AMSSA and its member agencies and stakeholders organize public community events, workshops for newcomers to Canada as well as professional development training, workshops, seminars and conferences for (re)settlement, language training diversity and inclusion sector employees. Community events and workshops which are continuous are listed below the calendar.
DIVERSEcity Entrepreneur & Small Business Fair
October 22 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Are you a small business owner or emerging entrepreneur in Metro Vancouver? Or an organization that helps entrepreneurs succeed? Are you doing anything this #SmallBusinessWeek in October?
Join us for the 10th annual DIVERSEcity Entrepreneur & Small Business Fair on Thursday, October 22, 2026, 3–7 pm at the Sheraton Guildford (15269 104 Avenue, Surrey, BC.)
Don’t miss this dynamic event celebrating entrepreneurship in action!
Register to attend the free event and learn from exhibitors and inspiring speakers, while connecting with other local entrepreneurs.
Plus, shop local goods and services, enjoy refreshments, enter to win prizes and more!
3-5 pm: Tradeshow, marketplace, networking, complimentary refreshments
5-6 pm: Welcome speakers and Fireside Chat with Safe Sweat founders
6-7 pm: Live Business Pitch Competition, Dragons’ Den style
Learn more and register at https://www.dcrs.ca/our-services/employment-programs/diverse-entrepreneurs/diversecity-entrepreneur-and-small-business-fair/
Ongoing Community Events/Programs
English Upgrading Classes for Adults
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 12:40 – 2:40 p.m.
September 2025 – January 2026
Free LINC classes for adults
September 2025 – January 2026
