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Community

Aldergrove actor stars in ‘Chronicles of Narnia’ production

November 7th

For Cath de la Rambelje, it's always been her and the stage – as her friends say. She has been…

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Community

Aldergrove library hosts free lecture about ‘geoengineering’

November 7th

For the last three years, Canadian journalist Gwynne Dyer was interviewing more than one hundred climate scientists and engineers for…

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Community

Aldergrove honours the fallen on Remembrance Day

November 7th

With Remembrance Day approaching, this is the time of the year when people pause to remember those who served and…

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Housing

The five most important things to know about renting in Canada

October 30th

Newcomers may be unfamiliar with important information about renting in Canada. For example, tenants can enjoy many protections under some…

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Immigration & Settlement

Five common mistakes in your immigration application that could lead to misrepresentation

October 30th

Providing incorrect information on your immigration application – even unintentionally – can put you at risk of misrepresentation. Misrepresentation is…

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Immigration & Settlement

Supplementary Information for the 2025-2027 Immigration Levels Plan

October 30th

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is pleased to release details on the 2025-2027 Immigration Levels Plan (Levels Plan). The…

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Community

People encouraged to prepare for seasonal weather

October 30th

As weather in British Columbia transitions into fall, people can expect seasonal stormy conditions and are encouraged to take steps…

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Immigration & Settlement

IRCC Tables Immigration Levels Plan 2025-2027

October 26th

OVERVIEW Every year, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) releases a new Immigration Levels Plan which provides immigration projections/targets for…

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Immigration & Settlement

Podcast: Navigating your path to financial success in Canada: Essential tips for newcomers

October 22nd

In this episode, we’ll explore the common financial challenges faced by newcomers to Canada and offer effective strategies to navigate…

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Immigration & Settlement

Refugee Resettlement

IRCC to provide financial assistance for Gazans arriving in Canada

October 22nd

Palestinians who have left Gaza will soon receive transitional financial assistance from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) when they…

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Community

New Directions November Newsletter

October 22nd

New Directions has released their November newsletter, highlighting upcoming LINC classes, services and important dates.

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Community

Fulfill A Christmas Wish – Build a Toy Mountain

October 16th

Help families in need provide a festive dinner and Christmas gifts for their children. You can help by sponsoring a…

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Community

Urban Forest Management Strategy Survey

October 16th

The City of Langley is developing an Urban Forest Management Strategy (UFMS) to guide the long-term planning and management of…

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Community

COMMUNITY CALENDAR: Langley’s autumn happenings

October 15th

Community Harvest: Langley Environmental Partners Society (LEPS) would like to hear from people with fruits and vegetables to donate to…

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Seniors

Fitness pilot program expands to Langley seniors complex

October 15th

Residents at Langley Seniors Village can now take part in free fitness classes with the expansion of a program through…

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Community

Langley businesses salvage what they can after devastating fire

October 12th

Businesses are assessing the damage after a fire tore through a building in Langley City over the weekend. Some owners…

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Employment

Immigration & Settlement

Plan ahead for career success

October 3rd

In 2021, Carlos Pinheiro moved from Brazil to Canada, armed with a degree in production engineering and experience in manufacturing…

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Immigration & Settlement

Here’s what you can expect during your virtual citizenship ceremony in Canada

October 3rd

Virtual citizenship ceremonies have become the norm in Canada. These ceremonies were traditionally held in person, but over the pandemic,…

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Community

WELCOME TO THE COMMUNITY: Volunteering runs in this Aldergrove family

October 3rd

Langley is made up of a series of neighbourhoods or "communities," some that were developed in the past few decades,…

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Children and Youth

Education

New student spaces coming quicker to B.C. communities

October 3rd

Ten communities will soon have more student spaces as part of the government’s actions to expand schools quicker. Through a…

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Community

New Directions October Newsletter

October 2nd

New Directions has released their October newsletter, highlighting upcoming LINC classes, services and important dates.

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Health

Better patient care, more nurses coming to B.C.

October 2nd

Patients will experience improved care and nurses will experience a stronger health-care system as the Province and BC Nurses’ Union (BCNU)…

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Families

Immigration & Settlement

Refugee Resettlement

Canada Has Welcomed Nearly 17,000 Parents And Grandparent Immigrants In 2024

October 2nd

New permanent residents of Canada through the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) slowed in July compared to June, the latest data from…

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Immigration & Settlement

Language

How accent bias can impact a person’s job prospects

October 2nd

As anyone who has looked for a job can tell you, finding one isn’t the easiest process. This experience can…

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Community

Langley libraries pull out all the stops for BC Culture Days

September 25th

With the start of BC Culture Days fast approaching, many local facilities are preparing to host some family-friendly events to…

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Children and Youth

Langley youth mentorship program celebrates in September

September 25th

September is Big Brothers Big Sisters Month and the local program is using it to spotlight the work it does…

