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Immigration & Settlement
5 challenges newcomers face in Canada and how to deal with them
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC) Immigration Levels Plan 2023-2025 aims to welcome over 460,000 new immigrants each year, which is the…
Education
B.C. implements federal changes for new international students
The Province will begin issuing provincial attestation letters to eligible post-secondary institutions to allow international applicants to apply to study…
Immigration & Settlement
The four types of Canadian citizenship ceremonies
For many newcomers arriving to Canada, their vision of the future includes one important experience: the day of their citizenship ceremony.…
Immigration & Settlement
Canada welcomed 471,550 new permanent residents in 2023
Recent data from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) shows that Canada exceeded its target for the number of permanent residents it…
Education
Immigration & Settlement
The lesser-known benefits of being a Canadian permanent resident
For many newcomers the ability to become a permanent resident (PR) of Canada is one of the most attractive aspects of moving…
Education
Additional information about International Student Program reform
Further information is being provided to clarify the announcement of an intake cap on new international study permit applications and other…
Education
New Directions School March Newsletter
New Directions School has released their March Newsletter. Take a read and see what's upcoming for LINC classes and upcoming…
Immigration & Settlement
Language
Refugee Resettlement
Reversal of fortune: A self-advocacy primer
There can be little doubt that making your voice heard takes courage, especially when adapting to life in a new…
Children and Youth
Education
Immigration & Settlement
Facilitating integration of newcomer youth
Canada has far to go in providing adequate support to newcomer youth to ensure their success in the country. Ethiopian-born…
Immigration & Settlement
Path to permanent residence: How to boost your express entry score in 2024
The path to obtain permanent residence is often filled with obstacles. Today perhaps the biggest obstacle is getting an opportunity…
Immigration & Settlement
In a new report updating findings from 2022, a Statistics Canada (StatsCan) report released on January 22 reveals that there are many…
Health
Halal food industry growing to meet demand as Muslim population continues rising
Eleven years ago, the recipe for the McCain Deep’n Delicious cake — a decades-old Canadian classic — changed. To many…
Immigration & Settlement
New permanent residence pathway for former minors in protective care
A small number of individuals who came to Canada as minors never obtained permanent residence or citizenship while they were…
Employment
Tech Horizons for Newcomers to Canada
There is an increasing demand for skilled tech talent as the world evolves into a digital-first economy. The tech sector…
Employment
Immigration & Settlement
How to immigrate to Canada as a healthcare worker
Amidst an alarming shortage of healthcare workers across Canada, this article from CIC News will provide an overview of how…
Employment
Immigration & Settlement
Landed immigrants from Africa and Asia see highest employment rates in Canada
A recent study by Statistics Canada revealed that landed immigrants from Africa and Asia had the highest employment rates on average, compared…
Employment
January marks Mentoring Month. In a diverse country like Canada, mentorship becomes a crucial bridge for newcomers seeking assistance in…
Immigration & Settlement
Over 300,000 people became Canadian citizens in 2023
According to data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), in 2023, more than 354,000 people became Canadian citizens in more than 3,000 citizenship ceremonies across…
Employment
Immigration & Settlement
Statistics Canada: PNP candidates in Ontario, Alberta and BC have highest earnings
According to a recent report by Statistics Canada, newcomers who arrive in Canada through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) may earn more…
Immigration & Settlement
New laws and regulations that will significantly impact Canadian newcomers in 2024
Throughout this year, Canadian newcomers can expect to see several new regulations and laws implemented at both the federal and…
Employment
New immigrants’ incomes ‘improved considerably’ in recent years in Canada: report
New permanent residents' incomes compared to the general population have "improved considerably" over four years in Canada, according to Parliamentary…
Immigration & Settlement
What to expect from Canadian immigration in 2024
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has begun initiating a variety of changes that will affect all newcomers to Canada in…
Immigration & Settlement
600 presents given to Langley immigrant and local families in need
Langley’s newest charity held its first Christmas free toy shopping event for its registered families in need on Saturday, Dec.…
Employment
Immigration & Settlement
New Immigration Measures Boost British Columbia Construction Industry
By including 25 new occupations in the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), starting November 16, the Western Canadian province is…
Education
The advantages of applying for your study permit this December
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently made impactful announcements regarding international students in Canada, many of which will come…
Employment
B.C. says 578 foreign-educated nurses registered in 2023, doubling intake
The number of foreign-educated nurses newly registered in British Columbia this year has more than doubled from last year, as…
Immigration & Settlement
Easier method coming for authenticating international documents
B.C. residents will soon have a quicker, less costly option to authenticate public documents for use in 125 countries, as…
Meeting Employer: BC Emergency Health Services (BCEHS) Career Pathway (English)
Are you interested in working at BCEHS? Would you like to learn more about benefits and open positions in Greater...
Science World On The Road – Murrayville Library
On the road…and in your local library! Science World is visiting libraries in the Fraser Valley this spring break to...
SkilledTradesBC Virtual Webinar: EXAM PREPARATION
Join SkilledTradesBC’s Apprenticeship Advisors for this webinar on how to prepare for your upcoming exam. Are you...
Science World on the Road – Brookswood Library
On the road…and in your local library! Science World is visiting libraries in the Fraser Valley this spring break to...
Settlement Employment Services Basic Resume Workshop – March 21st
Settlement Employment Services – Connect with our Employment Counselor BASIC RESUME WORKSHOP Dates: March 5, 2024...
Round circle gathering the 3rd Thursday of each month. Opportunity for consistent communication & networking in a safe...
Fraser Health Langley Community Services – Main Building Immunization Clinic
Fraser Health is conducting an Immunization Clinic for children under 5 years old at the LCSS collaboration room every...
Science World On The Road – Dean Drysdale Library
On the road…and in your local library! Science World is visiting libraries in the Fraser Valley this spring break to...
Science World On The Road – Aldergrove Library
On the road…and in your local library! Science World is visiting libraries in the Fraser Valley this spring break to...
Science World On The Road – Muriel Arnason Library
On the road…and in your local library! Science World is visiting libraries in the Fraser Valley this spring break to...
Langley Public Libraries invite you to attend an online information session via Zoom March 28, 2024 (10:00am –...
A Step Above Art Gallery Earth Day Public Art Exhibition
A Step Above Art Gallery is calling for artists for their Earth Day Public Art Exhibition. The art exhibition will be...
Family Support Group Invitation / Langley
Are you a parent/caregiver of a child ages 12 and under with support needs living in Langley? Do you want to meet other...
Family Support Group Invitation / Langley – Option 2
Are you a parent/caregiver of a child ages 12 and under with support needs living in Langley? Do you want to meet other...