Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Katzie Local Immigration Partnership

05/25/2026

Planning to improve your English? Start this week with the free drop-in English Conversation Circles of the Community Literacy Committee!

Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Katzie Community Literacy Committee WorkBC NewToBC

No English? No problem! Plan this week to be the week your English improves!

Join our friendly, welcoming community and learn together in a supportive environment. It is free, it is a drop-in (no registration required) and it is at the Library!

Locations & Times:
✅ Mondays (Pitt Meadows Library) – 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
🆕 Tuesdays (Maple Ridge Library) – 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
✅ Tuesdays & Wednesdays (Maple Ridge Library) – 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
✅ Thursdays – Women’s Group (Maple Ridge Library) – 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM

Start today @ Pitt Meadows Library at 11:30am!

Learn more: www.readridgemeadows.ca

05/21/2026

Planning the day? Don’t miss this informative online session - whether you are exploring a new career direction or looking to upgrade your skills, this session is for you!

Exploring Career Pathways Through TESOL & ESL Programs

📅 May 21, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM (Vancouver Time)
🔗 Click to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WzMkFbllRDiw8KQ7CgQGrA #/registration

Join to learn about:
✔️ TESOL & ESL Programs
✔️ Tuition support options
✔️ Eligibility & application process
✔️ Career pathways
✔️ Live Q&A session

Hosted by the Global Talent Loans Program of ISSofBC in partnership with Language and Career College

🔗 Register here: Click to register
Learn. Connect. Take the next step in your career journey!

05/18/2026

ARE YOU READY, MAPLE RIDGE?

Get ready to celebrate the beauty of cultures from around the world at the Canadian Multiculturalism Day Celebration! 🎉

📍 Memorial Peace Park
📅 Saturday, June 27th, 2026
⏰ 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Join us for a vibrant day filled with:
Multicultural pavilions
Live cultural performances
Community multicultural fashion show
Joyful Holi celebration
Children’s activities
Cultural experiences and much more!

Come celebrate the richness of our shared heritage, connect with the community, and enjoy an unforgettable day of diversity, colour, music, and joy. ❤️

Bring your family, friends, and festive spirit — we can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🎊

05/15/2026

05/11/2026

🌿 Discover the history of the Katzie First Nation 🌿

THIS WEEK join this insightful session with Len Pierre and deepen your understanding of Indigenous history, culture, and connection to the land. This engaging presentation explores traditions, stories, and practices.

This is a valuable learning opportunity for everyone—and especially meaningful for those who are newer to North America and want to build a stronger understanding of the local context.

Thursday, May 14
6:00 – 7:30 PM
Maple Ridge Public Library

Learn more via the QR code on the poster and help spread the word!

05/07/2026

🧸♻️ BABY TOY SWAP - TODAY at the Maple Ridge Library! ♻️🧸

Ready to refresh your little one’s toy collection without spending a dime? Bring gently used baby toys your child no longer plays with and swap them for “new-to-you” treasures from other families!

📅 Thursday, May 7
⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Maple Ridge Public Library

✨ Please bring toys that are:
✔ Clean
✔ No rips, tears, or stains
✔ Washing machine or dishwasher safe

No minimum number of items needed to participate!

Come connect with other parents, reduce waste, and give toys a second life 💛

Hosted by Fraser Valley Regional Library

05/04/2026

🌟 Plan your week!

🌎 New to Canada? Join the Multicultural Hub every Wednesday, 4–6 PM at the Maple Ridge Library and every Thursday 11:30 AM -1:30 PM at the Pitt Meadows Library!

💬 Support, connections, and resources—all in one place.

🌎 Come hang out at the Multicultural Hub every Wednesday from 4-6 at our library!
💬 Whether you’re looking for volunteer work, English classes, social networking, how to find a doctor or more, The Hub has all your resources !
Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Katzie Local Immigration Partnership The Family Education & Support Centre

05/02/2026

We hope you had a chance to meet our wonderful Community Connectors—Andrea and Virginia - at today’s Children’s Festival!

If you have missed this opportunity and you still have questions on your newcomer journey, you can find them weekly at the Multicultural HUB:
📍 Wednesdays | 4:00–6:00 PM – Maple Ridge Library
📍 Thursdays | 11:30 AM–1:30 PM – Pitt Meadows Library

Building connections and accessing the right information is key to your success as a newcomer to Canada. Come by to get the support, guidance, and the information you need.

04/28/2026

TOMORROW, Maple Ridge is hosting a Senior Care Job Fair — and it could be your next big opportunity!
If you’re passionate about supporting seniors and building a career in caregiving, this is your chance to meet employers face-to-face and explore real job opportunities on the spot.

💼 Positions include:
Caregiver
Companion for Seniors
Home Care Professional
Health Care Assistant
Housekeeping

✨ Why attend?
• Meet hiring employers directly
• Learn about current job openings
• Participate in on-the-spot interviews
• Grow your professional network

👥 Who should come?
• Job seekers with experience in senior care
• Anyone passionate about helping others
• Certified or trained healthcare support professionals

📍 Maple Ridge – Next Wednesday!
🗓 April 29 | 🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Maple Ridge Public Library (Computer Lab)
130-22470 Dewdney Trunk Road

👉 Can’t make it? There’s another opportunity in Vancouver:
🗓 May 13 | 🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 ISSofBC Welcome Centre, 2610 Victoria Dr

Bring your resume, your questions, and your passion — your next job could be waiting for you! 💙

04/27/2026

The easiest way to explore a legal career in BC?
Start literally TOMORROW with a great mentor. ⚖️✨

If you’re internationally trained and wondering how to navigate licensing, career pathways, and working in the legal field in British Columbia, this session is for you.

Join Ask a Mentor: Building Your Legal Career in BC, a welcoming group mentor chat with Anisha, General Counsel, who will share practical insights and real‑world guidance to help you move forward with confidence.

📅 TOMORROW, April 28, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM (PDT)
💻 Online (Zoom)
👉 Register today and take the next step in your career journey - https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/eFB7in5pTC2C9mD6P04p9A #/registration

This session is part of the ISSofBC Global Talent Loans Program, which supports internationally trained professionals with the tools, guidance, and financial support they need to build successful careers in Canada.