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NewTrack breaks down data silos; improves client service

February 3, 2021

Staff now benefit from a streamlined data flow across all ISSofBC programs with the ability to view every client’s journey through services they receive.

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ISSofBC Maple Ridge on the move

December 7, 2020

We are now temporarily located at 300-22420 Dewdney Trunk Road in Maple Ridge. Clients will have access to our diverse...

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Donor leads Syrian refugee to bright future

November 30, 2020

Coming from darkness and into light is how Anas Schichmouse describes his life after fleeing Syria and being welcomed to Canada though ISSofBC’s Refugee Sponsorship Program.

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BC Tech conference provides boost to job seekers

November 20, 2020

From current BC tech trends to shifting job search strategies, ISSofBC – Vancouver Public Library Technology conference provided insights on advancing career growth.

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The time for this courageous conversation is now

October 27, 2020

What does a courageous conversation about racism look like? This was the topic human rights educator Dr. Moussa Magassa challenged staff to reflect on during the ISSofBC All-Staff Meeting.

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Online LINC Preschool stands out during COVID-19

October 21, 2020

The life of a preschooler can be pretty busy: making mug cakes, doing yoga, identifying a favourite author, listening to...

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BC Election education aimed at newcomers to Canada

October 8, 2020

ISSofBC is raising the importance of the BC Election and parliamentary democracy through the newly developed BC Elections Education Project...

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Nine bursaries awarded in first online AGM

September 24, 2020

Celebrations took place virtually this year for the nine recipients of ISSofBC’s Bursary Awards during the first online Annual General...

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Neighbours acknowledged for spirit of giving

September 15, 2020

ISSofBC Welcome Centre couldn’t have asked for a better neighbour when it set up shop on Victoria Drive in Vancouver...

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Appointment-only employment services begin September 14

August 28, 2020

In-person employment services will reopen on a limited, appointment-only basis beginning September 14. No group services are planned at this...

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Welcoming staff and clients safely back to ISSofBC

August 18, 2020

ISSofBC is ready to welcome our staff and clients back safely as we slowly reopen our in-person services across our...

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New Langley office improves client access to service

July 30, 2020

Newcomers in Langley can now expect more convenient access to service with ISSofBC Langley’s move to its new location last...

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ISSofBC to begin appointment-only services July 27

July 14, 2020

ISSofBC is reopening limited in-person services on an appointment-only basis in most ISSofBC offices and locations soon. Settlement services –...

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Indigenous peoples greet newcomers in video

June 21, 2020

ISSofBC today formally launched Welcome to our Homelands video in celebration of National Indigenous Day. This engaging seven-minute video, accompanied...

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Reach your career goals with ISSofBC Bursaries

June 1, 2020

If you are a current or former ISSofBC client, you have the opportunity to apply for up to nine bursaries of $1000 each to continue your academic pursuits.

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Tech-based innovations help clients during COVID-19

May 25, 2020

“COVID-19 is a game-changer,” said ISSofBC Settlement Services Director Chris Friesen, surveying the service landscape and the impact that ISSofBC’s...

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ISSofBC launches resources to help newcomers overcome digital literacy barriers

May 4, 2020

In this unprecedented time of COVID-19 it is more apparent than ever how necessary digital literacy is for newcomers to...

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COVID-19 Updates

March 27, 2020

To help reduce the community spread of COVID-19, ISSofBC’s offices are closed but services continue. Continue to check this website for COVID-19-related updates.

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ISSofBC legal clinic to offer support to newcomers

March 11, 2020

Newcomers needing legal help can soon seek support from the ISSofBC Immigrant and Refugee Legal Clinic at the ISSofBC Welcome...

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New role means “giving back” to ISSofBC’s new president

January 28, 2020

Jack Wong describes his volunteer work with ISSofBC as “an honour” because of ISSofBC’s work providing support and services to...

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