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Grandson of Vancouver Chinatown icon Yip Sang shares tales as museum prepares to open
By Vancouver Sun | Mel Yip’s old home is being turned into a museum. Yip grew up on the sixth…
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Hate crimes: ‘If it makes somebody feel unsafe … we need to know:’ RCMP officer
By Burnaby Now | In 2020, when the world was grappling with the coronavirus (COVID-19), there was another virus spreading: anti-Asian…
By Vancouver Sun | In Philadelphia, community organizers Deborah Wei and Jenny Zhang are part of a growing opposition to…
By AMSSA | The Affiliation of Multicultural Societies and Service Agencies of B.C. (AMSSA) celebrates and congratulates Minister Anne Kang…
B.C. immigrant says the province can do better to incorporate newcomers into the workforce
This week, B.C.'s Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills released a new action plan that aims to help people…
Annual Doors Open Richmond returns to celebrate diversity
For one weekend, the public will get to explore what happens behind-the-scenes of different organizations, places of worship, restaurants and more next…
Immigration to Canada On Track To Set New Record In 2023
Canada is on track to welcome many more new permanent residents than the annual target set in new immigration levels…
Multicultural society calling for artists to help create Coquitlam exhibit
A Port Moody-based organization is mounting a display of multicultural artwork in Coquitlam this fall, but it needs local artists to help piece…
S.U.C.C.E.S.S. federal funding for pre-arrival immigration services extended
S.U.C.C.E.S.S. secures $12 million in federal funding to extend pre-arrival immigration services Vancouver, B.C. – S.U.C.C.E.S.S. has received a funding…
Langley francophone families benefit from new child care centre
Francophone children in Langley are benefiting from child care that will deepen connections to their culture and enrich their learning…
From then to now: How Japanese Canadians contributed to Richmond over 100 years
Kelvin Higo’s parents never talked about what happened to them in the internment camps while he was growing up. Like…
Richmond students showcase their roots at regional heritage fair
Students from all over Richmond are coming together at the Richmond Regional Heritage Fair today (Friday) to showcase and learn…
Pathways for Resettled Refugees, Refugee Claimants and Displaced Ukrainians Info Sheet
Canada has several established pathways for resettled refugees and refugee claimants to seek safety in the country. New pathways are…
Resource Sheet: Welcoming Newcomer Ukrainian Families—Best Practices for Hosts and Landlords
This resource sheet provides tips and resources shared at the Welcoming Newcomer Ukrainian Families – Best Practices for Hosts and…
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Free employment program helps newcomer immigrants kickstart their careers in Canada
Are you a newcomer to Canada with a degree in Engineering, IT, Dentistry, Law, HR, Research, Biotechnology, or Life Sciences?…
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Cast your vote for 25 of our nation’s most inspiring immigrants!
It’s time to vote for the 15th annual Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards! Canadian Immigrant magazine has opened the national online…
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Kwantlen First Nation artist and author release new book featuring cultural teachings
Kwantlen First Nation artist and author release a new book today with inspiration from their teachings. The Girl Who Loved The…
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Parliamentary secretary’s statement on Asian Heritage Month
Mable Elmore, Parliamentary Secretary for Anti-Racism Initiatives, has issued the following statement in celebration of Asian Heritage Month: “This year’s Asian…
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May is officially recognized as Asian Heritage Month in Canada. Asian Heritage Month offers us an opportunity to learn more…
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Maple Ridge man was a surgeon in Europe, forced into new career in Canada
The Canadian government could end the shortage of doctors and nurses in the country by making it easier for health…
Mega Job & Career Fair – Maple Ridge
This exciting event boasts hundreds of jobs from a variety of employers in our community, whether you are looking for...
Advance Planning: Joint Bank Accounts, Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Representation Agreements
Advance Planning can help ensure your wishes will be respected when relying on someone else to make decisions for you...
In 2022 in Canada, there were 91,190 reports of fraud totaling 57,055 victims of fraud with a total of $431M lost....
Join us to discuss this month’s chosen work of fiction in a casual and welcoming setting. Book sets are provided by...
Langley Hiring & Post-Secondary Expo with Black Press
Black Press Media is hosting the 2023 Langley Hiring & Post-Secondary Education Expo on June 22 at the Langley...
Staying Connected: Preventing Social Isolation & Loneliness
This interactive presentation introduces the importance of staying connected. It discusses issues of social isolation...
Newcomer Seniors on the Digital Go!
An 8-week digital learning series for older adults (55+) You are great for the program if you want to: Discover and...
