MOSAIC

Aims to create a local network of accessibility and settlement service providers for immigrants and refugees who have a self-disclosed disability and who live in the City of Vancouver. Services are available as one-on-one support and outreach to other programs. Provides timely cultural and language ...

Offers psychoeducation groups and wellness workshops for men. Each psychoeducation group consists of eight sessions up to 90 minutes long. Wellness workshops are open to participants and their families/support persons and are held once or twice a month. Program sessions address forms and appropriate...

A team of nurses, social workers and program staff provide home-based parenting support to families in Vancouver from their last trimester of pregnancy until their first-born reaches the age of five. Services include health and development monitoring, nutrition education, referrals to community reso...

Connects adults ages 65 and over who require support with non-clinical community services to help them address their health and well-being needs. Serves older adults who are experiencing decline in physical and/or emotional health, feel isolated, make frequent trips to the emergency room or primary ...

National, standardized system for measuring a person's English language proficiency. The Canadian Language Benchmark Placement Test (CLBPT) is a streamlined, valid test providing useful information for clients and those working with them. Fees are charged. Not accepted by Citizenship and Immigration...

Helps unemployed and underemployed skilled immigrants find employment that uses their pre-arrival skills, experience, and education. Eligibility criteria include permanent residency within the previous five years; certification in a profession, trade, or skilled occupation from their home country; o...

Provides intercultural, racial equity, diversity, and inclusion training to businesses and organizations in Metro Vancouver and across Canada. Aims to build awareness and understanding of different cultural behaviours and diverse backgrounds. Services are offered in person and by phone. Hours are 9 ...

Offers a weekly facilitated support group for parents with children from birth to six years of age. Program runs three times a year from various locations. Children are led in play-based activities while parents receive information on settlement and family support services. Topics include child deve...

Aims to raise awareness of the challenges faced by immigrants and refugees through community outreach and advocacy. Promotes integration, leadership, and participation within immigrant and refugee communities. Also offers a multicultural women's group that meets twice a week.

Connects newcomers, who are 18 years and older, with volunteer mentors to help them learn about Canadian culture, practice English, and feel more connected to the community. Newcomers and mentors meet individually at mutually convenient locations and times. Program also offers group activities. Perm...

Offers group counselling and workshops for immigrant, refugee, and visible minority couples who are at risk of experiencing or perpetrating domestic violence. Couples, where one partner is a Canadian citizen, may also be admitted. Focuses on improving and building stronger family relationships and c...

Offers programs and services for registered refugee families with children from birth to six years of age who have arrived in Canada within the last five years. The Newcomers' Group supports refugee parents with young children by providing information on early childhood development and health issues...

Provides supportive counselling, violence prevention workshops, and resource information to newcomers of all genders who may be experiencing intimate partner/family violence or who are at risk of family violence. Service is available in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu. Services are offered by phon...

Provides peer and mental health supports, including group sessions, one-on-one counselling, and settlement support for LGBTQIA+ refugees, immigrants, and people of diverse backgrounds. Trans Newcomers Resource Hub provides online information and support. Services are available online and by phone. O...

Accredited and professional interpreters provide province-wide service in over 50 languages to both private and public sector organizations including lawyers, hearings, tribunals, community agencies, government departments, social workers, and medical professionals. Interpreters provide assistance a...

Provides free English classes for adult newcomers to Canada who are permanent residents or refugees. Helps with all communication needs, but focuses on topics such as Canadian laws, health care, society, job market, and many topics that are important for life in Canada. Provides free childminding fo...

Provides free English classes for adult newcomers to Canada who are permanent residents or refugees. Helps with all communication needs, but focuses on topics such as Canadian laws, health care, society, job market, and many topics that are important for life in Canada. Provides free childminding fo...

Provides free English classes for adult newcomers to Canada who are permanent residents or refugees. Helps with all communication needs, but focuses on topics such as Canadian laws, health care, society, job market, and many topics that are important for life in Canada. Provides free childminding fo...

Provides legal information, referrals, and representation to clients on issues related to refugee, immigration, poverty, and family laws. Services are offered remotely primarily by email or by phone; in-person services are available on an as-needed basis. Office hours are 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Frid...

Offers English classes for newcomers ineligible for the Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) classes. Fees are charged. Services are delivered in person and remotely by appointment. Office hours are 10 am to 2 pm Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.

