CentreCanada Newcomer Services Society

10/01/2026

Not sure what comes after high school?
Explore career paths, meet mentors, join hands-on workshops, and discover new possibilities at NextStep 2026 Career Discovery Day.
🎓 Designed for middle & high school students
🤝 Mentor Circles
🛠 Hands-on Career Activities
💡 Workshops
❓Professional Q&A
🎟 FREE ENTRY
📅 October 17, 2026 | 10 AM–4 PM
📍 Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre
6688 SOUTHOAKS CRES, BURNABY, BC V5E 4M7
🔗https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/career-fair-2026-tickets-2002404802668

Discover what your next step could look like. Connect career curiosity with real people, practical tasks and a
clear next step.

Try hands-on career activities, meet professionals, and explore your next step. Free admission in Burnaby on October 17!

09/28/2026

A New Chapter for CentreCanada ❤️

What a special day! Today, we officially celebrated the Grand Opening of CentreCanada’s new location in New Westminster.

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who joined us to celebrate this important milestone, including our community members, partners, supporters, volunteers, friends, and families. Your presence, encouragement, and continued support mean so much to us.

This new space represents more than just a new location. It is a place where people can come together, build connections, access opportunities, share their stories, and strengthen our community.

As we open the doors to this new chapter, we look forward to everything ahead and to creating even more opportunities to serve and connect with our community.
Thank you for being part of this journey with us. Here’s to new beginnings, new opportunities, and a bright future together! 🎉❤️

📍 New Westminster, BC

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09/01/2026

🚀✨ Exploring Space, Connecting Community!

On August 6, CentreCanada brought together 52 seniors, students, and
teachers for an exciting trip to the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre as part of the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP).

A day filled with discovery, laughter, pizza, and meaningful connections! ❤️🌌

👉 Read more about the trip — link in bio.

🇨🇦 Funded by the Government of Canada through the New Horizons for Seniors Program.

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08/31/2026

❤️ The Common Table — Where Every Seat Brings Hope

On August 22, CentreCanada youth volunteers brought our community together to support people affected by the recent New Westminster fire.

A night of food, connection, hope, and community — with 100% of funds raised going toward those affected by the fire.

A special thank you to MP MP Jake Sawatzky and everyone who attended, contributed, and helped make the evening meaningful.

The event may be over, but you can still help. ❤️

👉 Donate through the link in bio.

08/15/2026

🎥 Throwback to June 7, 2026!

Two months ago, CentreCanada welcomed members, volunteers, and community supporters to our new building in New Westminster for our Annual General Meeting & Town Hall.

Together, we celebrated our accomplishments, shared updates on programs and initiatives, reviewed financial highlights, elected new Board members, and discussed the future of CentreCanada.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and continues to support our mission of building stronger communities. ❤️

👉 Watch the full recap and learn more — link in bio!

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08/09/2026

CentreCanada Newcomer Services Society invites you to The Common Table, a community fundraising dinner dedicated to supporting families affected by the recent New Westminster apartment fire.

August 22 @ 6:15 pm – 8:30 pm When tragedy strikes, no family should have to face it alone. CentreCanada Newcomer Services Society invites you to The Common Table, a community fundraising dinner dedicated to supporting families affected by the recent New Westminster apartment fire. Join us for an ...

06/26/2026

We recently hosted a fantastic "Path to Med School" seminar for future physicians! A huge thank you to our guest speaker, Muhammad Khan (Current 2nd-Year Medical Student), for sharing his incredible journey and answering all our burning questions about medical school admissions, UBC pathways, and the reality of student life.

It was an inspiring session filled with great advice for anyone passionate about health sciences and higher education. 📚💡

Want to know more about the key takeaways and advice shared during the event? Read the full recap on our website! 👇

🔗 https://centrecanada.org/event/path-to-med-school-an-inspiring-seminar-for-future-physicians/

We recently hosted an informative seminar titled “Path to Med School,” tailored for individuals passionate about medicine, health sciences, and pursuing higher education. The event brought together aspiring students who dream of becoming doctors to learn firsthand about the journey ahead. Firsth...

06/24/2026

Canada Day is just around the corner! 🇨🇦 We are incredibly excited to celebrate this special day with our wonderful community.

On July 1st, CentreCanada will be joining the vibrant festivities organized by the City of Burnaby at Edmonds Plaza Park. Bring your family, invite your friends, and drop by our booth for a day filled with connection, creativity, and joy.

We have planned plenty of FREE, family-friendly activities for everyone to enjoy:
🎨 Pin & Bracelet Making
📸 Photo Booth
🎈 Balloon Art
🦫 Beaver Puppets & Leaf Decorating

Tap the link below to get all the event details on our website. We can't wait to celebrate with you! 👇

As CentreCanada, we are thrilled to be part of the vibrant Canada Day festivities organized by the City of Burnaby at Edmonds Plaza Park on July 1st. We invite our newcomers, families, and all community members to visit our booth for a day filled with joy, creativity, and connection. Whether you wan...

06/24/2026

What a fantastic day! 🌟
We had an amazing time connecting with our community at the New to New West 2026 Festival. It was wonderful to welcome families to our CentreCanada booth, share our programs, and see the kids enjoying the activities. We also had productive discussions with local leaders and community partners about building a stronger, more inclusive neighborhood. 🤝
Want to see the highlights and watch our special recap video? Check out the full story on our website! 👇
https://centrecanada.org/event/building-connections-at-the-new-to-new-west-2026-intercultural-information-festival/

CentreCanada proudly participated in the New to New West 2026 Intercultural & Information Festival, held at New Westminster Secondary School on June 20, 2026. Throughout the day, our dedicated team of volunteers, led by CentreCanada President Burak Koban, had the pleasure of welcoming visitors to ou...

06/18/2026

We are joining the New to New West 2026 Intercultural and Information Festival this Saturday! 🎉

It’s going to be a wonderful day designed to bring different cultures together, share information, and strengthen our community bonds. Don't forget to drop by the CentreCanada table for free resume help, performances, games, and more!

Check out the announcement on our website for all the details on when and where to find us:

As the CentreCanada Newcomer Society, we are taking our place with our own table at the New to New West 2026 Intercultural and Information Festival happening this Saturday! Everyone is welcome to this free, family-friendly event designed to bring different cultures together, share information, and s...