Workshops & Programs

We welcome all newcomers to take advantage of our services. The Immigrant Settlement & Integration Program is a great way to learn about and enhance your experience of settling and integrating into your new community.

Community Connections

Events

We Volunteer Here - Richmond

Are you a Mandarin speaking newcomer living in Greater Vancouver? Join us for 3 day volunteer opportunity to explore, connect and know your community. 參加...

Mandarin July 6, 2019 - July 21, 2019 See the schedule Richmond

Settlement Services

In-person Workshop

Canada Child Benefit

Are you an Arabic speaking newcomer with children under 18 years old?  Come and join this free program, Canada Child Benefit, to learn about: What Canada Ch...

Arabic July 19, 2019 10 am - 12 pm Richmond

Community Connections

Events

We Live Here - Science World, Richmond Fire Hall and Maritime Festival

Are you an Arabic speaking newcomer looking for fun and meaningful activities to do with your family?  Join us for the free 3-day activities to explore, connec...

Arabic June 29, 2019 - July 27, 2019 See the schedule Richmond

Settlement Services

In-person Workshop

Summer Trip Planning and Learn to Camp with Parks Canada

Do you enjoy camping and the great outdoors? Then you won’t want to miss this free workshop on June 26 in New Westminster! Representatives from Parks Canada will ...

English and Punjabi June 26, 2019 4 pm - 6:30 pm Burnaby & New Westminster

Settlement Services

In-person Workshop

Citizenship Preparation and Orientation Series

Do you want to study for the Canadian Citizenship exam in a interactive group environment?  Come and join this free Citizenship preparation and orientation ser...

English July 8, 2019 - July 29, 2019 Weekly 6 pm - 8 pm Surrey & Fraser Valley

Community Connections

Events

We Live Here - Let's learn more about Greater Vancouver

Are you new to Canada? Are you interested in visiting places to learn and explore more about your community? Let’s go and have fun through this series of events! ...

Punjabi June 28, 2019 - July 17, 2019 See the schedule Burnaby & New Westminster

Settlement Services

In-person Workshop

Improving Education and Financial Aid

Are you an immigrant living near Fort St John? SUCCESS Immigrant Settlement and Integration Program in Fort St John announces another educational event - this time ...

English August 1, 2019 5:50 PM - 8:00 PM Fort St. John

Community Connections

Events

Swimming Event

Are you a newcomer living in Fort St. John and have children?  Come and join this free swimming event on July 13 at 1 pm.  This will be a g...

English July 13, 2019 1:00 pm - 3 pm Fort St. John

Community Connections

Events

We Live Here - Free Tour (Arabic)

Are you a Arabic speaking immigrant with kids living in Greater Vancouver? Have fun with us to get connected with your community, share your experiences and meet ne...

Arabic June 7, 2019 - July 5, 2019 See the schedule Vancouver

Settlement Services

In-person Workshop

Finding The Best Car Insurance Plan for You - 如何選擇合適的汽車保險

Are you a Mandarin speaker and want to understand the auto insurance better to make informed decision?  Come and join this free workshop to learn about: Und...

Mandarin June 28, 2019 10 AM - 12 PM Surrey & Fraser Valley

Community Connections

Events

We Live Here - Chúng Ta Sống Nơi Đây

Are you a Vietnamese speaking immigrant with kids living in Greater Vancouver? Have fun with us to get connected with your community, share your experiences and mee...

Vietnamese June 7, 2019 - July 17, 2019 See the schedule Vancouver

English Language Learning

In-person Course

Free English Classes - Fraser, Vancouver

New to Canada?  Come and join free English classes!  We are recruiting students for these classes.  Spaces are limited.  Register your family an...

English On going See the schedule Vancouver

English Language Learning

In-person Course

Free English Classes - Granville, Vancouver

New to Canada?  Come and join free English classes!  We are recruiting students for these classes.  Spaces are limited.  Register your family an...

English On going See the schedule Vancouver

Settlement Services

In-person Workshop

Public Transit System in BC

Are you a Arabic speaking newcomer wanting to learn about public transit system in BC?  Join our workshop in Surrey to receive the information you need to use ...

