly 17,000 Parents And Grandparent Immigrants In 2024
New permanent residents of Canada through the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) slowed in July compared to June, the latest data from…
Immigration & Settlement
Language
How accent bias can impact a person’s job prospects
As anyone who has looked for a job can tell you, finding one isn’t the easiest process. This experience can…
Community
Langley libraries pull out all the stops for BC Culture Days
With the start of BC Culture Days fast approaching, many local facilities are preparing to host some family-friendly events to…
Children and Youth
Langley youth mentorship program celebrates in September
September is Big Brothers Big Sisters Month and the local program is using it to spotlight the work it does…
Community
City of Langley’s “Transportation 2050” Plan – Provide Your Feedback
The City of Langley is developing a new transportation plan: Transportation 2050 Plan, a long-term strategic vision aimed at improving transportation for…
English Conversation Circle – City of Langley Library
Are you a newcomer who would like to: connect with others and practice English? learn more about your community and...
Are you looking for meal inspiration for the new year? Do you have recipes you love to share? Join our recipe swap this...
You Keep Me In Stitches – Knitting Group
Knitting and crochet is a great way to socialize, connect with others and helps keep your mind active. While you are...
All Ages Chess Club – Aldergrove Library
Calling chess players of all ages—those who want to learn, improve, meet other chess players, or just have fun! Young...
Fort Langley Historic Half Marathon Info Session
The Fort Langley Historic Half Marathon is looking for volunteers! If you’re looking for a volunteer opportunity...
English Conversation Circle – City of Langley Library
Are you a newcomer who would like to: connect with others and practice English? learn more about your community and...
Guide to Banking in Canada – Free Workshop in Mandarin
Join Langley Community Services Society on January 15th for a free Mandarin workshop on Guide to Banking in Canada....
You Keep Me In Stitches – Knitting Group
Knitting and crochet is a great way to socialize, connect with others and helps keep your mind active. While you are...
All Ages Chess Club – Aldergrove Library
Calling chess players of all ages—those who want to learn, improve, meet other chess players, or just have fun! Young...
Drop In Tech Help – City of Langley Library
Join our library staff to learn new programs and techniques on your own devices or on library computers. Bring in your...
English Conversation Circle – City of Langley Library
Are you a newcomer who would like to: connect with others and practice English? learn more about your community and...
Titles & Tea – City of Langley Library
Join us to discuss this month’s chosen work of fiction in a casual and welcoming setting. Book sets are provided by...
You Keep Me In Stitches – Knitting Group
Knitting and crochet is a great way to socialize, connect with others and helps keep your mind active. While you are...
All Ages Chess Club – Aldergrove Library
Calling chess players of all ages—those who want to learn, improve, meet other chess players, or just have fun! Young...
Brookswood Afternoon Book Club
Join your fellow book enthusiasts for a monthly casual book discussion based on a new title. The library will supply...
English Conversation Circle – City of Langley Library
Are you a newcomer who would like to: connect with others and practice English? learn more about your community and...
We’re celebrating Family Literacy Week, and the theme is “Learn to be Green, Together”. Celebrate at the Langley...
Intro to Baby Signing – City of Langley Library
Want to sign with your little one, but don’t know where to begin? Join us for Intro to Baby Signing! Signing is a...
You Keep Me In Stitches – Knitting Group
Knitting and crochet is a great way to socialize, connect with others and helps keep your mind active. While you are...
Tabletop Game Night – City of Langley Library
Calling all tabletop gamers! Join us at the library on the last Wednesday of the month to play tabletop games (board...
All Ages Chess Club – Aldergrove Library
Calling chess players of all ages—those who want to learn, improve, meet other chess players, or just have fun! Young...
Join us for a fun and relaxing ‘crafter-noon’ at the City of Langley Library, painting rocks! Paint, rocks and all...
Valentine’s Day Scavenger Hunt – Brookswood Library
Find all the Valentine’s Day themed items hiding in the children’s area to receive a small...
Come to Brookswood Library and discover KEVA Planks – a part of our Playground collection! We will be building...
Titles & Tea – City of Langley Library
Join us to discuss this month’s chosen work of fiction in a casual and welcoming setting. Book sets are provided by...
Enjoy reading? If you are between the ages of 8 and 12 you are invited to Brookswood Library to join our fun with...
Drop In Tech Help – City of Langley Library
Join our library staff to learn new programs and techniques on your own devices or on library computers. Bring in your...
Tabletop Game Night – City of Langley Library
Calling all tabletop gamers! Join us at the library on the last Wednesday of the month to play tabletop games (board...
Brookswood Afternoon Book Club
Join your fellow book enthusiasts for a monthly casual book discussion based on a new title. The library will supply...
Titles & Tea – City of Langley Library
Join us to discuss this month’s chosen work of fiction in a casual and welcoming setting. Book sets are provided by...
Enjoy reading? If you are between the ages of 8 and 12 you are invited to Brookswood Library to join our fun with...
Drop In Tech Help – City of Langley Library
Join our library staff to learn new programs and techniques on your own devices or on library computers. Bring in your...
Tabletop Game Night – City of Langley Library
Calling all tabletop gamers! Join us at the library on the last Wednesday of the month to play tabletop games (board...
Brookswood Afternoon Book Club
Join your fellow book enthusiasts for a monthly casual book discussion based on a new title. The library will supply...