A free group counselling program for immigrant, refugee, and visible minority men who have used or are at risk of using violence in relationships; men must have children under the age of 19. Focus is on preventing domestic violence by supporting men to take responsibility for their actions and work ...

A free group counselling program for immigrant, refugee, and visible minority men who have used or are at risk of using violence in relationships; men must have children under the age of 19. Focus is on preventing domestic violence by supporting men to take responsibility for their actions and work ...

Serves refugees and immigrants in Burnaby, New Westminster and Surrey who have unique service needs, or significant barriers to successful settlement and integration. Case management services include needs assessment, social and emotional support, settlement counselling, life skills training, job re...

Provides free community-based victim services programs to immigrants, refugees, visitors, and newcomers age 19 and older of any gender and background; serves victims of all crimes. Services include emotional support, advocacy, safety planning, assistance with child protection authorities, accompanim...

Offers at-risk youth the opportunity to engage in activities that promote the development of pro-social skills and facilitate peer and community connections. Open referral.

Provides employment services for job ready refugees who are permanent residents. Services include career counselling, labour market information, job search strategies, interview preparation, job maintenance assistance, referrals to additional supports, and access to hiring events job postings. Servi...

Facilitates private sponsorship for refugees, supports private sponsors, and offers workshops on refugee issues. Services are delivered remotely by phone, email, and Zoom. Office hours are 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday.

Provides opportunities for immigrant and refugee seniors or seniors from any ethnic community, age 55 and older, to engage in group activities, community events, and volunteering to connect with peers, improve their language ability, and develop life skills (such as healthy living, active aging, saf...

Provides free support to prepare immigrants to enter the workplace. Eligible applicants must be newcomers who have received approval from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to immigrate to Canada and plan on settling in BC. Applicants must have confirmation of permanent residence, a...

Supports the social and economic integration of newcomers who are not eligible to receive services from federally funded programs. Program serves refugee claimants, temporary foreign workers, post-secondary international students, provincial nominees who are not yet permanent residents, and recently...

Supports the social and economic integration of newcomers who are not eligible to receive services from federally funded programs. Program serves refugee claimants, temporary foreign workers, post-secondary international students, provincial nominees who are not yet permanent residents, and recently...

Supports the social and economic integration of newcomers who are not eligible to receive services from federally funded programs. Program serves refugee claimants, temporary foreign workers, post-secondary international students, provincial nominees who are not yet permanent residents, and recently...

Provides settlement services for immigrant and refugee students in New Westminster attending Kindergarten to Grade 12, and their families. Helps students and families adjust and integrate into their community, home, and schools. Services include settlement counselling, information and referral to sc...

Offers free counselling to female survivors of family violence, sexual assault, or historical abuse of any kind. Services include emotional support, advocacy, and crisis support. Also provides multicultural outreach for women who have experienced or who are at risk of abuse, threats, or violence in ...

Provides free individualized support to help unemployed or underemployed young newcomers ages 17 to 29 develop a career in the manufacturing sector. Eligible participants must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or protected person legally entitled to work in Canada; living in British Columbia...

Provides linguistically and culturally appropriate translations. Services include document rendering in 64 languages and 40 alphabets, typesetting, provision of electronic output in all languages, and formatting in standard desktop-publishing applications. For personal or business needs. Appointment...

Provides support to help job seekers who are unemployed or precariously employed and legally allowed to work in BC, find and maintain employment and improve employment readiness. Online services include career exploration and labour market information, job search resources, webinars, and self-assess...

Provides support to help job seekers who are unemployed or precariously employed and legally allowed to work in BC, find and maintain employment and improve employment readiness. Online services include career exploration and labour market information, job search resources, webinars, and self-assess...

Provides support to help job seekers who are unemployed or precariously employed and legally allowed to work in BC, find and maintain employment and improve employment readiness. Online services include career exploration and labour market information, job search resources, webinars, and self-assess...

Provides support to help job seekers who are unemployed or precariously employed and legally allowed to work in BC, find and maintain employment and improve employment readiness. Online services include career exploration and labour market information, job search resources, webinars, and self-assess...

Provides support to help job seekers who are unemployed or precariously employed and legally allowed to work in BC, find and maintain employment and improve employment readiness. Online services include career exploration and labour market information, job search resources, webinars, and self-assess...

Introduces immigrant professionals to local professionals in similar fields for career mentorship. Eligible candidates must have permanent residence status, have at least two years of experience in their chosen profession before coming to Canada, and have a Language Instruction for Newcomers to Cana...