Services: Newcomers
If you have a child attending a child care or pre-school program. The Affordable Child Care Benefit is a monthly payment to assist eligible British Columbia families with the cost of child care. Eligibility determined once application and supporting documents are received by the Affordable Child Care Benefit. You may be eligible to receive full or partial benefit based on your family’s circumstances.
Affordable Child Care Benefit – Child Care Resource & Referral Program (CCRR)
#101-13583 81 Avenue, Surrey, British Columbia, Canada, V3W 3V8
604-572-8032
Several programs offer opportunities to those who cannot afford to pay: Leisure Access Assistance Program, JumpStart, KidSport, and Eric Ripplinger Memorial Fund for Swim Lessons.
Affordable Options – Delta Parks, Recreation & Culture
North Delta, Ladner and Tsawwassen
604-946-4141
Assists Work Permit Holders, Study Permit Holders, Naturalized Citizens and certain individuals without a valid work/study permit with: employment, english language training, immigration and settlement.
BC Newcomer Service – Options Community Services
#3 – 7953 120 Street Delta, BC V4C 6P6
604.324.7733
For Refugee Claimants and Asylum Seekers who due to their vulnerability and multiple barriers are in need of wrap-around support. Services include Settlement, Immigration & Support Services
BC Services and Assistance For Humanitarian and Vulnerable Newcomers – Options Community Services
#150 – 10362 King George Blvd. Surrey, BC V3T 2W5 Appointments also available online.
604-866-0571
Range of programs and services that support immigrant and refugee newcomers in Surrey and Delta on their journey to becoming active and engaged members of their new community.
Community Connections – Options Community Services
Newcomers’ Hub 13520 – 78th Avenue Surrey, BC V3W 8J6
See website. Depends on service.
A variety of child development programs designed to meet a wide range of needs, including services for children & youth with autism. Professionals with expertise and knowledge in a variety of areas: Early Childhood Educators, Speech Language Pathologists, Behavioural Consultants, Child Development Consultants, Occupational Therapists, Infant Development Consultants and others.
Community Resources & Supports for families that have children with special needs – Reach Child & Youth Development Society
5040 – 47th Ave, Delta, BC V4K 0C8
604-946-6622
Depression can begin in pregnancy, right after birth or anytime within the entire first year after birth.
Depression and anxiety before and after pregnancy – Fraser Health
Help to settle into your new community and make a plan to reach your education, employment, housing and health goals. Free multilingual support and information (often called “settlement services”).
DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society
13455 76 Avenue, Surrey, BC, V3W 2W3
604-507-6060
LGBTQ+ newcomers face many unique challenges upon arriving to Canada and settling into their new life. The intersecting and overlapping aspects of their identity like sexuality, gender identity, race, legal status, among others, create unique barriers that can affect their life in Canada. support you on your settlement journey with free one-on-one support services or peer group support.
DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society
13455 76 Avenue, Surrey, BC, V3W 2W3
604-306-6316
Emergency: Police/Fire/Ambulance. 9-1-1 is for police, fire, or medical emergencies when immediate action is required: someone’s health, safety or property is in jeopardy or a crime is in progress.
E-Comm 9-1-1
911
Parenting a child or youth with a mental health and/or substance use challenges? Support offered in Punjabi, Hindi and English. We help children and young people by helping their family and other caring adults. We know children and young people do better when the adults who care about them are supported. Parent-Peer Support. Events. Resources & Videos. Workshops & Trainings.
FamilySmart
Delta
Contact: Michaela Bisson-Montpetit or Kulwinder Khakh at: [email protected] ; or call (604) 878 3400
In North Delta, find a doctor or nurse practitioner.
Find a Doctor or Nurse Practitioner in North Delta – Fraser Health
In South Delta, find a doctor or nurse practitioner.
Find a Doctor or Nurse Practitioner in South Delta – Fraser Health
Over the first two years of baby’s development, understand the different stages: physical, emotional, social, hearing and language. How to be a great parent! Parenting tips and emotional development.
