Equity & Diversity Resources
Below are information and resources for members of marginalized communities, including BIPOC individuals, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.
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First Nations Virtual Doctor of the Day Program
First Nations Virtual Doctor of the Day program is provided by the First Nations Health Authority. This program provides virtual doctor appointments free of charge to members of BC First Nations. This service is run though an online application called Zoom, which is...
Chee Mamuk Resources for STIs, Hepatitis and HIV
Chee Mamuk is an Indigenous program that provides programming and resources about STIs, hepatitis and HIV in a way that is both engaging and meaningful to the community and their traditional teachings. This program is provided by the BC Centre for Disease Control...
Ask Auntie Indigenous Wellness Program
Ask Auntie is a free online and community based wellness program for Indigenous girls ages 10-14. It is rooted in the Cuystiwi program and replicates the traditional learning relationship between youth and their aunties and elders. Website:...
Seniors Entitlement Service (SES)
Seniors Entitlement Service (SES) is provided by the Quadra Village Community Centre. Here, trained volunteers advocate to support seniors ages 55 and up. Seniors who meet the age requirement and reside in Victoria, Saanich, Oak Bay, Esquimalt and View Royal can use...
Refugee Support list from VPL
Vancouver Public Library has a refugee support resource list on their website that covers basic refugee services and resources as well as recommended readings, by age group, for those learning about the refugee experience. Website:...
British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal Immigration Resources
The British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal has an online resource list for immigration. While most of the resources listed are based in Vancouver, BC., they offer immigration services to all newcomers entering Canada. Website:...
CRC BC Arabic newcomers resources
CRC BC seeks to encourage and equip churches and communities to welcome newcomers to Canada. They have created an Arabic resource guide on English, food, health, housing, employment, financial, education and community. These guides are available in both Arabic and...
S.U.C.C.E.S.S. immigrant settlement and integration program
S.U.C.C.E.S.S. offers newcomers and their families arriving in Canada access to services to develop English skills, find employment and get involved in the community. Their services are offered across Metro Vancouver and Fort St. John. Please contact them to discuss...
Options Community Services
Options Community Services is a charity providing social services primarily in Surrey, Delta, White Rock and Langley. Their Settlement and Integration Program assists new immigrants and refugees to settle in Canada by providing them guidance and support to government...