Adult Programs & Services
Settlement Services:
SVNH provides one-to-one assessments and referrals for newcomers who require assistance with their settlement needs. Settlement Workers are available at the Neighbourhood House in Chinese, Punjabi, Hindi, Vietnamese, French, and Korean and some other languages on a limited basis.
Annual Membership Fee:
| Adults | $4.00 |
Links to Adult programs listed below:
Pre-Employment & Labour Market Services for Immigrants & Newcomers
Settlement Services in Punjabi/Hindi
Settlement Services in Vietnamese/Multicultural
Multicultural Settlement Services
Settlement Services in Chinese
Family Support & Domestic Violence Program
Volunteer Training Program at First Cup Kiosk
Drop-In Conversational English Group
Citizenship Test Preparation Class - Korean Community
Basic English Conversation Classes
Pre-Employment and Labour Market Services for Immigrants and Newcomers |
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This service for immigrants and newcomers is an employment initiative designed to help unemployed immigrants and refugees to successfully develop necessary tools and skills to assist in finding employment. Program includes: |
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| One-to-one sessions: by appointment | |
Cost: Free Participants must have some knowledge of English (Funded by the BC Government Ministry of Advanced Education & Labour Market Development) |
For more information contact Kwangyoung |
Spanish Women's Support Group |
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Open to immigrant women and newcomers who wish to practice speaking English in a group setting and break isolation.
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Fridays - ongoing from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. |
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COST: membership to SVNH
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For more information contact Kwangyoung at (604)324-6212 |
Settlement Services in Punjabi/Hindi |
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On-site settlement worker available most days. Also various on-site and off-site programs for families, adults and seniors. |
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COST: membership to SVNH Occasionally other costs for outtrips or special events. (Funded by the BC Government Ministry of Advanced Education & Labour Market Development) |
For more information contact Preet at (604)324-6212 |
Settlement Services in Vietnamese/Multicultural |
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Various on-site programs and services offered. Worker speaks Vietnamese, Cantonese, French and English |
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COST: membership to SVNH. Monthly cost for ESL. (Funded by the BC Government Ministry of Advanced Education & Labour Market Development) |
For more information contact Rosalie at SVNH (604)324-6212
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Multicultural Settlement Services |
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Various on-site programs and services offered. Worker speaks Korean & English |
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COST: membership to SVNH.
(Funded by the BC Government Ministry of Advanced Education & Labour Market Development)
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For more information contact Kwangyoung at SVNH (604)324-6212 |
Settlement Services in Chinese |
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Settlement services in Cantonese, Mandarin and English available from Tuesday through Saturday. |
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Information workshops offered at SVNH and the Fraserview Public Library |
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COST: Free
(Funded by the BC Government Ministry of Advanced Education & Labour Market Development) |
For more information contact Wai at SVNH (604)324-6212 |
Family Support and Domestic Violence Program |
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This program provides support whether it is emotional or practical for women experiencing gender based violence in their relationships or those who have had previous violence in their relationships. Information and referral to other agencies for further support is also offered along with safety planning, as well as support for children and the abuser/partner if he requires support and counselling. Women can self refer as can agencies on their behalf. There is no cost. Services are confidential. The worker engages in outreach and can meet the women where they feel comfortable. This program also offers education and awareness to organizations regarding women and violence. Consultation with other service providers is available. |
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On-going service. |
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Cost: FREE |
For more information contact Sital Parmar at the Neighbourhood House (604)324-6212 Ext. 126 |
Volunteer Training Program at First Cup Kiosk |
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The kiosk is used to train unemployed persons with multiple barriers to employment such as new immigrants and youth-at-risk. Kiosk trainees learn customer service and espresso coffee preparation skills. New immigrants have the chance to improve their English as well as gain other employment skills. |
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COST: Free
(Funded by the BC Government Ministry of Advanced Education & Labour Market Development) |
For more information contact Kwangyoung at SVNH (604)324-6212 Ext. 117 |
Intro to First Aid |
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Learn how to respond to emergencies. |
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3rd Wednesday of each month |
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COST: Free SVNH Membership required |
For more information, please call Kwangyoung at (604)324-6212 |
Basic Computer Training |
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Learn about computer programs from volunteer instructors, usually 6 to 10 sessions. Maximum class size is 3 students. Courses include: Introduction to the Internet, Excel (Basic) and Word (Basic). |
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Various times by appointment |
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COST: $10.00 SVNH Membership required. |
For more information, please call Kwangyoung at (604)324-6212 Ext. 117 |
Drop-In Conversational English Group |
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Improve English speaking skills and make new friends. Multicultural group |
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Mondays 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. |
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COST: Free SVNH Membership required
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For more information, please call Kwangyoung at (604)324-6212 |
Citizenship Test Preparation Class - Korean Community |
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Learn about Canadian history and geography. |
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3rd Wednesday of each month |
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COST: free SVNH membership required. |
For more information, please call Kwangyoung at (604)324-6212 |
We also provide many other adult services both in English and other languages:
ELSA English Classes |
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Provincial government funded classes for new immigrants to Canada. |
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Half days Mondays to Thursdays from September to June (continual intake). Level 1 and Level 2 are offered. Level 1 ELSA class now being offered evenings Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday |
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COST: Free
(Funded by the BC Government Ministry of Advanced Education & Labour Market Development) |
Contact the ELSA Assessment Centre at (604)876-5756 to be assessed for eligibility and appropriate level (604)324-6212 |
For more information regarding ELSA programming and class locations please link to the following sites:
http://www.elsanet.org/esldirectory/
Basic English Conversation Classes |
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Various on-going start dates and times at a nominal monthly fee. |
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Tuesday - Thursday: 6:30-8:30 p.m. |
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COST:$15/month & membership |
Contact SVNH for more information and to register. (604)324-6212 |
Legal Assistance Clinic |
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Sponsored by the UBC Law Students' Legal Aid Program, the service is offered one evening a week during the winter months and two to three days a week during the summer. LSLAP is a non-profit organization that offers free legal advice for low income earners throughout the Lower Mainland. Volunteer UBC law students, working under the guidance of supervising lawyers, provide legal expertise in various areas of law including criminal matters, small claims, residential tenancy and much more. |
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Contact UBC below for information regarding days and times available. |
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Cost: Service available for low income residents only and is FREE |
Service by appointment only. Phone UBC at (604)822-5791
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Income Tax Clinics |
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Income tax preparation by trained volunteers for low income earners only. Will do only basic returns. |
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Offered seasonally, from late February to the end of April |
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Cost: Administration Fee $10.00 |
Call SVNH for an appointment starting around mid February. (604)324-6212 |
Aboriginal Women's Group |
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This women's group will consist of an introduction, sharing circle, relationships, friendships, families, boundaries, journaling and collage, getting to know yourself and spirituality. Light refreshments served - coffee & tea |
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Thursdays 6:30-7:30 p.m. |
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Cost: FREE |
Contact Geraldine Saul, |
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