Programs & Social Groups

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Programs and Social Groups for Newcomers

Our free groups have been created so you can make friends, connect with other newcomers in your community, practice English in a social setting, and build your support network.

Keep reading to learn about our programs in Campbell River and Courtenay, and view our Events Calendar to see what is happening this month.

Immigrant Welcome Centre Campbell River Courtenay Newcomers Immigrants Groups Programs

Campbell River Groups

For more information or to join any of the current programs in Campbell River, please call 250-830-0171 or email info@immigrantwelcome.ca.

International Seniors’ Group

Meets September to June
1st and 3rd Monday of each month.

International Womens’ Group

Details Coming Soon

Courtenay Groups

For more information or to join any of the current programs in Courtenay, please call 250-338-6359 or email admin@immigrantwelcome.ca.

Book Club

Meets September to June.

Beginner: 3rd Friday of each month.

Intermediate: 2nd Friday of each month

Conversation Group

Meets September to June.

Beginner: 4th Friday of each month.

Intermediate: 1st Friday of each month

OUR Services

What else can we do for YOU?

Settlement Support

Let us help you through our settlement services, employment resources, and school system support

Free English Classes

The Immigrant Welcome Center offers free English classes for immigrants and newcomers to Canada under its LINC* program. 

Events Calendar

See what is coming up and register for workshops, social groups or other events in your neighbourhood.