Surrey LIP

Calling all newcomers & service providers! Your feedback can make a difference. Take a few minutes to complete our survey and help build a more welcoming community: surreylip.ca/project/commun…

Save the date! We are excited to host our annual Surrey LIP Community Stakeholder Forum under the theme, “Facing the Future of Immigration: Advocacy, Innovation and Community Preparedness" Register here: eventbrite.ca/e/community-st…

“Talk to people in the park, in the store, in the mall. That’s how you get things going because you never know who’s right beside you and opportunities can be created from those kinds of scenarios.” Listen to Tayo's Story of Impact here: surreylip.ca/project/storie…

“It can be challenging, but I say that every day is a new day here. Be hopeful, be determined. It’s just a matter of time. Canada is home to me now.” Listen to Rashi's Story of Impact here: surreylip.ca/project/storie…

“For me, a dream would be, for example, tomorrow, I go to the Dignidad Migrante office, and nobody calls me because nobody has a problem." Watch Daniel's full-length Story of Impact on our website: surreylip.ca/project/storie…

We are incredibly proud that The Surrey First Peoples Guide for Newcomers has received significant recognition for its contributions to reconciliation and community building! Read all about it on our blog here: surreylip.ca/surreylip-blog…

Our Senior Manager Diana Ospina was featured on The Morning Buzz on @SpiceRadioVan to discuss our highly anticipated event, Stories from the Land. Special thanks to Spice Radio 1200AM, our media partner! share.transistor.fm/s/ec23e374

Have you ever wondered what systemic discrimination is? Or what its impacts are? And what you can do about it? Introduction to systemic discrimination: An educational session from @humanrights4BC: bchumanrights.ca/news-and-event…

Our Surrey First Peoples Guide for Newcomers was created to answer a call from Indigenous communities for resources that reflect the true history of colonization in Canada, acknowledging the past + building bridges for the future. Read more: surreylip.ca/surreylip-blog…

New on the blog - Bridging Indigenous and Newcomer Communities: The Importance of the Surrey First Peoples Guide for Newcomers 🌟 Read the full blog post all about the SFPGN and it’s development on our website here: surreylip.ca/surreylip-blog…

Stories From the Land featured powerful stories that deepened our knowledge of Indigenous history and culture here in Surrey. A special thank you to the Kwantlen First Nation for their support in coordinating and hosting this event. With support from @CitImmCanada .

Know someone who deserves recognition for their hard work and dedication to our community? Nominations are coming to a close for the @SurreyNowLeader 22nd Annual 2024 Community Leader Awards! Deadline: October 20th. Don't miss out!

The Surrey LIP Invites You to Stories from the Land! - mailchi.mp/a57b00160732/s…

Happening one week from today on Friday, October 11, 2024, our Stories from the Land event is a place to gather and share diverse narratives and engage in meaningful dialogue. Register for free here: eventbrite.ca/e/stories-from…

Are you interested in learning about starting a small business? Have a business idea you’d like to turn into a side hustle? You’re invited to the @DIVERSEcityBC Entrepreneur & Small Business Fair, supported by @TD_Canada. Learn more and register here: dcrs.ca/entrepreneurfa…

We had an incredible time at the Newcomer Open House during #WelcomingWeek2024! Thank you to everyone who joined us to connect, share, and celebrate the rich diversity of our community. Check out our summary video to relive the highlights of this memorable event! @CitImmCanada

Happening Friday, October 11, 2024, from 5:30–7:30 pm at the Museum of Surrey, our Stories from the Land event is a place to gather and share diverse narratives and engage in meaningful dialogue. Register for FREE here: eventbrite.ca/e/stories-from…

Are you a newcomer in Surrey looking to build your communication, presentation, and outreach skills? Join @NewToBC and the Library Champions Project for an online information session on Monday, October 7th to learn how you can participate in this incredible opportunity!

Surrey Local Immigration Partnership Monthly Newsletter - mailchi.mp/090350e9f7ee/s…

Join us for Orange Shirt Day as we come together to honour survivors of the residential school system, their families and to remember those who did not return. Hosted by the Surrey Urban Indigenous Leadership Committee (SUILC) & Skookum Surrey.