Fraser Health
Several types of health practitioners provide prenatal, labour, delivery and postpartum care. Only registered care providers can provide service in the community and in our hospitals and programs.
Fraser Health
604-507-5400
For residents and newcomers. Help to understand and find the right health service. A list of free health services for government supports, mental health support, medical insurance support, referral services and other community services.This resource is available in English | Arabic عربى | Bengali বাঙালি | Gujarati ગુજરાતી | Hindi हिंदी | Farsi فارسی | Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ | Urdu اردو
Health Services – Fraser Health
Online information
Free basic English language courses to adult Permanent Residents and Convention Refugees over the age of 17. It is not for Canadian citizens or refugee claimants
Language Instruction for Newcomers – Delta Community College
11590 83 Ave, Delta, BC V4C 5J6
604-952-2923
Find mental health and substance use services for you or your loved one.
Mental health and Substance use – Fraser Health
Assists immigrant individuals and families with multiple needs and significant integration barriers. Providing multilingual services in a one-to-one setting and in-home visits.
Moving Ahead – Options Community Services
203B 10190 152A Street Surrey, BC V3R 1J7
604-572-4060 ext. 21171 or 604-501-6850 ext. 61130
Professional therapists and family counsellors provide free assessment, short-term counselling, and support to individuals, and families free, short-term counselling in Arabic, Punjabi, Mandarin, and/or Tagalog.
Multicultural Family Preservation – Options Community Services
#101, 13583 – 81 Avenue Surrey, BC V3W 3V8
604-596-4321 ext. 21150
Services for permanent residents, protected persons and convention refugees to adapt skills and/or knowledge for the Canadian work environment to increase employability.
Newcomer Employment – Options Community Services
13520 78 Ave, Surrey, BC V3W 8J6
To access services, please first schedule an appointment: 604-572 -4060
Services offered: Communicable Disease Prevention Control, Dental Care, Early Childhood Development Services, Donor Human Milk Donation Drop-Off, Prenatal support for youth or young adult, Public Health Unit, Speech Development, Preschool Tuberculosis Testing
North Delta Public Health Unit – Fraser Health
North Delta Public Health Unit: 11245 84 Avenue Delta, B.C. V4C 2L9
604-507-5400
If you think you may have postpartum depression or anxiety. You are not alone. Supporting new parents and families. If you are in crisis, please call the BC Mental Health Line at 310-6789, go to your local emergency department, or call 911.
Pacific Post Partum Support Society
200 – 7342 Winston St. Burnaby, BC V5A 2H1
Toll-Free: (855) 255-7999 Call/Text: 604-255-799
Free Online groups in various languages (Korean, Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese and English). Anonymous, and confidential self-help groups providing parents and caregivers with a safe space to share their stories, build community, learn new skills, receive emotional support and discover new services and resources.
Parenting Support Group – Parent Support Services Society
Online groups
1-877-345-9777
Supports youth 10-19 aiming to prevent, delay and reduce the harm associated with substance concerns. Facilitators support and promote healthy lifestyles with youth both in schools and the community through awareness presentations, group work, individual mentoring, and recreational activities.
Prevention & Health Promotion (Community and School-Based) – PCRS
Delta (school-based) at [email protected] or call: 604 -837-8252
A variety of child development programs designed to meet a wide range of needs, including services for children & youth with autism. Professionals with expertise and knowledge in a variety of areas: Early Childhood Educators, Speech Language Pathologists, Behavioural Consultants, Child Development Consultants, Occupational Therapists, Infant Development Consultants and others.
Punjabi Translation of the Community Resources & Supports for families that have children with special needs – Reach Child & Youth Development Society
5040 – 47th Ave, Delta, BC V4K 0C8
604-946-6622
Programs & Services. Support and Counselling. Inclusivity training and workshops. Volunteer opportunities. Based in Vancouver but accessible via online and phone.
