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YMCA BC - Lower Mainland Region

Provides a safe, healthy, and affordable environment to support families in Metro Vancouver as they connect and get active. Programs and services help to empower children, youth, adults, families, seniors, newcomers, and job seekers to thrive and reach their full potential. Operates Bettie Allard YMCA, Bob Chan-Kent Family YMCA, Langara Family YMCA, Robert Lee YMCA, and Tong Louie Family YMCA. The administrative head office also oversees YMCA programs and services in Kamloops and in Northern BC. The YMCA COMMUNITY Campaign helps address urgent needs in our communities and gives everyone the opportunity to access their local Y, regardless of their ability to pay full membership fees. Administration hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday. Nonprofit society, registered charity.

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Website

www.gv.ymca.ca

Contact

Phone 1: 604-939-9622
Email: info@bc.ymca.ca

Address

Head Office, 10-620 Royal Avenue
New Westminster, BC, V3M 1J2

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Head Office, 10-620 Royal Avenue
New Westminster, BC, V3M 1J2

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Canadian Fitness Connection

Provided by YMCA BC - Lower Mainland Region
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A free eight-week program for immigrants; mixed group includes youth ages 15 to 30, as well as adults age 19 and older.

A free eight-week program for immigrants; mixed group includes youth ages 15 to 30, as well as adults age 19 and older. Program combines fitness and recreational activities with workshops about living and working in Canada. Participants must have permanent resident status, be a convention refugee, or in Canada under CUAET (Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel). Includes a complimentary two-month YMCA membership. Registration is required. Program is offered in person and/or online. Office hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday. Funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship (IRCC).
Website

www.gv.ymca.ca/newcomer-services
Address

Vancouver, BC
Program combines fitness and recreational activities with workshops about living and working in Canada. Participants must have permanent resident status, be a convention refugee, or in Canada under CUAET (Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel). Includes a complimentary two-month YMCA membership. Registration is required. Program is offered in person and/or online. Office hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday. Funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship (IRCC).

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Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC, V6Z 1Y2

Contact

Phone 1: 604-685-8066

Email: connections@bc.ymca.ca

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Child Care Resource and Referral (CCRR) - Burnaby

Provided by YMCA BC - Lower Mainland Region
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Provides support, resources, and referral for child care providers and families.

Provides support, resources, and referral for child care providers and families. Services for parents include information about child care and the BC Affordable Child Care Benefit, help finding child care, referral to community resources, and educational opportunities. Also offers services to child care providers, including start-up and administrative information, registry listing, workshop and networking opportunities, and access to a toy and resource library. Serves Burnaby. Hours are 9 am to 4:30 pm Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays; 9 am to 8 pm Thursdays; and 8:30 am to 3 pm Saturdays; closed from 2:15 pm to 4:30 pm the first Wednesday of each month. Funded by the City of Burnaby and by Ministry of Education and Child Care.
Website

gv.ymca.ca/ccrr
Address

3rd Floor-4460 Beresford Street
Burnaby, BC, V5H 2Y8
Services for parents include information about child care and the BC Affordable Child Care Benefit, help finding child care, referral to community resources, and educational opportunities. Also offers services to child care providers, including start-up and administrative information, registry listing, workshop and networking opportunities, and access to a toy and resource library. Serves Burnaby. Hours are 9 am to 4:30 pm Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays; 9 am to 8 pm Thursdays; and 8:30 am to 3 pm Saturdays; closed from 2:15 pm to 4:30 pm the first Wednesday of each month. Funded by the City of Burnaby and by Ministry of Education and Child Care.

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3rd Floor-4460 Beresford Street
Burnaby, BC, V5H 2Y8

Contact

Phone 1: 604-294-1109

Fax: 604-931-3440

Email: ygv.ccrr@bc.ymca.ca

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Child Care Resource and Referral (CCRR) - Coquitlam

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Provides support, resources, and referral for child care providers and families.

