Vernon Immigrant Services

VDICSS offers many services for newcomers, immigrants, refugees, and naturalized citizens, helping with settlement and integration into Canada and Vernon, BC.

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Conversation Circles start up again on Monday! Email [email protected] or call 778-475-8859 to register.

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The North Okanagan Friendship Centre is generously offering to help evacuees of the Okanagan wildfires. Phone Annette or Alyssa at 250-542-1247 Ext 101, or stop by at 2904 29th Ave.

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Our Annual General Meeting has been rescheduled for Wednesday, September 6th, 2023 at 6PM.

Membership is only $5 and free to VDICSS clients.

For more information regarding membership or to RSVP please email [email protected]

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Due to unforeseen circumstances, VDICSS has had to postpone its AGM. For those who have RSVPd, please check your emails in the coming days for the new date and Zoom link. Thank you for your understanding.

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Join us this Saturday to explore career possibilities while taking fun personality tests with your friends! Followed by a "make your own" sushi lunch.

Ages 15-25

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So excited to participate in Vernon Pride! 🏳️‍🌈 Come stop by our booth on Mainstreet and say hi! 😎

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There's one more beading workshop session on August 8th! Don't miss out - register here: https://t.co/VM5rIJJRow

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This August is packed with super fun activities for youth! If you are aged 15-25, email [email protected] to register for VDICSS Youth Group.

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Notice of Annual General Meeting

Wednesday, August 23rd, 2023 at 6PM.

Membership is only $5 and free to VDICSS clients.

For more information regarding membership or to RSVP please email [email protected]

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Youth bowling day is this Saturday! Email [email protected] to register.

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Get ready for Youth Games Day at The Boarding House Cafe! 🎲 Join us this Saturday for fun, friendly competition. Email [email protected] to register.

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Join us on July 25th and create your own jewelry, keychains and more at our interactive beading workshop! Unleash your creativity and craft pieces that reflect your personal style.

Two more sessions will follow on August 1st and August 8th.
Register here: https://t.co/3G8tHROBoX

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Come along for the Indigenous Garden Tour at Kalamalka Indigenous Garden on July 27th! 🌿

Register here: https://t.co/qs5UUsihbX

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Today is the last day to apply for the VDICSS Post-Secondary Immigrant Bursary of $1000! 🎓

Submit your application here: https://t.co/TUrcujNX1c

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This weekend is Okanagan Indian Band's 1st Annual Powwow! There will be an incredible lineup of performers, craft and food vendors, and more.

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We are now accepting applications for the VDICSS Post Secondary Immigrant Bursary of $1000.

Apply here: https://t.co/TUrcujNX1c

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The Vernon Japanese Cultural Society is hosting the Keiro-Kai Festival to celebrate elders.

The event will take place this Saturday, June 10th, from 3 PM to 5 PM, with a potluck to follow for those interested in staying.

Register here: https://t.co/EGW61OUMcN

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Tomorrow is our last Community Wellness Walk! Last chance to join us tomorrow at 9 AM.

Keep your fingers crossed for good weather 🌞😎

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Today is International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia, an important day to raise awareness and show support for the LGBTQIA+ community. Let's stand together for a world free from hate and discrimination. 🏳️‍🌈

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The Vernon Punjabi Heritage Society is putting on its annual function on May 20th. There will be a fantastic dinner, entertainment and dancing!

Contact Ajay Malhotra for tickets at 250-307-5299 or [email protected].
You won't want to miss it!