English and Arabic June 28, 2019 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Surrey & Fraser Valley

Community Connections

Events

We Live Here – Community Engagement Activities for Newcomers

Are you an Arabic speaking newcomer wanting to find out fun activities with your children to experience Canadian festivals?  Join us to have fun and make frien...

Arabic May 25, 2019 - July 20, 2019 See the schedule Surrey & Fraser Valley

Employment for SUCCESS

In-person Workshop

Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Program – Get Recognized!

This is a Free Labour Market Information Workshop for internationally trained professionals who wish to move back into careers that match their skills and experienc...

English June 27, 2019 10 am - 12 pm Surrey & Fraser Valley

Settlement Services

Events

Surrey Family Literacy Program

Join us Monday to Friday from 12:15 - 2:15 for Family Literacy fun. Children from 0-5 and their care-givers learn basic literacy skills and develop language togeth...

English April 8, 2019 - June 21, 2019 Mon-Fri 12:15 pm - 2:15 pm Surrey & Fraser Valley

Community Connections

Events

We Need Volunteers

We are looking for you to join our ISIP volunteer team!   Would you like to: Volunteer in an office or classroom environment? Share your talent and...

English Jan. 21, 2019 - December 31, 2019 Mon-Fri 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Vancouver

Settlement Services

Online Webinar

Health Care in BC

Every country has a different medical system.  Every province in Canada also has some difference in the medical system.  Understanding what the Health Ins...

English March 28, 2019 - March 31, 2020 20 minutes Online

Settlement Services

Online Course

Canadian Citizenship Orientation and Preparation

Are you planning to apply for Canadian Citizenship or already in the process of application?  Are you preparing for the citizenship test?  This self-help ...

English May 28, 2018 - March 31, 2020 Self-paced Online

Community Connections

Online Webinar

Political Participation in BC

Do you want to understand how BC Governments are operating and how you can participate in politics in BC?    This webinar will help you better understand...

English Mar 28, 2019 - March 31, 2020 15 minutes Online

Community Connections

Online Webinar

Protecting the Environment

All immigrants need to learn how Canadians are mindful of their use of natural resources and how we can protect environment together.  This short orientation w...

English Apr 19, 2017 - March 31, 2020 12 minutes Online

Settlement Services

Online Webinar

Transportation in Metro Vancouver

Are you afraid of taking the public transit in Metro Vancouver because you are not sure about how to use it?  Or do you simply want to learn more about the Met...

English Jan 05, 2018 - March 31, 2020 24 minutes Online

Employment for SUCCESS

Online Webinar

Job Readiness and Life Skills

This webinar will help you to better understand the concepts of Job Readiness and Life Skills, identify barriers to employment, strengths you already poss...

English March 28, 2019 - March 31, 2020 14 minutes Online

Employment for SUCCESS

Online Webinar

How to Gain Canadian Work Experience

Are you new to BC and Canada?  Are you planning to find a job?  Most of decent employers will require you to have at least one year Canadian work experien...

English March 28, 2019 - March 31, 2020 13 minutes Online

Employment for SUCCESS

Online Webinar

Professional Development Networking and Job Search Skills

  Are you new to BC?  Do you need to get a job?  Here is the important information that you might have missed when you try to find a job in BC. &nbs...

English March 28, 2019 - March 31, 2020 14 minutes Online

Employment for SUCCESS

Online Webinar

Resumes and Cover Letters

Learn about the tips of how to write resumes and cover letters effectively.   This recorded webinar will provide you with strategies to plan and create ef...

English March 28, 2019 - March 31, 2020 13 min Online

Employment for SUCCESS

Online Webinar

International Credential Evaluation Services (ICES)

This webinar discusses British Columbia Institute of Technology’s (BCIT) International Credential Evaluation Service and explains why evaluations can be evaluated...

English March 28, 2019 - March 31, 2020 16 minutes Online

Settlement Services

Online Webinar

Residential Tenancy Act of BC

This webinar will provide you with an overview of the BC Residential Tenancy Act, landlord and tenant responsibilities, and how to deal with any issues that arise d...