Provides support, resources, and referral for child care providers and families. Services for parents include information about child care and the BC Affordable Child Care Benefit, help finding child care, referral to community resources, and educational opportunities. Also offers services to child care providers, including start-up and administrative information, registry listing, workshop and networking opportunities, and access to a toy and resource library. Serves Anmore, Belcarra, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, and Port Moody. Hours are 9 am to 4:30 pm Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays; 9 am to 8 pm Wednesdays; and 8:30 am to 3 pm Saturdays; closed from 3 pm to 4:30 pm the first Wednesday of each month. Funded by Ministry of Education and Child Care.
Website

www.gv.ymca.ca/ccrr
Address

1130-C Austin Avenue
Coquitlam, BC, V3K 3P5
Services for parents include information about child care and the BC Affordable Child Care Benefit, help finding child care, referral to community resources, and educational opportunities. Also offers services to child care providers, including start-up and administrative information, registry listing, workshop and networking opportunities, and access to a toy and resource library. Serves Anmore, Belcarra, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, and Port Moody. Hours are 9 am to 4:30 pm Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays; 9 am to 8 pm Wednesdays; and 8:30 am to 3 pm Saturdays; closed from 3 pm to 4:30 pm the first Wednesday of each month. Funded by Ministry of Education and Child Care.

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1130-C Austin Avenue
Coquitlam, BC, V3K 3P5

Contact

Phone 1: 604-931-3400

Fax: 604-931-3440

Email: ygv.ccrr@bc.ymca.ca

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Child Care Resource and Referral (CCRR) - New Westminster

Provided by YMCA BC - Lower Mainland Region
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Provides support, resources, and referral for child care providers and families.

Provides support, resources, and referral for child care providers and families. Services for parents include information about child care and the BC Affordable Child Care Benefit, help finding child care, referral to community resources, and educational opportunities. Also offers services to child care providers, including start-up and administrative information, registry listing, workshop and networking opportunities, and access to a toy and resource library. Serves New Westminster. Hours are 9 am to 4:30 pm Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays; and 10:30 am to 6 pm Tuesdays. Funded by Ministry of Education and Child Care.
Website

www.gv.ymca.ca/ccrr
Address

10-620 Royal Avenue
New Westminster, BC, V3M 1J2
Services for parents include information about child care and the BC Affordable Child Care Benefit, help finding child care, referral to community resources, and educational opportunities. Also offers services to child care providers, including start-up and administrative information, registry listing, workshop and networking opportunities, and access to a toy and resource library. Serves New Westminster. Hours are 9 am to 4:30 pm Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays; and 10:30 am to 6 pm Tuesdays. Funded by Ministry of Education and Child Care.

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10-620 Royal Avenue
New Westminster, BC, V3M 1J2

Contact

Phone 1: 604-931-3400

Fax: 604-931-3440

Email: ygv.ccrr@bc.ymca.ca

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Childcare Career Exploration

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Free 10-week course for participants to meet child care professionals currently working in the field, network, strengthen communication skills, and receive individual support with resume writing and/or education planning.

Free 10-week course for participants to meet child care professionals currently working in the field, network, strengthen communication skills, and receive individual support with resume writing and/or education planning. Offers optional volunteering placements with child care centres. Participants must be permanent residents and 19 years of age or older. Program may be held at Robert Lee YMCA, at Bettie Allard YMCA, or online. Registration is required; applications are accepted year-round. Funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.
Website

www.gv.ymca.ca/employment-services
Address

No address available
Offers optional volunteering placements with child care centres. Participants must be permanent residents and 19 years of age or older. Program may be held at Robert Lee YMCA, at Bettie Allard YMCA, or online. Registration is required; applications are accepted year-round. Funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.

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Mailing Address

Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC, V6Z 1Y2

Contact

Cell: 604-351-9471

Email: connections@bc.ymca.ca

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Choose to Move - Lower Mainland

Provided by YMCA BC - Lower Mainland Region
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A free choice-based physical activity, group, and individual coaching program for inactive seniors and older adults in BC.

A free choice-based physical activity, group, and individual coaching program for inactive seniors and older adults in BC. Participants receive tools, skills, and resources to start moving again, including designing a personalized physical activity program with the help of a certified activity coach. Program is three months with facilitated group sessions held weekly for an hour at various YMCA facilities throughout BC; also available online via Zoom. A complimentary three-month YMCA membership is offered to attendees. Registration is by email or via a form online (https://flex.redcap.ubc.ca/surveys/?s=Y9PHT9DDNK).
Website

www.gv.ymca.ca/choose-to-move
Address

No address available
Participants receive tools, skills, and resources to start moving again, including designing a personalized physical activity program with the help of a certified activity coach. Program is three months with facilitated group sessions held weekly for an hour at various YMCA facilities throughout BC; also available online via Zoom. A complimentary three-month YMCA membership is offered to attendees. Registration is by email or via a form online (https://flex.redcap.ubc.ca/surveys/?s=Y9PHT9DDNK).