Queer, Trans and Two-Spirit Community – Qmunity
Main location: 1170 Bute Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1Z6
1-800-566-1170
Supports newcomer (Permanent Resident) youth (15 to 25 years old) with integration and settlement in their new community
REACH Program (Recreation, Engagement, Action Connection Hub) – PCRS
CCYH (City Centre Youth Hub) at 10453 Whalley Blvd or NYH (Newton Youth Hub) 114-13479 76th Avenue
604-596-6200
Needing shelter for tonight, access to emergency housing, or a cool place to beat the heat.
Resource Guide – City of Delta
Online PDF Resource
Need access to an emergency food hamper or free meal.
Resource Guide – City of Delta
Online PDF Resource
Not feeling safe? Been a victim of crime or abuse? A resource guide to help you find supports and services in Delta.
Resource Guide – City of Delta
Online PDF Resource
For permanent residents, refugees, protected persons and live-in-caregivers who require support to settle and adjust to their new life in Canada.
Settlement and Integration Program (SIP) BC Newcomer Service – Options Community Services
13520 – 78th Avenue Surrey, BC V3W 8J6
604-572-4060
Services include Employment Programs, Settlement Services, Language Services, Social Programs and Housing Services.
Settlement and Language services and more – Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) Society
12725 80 Ave #205, Surrey, BC V3W 3A6
604-596-7722
Provided by settlement workers in Delta’s libraries: George Mackie and Ladner Pioneer. Offers information about settling in Delta, including finding housing, employment, schools, childcare, healthcare, public transportation, and more.
Settlement Outreach in Delta Libraries – City of Delta, Fraser Valley Regional libraries and five settlement agencies
George Mackie Library 8440 112 St, Delta, BC V4C 4W9; Ladner Pioneer Library 4683 51 St, Delta, BC V4K 0C8
These and more services offered here: Communicable Disease Prevention Control, Dental Care, Early Childhood Development Services, Donor Human Milk Donation Drop-Off, Prenatal support for youth or young adult, Public Health Unit, Speech Development, Preschool Tuberculosis Testing
South Delta Public Health Unit – Fraser Health
South Delta Public Health Unit: #1826 – 4949 Canoe Pass Way DeltaB.C. V4M 0B2
604-952-3550
Supporting youth 13 to 18 year old, living in Surrey or Delta, that are at risk of exploitation or are being exploited or trafficked. Provides immediate outreach response and support services to at-risk and /or high-risk youth identified by MCFD or other community partners.
Stop Exploiting Youth (SEY) – PCRS
CCYH (City Centre Youth Hub) at 10453 Whalley Blvd or NYH (Newton Youth Hub) 114-13479 76th Avenue
604-592-6200
Groceries. Bridging the gap between food banks and traditional grocery stores. A grocery model that supports communities facing economic barriers.
Surrey Market – Quest Nonprofit Grocery Store in Surrey
13890 104 Avenue, Surrey, BC V3T 1W9
604-588-3476
For women who have experienced, or are at risk of abuse, threats, or violence in an intimate relationship, or women who have experienced historical sexual abuse and sexual assault, looking for one-on-one support and guidance.
Threshold Multicultural Outreach – Options Community Services
13520 – 78th Avenue Surrey, BC V3W 8J6
604-572-5883
Affordable. Reliable. Professional. Over 200 language specialists working in more than 30 languages to provide the public and private sectors with professional interpretation and translation services.
Translation & Interpretation Services – Options Community Services
13520 – 78th Avenue Surrey, BC V3T 4M4
604.572.4060 ext . 21126. c: 236-833-5306
Skills training, wellness support and occupation-specific training/certification to unemployed and precariously employed visible minority and newcomer women.
Women’s Empowerment & Employment Readiness (WEE-R) – Options Community Services
13520 – 78 Avenue Surrey, BC V3W 8J6 Services are offered through blended online and in-person learning.
604-825-2549