Helping newcomers settle successfully in the North Island since 1992.

The Welcoming Communities Coalition invites you to join us as we deepen our understanding of the needs, gaps, and challenges facing immigrants and refugees settling in Port Hardy.

We want to hear voices from a variety of sectors in the community about how we can make the North Island more welcoming to newcomers.

When: Wednesday, Sept. 27, 9am to 11am

Where: Kwa’lilas Hotel, Port Hardy

Register here!

Learn more here or email your questions to Coalition Coordinator Julie Keumbehdjian at julie.keumbehdjian@immigrantwelcome.ca

The Welcoming Communities Coalition invites you to join us as we deepen our understanding of the needs, gaps, and challenges facing immigrants and refugees settling in Port McNeill.

We want to hear voices from a variety of sectors in the community about how we can make the North Island more welcoming to newcomers.

When: Thursday, Sept. 28, 9am to 11am

Where: 311 Hemlock Street (Community Futures Mt. Waddington office), Port McNeill

Register here!

Learn more here or email your questions to Coalition Coordinator Julie Keumbehdjian at julie.keumbehdjian@immigrantwelcome.ca

Our social group provides an opportunity for newcomers to meet others and practice English in a safe and welcoming environment. We will talk about Canadian life and share our stories.

Everyone is welcome! Please register here by clicking on this link or call our Courtenay office at 250-338-6359.

This group takes place at the Soroptimist Lounge at the Florence Filberg Centre (411 Anderton Ave.)

Our social group provides an opportunity for newcomers to meet others and practice English in a safe and welcoming environment. We will talk about Canadian life and share our stories.

Everyone is welcome! Please register here by clicking on this link or call our Courtenay office at 250-338-6359.

This group takes place at A Step Above Cafe, generously donated by Quality Foods (2751 Cliffe Ave.).

The Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) has generously offered the use of the rink at the Comox Valley Sports Centre for the evening to skate and make social connections.

Helmets, skates and adaptive skating equipment will all be available on a first come first serve basis. Please note all skaters must wear helmets. This skating series is FREE but space is limited – registration is required.

Register using this link or call our Courtenay office for assistance at 250-338-6359.

You’re invited to our Coalition Membership meeting! This is an opportunity to share organizational experiences and learn about collaboration and partnership building so that we as a community can be more welcoming to immigrants and refugees.

When: Oct. 18, 9:30 to 11 a.m.

Where: Robron Centre (740 Robron Rd.)

Register for free on EventBrite.

Learn more about the Welcoming Communities Coalition here.

You’re invited to our Coalition Membership meeting! This is an opportunity to share organizational experiences and learn about collaboration and partnership building so that we as a community can be more welcoming to immigrants and refugees.

When: Oct. 19, 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Where: Glacier View Secondary (241 Beecher Place, Courtenay)

Register for free on EventBrite.

Learn more about the Welcoming Communities Coalition here.

The Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) has generously offered the use of the pool (377 Lewrick Road) for the evening to swim and make social connections.

We will have Thrifty Foods generously providing us with snacks and beverages to be served during the event.

The swim series is FREE but space is limited – registration is required!

Register using this link or call our Courtenay office for assistance at 250-338-6359.

We will have relaxed discussions about topics of interest. Meet others who also wish to practice their English in a safe environment.

Everyone is welcome! Please register here by clicking on this link or call our Courtenay office at 250-338-6359. (Space is limited)

This group takes place at The Wave Room at the Comox Valley Aquatic Centre (377 Lerwick Rd.), generously donated by the Comox Valley Regional District.