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Mailing Address

Head Office, 10-620 Royal Avenue
New Westminster, BC, V3M 1J2

Contact

Email: choosetomove@bc.ymca.ca

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Circle of Friends Family Resource Program

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A drop-in family resource program for parents of children up to age five where children can play and make friends while parents network, share parenting strategies, participate in parent education opportunities, and access a toy and resource library.

A drop-in family resource program for parents of children up to age five where children can play and make friends while parents network, share parenting strategies, participate in parent education opportunities, and access a toy and resource library. Hours are from 9 am to 12 noon on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, as well as from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm on Wednesdays from September to June; check website for summer hours. Funded by Province of BC, Ministry of Education and Child Care.
Website

www.gv.ymca.ca/circle-friends
Address

James Park Elementary Annex, 1730 Coquitlam Avenue
Port Coquitlam, BC, V3B 1H7
Hours are from 9 am to 12 noon on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, as well as from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm on Wednesdays from September to June; check website for summer hours. Funded by Province of BC, Ministry of Education and Child Care.

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Mailing Address

C-1130 Austin Avenue
Coquitlam, BC, V3K 3P5

Contact

Phone 1: 604-931-3400 Local 0

Fax: 604-931-3440

Email: ygv.ccrr@bc.ymca.ca

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Citizenship Preparation and Participation

Provided by YMCA BC - Lower Mainland Region
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Free 10-week program to support adults age 19 or older in learning the Discover Canada Study Guide and preparing for the Canadian Citizenship Test.

Free 10-week program to support adults age 19 or older in learning the Discover Canada Study Guide and preparing for the Canadian Citizenship Test. Must be a Permanent Resident or in Canada under CUAET (Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel). Registration is required. Program is offered in person and/or online. Office hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday. Funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
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Vancouver, BC
Must be a Permanent Resident or in Canada under CUAET (Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel). Registration is required. Program is offered in person and/or online. Office hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday. Funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

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Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC, V6Z 1Y2

Contact

Phone 1: 604-685-8066

Settlement Case Manager: 778-990-4856

Fax: 604-684-3256

Email: connections@bc.ymca.ca

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Connect2Work

Provided by YMCA BC - Lower Mainland Region
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A free pre-employment program that focuses on employability and life skills for newcomer youth ages 15 to 30 in need of assistance to overcome barriers to work.

A free pre-employment program that focuses on employability and life skills for newcomer youth ages 15 to 30 in need of assistance to overcome barriers to work. Program includes skill-building workshops, one-on-one employment coaching, English as a Second Language (ESL) support, and networking opportunities. Workshops are held from 10:30 am to 12 noon on Saturdays at Robert Lee YMCA. Registrants must have permanent resident status, be a convention refugee, or in Canada under CUAET (Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel); a separate program for temporary foreign workers is also available.
Website

www.gv.ymca.ca/newcomer-services
Address

Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC, V6Z 1Y2
Program includes skill-building workshops, one-on-one employment coaching, English as a Second Language (ESL) support, and networking opportunities. Workshops are held from 10:30 am to 12 noon on Saturdays at Robert Lee YMCA. Registrants must have permanent resident status, be a convention refugee, or in Canada under CUAET (Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel); a separate program for temporary foreign workers is also available.

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Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC, V6Z 1Y2

Contact

Phone 1: 604-689-YMCA (604-689-9622)

Email: connect2work@bc.ymca.ca

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Early Childhood Education Assistant Training (ECEA) - Vancouver

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Provides a free 12-week training program to young adults ages 18 to 29 for jobs in Early Childhood Education; hybrid course is offered in person and online.

Provides a free 12-week training program to young adults ages 18 to 29 for jobs in Early Childhood Education; hybrid course is offered in person and online. Participants acquire skills and certification for jobs as Early Childhood Education Assistants for children ages two to five. Includes on-the-job experience in two practicums through YMCA childcare centres across Metro Vancouver. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or confirmed refugees, unemployed, or precariously employed. Must also have completed English 12. Funded by Government of Canada and Province of BC; administered by Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.
Website

www.gv.ymca.ca/ecea-training
Address

Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC, V6Z 1Y2
Participants acquire skills and certification for jobs as Early Childhood Education Assistants for children ages two to five. Includes on-the-job experience in two practicums through YMCA childcare centres across Metro Vancouver. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or confirmed refugees, unemployed, or precariously employed. Must also have completed English 12. Funded by Government of Canada and Province of BC; administered by Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.

