As the needs of newcomers to BC changes and grows, the new BC Newcomer Services Program (BCNSP) and the new
Refugees & Resettlement
Memoirs of the Newcomer Integration Sector: a series of video-interviews
BC’s newcomer integration sector is going through major transitions as many of its founders have or are about to retire.
Refugee Readiness Fund (RRF) for the Afghan Refugees Provincial Consultation Meeting
On November 17, 2021, AMSSA facilitated an online Provincial Consultation meeting to support the B.C. Ministry of Municipal Affairs Immigration
Supporting the Settlement and Integration of French-speaking Immigrants and Refugees Outside Quebec
French-speaking immigrants contribute to Canada’s strength and prosperity, cultural and linguistic diversity as well as socio-economic development. However, the pathway
AMSSATalk: Climate Change, Displacement & Environmental Racism
This AMSSATalk from February 11, 2021 is for any settlement and integration staff wanting to learn more about the connections
Welcoming New Arrivals
This 2020 AMSSA Video on Welcoming New Arrivals was created to support SPOs in understanding the process that newcomers experience
Newcomer Men: Unique Challenges and Considerations; Issue 51
In 2017, men made up more than half of total refugees accepted into Canada, and the majority of economic class
Refugee Integration Support After Year One; Issue 48
Canada holds humanitarian commitments to admit and resettle refugees. Historically, 10% of resettled refugees across the globe have been accepted
Community Based Training for Working with Immigrants & Refugees – A Trauma Informed Approach
Language is an essential part of our individual and community lives. Newcomers to Canada learn English to contribute to their
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
