The B.C. government is more than quadrupling funding for newcomer services from $6 million to $25.6 million per year, partnering with 30 organizations throughout the province. The increased funding, announced…
Tri-Cities Local Immigration Partnership
The Tri-Cities Local Immigration Partnership (TCLIP) brings community leaders and organizations together to develop welcoming and inclusive communities, where established residents and newcomers feel a sense of belonging and attachment.
TCLIP Events
Sessions are open to service providers in Metro Vancouver and BC. Participants will attend three workshops and two group coaching sessions.
We’re looking to engage 20 organizations and groups who support and deliver settlement services in the Tri-Cities to explore interest in community-based planning.
Community Events
Live Webinar: CAEL – Test Structure and Strategies to Help You Ace the Speaking Component
Online (Virtual)
آشنایی با سیستم آموزشی مدارس در استان بی سی کانادا (School System in BC, Canada)
Hybrid - #258-3020 Lincoln Avenue, Coquitlam, BC / Online via Zoom
Cultural Fair: Discovering Chinese Heritage
Coquitlam Public Library - City Centre Branch
English Practice Group - Beginners
ParkLane Room | 100 Newport Drive Port Moody
Resource Library
Community organizations can find resources to support their work on diversity, equity & inclusion.
New to Tri-Cities
Newcomers can find programs and services that will help them settle smoothly in our communities.
Tri-Cities News
Strategies for making progress on a delayed immigration application
Navigating Canada’s immigration system can bring exciting new opportunities but also frustrations – particularly when faced when an application stuck in processing. Delays, lack of updates and prolonged waiting are…
Getting PR after graduating from a master’s or PhD program as an international student
It may now be easier for students who come to Canada for a master’s or Ph.D. program to obtain permanent residence (PR). On February 15, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) enacted a Post-Graduation…
BC PNP operational update - Skills Immigration draw timing
Effective April 30, 2024, BC PNP Skills Immigration invitations to apply will be issued to qualified registrations received before the date of the draw. New registrations received on the same…
South Asian people who are struggling with mental-health or addictions challenges in greater Vancouver now have access to expanded services provided by the South Asian Community Hub Society (SACH). SACH…
New Community Centre Coming to Lafarge Lake
Visitors to Coquitlam’s city centre will soon have another community space in their neighbourhood when Town Centre Park Community Centre opens its doors to the public on Saturday, May 11,…
Community Voice
The top Canadian immigration developments to expect for the rest of 2023
By CIC News | Fall and the lead-up to the Christmas holiday period are typically busy seasons for developments from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and Canada’s immigration system in general. While there are a lot of moving parts to Canada’s immigration system, there are several key developments to watch for as the year comes to a close. These include potential