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Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC, V6Z 1Y2

Contact

Phone 1: 778-386-0853

Email: eceatraining@gv.ymca.ca

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English Conversation Club

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Free in-person conversation club for adults to develop their English skills, have conversations, and make connections.

Free in-person conversation club for adults to develop their English skills, have conversations, and make connections. Participants must have permanent resident status or be a convention refugee or in Canada under CUAET (Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel). Also accepts Closed Work Permit Holders. Beginner, intermediate, and advanced classes are held from 10 am to 11:30 am on Fridays. Individuals new to YMCA Immigrant Services programs need to fill out an initial application form before registering themselves; translators are available if needed for form completion. Funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
Website

www.gv.ymca.ca/newcomer-services
Address

Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC, V6Z 1Y2
Participants must have permanent resident status or be a convention refugee or in Canada under CUAET (Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel). Also accepts Closed Work Permit Holders. Beginner, intermediate, and advanced classes are held from 10 am to 11:30 am on Fridays. Individuals new to YMCA Immigrant Services programs need to fill out an initial application form before registering themselves; translators are available if needed for form completion. Funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

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Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC, V6Z 1Y2

Contact

Cell: 778-990-4856

Email: connections@bc.ymca.ca

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Generation Health - Lower Mainland

Provided by YMCA BC - Lower Mainland Region
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A free, interactive healthy lifestyle program for families in BC with children ages eight to 12.

A free, interactive healthy lifestyle program for families in BC with children ages eight to 12. Participants learn how to build healthy habits together as a family engaging in various activities. Topics covered include healthy eating and healthy body image, physical activity, screen time, sleep hygiene, self-confidence, and goal setting. A 10-week program offered once a week for two hours in person or by Zoom at Y facilities in Coquitlam and Surrey. A three-month family YMCA membership is offered after program completion. Delivered in partnership with Childhood Healthy Living Foundation, Ministry of Health, and University of Victoria.
Website

www.generationhealth.ca
Address

No address available
Participants learn how to build healthy habits together as a family engaging in various activities. Topics covered include healthy eating and healthy body image, physical activity, screen time, sleep hygiene, self-confidence, and goal setting. A 10-week program offered once a week for two hours in person or by Zoom at Y facilities in Coquitlam and Surrey. A three-month family YMCA membership is offered after program completion. Delivered in partnership with Childhood Healthy Living Foundation, Ministry of Health, and University of Victoria.

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Mailing Address

446-5525 West Boulevard
Vancouver, BC, V6M 3W6

Contact

Phone 1: 1-888-650-3141

Email: info@generationhealth.ca

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Self-Employment Program

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A self-employment training program with industry experts that teach adults age 18 and older how to run a business; in-person, virtual, and outreach services are offered.

A self-employment training program with industry experts that teach adults age 18 and older how to run a business; in-person, virtual, and outreach services are offered. Participants are coached to translate business concepts into viable business launches through one-on-one coaching, emails, and a Learning Management System. Training includes business operations, cashflow, business forecasting, accounting principles, marketing, social media, networking, and how to develop and present a business plan. Participants will create and deliver a comprehensive business plan at course completion. Serves residents from Sechelt and Squamish as well as Metro Vancouver, except Langley, Maple Ridge, New Westminster, Pitt Meadows, and Richmond. Registrants must have permanent resident status, be a confirmed refugee, or in Canada under CUAET (Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel). Program runs for 48 weeks; participants must be un- or underemployed and may receive a weekly allowance. Registration is required; online information sessions are available. Office hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday. Funded by WorkBC Employment Services.
Website

www.gv.ymca.ca/self-employment
Address

Vancouver, BC
Participants are coached to translate business concepts into viable business launches through one-on-one coaching, emails, and a Learning Management System. Training includes business operations, cashflow, business forecasting, accounting principles, marketing, social media, networking, and how to develop and present a business plan. Participants will create and deliver a comprehensive business plan at course completion. Serves residents from Sechelt and Squamish as well as Metro Vancouver, except Langley, Maple Ridge, New Westminster, Pitt Meadows, and Richmond. Registrants must have permanent resident status, be a confirmed refugee, or in Canada under CUAET (Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel). Program runs for 48 weeks; participants must be un- or underemployed and may receive a weekly allowance. Registration is required; online information sessions are available. Office hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday. Funded by WorkBC Employment Services.

