Coffee & Chat: English & Employment Practice for Newcomers

Coffee & Chat is a welcoming and supportive space for newcomers to practise English, build confidence, and learn practical skills for employment in Canada. Through interactive conversations, group activities, and real-life practice, participants will strengthen their workplace communication skills and gain valuable job-search knowledge in a friendly community environment.

Program Highlights

• Practise conversational English in a relaxed and supportive setting.
• Build confidence communicating in everyday and workplace situations.
• Learn workplace communication skills commonly used in Canadian workplaces.
• Improve your resume with tips for creating a strong Canadian-style resume.
• Develop effective cover letters tailored to job opportunities.
• Prepare for interviews by practising common interview questions and responses.
• Connect with other newcomers and expand your community network.
• Child-friendly program available.
• Free program for eligible participants.

Program Information

• Dates: October 5, 12, 19, 26 and November 2, 9, 16, 2026
• Day: Mondays
• Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
• Location: In Person, South Side Hub, 8118 Fraser Street, Vancouver, BC
• Cost: Free
• Language: English

Contact Information

• Email: samia.ali@southvan.org
• Phone: (604) 757-6892

Registration

Register for Coffee & Chat – Fall 2026

Priority will be given to IRCC-eligible clients, including Permanent Residents and Protected Persons.