Newcomer Bike Mentorship Program
March 22, 2022
“ISSofBC will use this funding for the ‘Newcomer Bike Mentorship Program,’ which supports newcomers in making cycling a regular form...
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“ISSofBC will use this funding for the ‘Newcomer Bike Mentorship Program,’ which supports newcomers in making cycling a regular form...
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Catherine Ludgate and Chris Friesen, COO of the Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) were the two driving forces behind...
Read MoreFebruary 28, 2022
ISSofBC is celebrating our 50th year of serving newcomers this year – 1972-2022. We would love to hear from you...
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Download now the GAR Bulletin Jan 2022-v2 pdf.
Read MoreJanuary 19, 2022
“Over the next few weeks, these refugees will receive support from the Immigrant Services Society of British Columbia (ISSofBC), a...
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In 2020, ISSofBC launched Welcome to our Homelands, an engaging seven-minute video and accompanying study guide that targets newcomers and...
Read MoreOctober 26, 2021
Syrians Nour Ramadan, her husband Wael Alajjan and daughter Tala began their new lives in Canada Friday, October 15 after...
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ISSofBC offices will be closed Thursday, September 30 in recognition and acknowledgment of the first National Day for Truth and...
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A virtual celebration highlighting valuable bursary donor contributions and the impact the awards have on newcomer recipients and their educational...
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As part of our mission to serve those displaced by conflict, ISSofBC staff ramped up operations to welcome Afghan refugee...
Read MoreJune 28, 2021
After a nationwide recruitment process, ISSofBC’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce Jonathan Oldman as new Chief Executive Officer...
Read MoreJune 20, 2021
Two refugee families reflect on the importance of vital support services during their first weeks in Canada as we...
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Dream big in your academic goals by applying for ISSofBC Bursaries 2021. If you’re a past or present ISSofBC client...
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After 24 remarkable years as Chief Executive Officer of the Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC), Patricia Woroch takes a...
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After nearly 30 years as ISSofBC’s Settlement Services director, Chris Friesen moves to a new position as chief operating officer...
Read MoreApril 6, 2021
Finding their way through the many workshop services available to newcomers can be daunting. But this task is now easier...
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ISSofBC has partnered with Beedie Luminaries for the Single Parent Awards, which recognizes the challenges and dreams of single parents...
Read MoreMarch 22, 2021
A new version of Janis's ESL website launched last week is aimed at supporting ISSofBC LINC students in self-directed learning at home.
Read MoreMarch 21, 2021
Can you name 10 important words in anti-racism work? ISSofBC can help with a mini-glossary released to celebrate the UN International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.
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