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Mailing Address

Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC, V6Z 1Y2

Contact

Admin Coordinator (cell): 778-389-8940

Robert Lee YMCA: 604-939-9622

Email: cindy.quinones@bc.ymca.ca

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Self-Employment for Newcomers

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A free in-person, 10-week training program for immigrants and other newcomers age 19 and older to become a small business owner.

A free in-person, 10-week training program for immigrants and other newcomers age 19 and older to become a small business owner. Participants will learn about business plan development and Canadian business practices through one-on-one coaching and group workshops as well as learn about digital literacy and receive ESL (English as a Second Language) support. Registrants must have permanent resident status, be a convention refugee, or in Canada under CUAET (Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel), have been living in Canada for less than five years, and be un- or under-employed. Serves Metro Vancouver. Funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.
Website

www.gv.ymca.ca/self-employment-newcomers
Address

Vancouver, BC
Participants will learn about business plan development and Canadian business practices through one-on-one coaching and group workshops as well as learn about digital literacy and receive ESL (English as a Second Language) support. Registrants must have permanent resident status, be a convention refugee, or in Canada under CUAET (Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel), have been living in Canada for less than five years, and be un- or under-employed. Serves Metro Vancouver. Funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.

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Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC, V6Z 1Y2

Contact

Program Assistant (cell): 604-767-8099

Robert Lee YMCA: 604-689-9622

Email: YGV-SEForNewcomers@bc.ymca.ca

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Social and Educational Events

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Provides free programs that helps newcomer immigrants individuals and families integrate into life in Canada.

Provides free programs that helps newcomer immigrants individuals and families integrate into life in Canada. Includes weekly conversation clubs, monthly social and educational events, and courses. Participants must be permanent residents. Social and educational events include activities such as local guided hikes, cultural celebrations, and workshops on employment and volunteering. Events happen at various locations throughout Vancouver and Burnaby; registration is required for each event. Accepts participants year-round; must be a permanent resident, a convention refugee, or in Canada under CUAET (Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel). Funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship (IRCC).
Website

www.gv.ymca.ca/newcomer-services
Address

Vancouver, BC
Includes weekly conversation clubs, monthly social and educational events, and courses. Participants must be permanent residents. Social and educational events include activities such as local guided hikes, cultural celebrations, and workshops on employment and volunteering. Events happen at various locations throughout Vancouver and Burnaby; registration is required for each event. Accepts participants year-round; must be a permanent resident, a convention refugee, or in Canada under CUAET (Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel). Funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship (IRCC).

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Mailing Address

c/o YMCA Immigrant Services, 2nd Floor-955 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC, V6Z 1Y2

Contact

Phone 1: 604-685-8066

Email: connections@bc.ymca.ca

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Teen Mind Medicine/Youth Mind Medicine

Provided by YMCA BC - Lower Mainland Region
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A free, early intervention program for Indigenous teens and young adults experiencing stress and anxiety.

A free, early intervention program for Indigenous teens and young adults experiencing stress and anxiety. Participants learn evidence-based strategies of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and self-compassion. Teen Mind Medicine group is for adolescents ages 13 to 18 and Youth Mind Medicine group is for young adults ages 18 to 30. Program is facilitated in person or online by mental health professionals in a culturally responsive way and delivered by Indigenous-serving organizations across BC in partnership with YMCA. Accepts self-referrals; no diagnosis of anxiety is required. Funded by the Province of BC.
Website

www.gv.ymca.ca/mental-wellness
Address

Vancouver, BC
Participants learn evidence-based strategies of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and self-compassion. Teen Mind Medicine group is for adolescents ages 13 to 18 and Youth Mind Medicine group is for young adults ages 18 to 30. Program is facilitated in person or online by mental health professionals in a culturally responsive way and delivered by Indigenous-serving organizations across BC in partnership with YMCA. Accepts self-referrals; no diagnosis of anxiety is required. Funded by the Province of BC.

