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Starting a new life in another country can be very hard, especially when you’re unfamiliar with the culture, language and laws. If you’re new to Canada, ISSofBC can help.
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Settlement services available Saturdays in Coquitlam
May 25, 2018
ISSofBC’s Cottonwood office in Coquitlam will open on Saturdays 9am – 4:30pm starting June 2 for clients to access settlement...
Goodbye to a welcome presence at the Welcome Centre
May 17, 2018
Constable Tyler Radons of the Vancouver Police Department’s diversity outreach program received a rousing send-off by ISSofBC staff yesterday, leaving...
Apply now for ISSofBC bursaries!
May 14, 2018
Newcomers and refugee youth have until June 30, 2018 to apply for seven ISSofBC bursaries. Eligible applicants committed to their academic pursuits...
Stories
Newcomer lands plum job in just seven days after arriving
Hoping to kickstart her career upon settling in Canada, Betty Lin sent out resumes to many Canadian employers while she was still in China. She netted an interview, but not a job. Once Betty connected with ISSofBC’s In-TAC pre-arrival service, things started moving in an exciting, amazing direction!
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Through our dedicated staff, volunteers and community partners, we provide a variety of support services for immigrants and refugees to help them get settled, find careers and learn all they need to know about starting their new lives in Canada.
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