Community
Participating in your community is great way to connect with new people for friendship and networking. When you register with the Immigrant Settlement & Integration Program, you will have the chance to get involved in many different activities that take place in your local community.
In our Champions of SUCCESS program we honour local community leaders, businesses and service agencies who support immigrant and refugees to thrive in Canada.
Community
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Visit to Tri-Cities LINC class by Coquitlam-Burke Mountain MLA
On a sunny summer day, the Coquitlam-Burke Mountain MLA Joan Isaacs visited a LINC 4 class at SUCCESS Tri-Cities office...
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FUNtastic Canada 150
It was another colorful and fun-filled event last June 10 at the City Hall Grounds of the City of Richmond.
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Supreme Court Tour
“The Supreme Court tour gives me an overview of the judicial system in Canada. I have no idea about it until today. It’s an amazing trip!”
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We Welcomed the King of the Sea (Kaiwo Maru)
Japan’s King of the Sea, one of the world’s largest tall ships had arrived in Richmond on May 3rd, 2017 as part of the city’s Canada 150 celebrations.
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Library Tour
Library means books ONLY? No! Newcomers enjoyed the Vancouver Central Library Tour, learned the modern operation of
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China Town Tour
On a beautiful sunny morning, newcomers enjoyed the Vancouver Chinatown tour which started from the Millennium Gate at Pender Street.
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Visit to Granville Island
I have heard about Granville Island since I came to Canada 1 year ago but I did not have a chance to go. People always say how interesting ...
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Making Connections for the Whole Family
We recently attended a Family Day event in Richmond and we enjoyed it very much. It’s really hard...
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Fly Over Canada
On a beautiful spring afternoon, newcomer families from Syria, Iran and China checked out Canada Place, enthusiastically ...
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Different Cultures Sharing the Same Heart
Kudos to our volunteers, who are true Champions of SUCCESS, for their amazing dedication, sharing their talents...
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Snakes, Lizards and Geckos in Richmond
Pet a snake? You can do it safely at the Exotic Reptile Show at Richmond Nature Park. My family and I learned all about reptiles like snakes, lizards and geckos...
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Snow Can’t Stop Family Day Festivities!
Our first Family Day in Canada was so exciting despite the unexpected snow. We joined other newcomer families at the Richmond Family Day Party...
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Community Kitchen Comfort Food
Winter nights sparkle in Fort St. John when we come together and share delicious dishes. Newcomer families enjoyed the foods of many lands and gathered together in a wonderful cozy atmosphere.
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Holiday Bowling and Appreciation Event
On December 6, S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Fort St. John organized a partnership event with SWIS, Fort St. John Literacy Society and Employment Connections.
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Chinese Newcomers Welcome Party
Over 70 participants braced the autumn rain and came together at the Community Hall in Burnaby to attend the Newcomer Welcome Party on Tuesday, November 22, 2016.
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Burnaby/New Westminster Professionals Welcome Newcomers!
Newcomers in Burnaby/New Westminster recently had the opportunity to network with other newcomers
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Turo-Turo Halloween Food Fest
Fort St. John Filipino Youth organized the amazing Turo-Turo Halloween Food Fest. What is turo-turo? ...
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The Basics of Self-Defense
Fort St. John newcomers had the opportunity to learn the basics of self-defense with Grandmaster Bernardo Salinas....
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Tai Chi for Newcomers
I like to look for new things to help me to manage stress. Sometimes being a newcomer can be stressful.
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Kids for Peace
Kids for Peace was the S.U.C.C.E.S.S. table at the International Peace Day celebration at the Fleetwood Recreation Centre organized by Global Peace Alliance....
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Volunteers Grow Community
Over 100 volunteers and Burnaby/New Westminster community partners gathered on September 22, 2016 to celebrate...
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The True Art of Welcoming
Warmly greeting newcomers at our Burnaby office where he volunteers, Arian has made it his mission to ensure ...
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Richmond World Festival
There are so many things to do at the Richmond World Festival every September.
