Immigrant Settlement & Integration Program

Newcomers and their families learn about life in Canada, develop English language skills, find employment, and get involved in the community by accessing our wide range of services that are offered across Metro Vancouver and in Fort St. John.

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all,permanent Settlement
1-to-1 Consultations

Meet with friendly staff to gain settlement information for you and your family. We can answer your questions and connect you to government and community resources.
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all,permanent Employment
Career Mentoring

Gain career information, support, and guidance related to your target occupation/sector in BC from a local professional who will act as your mentor.
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all,permanent Community Engagement
Community Connections Activities & Events

Learn more about Canadian culture and engage with the community by participating in local tours, events and celebrations, as well as volunteer opportunities.
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all,permanent Employment
Employment Consultations & Workshops

Access information, workshops, and webinars that will support you to understand the local labour market and find sustainable employment. We connect you to local hiring employers.
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all,permanent Language
English Classes & Conversation Circles

Improve your English communication skills to successfully settle and integrate into the local community and find employment. We offer English classes both in-person and online.
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all,permanent Settlement
Workshops & Webinars

Attend in-person workshops and online webinars on a wide range of settlement-related topics. We offer workshops and webinars in English and various other languages.
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“I started feeling very positive after participating in your program. Thank you for your continuous support and help.”

Service Eligibility

Permanent residents of Canada
Protected persons as defined in section 95 of the Immigrant & Refugee Protection Act (IRPA)
Individuals selected to become permanent residents by Immigration, Refugees & Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Live-in caregivers with a work permit under section 112 of the Immigration & Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR)

Funded by Immigration, Refugees & Citizenship Canada

Upcoming Events

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Employment

Telus Virtual Hiring Event

Hosted by: Immigrant Settlement and Integration Program

Looking for work? Join us at the upcoming virtual hiring event with Telus (in English). If you are a Mandarin- or Cantonese-speaking immigrant living in BC, you are welcome to join this virtual hiring event. TELUS is hiring: Client Care…

July 15, 2020

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Permanent Resident

Webinar, Online

Employment

Job Hunting and Continuing Education (Mandarin)

Hosted by: Immigrant Settlement and Integration Program

Do you want to stand out in a competitive job market? If you are a Mandarin-speaking immigrant living in BC, you are welcome to join this free online webinar. Topics covered include: Orientation of Continuing Education Institutes and Programs Choice…

July 15, 2020

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Permanent Resident

Webinar, Online

Family, Health Education

Embrace Your Emotions, Here and Now (Mandarin)

Hosted by: Immigrant Settlement and Integration Program

Do you want to learn about how to cope with difficult emotions and stress? If you are a Mandarin-speaking immigrant living in BC, you are welcome to join this free online workshop. Topics covered include: How to navigate difficult emotions…

July 15, 2020

10:00 am - 11:00 am

Permanent Resident

Webinar, Online

Settlement

Permanent Resident (PR) Card Renewal (Korean)

Hosted by: Immigrant Settlement and Integration Program

If you are a Korean speaking immigrant living in BC, you are welcome to join this free online workshop. Contents: Eligibility and residency requirement Required documents How to complete the application form Speaker: Kathy Kim, Settlement Practitioner Eligible Participants: Permanent…

July 17, 2020

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Permanent Resident

Webinar, Online

Seniors, Settlement

Introduction to Newcomer Senior’s Benefits (Mandarin)

Hosted by: Immigrant Settlement and Integration Program

Do you want to learn more about newcomer senior’s benefits? If you are a Mandarin-speaking immigrant living in BC, you are welcome to join this free online workshop. Topics covered include: Fair PharmaCare OAS & GIS Spouse Allowance & Allowance…

July 17, 2020

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Permanent Resident

Webinar, Online