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 thro...

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 works...

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 education...

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 (s...

Provides temporary housing for recently arrived refugee claimants on a month-to-month basis, while searching for permanent and affordable housing. Offers four small units for up to two or three people, and two units for families (up to six members). Rent is de...

Provides programs for adults who are deaf or hard-of-hearing. Courses include academic upgrading, speech reading classes (English language skills are required), and American Sign Language (ASL) courses for deaf newcomers to Canada. Specialized equipment such a...

Access point for Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC), free basic and intermediate English language instruction for adult newcomers to Canada. Assesses prospective students for eligibility and training level using the Canadian Language Benchmark...

Provides tuition-free English classes for adult newcomers to Canada who are permanent residents or convention refugees. Provides students English language training from Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 1 through 8. Placement of new students is determined by t...

Assists refugee claimants to prepare for their refugee hearing through two resources. The Refugee Hearing Preparation Guide is a step-by-step brochure that educates, guides, and supports refugee claimants who are preparing for their refugee hearings. Informs a...

Works with immigrant and refugee communities to deliver culturally appropriate health promotion programs and services for newcomers. Services include information and referral to health, community, and social services, and practical assistance in navigating hea...

Provides opportunities for involvement and engagement of newcomers to Canada. Offers mentorship around employment search, employment readiness, and a community kitchen.

Supports the social and economic integration of newcomers in Vancouver. Free settlement services include orientation, information and referral to community services, basic employment services, Canadian culture and citizenship classes, financial literacy traini...

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 ...

Provides comprehensive maternity care for women with refugee, refugee claimant, or permanent resident status, who are new to the country and do not yet have Provincial Medical Services Plan (MSP) coverage, have significant financial hardship, and who meet the ...

Offers general health care for women ages 18 and up who are new to Canada (less than five years) and do not have a healthcare provider. Services include but are not limited to, cervical cancer screening, breast screening, testing for sexually transmitted infec...

Provides a broad range of community-based prevention services in various locations in New Westminster, Richmond, and Vancouver. Parent Education Programs teach parenting and life skills in group settings and are offered in Cantonese, English, and Mandarin. Com...

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...

Provides a wide range of services and programs including information and referral services, health and wellness programs, and educational workshops; serves children, youth, families, newcomers, and seniors. Offers various child care programs including daycare ...

Provides outreach services to support refugee families with children up to six years of age. Services include information and education on parenting and early childhood development, referrals and advocacy, and support in accessing early childhood education and...

A weekly psychosocial support group for refugees who are working through their refugee claim. Provides an integrated approach addressing the immediate mental health and settlement needs of refugees during their first few months in Canada. Sessions are held in ...

Provides supervised, temporary accommodation for government-assisted refugee families and singles; also available for refugee claimants if space is available. Houses classrooms for language learning, a newcomer youth drop-in and resource centre, employment ser...

Provides free English classes for adult immigrants and refugees to help them gain the language and knowledge to start their new lives and settle in Canada. Must be a Permanent Resident of Canada and age 17 years of age or older. The English Canadian Language B...

Offers health care services to refugees, refugee claimants, and immigrants, including mandatory health services. Services include medical pre-screening and post-arrival health assessment, immunizations, primary care, specialist referrals, hospital referrals, d...

Provides settlement assistance for immigrants, refugees, and Ukrainians who have arrived in Vancouver through the CUAET Program. Services include individual and group settlement counselling, workshops, information and referral services, help with accessing com...

Offers a range of programs and services for families with children up to six years old. Provides opportunities for parents to meet other families, share ideas, connect with their children through play and early learning activities, and connect with community r...