Each first-generation family is unique and experiences settlement differently. Certain trends, however, affect a sizeable portion of families, especially their
Bridging Language Learning Assessment With the Real World
This 2018 webinar showcased both smaller and larger centres’ approaches to bridging language learning and assessment with community integration. Three
Navigating the Settlement Needs of Refugee Claimants
Since 2017, British Columbia has seen an increase in refugee claimant arrivals. Supporting refugee claimants requires specialized expertise and front-line
Immigration Pathways for Temporary Residents
On February 21, 2018, Heather Michaud of IRCC and Trina McKinlay of the BC PNP presented on Express Entry and
LINC Guidelines
BC LINC Guidelines 2018, AMSSA Lignes directrices du programme CLIC-LINC 2018, AMSSA This document is a compilation of operational guidelines and policies
E-Symposium: Navigating Housing For Newcomers
Finding a home that is suitable and affordable is a major challenge for families and single renters across the province.
Local Immigration Partnerships: Collaboration Across Sectors
In an effort to increase engagement with newcomers to British Columbia, settlement service providers have increasingly turned to creative partnerships.
Supporting the Alignment of Pre and Post Arrival Services for Newcomers
This 2017 webinar provided settlement service provider staff with greater knowledge of existing pre-arrival services currently being offered to newcomers
Census 2016: Immigration and Language in BC; Issue 43
The 2016 Census of Population created a detailed statistical portrait of Canada through mandatory short-form and long-form questionnaires. Data related
BC Settlement & Language Service Providers’ Provincial Meeting 2017
IRCC funded AMSSA to convene a meeting of provincial representatives from settlement and language service provider organizations across the province.