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Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC, V6Z 1Y2

Contact

Phone 1: 604-673-6170

Email: mindmedicine@bc.ymca.ca

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Y Mind Adult - Lower Mainland

Provided by YMCA BC - Lower Mainland Region
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A free psychoeducational program for adults age 31 and over who are experiencing stress and mild-to-moderate anxiety.

A free psychoeducational program for adults age 31 and over who are experiencing stress and mild-to-moderate anxiety. Participants learn evidence-based strategies of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and self-compassion. Program is facilitated by mental health professionals and is held online via Zoom three times a year. Priority is for Lower Mainland residents, but may accept individuals elsewhere from BC if space is available. Accepts self-referrals; no diagnosis of anxiety is required. Funded by YMCA BC Foundation.
Website

www.gv.ymca.ca/mental-wellness
Address

Vancouver, BC
Participants learn evidence-based strategies of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and self-compassion. Program is facilitated by mental health professionals and is held online via Zoom three times a year. Priority is for Lower Mainland residents, but may accept individuals elsewhere from BC if space is available. Accepts self-referrals; no diagnosis of anxiety is required. Funded by YMCA BC Foundation.

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Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC, V6Z 1Y2

Contact

Phone 1: 778-384-6711

Email: ymind@bc.ymca.ca

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Y Mind Teen/Y Mind Youth - Metro Vancouver

Provided by YMCA BC - Lower Mainland Region
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A free psychoeducational program for teens and young adults who are experiencing mild-to-moderate anxiety or stress.

A free psychoeducational program for teens and young adults who are experiencing mild-to-moderate anxiety or stress. Participants learn evidence-based strategies of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and self-compassion. Y Mind Teen group for adolescents ages 13 to 18 is held in Chilliwack, Coquitlam, North Vancouver, Surrey, and Vancouver. Y Mind Youth for young adults ages 18 to 30 is held in Chilliwack, Coquitlam, North Vancouver, and Vancouver. A maximum of 12 participants per closed group meet in person, with some programs occasionally delivered online via Zoom. Program is facilitated by two mental health professionals and delivered by YMCAs and local organizations; no YMCA membership is needed. A free workbook is provided. Accepts self-referrals; no diagnosis of anxiety is required. Funded by the Province of BC.
Website

www.gv.ymca.ca/mental-wellness
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Vancouver, BC
Participants learn evidence-based strategies of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and self-compassion. Y Mind Teen group for adolescents ages 13 to 18 is held in Chilliwack, Coquitlam, North Vancouver, Surrey, and Vancouver. Y Mind Youth for young adults ages 18 to 30 is held in Chilliwack, Coquitlam, North Vancouver, and Vancouver. A maximum of 12 participants per closed group meet in person, with some programs occasionally delivered online via Zoom. Program is facilitated by two mental health professionals and delivered by YMCAs and local organizations; no YMCA membership is needed. A free workbook is provided. Accepts self-referrals; no diagnosis of anxiety is required. Funded by the Province of BC.

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Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC, V6Z 1Y2

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Phone 1: 604-673-6182

Email: ymind@bc.ymca.ca

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YBEAT (Youth Breakthrough to Employment and Training) - Fraser Valley

Provided by YMCA BC - Lower Mainland Region
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A free program supporting unemployed or underemployed youth ages 17 to 29 who experience stress, anxiety, low mood, or other mental health barriers to obtaining or maintaining employment.

A free program supporting unemployed or underemployed youth ages 17 to 29 who experience stress, anxiety, low mood, or other mental health barriers to obtaining or maintaining employment. Program runs for five weeks with online workshops and training focusing on pre-employment and job readiness skills, job search and coaching support, short-term training and certification, and mental and physical wellness; this is followed by a 12-week work placement. Participants receive a cash completion bonus and a six-month YMCA gym membership. Participants must be un- or under-employed, and a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or confirmed refugee living in Fraser Valley. Funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of BC; administered by Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.
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www.gv.ymca.ca/ybeat
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Chilliwack, BC
Program runs for five weeks with online workshops and training focusing on pre-employment and job readiness skills, job search and coaching support, short-term training and certification, and mental and physical wellness; this is followed by a 12-week work placement. Participants receive a cash completion bonus and a six-month YMCA gym membership. Participants must be un- or under-employed, and a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or confirmed refugee living in Fraser Valley. Funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of BC; administered by Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.

