Equity / Diversity / Inclusion

E-Symposium: Using Physical & Social Activities as Opportunities for Newcomer Integration

February 7, 2017

Participating in physical and social activities are various ways how newcomers can become integrated into a community. Many of these

September 1, 2016

Public libraries are an important community resource for many community members—as a source of reading and viewing materials, reference information,

July 1, 2016

Family relationships are an integral part of life for most people around the world. Decisions about migration are tied together

June 23, 2016

A truly welcoming society is one where everyone feels that they can bring their “whole self” to the community and

May 1, 2016

Finding acceptable housing is a primary concern for many newcomers. In 2011, newcomers who had been in Canada for five

January 1, 2016

1 in 7 adults in Canada report having a disability that limits their daily activities. Although the Immigration and Refugee

December 10, 2015

Date: December 10, 2015 Location: SFU Harbour Centre, Vancouver Cultural Safety ensures that service providers become respectful of all aspects

November 18, 2015

These web videos of 2015 focus on highlighting the issues, challenges and successes of immigrant seniors and provides settlement workers

August 31, 2015

This edition explores different aspects of diversity and social inclusion in Canada, resources for businesses and organisations, and the legislation

March 12, 2015

This 2015 web video, focusing on anti-racism and anti-bullying awareness, provided settlement workers with information and tips such as: How