Advocacy & Research

Recognized as a prominent voice for positive social change, S.U.C.C.E.S.S. is active at the international, national, provincial and municipal levels.

We advocate for the values of diversity and inclusion, as well as for positive policy changes that advance the belonging, wellness, and independence of people on their Canadian journey.

Advocacy & Public Policy

Developing a Plan for Inclusivity in the Workplace
By Queenie Choo, 2019
The Walrus Talks: Inclusion
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Addressing Online Hate
By Queenie Choo, 2019
Presentation to Standing Committee on Justice & Human Rights
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Culturally-Sensitive Care for Aging Seniors
By Queenie Choo, 2017
Presentation Standing Senate Committee on National Finance
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Beyond the Keys to a Successful Welcome
By Queenie Choo, 2016
The Walrus Talks: Cities of Migration
Surrey, BC
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Pre-Arrival Settlement Services
By Queenie Choo, 2019
Presentation to Standing Committee on Citizenship & Immigration
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Embracing Values of Diversity & Inclusion
By Queenie Choo, 2018
Presentation to Special Senate Committee on the Charitable Sector
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Whose Quality of Life Is It?
By Queenie Choo, 2016
The Walrus Talks: Quality of Life
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Community-University Research Partnerships

Expanding Organizational Capacity to Afford Professional Learning: A Project with Immigrant Services Providers in the Context of Diversity Work
Dr. Hongxia Shan, University of British Columbia, 2019 to present
Funded by SSHRC
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Understanding the Barriers to Employment for Female Refugees with Physical Disabilities
Dr. Suzanne Huot, University of British Columbia, 2018 – 2019
Funded by Vancouver Foundation
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Unlocking Political Potential:
Addressing the Root Causes of Participation and Apathy in Immigrant Communities
Dr. Sara Pavan, UBC Migration, 2018 to 2020
Funded by Vancouver Foundation
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Gaps in Facility Care for East Asian Cultural Groups in Selected GVRD Communities
Andrew Wister, Sarah Canham, Blake Byron Walker of Gerontology Research Centre, Simon Fraser University, 2017
Commissioned by S.U.C.C.E.S.S.
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Conference Presentations

Engaging Staff Remotely with Compassion & Care
By Peggy Lau, Jinny Rodrigo, Timna McDoom & Shae Viswanathan, Settlement & Family Services Division, 2020
Pathways to Prosperity Conference
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Facilitating the Successful Integration of Newcomers to Canada through Pre-Arrival Services
By Mikaela Torres, Active Engagement & Integration Project, 2019
Metropolis Canada Conference
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Helping Newcomers Thrive: Facilitating Successful Integration of Newcomers to Canada through Pre-Arrival Services
By Mikaela Torres, Active Engagement & Integration Project, 2018
International Metropolis Conference
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Refugee Family Health & Wellness Program
By Ryan Drew, 2018
Metropolis Canada Conference
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Resilience During the Global Pandemic: How Pre-Arrival Services Rose to the Challenge
By Selina Aheer, Active Engagement & Integration Project, 2020
Metropolis Canada Conference
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Community Airport Newcomers Network
By Suddhodan Baidya & Mustafa Delsoz, Community Airport Newcomers Network, 2019
BC Migrant Worker Support Network Forum
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Effective Pre-Arrival Multi-Stakeholder Partnership: Facilitating the Successful Integration of Newcomers to Canada
By Johnny Cheng, Active Engagement & Integration Project, 2018
Metropolis Canada Conference
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Connecting Arabic-Speaking Refugees to Employers in Hospitality
By Ryan Drew, 2018
Metropolis Canada Conference
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