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Bob Chan-Kent Family YMCA, 45844 Hocking Avenue
Chilliwack, BC, V2P 1B4

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Supervisor (cell): 236-522-1277

Bob Chan-Kent Family YMCA: 604-792-3371

Email: youthbeat.fv@gv.ymca.ca

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YBEAT (Youth Breakthrough to Employment and Training) - Metro Vancouver

Provided by YMCA BC - Lower Mainland Region
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A free program supporting unemployed or underemployed youth ages 17 to 29 who experience stress, anxiety, low mood, or other mental health barriers to obtaining or maintaining employment.

A free program supporting unemployed or underemployed youth ages 17 to 29 who experience stress, anxiety, low mood, or other mental health barriers to obtaining or maintaining employment. Program runs for five weeks with online workshops and training focusing on pre-employment and job readiness skills, job search and coaching support, short-term training and certification, and mental and physical wellness; this is followed by a 12-week work placement. Participants receive a cash completion bonus and a six-month YMCA gym membership. Participants must be un- or under-employed, and a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or confirmed refugee living in Metro Vancouver. Funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of BC; administered by Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.
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www.gv.ymca.ca/ybeat
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Vancouver, BC
Program runs for five weeks with online workshops and training focusing on pre-employment and job readiness skills, job search and coaching support, short-term training and certification, and mental and physical wellness; this is followed by a 12-week work placement. Participants receive a cash completion bonus and a six-month YMCA gym membership. Participants must be un- or under-employed, and a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or confirmed refugee living in Metro Vancouver. Funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of BC; administered by Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.

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Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC, V6Z 1Y2

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Administrative Assistant (cell): 778-386-0853

Robert Lee YMCA: 604-685-8066

Email: youthbeat@bc.ymca.ca

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YCafe Training Program

Provided by YMCA BC - Lower Mainland Region
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Provides hands-on experience in a real cafe setting learning kitchen skills, and connecting with employers.

Provides hands-on experience in a real cafe setting learning kitchen skills, and connecting with employers. Training includes one-on-one coaching providing career and life skills training as well as certifications such as First Aid and Super Host. A free, 12-week program with a weekly living allowance provided, as well as a free YMCA membership. Registrants must be a Canadian citizen, have permanent resident status, be a confirmed refugee, or in Canada under CUAET (Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel), and be un- or under-employed.
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www.gv.ymca.ca/ycafe
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Tong Louie Family YMCA, 14988 57 Avenue
Surrey, BC, V3S 7S6
Training includes one-on-one coaching providing career and life skills training as well as certifications such as First Aid and Super Host. A free, 12-week program with a weekly living allowance provided, as well as a free YMCA membership. Registrants must be a Canadian citizen, have permanent resident status, be a confirmed refugee, or in Canada under CUAET (Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel), and be un- or under-employed.

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Tong Louie Family YMCA, 14988 57 Avenue
Surrey, BC, V3S 7S6

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Phone 1: 604-575-9622

Email: ycafe@bc.ymca.ca

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YMCA BC Child Care Registry and Waitlist

Provided by YMCA BC - Lower Mainland Region
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A central online registry and waitlist for families seeking licensed child care operated by YMCA BC in the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley, and Sunshine Coast.

A central online registry and waitlist for families seeking licensed child care operated by YMCA BC in the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley, and Sunshine Coast. Options include early years child care centre spaces for infants, toddlers, and children ages three to five as well as preschools for children ages three to five. Kids Club locations offer before- and after-school child care for school-aged children. One online application form can be used to register for multiple child care options. For questions, contact gv.childcare@bc.ymca.ca for early years child care, and ymcakidsclub@bc.ymca.ca for school-aged care.
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www.onehsn.com/ymcagv/ux_2_0
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Head Office, 10-620 Royal Avenue
New Westminster, BC, V3M 1J2
Options include early years child care centre spaces for infants, toddlers, and children ages three to five as well as preschools for children ages three to five. Kids Club locations offer before- and after-school child care for school-aged children. One online application form can be used to register for multiple child care options. For questions, contact gv.childcare@bc.ymca.ca for early years child care, and ymcakidsclub@bc.ymca.ca for school-aged care.

