ReachOut

The project will work with long-term Vancouver residents as a channel to connect with newcomers. It is directed to help newcomers find the support that would help them settle into the city, to find meaningful connections, opportunities and to build a sense of belonging that will facilitate successful settlement and integration.

The main purpose of the project is to encourage long-term residents to volunteer and pass along their knowledge of Canadian culture and Canadian services. One of the purposes of the project is also to inform long-term residents about the benefit of immigration, programs, and services available for Newcomers through settlement agencies.

If you are new to Canada, you probably have many questions and concerns. This pandemic situation is hard for everyone but you are not alone in this.

Here is a PDF document with a list of resources that can help you in these difficult times.

If you need support navigating this resource, please feel free to contact the ReachOut partner organizations!

For more information, please contact Suparna at reachout@mosaicbc.org or call 604 254 9626.

Am I eligible to volunteer?

If you are 19+ years old and live, work or play in Vancouver for at least one year, you are eligible to join the project.

What is expected from a Community Navigator?

Community Navigators will commit to 4 hours of volunteer training offered by the ReachOut partner organizations.

Upon the completion of training*, community navigators will reach out and deliver minimum of 6 counts of presentations and/or awareness-raising activities for groups of newcomers in their respective social circles (i.e. neighbourhood, clubs, faith groups, schools, workplaces, online social groups, etc.).

Ongoing check-ins and informal progress reports are expected.

*Successful Criminal Records are required from all volunteers.

How long do I need to commit to the project?

If you register to be a volunteer, the minimum you have to commit is 3 months.

How can I register to be a volunteer?

Complete the registration form at www.tellafriend.ca. The team responsible for the project will contact you soon for the next steps.

What are the benefits of this project?

This project will connect the newcomers to the services provided by different agencies which would eventually help them in settling down in Canadian society.

Why newcomers are important for the Canadian economy?

Newcomers play a very important role in ensuring that Canada’s population and labour force continue to grow and Canadian economy is able to maintain its steady growth.