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A-maze-ing Laughter
A-maze-ing Laughter is a bronze sculpture made by Yue Minjun and is located in Morton Park near English Bay.
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The Happiness of Splashing in the Ocean
Cooling our feet in the ocean at English Bay was delightful.
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Newcomer Youth Tour at English Bay
The S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Surrey ISIP Team organized an outing to English Bay in August for newcomer Arabic-speaking youth who arrived to Canada under refugee status.
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Walk with the Dragon
In July, the S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Foundation held its annual Walk with the Dragon event at Stanley Park.
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Exploring Surrey at the Doors Open Event
The City of Surrey held the “Surrey Doors Open” event in June that offered an opportunity for newcomers to find out about local businesses and city-run facilities in the Surrey area
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Philippine Independence Day
Richmond celebrated Philippine Independence Day with a flag raising ceremony, government officials, traditional songs, dances and many interesting booth displays.
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Learning about Food Safety
Newcomers in Fort St. John who work, plan to work or who volunteer in food-related occupations or activities attended a FoodSafe course sponsored by Spectra Energy.
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Softies for Love
Supporting S.U.C.C.E.S.S. initiatives to welcome newly arrived refugee children is a labour of love for our amazing volunteers.
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Black History Month at the Community Kitchen
In partnership with the Pan African Caribbean Association, an international community kitchen was held.
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Family Day Fun!
Family Day means baking fun for newcomer families in New Westminster at the River Market Pamola Bakery & Deli.
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Wendy Jang: Richmond Public Library
"Richmond Public Library has worked closely with the staff and volunteers from S.U.C.C.E.S.S.’ Immigrant Settlement & Integration Program and benefitted from their knowledge of the unique issues faced by new immigrants."
- Wendy Jang, Richmond Public Library
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Yousef and the Surrey RCMP
"Surrey is one of the most diverse cities in BC and Canada so working with newcomers allows the RCMP to learn more about our constantly growing city to better serve the community."
- Yousef, Surrey RCMP
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Peter and Catherine Exploring Richmond Together
Newcomers share their adventures and make new friends in Richmond.
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Fort St. John Community Kitchen
At the Fort St. John community kitchen, we enjoyed helping each other in preparation of delicious meals, sharing recipes from various cultures, but most of all we enjoyed eating together!
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Canadian Cancer Society's Annual Gift Wrap Fundraiser
Newcomers volunteered their time to help raise money for cancer research and children with cancer.
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Volunteers Grow Community
Thank you to the Fort St. John volunteers who helped us at all of our workshops and events!
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Spotlight on John: Front Desk and Event Volunteer Extraordinaire!
"My daughter volunteers with me and she learns about the community and about Canadian culture. Volunteering makes me and my daughter feel more confident and volunteering for S.U.C.C.E.S.S. makes us confident about our success!"
- John, S.U.C.C.E.S.S. ISIP Volunteer
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Spotlight on Vivian Yuen
"To do things like volunteering outside of our daily jobs, to do things from the heart, we take the opportunity to give back to the community."
- Vivian Yuen, Immigration Lawyer
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Spotlight on Jane Drew, SD 60 SWIS Program Coordinator
"The benefits of working with newcomers is the satisfaction of helping clients accomplish their dreams and goals in a transition period. They bring culture and experiences from around the world to my personal and professional life. I have made amazing newcomer friends and relationships."
- Jane Drew
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The Courage to Volunteer
S.U.C.C.E.S.S. supported me and now I help others!
-Theresa, S.U.C.C.E.S.S. ISIP Volunteer
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Spotlight on Monina Selga, Team Manager, Vancity
"Thank goodness for organizations like SUCCESS, newcomers can participate in many of the programs that will help them succeed sooner."
- Monina Selga, Vancity
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A Whole New World for Avisa in Burnaby
I started volunteering at the Burnaby office. I feel like I am a member of a big family. I learned a lot through my volunteering here. I learned about Canadian workplace culture and how to work with people from different cultures. I found many amazing friends here.
-Avisa
