Syrian refugee resolved to dream big despite odds
May 10, 2018
On his first day in Vancouver, Anas Sehmus took a walk outside with his sister and told her, “I feel...
Read MoreSyrian refugees: after year two in BC
May 2, 2018
Over two years after arriving to BC as part of the largest refugee resettlement initiative in Canadian history, 40% of...
Read MoreYouth Hub for newcomers opens in New Westminster – Burnaby
April 19, 2018
ISSofBC New Westminster – Burnaby now has space for newcomer youth to learn, share and grow among their peers. The...
Read MoreCelebrating volunteers in Maple Ridge
April 15, 2018
Volunteer Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows hosted a free breakfast at Boston Pizza in Pitt Meadows on April 15 to celebrate National Volunteer Week...
Read MoreISSofBC settlement worker celebrated for decade of outreach with St.Mary’s Parish
March 23, 2018
ISSofBC and St. Mary’s Parish Vancouver celebrated 10 years of partnership last Sunday at the St. Mary’s School gym. More...
Read MoreISSofBC Job Fair features over 100 employment opportunities
March 8, 2018
Over 200 newcomers on the job search connected with staff from 10 leading Metro Vancouver companies during the Get Hired...
Read MoreISSofBC youth clients attend Michelle Obama event “WeforShe”
February 15, 2018
ISSofBC former refugee youth clients and the Multicultural Youth Circle program (MY Circle) graduates had the opportunity to see former U.S....
Read MoreLegislators from Gyeonggi-do, Korea visit ISSofBC
February 7, 2018
ISSofBC received a delegation of legislators and public officials from the Korean province of Gyeonggi on February 6 who were...
Read MoreRecognition party celebrates dedication of ISSofBC volunteers
January 24, 2018
Vancouver and Richmond volunteers, staff and board members came together for an evening celebration to honour the hard work, commitment and incredible...
Read MorePremier award honours ISSofBC for refugee resettlement efforts
January 5, 2018
ISSofBC is honoured to share the 2017 Premier’s Innovation and Excellence Award with the BC Ministry of Jobs, Trade and...
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