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Community

City of Langley’s “Transportation 2050” Plan – Provide Your Feedback

September 25th

The City of Langley is developing a new transportation plan: Transportation 2050 Plan,  a long-term strategic vision aimed at improving transportation for…

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Immigration & Settlement

Lilian Cazacu: A Top 25 Canadian Immigrant’s Story of Resilience and Community Impact

September 19th

When Lilian Cazacu arrived in Canada from the Republic of Moldova in 2005, he had an expansive legal background: a…

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Children and Youth

Further expansion of $10-a-day child care will benefit B.C. families

September 16th

Starting on Oct. 1, 2024, applications will be accepted from child care providers to join the $10 a Day ChildCareBC…

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Children and Youth

Education

Province approves two more Langley schools, addition opens for students

September 16th

Funding for a new secondary and middle school, on top of a recently completed school addition, will provide approximately 3,000…

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Community

Nearly 1,200 rental homes coming to Langley, Burnaby through BC Builds

September 16th

Nearly 1,200 rental homes are coming soon for individuals, seniors and families with middle incomes in the Township of Langley…

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Employment

Increasing number of newcomers are considering franchising as a career option

September 8th

The Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) has shared compelling insights about the growing trend of newcomers in Canada exploring franchising as a career…

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Immigration & Settlement

Canada ends temporary public policy allowing visitors to apply for work permits from within the country

September 8th

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has ended a temporary public policy that allowed visitors to apply for a work permit from…

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Families

Annual rent increase for 2025 will be tied to inflation

September 6th

The Province is tying the annual allowable rent increase in 2025 to inflation at 3%, down from this year’s allowable…

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Education

More certified teachers coming to B.C. schools

September 3rd

Recruitment and training initiatives are underway for the coming school year to get more certified teachers into B.C. classrooms and…

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Immigration & Settlement

Canada steps up efforts to welcome French-speaking international students

September 3rd

Canada is redoubling its efforts to welcome French-speaking newcomers to enrich the linguistic, social, cultural and economic fabric of Francophone…

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Education

Employment

Refugee Resettlement

Extended work and study permit measures for Ukrainians in Canada

September 3rd

As Russia continues its illegal and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine, Canada is continuing to adapt its response to support those…

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Community

BC Transit services expand in the Fraser Valley

September 3rd

People who use transit in the Fraser Valley region will see improved transit options with increased frequency, extended hours of…

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Education

What to do if your study permit application is rejected

September 1st

According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), there is no formal appeal process available to international students who are…

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Immigration & Settlement

Refugee Resettlement

Nine apps to enhance your life in Canada

September 1st

Newcomers often face a steep learning curve when adapting to life in Canada. Digital tools can help to ease this…

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Employment

Some temporary foreign workers can get a job in Canada without an LMIA thanks to these international agreements

September 1st

Work permits given to foreign nationals in Canada can be broken down into two categories: those that require a Labour…

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Education

Employment

Answering 11 FAQs about Canada’s Post-Graduation Work Permit

September 1st

In light of proposed changes to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program announced last month, many current and prospective international…

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Community

A celebration of cultures draws crowds in Langley City

September 1st

It was, Yvonne Hopp said, a "really important" event. Hopp, founder and president of New Directions Vocational Testing Counselling Services, a Langley…

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Education

Employment

CVTC SecurIt Program

August 26th

We can help you start an exciting new career in the security industry. Canadian Vocational Training Centre will train you…

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Community

Langley City more than doubles compensation for displaced renters

August 26th

Langley City has more than doubled potential compensation for renters displaced by development. On Monday, July 22, council unanimously approved…

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Community

Better transportation coming south of the Fraser as Surrey Langley SkyTrain approaches fall construction

August 20th

Communities south of the Fraser River are one step closer to high-quality, low-cost transportation now that all three contracts have…

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Community

COMMUNITY CALENDAR: What’s on offer around Langley in August

August 20th

Rotary 50/50 Mega Draw: Four Langley Rotary Clubs again have the 50/50 draw with a minimum $50,000 jackpot. Last year’s…

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Immigration & Settlement

Permanent residence class proposed for semi-skilled workers

August 20th

Immigraiton, Refugees and Citizesnhip Canada (IRCC) has proposed an amendment to the Immigration and Refugees Protection Act (IRPA) that would…

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Community

Langley’s Labour Day rodeo adds more attractions – pig races and rodeo clown

August 20th

A pro rodeo clown and pig races have been added to the Valley West Stampede on the Labour Day weekend.…

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Community

Servers donate $6,000 in tips to Langley food bank

August 20th

Servers and kitchen staff at a newly-opened Langley restaurant donated their first week's tips to a Langley food bank – a…

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Community

200 Street in Willoughby could add 100,000 residents

August 16th

Almost 100,000 more people could live within 800 metres of 200 Street in Willoughby once the area is fully developed,…

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Community

New Directions September Newsletter

August 16th

New Directions has launched their September 2024 Newsletter! This newsletter highlights upcoming important dates, LINC classes to help improve your…

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Community

B.C. commits $2.65 billion for Hwy 1 widening project between Langley and Abbotsford

August 16th

The B.C. government has announced $2.65 billion in funding to widen and improve Highway 1 in the Fraser Valley in…

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Fossil Dig

November 13th | 03:30 PM

Calling all little excavators and paleontologists! We are holding a dinosaur and fossil dig at the City of Langley...

