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This section features stories related to our strategic priorities and local news relevant to the Tri-Cities on immigrant inclusion.

Arts Alive festival returns to Langley for its 28th year

By Langley Advance Times | Arts Alive festival draws thousands annually to Langley City, and art lovers and enthusiasts alike. For its 28th year of the event, the Downtown Langley Business Association (DLBA) team has expanded the children’s stage this year to accommodate even more entertainers. “The Children’s Stage this year is going to be […]

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Maple Ridge agency to help shape anti-racism legislation in B.C.

By Maple Ridge News | A Maple Ridge organization was one of 68 to receive a grant to help in the development of new anti-racism legislation in the province. Family Education and Support Centre, which provides multicultural awareness and education programs to the community, was one of more than 100 organization to apply for a […]

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New housing minister says immigration can help address affordability, supply

By Global News | Canada’s new housing and infrastructure minister says closing the door to newcomers is not the solution to the country’s housing woes, and has instead endorsed building more homes to accommodate higher immigration flows. Sean Fraser, who previously served as immigration minister, was sworn in Wednesday morning as part of a Liberal government cabinet shuffle aimed at showcasing […]

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B.C. releases results of credential-recognition engagement

By BC Gov News More than 1,450 people gave feedback through wide-ranging public engagement on the international credential-recognition progress. Feedback from the Province’s engagement is available online and will be used to inform future legislation to improve credential recognition for newcomers to B.C. In spring 2023, the Province asked internationally trained professionals, educational institutions, immigrant-serving […]

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