
Take our 2023 Community Survey now until August 11
What does the community need more of for settlement and integration of immigrants and refugees? Do you think our community has a reputation for being

Take our 2023 Immigrant Survey before July 7
Participants can enter into a prize draw! All immigrants, refugees, international students, and temporary workers ages 19 and older who have lived in the Comox

A long road to Citizenship
Ann Justin became a Canadian citizen on November 24, 2022, fifty years after moving to Canada from Scotland (in 1972). She jokes about how long

Local newcomers get free workplace-oriented language and culture training
When people move to a new country, the list of things they have to learn is endless. Many immigrants are skilled and qualified professionals, and

Swim program is an accessible opportunity for newcomer families to connect and be active together
“You move to this country and you are welcome to this program – this is a chance for everyone to build connections.” – Jumana Adamjee

National Volunteer Week: IWC volunteers contribute with skills and empathy to the organization.
April 16-22 is National Volunteer Week, and the Immigrant Welcome Centre (IWC) wants to celebrate all of the fantastic volunteers that help us to make

Immigrant Welcome Centre
Free Professional Services for Immigrants & Newcomers in Courtenay, Comox, Campbell River and northern Vancouver Island.