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Bingo Day

November 14th | 10:30 AM

Looking for a fun activity to do with friends? Come by Murrayville Library for our Bingo Day and test your luck to win...

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Let Off Some STEAM: Marshmallow Dinosaurs

November 14th | 03:30 PM

Join us at Muriel Arnason Library for our STEAM series. Come explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math...

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Tech Help for Seniors

November 15th | 01:00 PM

Get one-on-one technology help in a friendly atmosphere. Bring your questions and your device! We will help you with...

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English Conversation Circles – Drop In

November 17th | 02:00 PM

Improve your English through conversation! Meet and chat with other English learners in a safe and supportive...

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Tech Time with Seniors — Technology Skills for Mature Adult Learners

November 17th | 02:00 PM

Join our multi-week Tech Time class, where you will gain confidence using technology in a fun, relaxed environment....

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Intro to Baby Signing

November 18th | 02:00 PM

Want to sign with your little one, but don’t know where to begin? Join us for Intro to Baby Signing! Signing is a...

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An Introduction to Brain Health

November 19th | 01:30 PM

It’s never too late to make changes for a healthier brain. Learn how to maintain or improve your brain health by...

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9th Annual Charity Shopping Night – Merry & Bright

November 19th | 07:00 PM

Join us for a night of holiday magic during Willowbrook’s 9th Annual Charity Shopping Night – Merry &...

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ISSofBC – Settlement Program: First-Time Home Buyers (Korean)

November 20th | 10:30 AM

Join our free workshop to learn about being a first-time home buyer in Canada. Learn about available benefits,...

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Pop-Up Poetry

November 20th | 03:30 PM

Have you written some poetry you’d like to share? Or do you have a favourite poem by a poet you wish more people knew...

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Dungeons and Dragons – City of Langley Library

November 20th | 05:30 PM

Calling all adventurers! The library will be hosting a beginners Dungeon & Dragon’s club on the third Wednesday...

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Adult Colouring Hour

November 21st | 10:30 AM

Who says you have to be a kid to colour? Join us for an hour of casual colouring. Supplies are provided. All you need...

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ISSofBC – Settlement Program Workshop: Scams & Fraud (English)

November 21st | 10:30 AM

Join our free workshop to learn how to protect yourself from common scams and fraud. This workshop is offered in...

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Adult Colouring Hour

November 21st | 06:00 PM

Who says you have to be a kid to colour? Join us for an hour of casual colouring. Supplies are provided. All you need...

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Tech Help for Seniors

November 22nd | 01:00 PM

Get one-on-one technology help in a friendly atmosphere. Bring your questions and your device! We will help you with...

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English Conversation Circle — Drop In

November 24th | 02:00 PM

Improve your English through conversation! Meet and chat with other English learners in a safe and supportive...

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Christmas Wish Breakfast

November 26th | 06:30 AM

Help spread Christmas cheer to families and children in need. Bring a new unwrapped toy and enjoy a morning with...

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Langley Community Mobile Outreach Event

November 27th | 12:00 PM

Get in-person help applying for these government services: Fraser Health – Primary Care Information. For...

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Staying Connected: Preventing Social Isolation and Loneliness

November 27th | 02:00 PM

This interactive presentation with Senior’s First BC, introduces the importance of staying connected. It...

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Canada Child Tax Benefits (CCB)

November 27th | 02:00 PM

If you have children under the age of 18, Join ISSofBC for an informative Workshop about the Canada Child Tax Benefits....

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ISSofBC – Volunteer Program: Volunteer Information Sessions

November 28th | 12:00 AM

Volunteering is an excellent way to develop new skills, make new contacts, and add to your resume and portfolio. Join...

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Langley’s Workforce Future: Local Business and Newcomer Talent

November 28th | 05:15 PM

23% of Langley’s residents are immigrants and newcomers represent a critical component of our workforce and will play...

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Tech Help for Seniors

November 29th | 01:00 PM

Get one-on-one technology help in a friendly atmosphere. Bring your questions and your device! We will help you with...

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English Conversation Circle — Drop In

December 1st | 02:00 PM

Improve your English through conversation! Meet and chat with other English learners in a safe and supportive...

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English Conversation Circle — Drop In

December 8th | 02:00 PM

Improve your English through conversation! Meet and chat with other English learners in a safe and supportive...

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Bingo Day

December 12th | 10:30 AM

Looking for a fun activity to do with friends? Come by Murrayville Library for our Bingo Day and test your luck to win...