In 2022, the B.C. government introduced the Anti-Racism Data Act (or ARDA) to safely collect race-based data. This data will be used to help identify where people aren’t getting equitable services. To identify where people experience gaps and barriers in accessing public services, BCStats has launched the BC Demographic Survey. The survey was created through […]
KCR is going to the Kootenays! We are hosting two public awareness events to share how our Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants program can support newcomers in the Kootenay region. We are hosting informative sessions in Grand Forks and Nelson. At these sessions, we will share how we support skilled immigrants to find employment comparable […]
KCR and the Refugee Response Team are pleased to announce a series of interpretation and translation workshops. The workshops are free to all participants and will be held virtually over Zoom between mid-January and early February 2023. Bekircan (John) Tahberer, certified by Society of Translators and Interpreters of BC, will facilitate a range of courses for […]
Okanagan Volunteer Fair Celebrates Volunteers and Mission-Driven Non-Profit OrganizationsSeptember is the time for back to school and fresh starts, and for 25 years in the Okanagan, it is also time for the Annual Volunteer Fair at Parkinson Recreation Centre (1800 Parkinson Way). On September 17, between 10 am and 2:00 pm, over 75 non-profit organizations […]
Matching volunteers to opportunities in the community is the role of the new Volunteer4All program at KCR Community Resources and it is already making a difference to individuals and non-profits in the community. Critical funding for this program was provided by the Prospera Foundation, recognizing that volunteerism is not only a great way for people […]
KCR’s Adoption Centre of British Columbia is partnering with the Ministry of Children & Family Development to bring you Robyn Gobbel (LMSW Clinical) Date: Monday, November 29, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm PST Location: Zoom link and handouts to be emailed to participants prior to presentation Register Now Topics: Play Your Way to Resilience Play […]
The Street Survival Guide publication contains a listing of essential services in the downtown core of Kelowna including where to find a washroom, where to find a hot meal, where to access medical attention and where to find a place to sleep. Note: To print, choose legal-sized paper and fit to page (flip on short […]
Details Dates: Wednesdays, October 6 & 13, 2021, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: Online Education – Computer, internet & speakers/headphones required Cost: Free Register Now About the Course Our communities and organizations are increasingly diverse. Ensuring these spaces are safe, just and welcoming for all is everyone’s responsibility and is also an opportunity. Participating […]
So you know you want to make impact, but how? You have been following this series of volunteer stories and been inspired but now you are unsure of what your next steps are. Maybe you have been a bit shy? Maybe you are hesitating because you want to find out more about different opportunities open […]
Suicide Prevention Handbook: A Guide to Help You Recognize the Warning Signs and Help Someone Who is Considering Suicide Every year we lose people to suicide. In Canada and across the world, people are struggling with all kinds of mental health problems, trauma, emotional and situational distress, relationship issues, social isolation, and more. The pandemic, […]