English March 28, 2019 - March 31, 2020 16 minutes Online

Settlement Services

Online Webinar

Public Transportation in BC

This webinar will help you to better understand public transportation in BC, transit fares, subsidized transit passes and accessible transit.     ...

English March 28, 2019 - March 31, 2020 22 minutes Online

Settlement Services

Online Webinar

Kindergarten to Grade 12 Education in BC

Are you new to BC?  Do you have children attending schools? This webinar will help you to better understand: the Kindergarten to Grade 12 education system ...

English March 28, 2019 - March 31, 2020 11 minutes Online

Settlement Services

Online Webinar

Managing Your Finances

Are you new to BC?   Navigating banking and taxation systems in a new place can be challenging.    This webinar will help you to better understand:&...

English March 29, 2019 - March 31, 2020 17 minutes Online

Employment for SUCCESS

Online Webinar

Working in Accounting and Finance in BC (CPA BC)

What is your career goal in Canada? Are you good at numbers and details? Are you considering accounting field seriously?  CPA BC (Chartered Professional Accou...

English March 29, 2019 - March 31, 2020 20 minutes Online

Employment for SUCCESS

Online Webinar

Credential Recognition Process

Are you a professional with a license back in your country?  Do you want to pursue further study in Canada or work with a similar capacity?  Do you want t...

English May 29, 2019 - March 31, 2020 12 minutes Online

Employment for SUCCESS

Online Webinar

BC Labour Market

Trying to find your career path?  Looking for a job?  No matter which stage you are on, this orientation will be helpful for your career research by prov...

English March 29, 2019 - March 31, 2020 11 minutes Online

Employment for SUCCESS

Online Webinar

Alternative Career Pathways

Are you planning to change your job?   Do you want to learn about changing career path? This webinar will help you better understand Alternative Career P...

English March 29, 2019 - March 31, 2020 9 minutes Online

Employment for SUCCESS

Online Webinar

Educational Opportunities and Supports

This webinar will help you to better understand Educational Opportunities and Supports including  the benefits of formal training in your field of interest,...

English March 29, 2019 - March 31, 2020 23 minutes Online

Employment for SUCCESS

Online Webinar

Community Employment Programs

This webinar will help you to better understand Community Employment Programs including the Employment Programs of BC, Case Management and Self Service options, Wor...

English March 29, 2019 - March 31, 2020 12 minutes Online

Employment for SUCCESS

Online Webinar

British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA)

Are you looking for a job in the construction industry? This webinar discusses the BC Construction industry including current job opportunities as well as the BCCA...

English March 29, 2019 - March 31, 2020 21 minutes Online

Employment for SUCCESS

Online Webinar

Canadian Workplace Culture

This webinar will help you to better understand Canadian Workplace Culture and discover how ways of thinking, behaving or working vary from workplace to workplace; ...

English March 29, 2019 - March 31, 2020 15 minutes Online

Settlement Services

Online Webinar

Finding Housing in BC

This webinar will outline the different steps involved in renting or buying housing in BC. It will also provide you with information about subsidized housing and co...

English March 29, 2019 - March 31, 2020 20 minutes Online

Settlement Services

Online Webinar

Drivers License in BC

Are you new to Canada and BC?  Do you need a driver license? This short webinar will help you better understand transferring your driver’s license from anot...

English March 29, 2019 - March 31, 2020 18 minutes Online

Employment for SUCCESS

Online Webinar

Employee Rights in BC

Are you new to BC?  Do you know your rights as an employee living in BC? Immigrants and employers need to understand what rights employees are given.  Th...

English March 29, 2019 - March 31, 2020 20 minutes Online

Community Connections

Online Webinar

Building Community Connections

Do you want to know why you should get involved in the community?  Do you want to know how to make connections to your community easier?   Here...

English Apr 19, 2017 - March 31, 2020 15 minutes Online

Employment for SUCCESS

Career Mentoring for SUCCESS

Are you an aspiring leader? Our workplaces and professions need people like you. As a mentor to an immigrant, you will have the opportunity to assist talented newco...

English Ongoing Ongoing Online