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)

Upcoming Events

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Health Education, Settlement

Addiction Health Effects and Awareness 了解成瘾行为及其对健康的影响 (English, Mandarin)

Hosted by: Immigrant Settlement and Integration Program

Contents: What is addiction? What we think we know about addiction Causes and risk factors for addiction A holistic look at addiction prevention 内容：什么是成瘾我们对成瘾了解多少上瘾的人群和原因是什么全面了解如何预防成瘾 Phone 电话: 604-279-7180; 604-335-2842 [email protected] Venue: Please Choose One Option 参与方式：任选一种 Option…

October 8, 2024

10:00 am - 11:30 am

Permanent Resident

Richmond, BC

Settlement

Winter Car Maintenance and Driving Tips 冬季车辆保养与驾驶须知 (Cantonese, Mandarin)

Hosted by: Immigrant Settlement and Integration Program

Contents 内容 : Winter driving readiness 冬季驾驶准备工作 How to care for your car in winter 冬季车辆保养特别须知 Road safety tips for winter and foggy conditions 雨雪天安全驾驶注意事项 Phone 电话: 604-279-7180 or 604-330-8057 [email protected] Eligible Participants: Permanent Residents, Protected Persons, Convention Refugees…

October 9, 2024

10:00 am - 11:30 am

Permanent Resident

Webinar, Online

Settlement

Effective Debt Management and Credit Building Tips 有效的债务管理和信用建立技巧 (Mandarin)

Hosted by: Immigrant Settlement and Integration Program

Contents: Understanding credit and how it works How debt accumulates and negatively impacts future financial plans Understanding the difference between good debt and bad debt, and the value of having a good credit rating Practical strategies for managing your finances…

October 16, 2024

10:00 am - 11:30 am

Permanent Resident

Webinar, Online

Settlement

Family Law BC 了解BC省家庭法

Hosted by: Immigrant Settlement and Integration Program

Content: Understand Family Law in BC Separation process and responsibilities Essential elements of divorce Asset division and child custody and obligation 內容: 了解BC省家庭法的基本点分居的过程及分居后的责任了解离婚的必备要素离婚财产分割及养育子女的责任义务 Registration: Priority is given to Permanent Residents, Protected Persons, and Live-in Caregivers. 名額優先給予永久居民, 公約難民，受保護人士和住家保姆…

October 17, 2024

10:00 am - 11:30 am

Permanent Resident

Settlement

Planning Ahead: Reminder App on iOS Devices 提前计划：iOS 设备的提醒应用 (Mandarin)

Hosted by: Immigrant Settlement and Integration Program

Free Online/in-person Mandarin Workshop in Small Setting 免费线上/面对面国语小班讲座 Use iPhone/iPad/MacBook to 使用苹果手机、平板、电脑来 →Create a reminder and add functions 创建提醒和添加功能 →Create a list of things to get done 新建列表来梳理待办事项 Choose one of the following dates 任选其中一个日期参加 DATE 日期 VENUE 地点 TIME…

October 18, 2024

10:00 am - 11:30 am

Permanent Resident

Richmond, BC

Funded by Immigration, Refugees & Citizenship Canada