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Head Office, 10-620 Royal Avenue
New Westminster, BC, V3M 1J2

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Email: support@onehsn.com

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YMCA at Home Wellness Programs

Provided by YMCA BC - Lower Mainland Region
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Provides online mindfulness tools, lessons in evidence-based acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), tools and strategies to cope with anxiety and stress, self-care, and relaxation exercises.

Provides online mindfulness tools, lessons in evidence-based acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), tools and strategies to cope with anxiety and stress, self-care, and relaxation exercises. Offers free and low-cost resources. Participants may self-refer; no diagnosis of anxiety needed.
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www.ymcahome.ca/ywellness-series-with-sarah
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Offers free and low-cost resources. Participants may self-refer; no diagnosis of anxiety needed.

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Youth Employment Bootcamp - Surrey

Provided by YMCA BC - Lower Mainland Region
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A free program that focuses on employability and life skills for youth ages 15 to 30 in need of assistance to overcome employment barriers.

A free program that focuses on employability and life skills for youth ages 15 to 30 in need of assistance to overcome employment barriers. Program runs from one to four weeks, followed by a work experience placement. Includes certifications, a living allowance, and a three-month YMCA membership. Participants must be un- or under-employed, and a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, confirmed refugee, or in Canada under CUAET (Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel). Service is offered in person in Surrey. Funded in part by Government of Canada's Youth Employment Strategy - Skills Link Program.
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www.gv.ymca.ca/YEB
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Tong Louie Family YMCA, 14988 57th Avenue
Surrey, BC, V3S 7S6
Program runs from one to four weeks, followed by a work experience placement. Includes certifications, a living allowance, and a three-month YMCA membership. Participants must be un- or under-employed, and a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, confirmed refugee, or in Canada under CUAET (Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel). Service is offered in person in Surrey. Funded in part by Government of Canada's Youth Employment Strategy - Skills Link Program.

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Tong Louie Family YMCA, 14988 57th Avenue
Surrey, BC, V3S 7S6

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Admin Assistant (cell): 604-306-7934

Tong Louie Family YMCA: 604-575-9622

Fax: 604-575-3132

Email: youthemployment@bc.ymca.ca

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Youth Employment Bootcamp - Vancouver

Provided by YMCA BC - Lower Mainland Region
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A free program that focuses on employability and life skills for youth ages 15 to 30 in need of assistance to overcome employment barriers.

A free program that focuses on employability and life skills for youth ages 15 to 30 in need of assistance to overcome employment barriers. Program runs from one to four weeks, followed by a work experience placement. Includes certifications, a living allowance, and a three-month YMCA membership. Participants must be un- or under-employed, and a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, confirmed refugee, or in Canada under CUAET (Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel). Service is offered in person in Vancouver and/or online. Funded in part by Government of Canada's Youth Employment Strategy - Skills Link Program.
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www.gv.ymca.ca/YEB
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No address available
Program runs from one to four weeks, followed by a work experience placement. Includes certifications, a living allowance, and a three-month YMCA membership. Participants must be un- or under-employed, and a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, confirmed refugee, or in Canada under CUAET (Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel). Service is offered in person in Vancouver and/or online. Funded in part by Government of Canada's Youth Employment Strategy - Skills Link Program.

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Robert Lee YMCA, 955 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC, V6Z 1Y2

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Admin Assistant (cell): 604-218-8936

Robert Lee YMCA: 604-685-8066

Email: youthemployment@bc.ymca.ca

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Youth for Entrepreneurship (Y4E)

Provided by YMCA BC - Lower Mainland Region
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Offers a series of free workshops for youth and young adults ages 15 to 24 who are interested in learning about entrepreneurship.

Offers a series of free workshops for youth and young adults ages 15 to 24 who are interested in learning about entrepreneurship. Covers a variety of topics including funding and financing, establishing a brand, identifying a target audience, and marketing and social media.
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www.ymcagta.org/youth-programs/y4e#signup-y4e
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Vancouver, BC
Covers a variety of topics including funding and financing, establishing a brand, identifying a target audience, and marketing and social media.

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Canadian Fitness Connection

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Child Care Resource and Referral (CCRR) - Burnaby

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Child Care Resource and Referral (CCRR) - Coquitlam

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Choose to Move - Lower Mainland

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Circle of Friends Family Resource Program

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Generation Health - Lower Mainland

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Self-Employment Program

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Self-Employment for Newcomers

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