Events

Are rising interest rates and inflation affecting your ability to budget? In this workshop, participants will receive tips on revising their budget by prioritizing expenses and exploring how to approach investing during financially…

Meet new friends and practice your English conversation skills with other English language learners. This is a supportive and casual meet-up using Zoom.

For intermediate speakers.

To join this Zoom program, you will need a computer,…

This program will be conducted in Mandarin with Cantonese support.

國語活動/粵語輔助

A fun and interactive way to share your favourite Chinese materials, including books, articles, and movies with other enthusiastic readers. Bring a few…

Join our online workshop with S.U.C.C.E.S.S. BCNSP for help with crafting a Canadian-style resume.

In this session, you'll learn the essential techniques for creating a standout resume that grabs an employer's attention.

This program is a…

Networking is an essential job search strategy that can help you obtain unadvertised jobs. Register for this workshop to learn how you can use networking to your advantage when searching for a job or advancing in your career. Discover…

Learn how to prepare for disasters and emergencies in Vancouver, including a big earthquake. This session introduces you to practical steps you can take including knowing risks, making a plan, gathering supplies, staying informed, and…

Are you a new immigrant who loves libraries? Consider becoming a Library Champion!

As a Library Champion volunteer, you will connect with other immigrants to let them know what their local library offers. NewToBC provides you with the…

Are you exploring careers or looking for a job? Want to know how to find unadvertised jobs and access the hidden job market? Register for this free workshop, which introduces you to VPL's extensive job and career resources. Everyone is…

Meet new friends and practice your English conversation skills with other English language learners. This is a supportive and casual meet-up using Zoom.

For intermediate speakers.

To join this Zoom program, you will need a computer,…

This event is presented in English.

Are you interested in learning about Chinese Canadian genealogy and family history resources?

Join Library and Archives Canada (LAC) for this introductory presentation about available resources for…

Discover how to find the job of your dreams! If you’re looking for work or trying to figure out what career is right for you, we can help. Attend this free hands-on workshop to learn about the best tools and resources to put you on the road…

Do you want to create a professional looking resume, but don't have the necessary Microsoft Word skills to do so? Then join us for this hands-on workshop where you will learn all the basic MS Word techniques needed to create and format a…

Join us for this free mental wellness program where we will explore the art of drawing as a form of mindfulness. We will cover some basic shapes and patterns used in meditative drawing and find the beauty in the process of mark-making. All…

Meet new friends and practice your English conversation skills with other English language learners. This is a supportive and casual meet-up using Zoom.

For intermediate speakers.

To join this Zoom program, you will need a computer,…

Understanding Canadian workplace culture and communication can help you find employment and achieve career success. Register for this workshop to learn tips, etiquette and soft skills that newcomers should know about Canadian…

Learn how the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) can help you or your loved ones save for the future with free government grants and bonds. This workshop covers the Disability Tax Credit, how to set up an RDSP, and tips for…

Meet new friends and practice your English conversation skills with other English language learners. This is a supportive and casual meet-up using Zoom.

For intermediate speakers.

To join this Zoom program, you will need a computer,…

Get help navigating the exciting and potentially challenging transition to kindergarten.

Is your child about to start kindergarten? Are you concerned about the support your child will receive to set them up for success? Join us for a…

Join Statistics Canada representatives to explore statistics about employment and unemployment in Canada.This session will also demonstrate how to access statistical information sources on Statistics Canada’s website.To join you will need a…

The Canadian English Language Proficiency Language Index Program (CELPIP) is one of the approved English tests for immigration purposes. In this Writing workshop, you will learn about key writing strategies andunderstand the structure of…