The Cowichan Intercultural Society (CIS) is a Canadian registered charitable organization. We have been serving the Cowichan Valley Region since 1981. Currently, CIS has 18 active community service programs, 5 board members, 20 staff members, and over 150 volunteers. CIS is the leading community resource for immigrant settlement services, and for education and awareness in developing welcoming and inclusive communities!
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Are you an immigrant or refugee in Canada? Do you want to learn English? Do you want to learn about Canadian culture? Do you want to mix with other newcomers and make friends? Read more about our English classes and workshops.
Are you a community organization interested in building a welcoming community? Join our coalition of local governments, businesses, and organizations across employment, healthcare, education, and housing as we work to create an equitable, inclusive, and connected community where everyone can thrive.
We are here to help immigrants and refugees adjust to a new life in Canada. We know which questions you need to ask and we have the resources to get you started on the path to integration.
A school-based outreach designed to support eligible newcomer students (including immigrants and refugees) and their families in settling into and integrating with their school and broader community.
Get support with finding employment, accessing training opportunities, assistance with credential recognition, growing your professional network, understanding the local labour market, turn your international experience into success in British Columbia.
We have been serving the Cowichan Valley Region since 1981. Currently, CIS has 18 active community service programs, 12 board members, 20 staff members, and over 150 volunteers. CIS is the leading community resource for immigrant settlement services, and for education and awareness in developing welcoming and inclusive communities.