ISSofBC Welcome Centre receives 2017 AMSSA diversity award
October 5, 2017
ISSofBC Welcome Centre was selected by AMSSA (Affiliation of Multicultural Societies and Service Agencies of BC) to receive this year’s...
Read MoreSeven bursaries awarded in 2017 AGM
September 28, 2017
Seven bursaries were awarded to ISSofBC clients at the September 21st Annual General Meeting held at the ISSofBC Welcome Centre....
Read MoreISSofBC joins Walk for Reconciliation with desire for unity and healing
September 25, 2017
Tens of thousands joined together for a two-kilometre walk Sunday, September 24 with the desire to move closer to a...
Read MoreISSofBC awarded grant to support diversity initiatives in Tri-Cities
September 13, 2017
ISSofBC was awarded the 8th Annual Coquitlam Crunch Diversity Grant last Saturday during opening ceremonies of the Coquitlam Crunch Challenge....
Read MoreVancouver Art Gallery connects young immigrants and refugees to world of art
August 24, 2017
Newcomer youth expressed their creativity with pastels using the inspiration of renowned artist Emily Carr during a tour and workshop...
Read MoreNewcomers discover joy of cycling
August 4, 2017
The first project of its kind in Vancouver, the ISSofBC and Hub Cycling Newcomer Bike Host program, helps newcomers get...
Read MoreVPL provides first connection to community programs
July 28, 2017
The Vancouver Public Library (VPL) information table at ISSofBC Welcome Centre is more than a place to check out books,...
Read MoreISSofBC joins 150th Canada Day festivities-view celebration photos
July 12, 2017
Multicultural parades, picnics, new Canadian presentations and an O Canada sing along —ISSofBC celebrated in numerous events across Metro Vancouver....
Read MoreWorld Refugee Day honours the spirit and courage of millions of refugees worldwide
June 21, 2017
ISSofBC participated in several World Refugee Day events to raise awareness about the plight of refugees and what the public...
Read MoreISSofBC Report – Syrian refugees destined outside Metro Vancouver
June 6, 2017
Did you know 251 Syrian Government-Assisted Refugees settled in five communities outside of Metro Vancouver in 2016? Learn more about...
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